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Commemorating Steve Jobs and his continuing influence on technology
Published: October 5, 2024 02:30
More than a decade after his death, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs continues to influence the world. AppleInsider explores what the man himself thought about living and dying, and how his online archive is commemorating him and his work.Apple co-founder and…
How to install macOS Sequoia on unsupported Macs
Published: October 4, 2024 23:20
With the OpenCore Legacy Patcher, it's possible to install macOS Sequoia on Mac computers from as far back as 2008. Here's how to get everything set up.With OpenCore Legacy Patcher, you can install macOS Sequoia on Mac computers over a decade old.After a…
Belfast's Apple Store is moving to a new location in mid-October
Published: October 4, 2024 19:52
Northern Ireland-based Apple Store, Apple Victoria Square, is moving to a new location in Belfast's central shopping district.Image Credit: AppleApple Victoria Square will close on October 15 and reopen on Corn Market on October 18 at 9:00 am local time.…
Amazon clears out Oura Ring Gen 3 inventory at blowout prices
Published: October 4, 2024 19:50
Amazon is making room for Oura Ring 4 inventory by issuing blowout deals on Gen 3 models, delivering the lowest prices of the season ahead of Fall Prime Day.Oura Ring Gen 3 prices have been slashed. [Oura]Prices start at $299 for the closeout Gen 3 models…
How to make an external bootable drive in macOS Sequoia
Published: October 4, 2024 16:41
Apple makes it harder to make an external boot drive for your Mac than it has in the past, but sometimes you still need to do it. Here's how to do it in macOS Sequoia.All of these drives can get Sequoia. Here's how.Apple Silicon and macOS may be excellent,…
Rumor: Apple tapping display supplier Novatek for iPhone 17 Air
Published: October 4, 2024 16:03
Apple's rumored iPhone 17 Air may get the title of the thinnest iPhone ever, thanks to Novatek's cutting-edge display technology.Render of iPhone 17 SlimTaiwan's leading display driver IC manufacturer, Novatek, is set to begin mass production of OLED TDDI…
TSMC-Amkor chip packaging deal will boost Apple chip production in the US
Published: October 4, 2024 15:08
TSMC is expanding the capabilities of its chip plant in Arizona by partnering with the US-based Amkor Technology to add advanced packaging and test capabilities. The move will result in more US-based Apple chip production in the future.Amkor headquarters…
Google Gemini e-mail searches arrive ahead of Apple Intelligence
Published: October 4, 2024 13:50
After initially adding Gemini AI-based searches to Google Workspace Gmail on Android, it's now being brought to iOS, as Google continues to build its lead on Apple Intelligence.In August, Google added a feature that allowed Google Workspace accounts to…
iPhone 16 reviews, photography, and battery life on the AppleInsider Podcast
Published: October 4, 2024 13:49
Now we have the iPhone 16 range in our hands, opinion is split over whether this is a boring or a useful upgrade, but at least it's certain that the cameras are better and so is battery life.It's true that the new iPhone 16 range has improved battery…
Cupertino wins and loses millions over California's Apple tax ruling
Published: October 4, 2024 10:38
Apple's home city of Cupertino has been granted a win in a dispute with California over its tax dealings with the iPhone maker, but it's only for the short term.Apple Park in Cupertino (Source: Apple)In 2023, California state argued that Cupertino was…
How to hide all but your open apps in macOS Dock
Published: October 4, 2024 03:01
The macOS Dock displays apps you add to it or that you run. Here's how to make it display only apps that are currently running on your Mac.The DockThe macOS Dock app originated in macOS's early OS precursor NeXTStep and OpenStep, which were created at…
Apple's spooky Q4 2024 earnings are on Halloween
Published: October 4, 2024 02:28
Apple is reporting its fourth-quarter and full-year earnings for 2024 on October 31, Halloween. Here's what happened in the quarter, and what to expect from the results.Apple CEO Tim CookApple has confirmed it will be holding its quarterly results on…
Point updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS & the rest released with bug fixes
Published: October 3, 2024 21:31
