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Top Stories: iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, and AirPods 4 Expected at Monday's Apple Event

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/07/top-stories-glowtime-apple-event-preview/

Published: September 7, 2024 06:00

It's almost glowtime! Early September is always new iPhone time and this year is no exception, so buckle up for a busy event on Monday. While we're expecting quite a few product announcements at Monday's event, anticipated updates for a number of…

How to Watch iPhone 16 Apple Event on September 9: 'It's Glowtime'

https://www.macrumors.com/how-to/watch-glowtime-iphone-16-apple-event/

Published: September 7, 2024 04:00

Apple is hosting an online streaming event for the public and press on Monday, September 9, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. The company is expected to announce its new iPhone 16 lineup alongside new Apple Watch models, and potentially other products…

Everything to Expect From the 'It's Glowtime' Apple Event

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/apple-september-2024-event-what-to-expect/

Published: September 6, 2024 12:30

Apple will hold its annual fall iPhone-centric event on Monday, September 9 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. There are multiple new devices on the horizon, including new iPhone 16 models, refreshes for all of the Apple Watches, new AirPods 4, and perhaps some…

Apple Watch Series 10 Could Have Upgraded Heart Rate Sensor and Better Water Resistance

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/apple-watch-series-10-upgraded-sensor/

Published: September 6, 2024 11:54

The upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 and Ultra 3 models that Apple will introduce next week could include an updated heart rate and ECG sensor that will enable new health features like sleep apnea detection, reports 9to5Mac. Sleep apnea detection has been…

Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch SE 2 Stock Running Low Ahead of New Models Next Week

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/apple-watch-series-9-se-2-stock-running-low/

Published: September 6, 2024 11:50

Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch SE 2 stock is running low on Apple's online store in the U.S. and some other countries, with various configurations listed as currently unavailable. Some standalone Apple Watch bands are also out of stock. Apple…

Best Apple Deals of the Week: 9th and 10th Gen iPads Get Lowest Prices Ever, Plus First Deals on Anker's New MagGo Accessories

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-9-6-24/

Published: September 6, 2024 10:39

This week's best Apple deals focused on iPad models, including the 9th generation and 10th generation tablets, which both hit record low prices in the last few days. You'll also find steep discounts on Anker's latest MagSafe-compatible accessories, Sonos…

The MacRumors Show: 'It's Glowtime' iPhone 16 Apple Event Expectations

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/the-macrumors-show-iphone-apple-event-expectations/

Published: September 6, 2024 09:01

Ahead of Apple's "It's Glowtime" iPhone event, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through all of the major announcements we're expecting to see. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos The iPhone 16 and…

Kuo: Apple's 5G Modem to Rapidly Roll Out in iPhones Starting Next Year

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/kuo-apple-5g-modem-rollout-begins-2025/

Published: September 6, 2024 08:49

Apple is rumored to have been working on its own 5G modem for iPhones since 2018, and it appears the chip will finally debut next year. Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today estimated that shipments of Apple's in-house 5G chip will reach 35-40…

Gurman: Apple Event in October Will Include New iPad Mini

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/new-ipad-mini-rumored-for-october/

Published: September 6, 2024 08:33

In his report today outlining his expectations for Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 event, which takes place on Monday, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman briefly mentioned that a new iPad mini is "on deck" for another Apple event in October. Gurman expects the new…

iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro: 65+ Upgrades to Expect

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/iphone-13-pro-vs-16-pro/

Published: September 6, 2024 08:28

The iPhone 16 Pro is set to succeed 2023's iPhone 15 Pro, introducing over 30 new features and improvements to Apple's high-end smartphones. With many users adopting three-year upgrade cycles, plenty of iPhone 13 Pro owners will be looking to upgrade to…

Apple Denies Evidence of Hidden Browser Settings to UK Regulator

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/apple-denies-evidence-of-hidden-settings/

Published: September 6, 2024 08:08

Apple faces allegations of misleading the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over a user interface issue in iOS related to changing the default browser, Open Web Advocacy reports. Earlier this year, reports surfaced accusing Apple of…

Samsung Kicks Off New Sale With Major Savings on Monitors, TVs, and More

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/samsung-kicks-off-new-sale/