Apple has released iOS 18.0.1, iPadOS 18.0.1, watchOS 11.0.1, visionOS 2.0.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.0.1 intending to address iPhone touchscreen issues and other bugs.Apple has released a software update to iOS 18.0.1Ahead of the expected iOS 18.1 release…
UnifyDrive UT2 portable NAS review: Hardware has promise, software is terrible
Published: October 3, 2024 20:50
A battery powered and portable network attached storage device sounds like an excellent idea, but in early access the UnifyDrive UT2 has a few too many limitations to recommend it whole-heartedly.UnifyDrive UT2 reviewData storage is a big problem for…
India iPhone 15 buyers get free orange Beats Solo Buds for Diwali
Published: October 3, 2024 18:07
As part of its seasonal offers to celebrate Diwali, Apple is offering buyers of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus in India a bonus of special edition Beats Solo Buds.Beats Solo Buds Festive Special Edition for Diwali in India [Apple]To capitalize on major…
How to set up and manage a guest user on your Mac
Published: October 3, 2024 17:12
On occasion, you may want to allow other people in your home to access your Mac, but not your personal account. We'll show you how to set up and manage temporary guest users.User accounts listed on the login screen of the author's MacIf you are routinely…
'Ted Lasso' season 4 rumored to start filming in London in early 2025
Published: October 3, 2024 17:08
The rumored fourth season of the Apple TV+ sports comedy "Ted Lasso" will allegedly start production in early 2025, but it's still unclear if the star of the show will be involved.Ted Lasso [Apple TV+]Rumors about the supposed fourth season of the Apple…
Aqara Smart Lock U300 unlocks with Apple Home Key
Published: October 3, 2024 14:09
Aqara's Smart Lock U300 supports Thread and Apple Home Keys, allowing homeowners access using their iPhone or Apple Watch.Aqara Smart Lock U300 [Aqara]Aqara is known for its smart locks, and has already released items such as the U50, U100, and U200. Now,…
Original Macintosh prototype with 'Twiggy' drive may hit $120,000 at auction
Published: October 3, 2024 12:26
A prototype of a vintage Apple Macintosh from 1983 is up for grabs at auction, with the "Twiggy" drive model expected to exceed $100,000 when it goes under the hammer.Apple 'Twiggy' Macintosh [Bonhams]Apple hardware is often a feature of tech-focused…
Multimillion dollar fraudsters jailed over fake iPhone scam
Published: October 3, 2024 12:21
Two individuals who conned Apple into replacing fake faulty iPhones with real ones, have been sentenced to years in prison.Apple Georgetown was one of the stores targeted by the scamAlmost five years after they were arrested in December 2019, Maryland…
iPhone 16 review: Bold colors, new buttons, promises for the future
Published: October 3, 2024 11:15
The 2024 iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus bring plenty of upgrades and a promise of more to come, and strongly make the case that it's okay not to go for the pro models.iPhone 16 & iPhone 16 Plus reviewYou can tell it's a different kind of year when the…
Apple pulls watchOS 11.1 beta for locking up Apple Watches
Published: October 3, 2024 09:46
Yet another Apple update has been pulled after release, this time the Apple Watch developer beta watchOS 11.1, after issues including devices freezing.watchOS 11 introduces better cycle tracking, more customizable Activity Rings, and more personalization.…
Tim Cook sells Apple stock worth in excess of $50 million
Published: October 2, 2024 23:23
Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, has sold over 220,000 shares of Apple stock, which are valued at more than $50 million.Tim Cook has sold Apple stock worth over $50 million.Apple stock has always been one to hold long-term, but executives tend to sell off some stock…
Grab Apple's 1TB Mac Studio for just $1,999 ($200 off)
Published: October 2, 2024 21:23
The current Apple Mac Studio with an upgrade to 1TB of storage is $200 off, bringing the price down to $1,999. Plus, snag three years of AppleCare for just $139.Apple's Mac Studio is eligible for a coupon discount.This Mac Studio has a bump up in storage…
Apple Podcasts gains transcriptions for 8 more languages
Published: October 2, 2024 17:11