Published: September 6, 2024 07:18

Samsung is getting ready to kick off a new Discover Samsung sale soon, and today the company has a few early access discounts available to customers. The popular Smart Monitor M80D is being discounted during this sale, but you'll also find sales on…

When to Expect an AirTag 2 to Launch

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/when-to-expect-airtag-2-to-launch/

Published: September 6, 2024 06:52

Apple released the AirTag in April 2021, and the item tracking accessory has not received any hardware updates since then. Below, we recap rumors about when the second-generation AirTag is expected to be released, as well as potential new features and…

iPhone 16 Pro Models Rumored to Support 4K/120 FPS Video Recording, 8K Video Allegedly Tested

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/iphone-16-pro-4k-at-120fps-video-rumor/

Published: September 6, 2024 06:10

The upcoming iPhone 16 Pro models will be able to record 4K video at up to 120 FPS, according to "reliable sources" cited in a 9to5Mac report today. For comparison, all four iPhone 15 models are capable of 4K video recording at up to 60 FPS. The…

How Much Will the iPhone 16 Cost?

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/how-much-will-iphone-16-cost/

Published: September 6, 2024 05:43

Apple's next-generation iPhone 16 series is expected to launch on September 20 and will compete in a quickly evolving smartphone market, and with some notable upgrades rumored, the new models could see price changes compared to previous years. …

Gurman: New AirPods Max and Apple TV Unlikely to Be Announced at September Apple Event

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/new-airpods-max-and-apple-tv-unlikely/

Published: September 6, 2024 05:09

New versions of the AirPods Max and Apple TV may not debut at Apple's upcoming "It's Glowtime" event, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today suggested. In a report detailing some final expectations for the September 9 Apple event, Gurman said that the company…

New iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Colors Revealed Ahead of Apple Event

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/revealed-all-new-iphone-16-pro-colors/

Published: September 6, 2024 05:01

Apple is "shaking up its color palette" for its iPhone 16 lineup this year, according to well-connected Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman. Early iPhone 16 Pro dummy models via Sonny Dickson According to Gurman, the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ models will come in a…

'Noticeably Thinner' Apple Watch Series 10 to Eventually Get Sleep Apnea Detection

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/apple-watch-10-sleep-apnea/

Published: September 6, 2024 04:42

The Apple Watch Series 10 will include a new sleep apnea detection feature, but it may not be available as soon as the new model launches, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Sleep apnea detection, which builds on the watch's existing sleep…

Report Details Last-Minute Apple Event Rumors About New iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/last-minute-apple-event-rumors/

Published: September 6, 2024 04:40

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today shared his final expectations for Apple's "It's Glowtime" event, providing some new tidbits and clarifications about the new devices set to be announced on Monday. iPhone 16 Pro Along with larger 6.3- and 6.9-inch…

Apple Approves WeChat Update for iPhone 16 Amid Ongoing Revenue-Sharing Negotiations

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/apple-approves-iphone-16-wechat-update/

Published: September 6, 2024 03:19

Apple has approved an update to WeChat for the upcoming iPhone 16, signaling a potential thaw in relations between the tech giant and Tencent, the Chinese company behind the massively popular messaging app. The development, reported by Bloomberg, comes as…

TrendForce: Both iPhone 16 Pro Models to Feature 256GB Base Storage

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/06/both-iphone-16-pro-models-256gb-base-storage/

Published: September 6, 2024 02:16

Apple is expected to offer both the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max with a minimum of 256GB storage, doing away with the 128GB starting option on its smaller Pro model for the first time, according to a new TrendForce report. Currently, Apple's…

Ugreen Launches Qi2 iPhone Chargers With Emoji Faces

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/ugreen-iphone-uno-chargers/

Published: September 5, 2024 16:49

Ugreen today announced the launch of several new Apple-specific charging products that have a robot-style design with emoji faces. The Uno series includes a Qi2 charger, a wireless power bank, and a 100W USB-C charger. According to Ugreen, the…

Google's AI-Powered 'Ask Photos' Search Feature Now Rolling Out

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/google-ask-photos-search/

Published: September 5, 2024 15:34

Google today said it has started rolling out early access to a new "Ask Photos" feature for its Google Photos app. Available to both iOS and Android users, the new Google ‌Photos‌ feature takes advantage of Google's Gemini AI to provide new ways to search.…

When to Expect the iPhone SE 4 to Launch

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/when-to-expect-iphone-se-4/

Published: September 5, 2024 14:17

Over two and a half years have passed since Apple released the current iPhone SE, so the device is due for an update. Below, we recap the latest rumors about the next-generation iPhone SE, including potential features and launch timing. Timing The…

Belkin Releases New Qi2 Foldable Wireless Chargers

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/belkin-qi2-foldable-wireless-chargers/

Published: September 5, 2024 09:49

Belkin today introduced a number of new charging accessories, joining companies that are moving forward with the new Qi2 standard. The $45 BoostCharge Magnetic Foldable Charger has a fold-down stand and supports 15W charging on MagSafe-compatible…

Apple Store Grand Opening in Sweden Hints at iPhone 16 Release Date

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/apple-store-hints-at-iphone-16-release-date/

Published: September 5, 2024 09:35

Apple has announced that it will be opening a new retail store at the Mall of Scandinavia near Stockholm, Sweden on Friday, September 20, and this may end up being the release date for the upcoming iPhone 16 series. Apple is expected to announce four…

Twelve South Introduces USB-C Wall Chargers With 'Find My' Support

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/twelve-south-chargers-with-find-my/

Published: September 5, 2024 09:30

Well-known accessory maker Twelve South has introduced the first-ever USB-C wall chargers with built-in support for Apple's Find My app. If you ever misplace these chargers, you can simply open the Find My app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and track…

Nanoleaf Launches 'Blocks' Mix and Match System, Smart Switch and Permanent Outdoor Lights

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/nanoleaf-blocks-outdoor-lights-smart-switch/

Published: September 5, 2024 09:00

Nanoleaf today introduced several new lighting products, accessories, and software updates, showing off the devices at its annual Nanoleaf Live event. There are new light panels, permanent outdoor lights, and a smart switch, along with software features…

Apple Arcade Adding These New Games in October, Including NBA 2K25

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/apple-arcade-games-october-2024/

Published: September 5, 2024 07:33

Apple today announced four new games coming to Apple Arcade on October 3, including NBA 2K25 Arcade Edition, Food Truck Pup+, Furistas Cat Cafe+, and Smash Hit+. In addition, Balatro+ is coming to the service on September 26. More details can be found…

Amazon Discounts 10th Gen iPad to All-Time Low Price of $299

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/amazon-10th-gen-ipad/

Published: September 5, 2024 06:57

Following in the footsteps of a discount on the 9th generation iPad yesterday, Amazon today has an all-time low price on the 10th generation iPad. You can get the 64GB Wi-Fi tablet for $299.00 in Blue and Silver, down from $349.00. Note: MacRumors is an…

Review: Kuxiu's X40Q Qi2 3-in-1 Foldable Charging Station Feels Perfectly Designed for Portability

https://www.macrumors.com/review/kuxiu-x40q-3-in-1-foldable-charging-station/

Published: September 5, 2024 06:54

Australian-based company Kuxiu has come out with a new version of its 3-in-1 charging station that has got to be one of the neatest Apple device charging solutions for home and travel that I've had the pleasure of using. The Kuxiu X40Q features a…

Philips Hue Line Gains New Play HDMI Sync Box 8K

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/philips-hue-sync-box-8k/

Published: September 5, 2024 06:30

Philips Hue parent company Signify today announced two new products for Hue lighting setups, a new HDMI Sync Box and a new pendant light, as well as new software-based features. The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K is a successor to the current Hue…

PayPal Debit Card Now Supports Apple Wallet With Up to 5% Cash Back

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/paypal-debit-card-apple-wallet/

Published: September 5, 2024 06:26

PayPal today announced that the PayPal Debit Card can now be added to the Apple Wallet app and used with Apple Pay in stores and online. "Whether in-store, online or in-apps, PayPal debit card cardholders will be able to enjoy the convenience and…

Apple Watch Ultra 3: Everything We Know So Far

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/apple-watch-ultra-3-everything-we-know/

Published: September 5, 2024 03:46

The Apple Watch Ultra 3, likely to be announced on September 9 at Apple's "It's Glowtime" event alongside the iPhone 16, is expected to offer fewer upgrades compared to its predecessor. Keep reading to learn what the rumored changes are. When Apple…