Apple Podcasts is expanding its transcriptions into eight more languages, making the text of podcasts automatically available to more international shows.Transcriptions in Apple PodcastsThe transcripts feature has been a fantastic addition to Apple…
Teardown shows AirPods 4 still unfixable by the public
Published: October 2, 2024 15:41
The teardown of the new AirPods shows it is still not repairable by end users, while the AirPods Max with USB-C are pretty much the same as the Lightning version it replaced.Using heat to disassemble AirPods 4 [YouTube/iFixit]Continuing the teardown trend…
iPhone users delay upgrades as Android owners are upgrading often for newer tech
Published: October 2, 2024 15:41
Apple's iPhones last longer in users' hands, with many years waiting before an upgrade. Meanwhile, Android users are switching their phones more frequently.iPhone users delay upgradesA growing number of iPhone users choose to keep their devices for…
Months after a terrible app launch, Sonos promises it'll do better
Published: October 2, 2024 13:43
After its summer iPhone app update fiasco, and a series of mostly-broken promises to fix it, Sonos is again trying to win back shaken customer confidence.The updated and ill-fated Sonos app update.Sonos hasn't had the best 2024, because of its ham-fisted…
Apple Intelligence will drive iPhone 16 sales but isn't a major factor yet
Published: October 2, 2024 12:43
Investment bank JP Morgan analysts say that Apple Intelligence is not yet drawing iPhone users to upgrade, and demand for iPhone 16 Pro models is weaker than it was with the iPhone 15 Pro range.Apple Intelligence on an iPhoneIn April 2024, JP Morgan…
Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac without subscriptions is now available
Published: October 2, 2024 11:54
A new standalone release of Microsoft Office 2024 for macOS is available, giving users an alternative to paying for a Microsoft 365 subscription.Microsoft Office 2024Standalone versions of Microsoft Office are an occasional release, giving users permanent…
Ireland plans what to buy first with Apple's $14 billion tax windfall
Published: October 2, 2024 10:19
Now that the EU's ruling on Apple's back taxes in Ireland is final, the country's government says the $14 billion could be "transformational."Apple's European headquarters, located in Cork, Ireland.For a decade, Ireland has sided with Apple against the…
'Wolfs' is the most-watched movie on Apple TV+ ever
Published: October 2, 2024 09:59
Writer/director Jon Watts's "Wolfs," starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney, had the most successful opening weekend of any Apple TV+ movie since the streamer's start in 2019.Brad Pitt and George Clooney in 'Wolfs'"Wolfs" had some mixed fortunes with Apple…
Quntis RGB Pro+ Monitor Light review: Effortlessly brighten your desk
Published: October 2, 2024 03:02
The Quntis RGB Pro+ is a monitor light that puts a spotlight on productivity with a flare of color.Quntis RGB Pro+ Monitor Light reviewThe idea of a lamp on top of your monitor sounds silly initially, but reducing eye strain and contrast makes a big…
Adobe announces Elements 2025 for Photoshop & Premiere
Published: October 1, 2024 22:53
Adobe has unveiled the latest versions of Photoshop Elements and Premiere Elements, with plenty of AI-powered tools to help make editing even easier.Adobe announces Elements 2025 for Photoshop and PremiereThese tools are aimed at casual users who want…
YouTube gets Apple Vision Pro app Juno kicked from App Store
Published: October 1, 2024 22:20
Despite a lack of first-party YouTube clients on Apple Vision Pro, YouTube has prompted Apple to remove Juno from the App Store, citing vague guideline violations.YouTube doesn't offer a client for Apple Vision ProJuno was a third-party YouTube client…
iPhone SE 4 production nears as Apple prepares for 2025 launch
Published: October 1, 2024 20:24
The rumored update to the iPhone SE is getting closer to production, with it possibly joined by a new iPad Air early in 2025.An iPhone 14, the design of which the iPhone SE 4 could be based on. After the release of the iPhone 16 generation, the rumor…
iPhone RCS still isn't widely supported, and is waiting on carriers to act
Published: October 1, 2024 20:10
Google thought Apple adopting RCS would fix everything, but the messaging protocol is still a distant second to iMessage thanks to a lack of carrier support, device support, and encryption.RCS messaging now available on iPhoneWhen iOS 18 launched, some…
iPhone 16 A18 processor isn't a 'binned' A18 Pro
Published: October 1, 2024 19:57
New microphotography of the A18 and A18 Pro chips reveal the inner workings of the iPhone 16 line's chips, as well as confirming Apple isn't using chip binning right now.Apple's branding for the A18 and A18 Pro chips.Apple's chips in its products are…
Third watchOS 11.1, tvOS 18.1, visionOS 2.1 betas arrive without iOS, iPadOS, macOS
Published: October 1, 2024 17:35
Apple has released new third developer betas of watchOS 11.1, tvOS 18.1, and visionOS 2.1 for testing, but without betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, nor macOS Sequoia 15.1.watchOS 11 introduces better cycle tracking, more customizable Activity Rings, and…
Apple Podcasts spotlights top 100 narrative series
Published: October 1, 2024 17:09
Serialized podcasts are now highlighted in a new Top Series chart in Apple Podcasts on iPhone, which also adds a new Series category, and will celebrate one such show per month.The new Top Series category in Apple PodcastsApple Podcasts has had chart…
Apple's holiday quarter will again see giant challenges because of supply chain issues
Published: October 1, 2024 16:45
Apple is again facing strong external pressures as it works to deliver a successful iPhone holiday season, but is being threatened by a factory fire, hurricane flooding hitting quartz supplies, ocean freight strikes, and also a worldwide economic decline.A…
Apple accused of forcing employees to sign illegal contracts, quashed labor efforts
Published: October 1, 2024 16:43
A U.S. labor board believes that Apple has violated employees' right to organize and forced them to adhere to overly strict standards and contracts.Logo credit: NLRB.govOn Monday, the National Labor Relations Board launched a complaint against Apple,…
Apple celebrates teachers with new resources and grants
Published: October 1, 2024 14:13
Apple has launched four brand new classroom resources geared toward helping students embrace creativity just in time for World Teacher's Day.Image Credit: AppleThe new activities are part of Apple's "Everyone Can Create" program and are available for…
India factory fire may force Apple iPhone orders back to China
Published: October 1, 2024 14:06
Tata's iPhone factory in India has now been closed indefinitely after a fire, and Apple may have to turn back to China to avoid a shortfall in production.Pegatron facility (Source: Pegatron)The fire at Tata's plant in Tamil Nadu, India — formerly owned by…
Plugable's new Thunderbolt dock connects 4 displays to your Mac
Published: October 1, 2024 14:00
Plugable's new Thunderbolt Docking Station could be a Mac multitasker's dream, with it capable of driving four displays at the same time.Plugable Thunderbolt DockThunderbolt docks usually focus on providing more connectivity options for a Mac, but often…
New October MacBook Pro deals slash prices by up to $950
Published: October 1, 2024 14:00
Steeper MacBook Pro price drops are in effect this October, with stacked instant and coupon discounts knocking up to $950 off every M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max model.Save on every Apple MacBook Pro.We're tracking new markdowns across Apple's current MacBook Pro…
iPhone 16 models cost a little more to make than the iPhone 15
Published: October 1, 2024 12:14
Analysts say the iPhone 16 series costs Apple a few more dollars to produce than its iPhone 15 counterparts thanks to rising component costs.iPhone 16 ProAside from physical teardowns of the latest iPhone models, there are also cost breakdowns. One such…
Nationwide Verizon outage restored, but not explained
Published: October 1, 2024 11:56
Carrier Verizon claims to have restored service across the country, but iPhone and Android users are still waiting to be told what happened — and how it can be prevented from happening again.Verizon logo (Source: Verizon)Verizon's service was disrupted for…
iPhone 16 Pro Max review: improving photography for all in a more than iterative upgrade
Published: October 1, 2024 11:12
While some are calling it boring, there are lot of great spec updates in iPhone 16 Pro Max with the most impactful being significant improvement to photography workflows that affect everyone.iPhone 16 Pro Max reviewIteration is only a sin if it isn't being…
Two iPhone buyers conspired to rob and murder delivery man
Published: October 1, 2024 10:48