Apple Could Still Pull the Plug on Its Much-Maligned FineWoven Cases

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/apple-may-discontinue-finewoven-cases/

Published: September 5, 2024 03:25

Last September, Apple stopped selling genuine leather accessories in favor of a more environmentally friendly "FineWoven" material, but it did not go down well with customers, and dwindling stock leading up to Apple's iPhone 16 event on September 9 has…

Apple to Launch 'Find My' Network in South Korea Next Spring

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/apple-launch-find-my-network-south-korea-spring/

Published: September 5, 2024 01:55

Apple has announced it will introduce its popular 'Find My' network to South Korea in the spring of 2025. The launch will bring the full range of Apple's location-based ‌Find My‌ services to South Korean customers for the first time, enabling them to keep…

Anker Launches Latest MagGo Charging Accessories With Qi2

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/05/anker-maggo-qi2-charging-accessories/

Published: September 5, 2024 01:00

Popular accessory company Anker is launching the latest updates to its MagGo lineup today, showing off a series of five products largely based around Qi2 wireless charging technology that supports magnetic connections and up to 15 watts of charging power,…

Apple Releases First Firmware Update for Beats Studio Buds +

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/beats-studio-buds-plus-firmware-update/

Published: September 4, 2024 15:48

Apple today released new firmware for the Beats Studio Buds +, marking the first firmware update to the earbuds since their 2023 launch. There is no word on what the new firmware includes in terms of features or bug fixes, and Apple does not provide…

When to Expect iOS 18 on Your iPhone as Beta Testing Wraps Up

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/when-to-expect-ios-18/

Published: September 4, 2024 10:50

iOS 18 has been in beta testing for nearly three months, and the software update should finally be widely released later this month. Below, we outline when to expect iOS 18 to be available on all compatible iPhones. iOS 18: Beta Testing Wraps Up …

Apple Music Introduces Five New 'Find Your Mood' Stations

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/apple-music-new-mood-stations/

Published: September 4, 2024 10:36

Apple Music today introduced five new mood stations that allow you to shuffle through songs fitting for a certain mood. The stations are available to Apple Music subscribers worldwide in the Music app under Home → Find Your Mood. Apple says the mood…

Beats Teases New Powerbeats Pro 2 Coming Next Year

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/beats-teases-powerbeats-pro-2/

Published: September 4, 2024 09:23

Beats today teased that new Powerbeats Pro 2 are coming next year, but it did not share a specific release date for the wireless headphones. MLB superstar Shohei Ohtani can be seen wearing the Powerbeats Pro 2 in a clip shared on social media…

iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 16: 30+ Upgrades to Expect

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/iphone-14-vs-iphone-16/

Published: September 4, 2024 08:51

After over a year of reports, there are now 20 specific rumors about the features and improvements set to be offered by the two non-Pro iPhone 16 models upon their announcement next week. While the upgrades that the ‌iPhone 16‌ offers over the iPhone…

Bluetooth 6 Launches, Could Enhance iPhone's Precision Finding Feature

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/bluetooth-6-0-now-available/

Published: September 4, 2024 07:53

The latest version of Bluetooth was released this week, and it includes a new feature that could benefit the Find My app across Apple devices. Bluetooth 6.0 introduces "Channel Sounding," a feature that will bring "true distance awareness" to billions…

You Can Get $130 Off Every 9th Gen iPad, Starting at Just $199

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/every-9th-gen-ipad-deals/

Published: September 4, 2024 07:26

You can still get Apple's 64GB Wi-Fi 9th generation iPad for the all-time low price of $199.00 this week on Amazon, down from $329.00. Shipping dates have slipped into mid-September, but Prime members can still get the tablet as soon as September 10. …

AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/airpods-4/

Published: September 4, 2024 05:00

Apple introduced the third-generation AirPods almost three years ago. An all new model is now slated to launch at Apple's "It's Glowtime" event on September 9 with a range of improvements and new features. Many of the changes and improvements…

Spotify Globally Rolls Out 'Daylist' Playlists That Adapt to Your Listening Habits Throughout the Day

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/spotify-rolls-out-daylist-globally/

Published: September 4, 2024 04:52

Spotify is globally rolling out "Daylist," a personalized playlist that adapts and evolves to your listening habits as you go about your day. Available to both free and paying users, the playlist has actually been available in English-speaking markets…