Police in India have arrested a man who ordered an iPhone and then killed the courier rather than pay the cash-on-delivery fee.Unboxing the iPhone 16 Pro MaxThe phone was ordered via Indian online ecommerce site Flipkart, which has previously partnered…
Viture Pro XR Glasses review: A good step for AR/VR
Published: October 1, 2024 03:06
The newest glasses from Viture bring a bigger and better experience for mixed reality entertainment and productivity — for only 15% of the cost of an Apple Vision Pro.Viture Pro XR Glasses reviewAfter my first review of the One and Lite versions of the XR…
Apple requests anti-steering injunction in Epic case be tossed given new precedent
Published: October 1, 2024 00:10
Another major twist has occurred in the Epic vs Apple case that may end with everything getting thrown out thanks to new precedents and a lack of evidence from Epic.Epic vs Apple continuesThe Epic vs Apple saga resulted in an injunction forcing Apple to…
Amazon's fan-favorite $1,299 M3 MacBook Pro deal is back ahead of fall Prime Day
Published: September 30, 2024 23:32
Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro has returned to $1,299 at Amazon, reflecting a $300 discount off MSRP on the current M3 model.After jumping up to $1,399 earlier today, Amazon has reissued its $1,299 14-inch MacBook Pro deal, marking the return of the lowest…
Apple AirPods help police locate stolen Ferrari worth $575,000
Published: September 30, 2024 22:40
Police in Waterbury, Connecticut, were able to find a stolen Ferrari worth over half a million dollars, all thanks to a pair of Apple AirPods left behind by the vehicle's owner.Police were able to find a stolen Ferrari thanks to the owner's AirPods, which…
Controlling Apple Vision Pro with your brain is one step closer to reality
Published: September 30, 2024 21:49
Synchron has developed a non-invasive brain-computer interface capable of controlling devices like Apple Vision Pro, and it has reached the one-year milestone without serious adverse effects to patients.Synchron brain computer interfaces could control…
Apple Watch blowout sale: save $150 on Series 9 styles at Amazon
Published: September 30, 2024 19:25
Amazon is clearing out remaining Apple Watch Series 9 inventory, with clearance prices available on both aluminum and stainless steel models.Image: Apple/AppleInsiderWith the launch of the Apple Watch Series 10 and new Apple Watch Ultra 2 case color,…
What SOS on an iPhone means, and how it impacts what you can do
Published: September 30, 2024 18:09
An iPhone showing "SOS" isn't a cry for help, but it does mean you're having connection issues. This is what the three letters really mean.SOS Only on an iPhoneSOS is well known as a Morse Code distress signal, quickly and efficiently communicating that…
Indicted Eric Adams told FBI he forgot his iPhone's new passcode
Published: September 30, 2024 17:07
All of us should use iPhone passcodes and any of us can forget them, but few of us are New York City mayors being indicted for corruption and claiming to have changed the code to help investigators.iPhone passcodeFollowing news of his indictment in…
Apple to donate to aid relief efforts following Hurricane Helene aftermath
Published: September 30, 2024 15:56
Apple CEO Tim Cook tweeted that the company intends to donate to relief efforts associated with fallout from Hurricane Helene.Tim Cook on Apple's roofHurricane Helene made landfall on September 26 as a Category 4 hurricane, causing over 500 miles of…
Verizon wireless service is disrupted across a large area of the US
Published: September 30, 2024 15:34
Verizon customers are discovering their iPhones aren't properly working on the network, in an outage that seems to have affected hundreds of thousands of customers.Verizon logoMobile phone networks can have the occasional downtime or outage, and they are…
ADT's Gilles Drieu joins HomeKit Insider to talk latest in the smart home
Published: September 30, 2024 14:15
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, a special guest from ADT joins to talk about the smart home as a whole, as well as cover all the news from the week.HomeKit Insider PodcastChief Technology Office for ADT, Gilles Drieu, stopped by the podcast…
TV star turns losing his Apple Watch into a game
Published: September 30, 2024 10:58