Instagram Now Lets Users Leave Comments on Ephemeral Stories

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/instagram-now-lets-you-comment-stories/

Published: September 4, 2024 03:59

Instagram has announced support for leaving comments on Stories, the ephemeral posts that have become almost as popular as regular Instagram posts. Previously, the only option was to send a private reply, which appeared as a direct message visible…

iPhone 16 Apple Silicone Cases Have No Cutout for New Capture Button

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/iphone-16-apple-silicone-cases-capture-button/

Published: September 4, 2024 03:19

Apple is introducing a new camera-based "Capture" button on at least some iPhone 16 models this year, and a new rumor claims that Apple's own silicone cases will have a design that is specially made so as not to impede the use of the capacitive button's…

New iPhone 16 Pro 2TB Storage Option: All the Rumors In Favor

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/04/will-iphone-16-pro-max-get-a-2tb-storage-option/

Published: September 4, 2024 02:07

As Apple's iPhone 16 launch approaches, questions are swirling about a potential leap in storage capacity for the iPhone 16 Pro models. According to a January report, the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max will double their maximum storage to 2TB. This…

This Case Turns Your iPhone Into a Game Boy for Retro Gaming

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/iphone-game-boy-case/

Published: September 3, 2024 17:32

Bitmo Lab today introduced the GameBaby, a case that's perfect for playing retro games on an iPhone. The GameBaby is a clever two-part accessory that adds a d-pad and buttons to the ‌iPhone‌ for gaming, and works as a protective case for day-to-day use. …

Intel Says New Lunar Lake Chips Have 'Fastest Built-In GPU in the Industry'

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/intel-lunar-lake-chip-improvements/

Published: September 3, 2024 16:43

Intel today unveiled its new "Lunar Lake" Intel Core Ultra 200V processors, designed for thin and light AI PCs. Intel's new chips are meant to compete with Apple silicon chips and the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chips that Microsoft recently adopted for…

Microsoft's New AI Computers Struggle With Hundreds of Popular PC Games

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/microsoft-ai-pcs-game-issues/

Published: September 3, 2024 15:31

Microsoft's new Copilot+ PCs that offer super fast performance for AI tasks, all-day battery life, and other perks, struggle when it comes to gaming, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The Copilot+ PCs are equipped with Arm-based…

Zens Launches Qi2 Multi-Device Quattro Charger Pro 4

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/zens-quattro-charger-pro-4/

Published: September 3, 2024 14:24

Accessory maker Zens this week introduced the Quattro Charger Pro 4, a multi-device charging station with a unique design. There are two rectangular charging platforms, each with a pair of magnetic charging surfaces for charging four total devices at one…

Microsoft Says Apple's 30% Fee Makes Xbox Cloud Gaming iOS App 'Impossible'

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/microsoft-cloud-gaming-ios-app-impossible/

Published: September 3, 2024 13:57

Apple has allowed cloud gaming apps on the App Store since earlier this year, but cloud gaming services still haven't bothered making iOS apps. Microsoft recently explained why, telling UK regulators that it didn't bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to Apple's ‌App…

Review: Ultimate Ears' EVERBOOM Bluetooth Speaker Packs a Punch With a Rugged Design

https://www.macrumors.com/review/ultimate-ears-everboom-speaker/

Published: September 3, 2024 13:45

Logitech subsidiary Ultimate Ears has been in the portable wireless speaker market for over a decade now, gradually building a full set of models across a range of sizes, power, and price points. The most recent addition to the lineup is the EVERBOOM, a…

EU Consumer Group Summarizes How Apple Fails to Comply With DMA

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/eu-apple-dma-non-compliance-report/

Published: September 3, 2024 11:05

There are a number of ways that Apple, Google, Amazon, Meta, ByteDance, and Microsoft are failing to comply with the Digital Markets Act, according to an analysis published by the European Consumer Organization (BEUC). The BEUC advocates for consumer…

Apple Seeds Ninth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/apple-seeds-visionos-2-beta-9/

Published: September 3, 2024 10:23

Apple today released the ninth beta of an upcoming visionOS 2 update to developers, with the beta coming a week after the eighth beta. Registered developers are able to opt into the betas by opening up the Settings app on their device, going to the…