Actor and TV host Joel McHale lost his Apple Watch on a flight and after tracking its whereabouts with Find My, has a special offer for its new owner.Apple Watches have to be unpaired from an iPhone before anyone else can use them"The Bear," "Community,"…
iPhone 16 Pro review: More of the same, and that's a great thing
Published: September 30, 2024 10:48
Stop us if you've heard this before — Apple's iPhone 16 Pro remains the sweet spot for performance, price, and device size for the demanding user.The new iPhone 16 Pro in white titaniumIn September 2024, there are a new batch of iPhones. This is known, and…
Indian authorities looking into fire at iPhone parts factory
Published: September 29, 2024 16:42
A fire that broke out on September 28th at a factory that supplies iPhone components in Hosur, India has forced the plant to temporarily close.This former Pegatron factory, now owned by Tata, is the site of the blaze.Authorities in Tamil Nadu are…
Apple's long-rumored homeOS may arrive in 2025 with Home Hub
Published: September 29, 2024 13:58
Apple may ship the long-rumored HomePod with display in two versions in 2025, and at the same time rebrand tvOS for a wider focus on home automation and similar products.A conceptualization of what the lower-end revamped HomePod might be like.A forthcoming…
M4 MacBook Pro packaging leak gives hope for an October event
Published: September 29, 2024 13:53
Packaging for the M4 14-inch MacBook Pro may have leaked, ahead of the rumored October event.MacBook Pro could get M4 chips this fallAfter failing to appear during September's "Glowtime" iPhone 16 event, the Mac and iPad lines are anticipated to turn up…
Apple is considering multiple paths for future Apple Vision Pro hardware
Published: September 29, 2024 13:20
Facing competition from Meta's improving Quest headset line, Apple is having to think hard about the future of its own Vision hardware.Apple Vision ProThe Apple Vision Pro is presented as a premium mixed-reality headset, but one entering an already…
Crime blotter: 'Quasi-gangs' arrested for 2023 fight outside Tokyo Apple Store
Published: September 29, 2024 12:59
In the latest Apple crime roundup, New York's mayor is indicted nearly a year after his Apple devices were seized, an iPhone theft ring by Amazon employees in Indiana, a new California law cracks down on smash-and-grabs like what plague Apple stores, and…
iPhone 16 Pro Max beats all comers in battery life test
Published: September 28, 2024 22:58
It's not surprising that the largest smartphones by the likes of Apple and Samsung have the longest battery lives, because they have the biggest batteries — but new testing shows that the iPhone 16 Pro Max beats them all.The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the top…
Big Tech-funded TV facing a 'schism' in production styles claims Jon Stewart
Published: September 28, 2024 21:17
Comedian Jon Stewart says that tech giants like Apple and Amazon have wrought an "earthquake" in the way stream-on-demand shows like those on Apple TV+ are made.Jon Stewart on The Problem With Jon Stewart. Credit: Apple TV+Stewart, who has returned to "The…
Amazon launches iPad clearance sale, save up to $900
Published: September 28, 2024 20:11
Nearly every iPad model is on sale, from the 9th Gen for $199 to the 10th Gen for $299 — and even the 2024 iPad Air and M4 iPad Pro. But the steepest discounts can be found on M2 iPad Pro models that are up to $900 off.Apple iPad Pro 13-inch, 9th Gen, 10th…
Judge not impressed with Apple's request for more time in Epic case
Published: September 28, 2024 19:03
a magistrate judge has denied a last-minute request from Apple for a delay in producing about 1.3 million documents related to App Store changes it made in January.The Epic court case against Apple drags on ... and on."Before yesterday's report, Apple…
Apple is reportedly not investing in OpenAI
Published: September 28, 2024 15:50
Apple is said to have dropped out of a new funding round for OpenAI at the last minute, but this will have no impact on its plans to integrate optional ChatGPT queries into Apple Intelligence.Apple has decided not to invest money into OpenAI at…
Enhance your driving experience with a great wireless CarPlay adapter from Ottocast
Published: September 28, 2024 02:30
Take control of your vehicle's infotainment system and go beyond simple stock Apple CarPlay with products from Ottocast, which add wireless CarPlay and new features like HDMI input.Enjoy wireless CarPlay with Ottocast productsOttocast is a company that…