Sonos End of Summer Sale Introduces Savings on Ace Headphones, Arc Soundbar, and More

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/sonos-end-of-summer-sale/

Published: September 3, 2024 07:44

Sonos has expanded its Labor Day sale from over the weekend with more discounts, including $50 off the new Sonos Ace over-ear headphones. You can also save on the Roam 2 smart speaker, Arc soundbar, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with…

Huawei Aims to Upstage Sep 9 Apple Event With Tri-Fold Phone Debut

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/huawei-upstage-apple-iphone-16-tri-fold/

Published: September 3, 2024 05:28

Huawei has announced a September 10 event where the Chinese company plans to unveil the world's first tri-folding smartphone, with the timing of the event an apparently deliberate attempt to upstage Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 reveal. Huawei teaser…

iPhone SE 4 to Complete Apple's Switch to OLED Across iPhone Lineup

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/03/iphone-se-4-complete-apple-switch-oled/

Published: September 3, 2024 03:31

Apple is expected to launch a fourth-generation iPhone SE early next year with an OLED display for the first time, marking the completion of Apple's adoption of OLED technology across all iPhone models. According to Nikkei Asia, the move away from LCD…

iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro: 60 Upgrades to Expect

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/iphone-14-pro-vs-iphone-16-pro/

Published: September 2, 2024 07:30

The iPhone 16 Pro is set to succeed 2023's iPhone 15 Pro, introducing over 30 new features and improvements to Apple's high-end smartphones. With many users adopting two-year upgrade cycles, plenty of iPhone 14 Pro owners will be looking to upgrade to the…

Best Apple Labor Day Sales Include Year's Best Prices on iPads, MacBooks, and More

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/01/labor-day-apple-deals-2024/

Published: September 1, 2024 05:47

It's Labor Day weekend and a number of retailers have introduced deals that should be advantageous for anyone shopping around for Apple products and related accessories. In this article we've rounded up some of the best Labor Day deals for Apple devices,…

Apple Working on Redesigned Magic Keyboard for iPad

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/01/apple-working-on-redesigned-ipad-magic-keyboard/

Published: September 1, 2024 05:41

Apple is working on a new low-end Magic Keyboard accessory for the iPad, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports. In the latest "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that Apple's suppliers are developing a new keyboard for the ‌iPad‌ that is scheduled to launch…

Mac Mini to Lose Its USB-A Ports Later This Year

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/01/mac-mini-to-lose-usb-a-ports-later-this-year/

Published: September 1, 2024 05:29

Apple's redesigned Mac mini will not have any USB-A ports, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports. The current ‌Mac mini‌ with the M2 chip features two USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, while the ‌M2‌ Pro variant has four USB-C ports and two USB-A ports.…

iPhone 16 Launch Month Is Here: Everything We Know

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/01/iphone-16-launch-month-is-here-everything-we-know/

Published: September 1, 2024 05:00

Apple has announced that on Monday, September 9 it will hold its annual fall event, which means we are just days away from the launch of the iPhone 16. Like the iPhone 15 series, this year's lineup is expected to stick with four models – iPhone 16, iPhone…

Apple Likely to Launch M4 Macs in November

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/01/apple-likely-to-launch-m4-macs-in-november/

Published: September 1, 2024 01:43

Apple will likely announce new Mac models with M4-series chips in November, confidential information obtained MacRumors claims. According to a reliable source familiar with the matter, Apple will release new Mac models in November 2024. While new Macs…

What Not to Expect at Apple Event on September 9: 'It's Glowtime'

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/09/01/what-not-to-expect-apple-glowtime-sept-9-event/

Published: September 1, 2024 01:06

Apple's annual fall event takes place on Monday, September 9, when it is expected to unveil the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro lineup, and some new Apple Watch models. It may also make some additional new products available, but there are a handful of…

Apple Watch Series 9 vs. Series 10 Buyer's Guide: 10 Rumored Upgrades Compared

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/apple-watch-series-9-vs-10/

Published: August 31, 2024 08:00

After over a year of rumors, the Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 are set to launch in just a matter of weeks. There are now 10 changes and improvements rumored to be offered by the new models, so here's everything we're expecting. All of…

Top Stories: September 9 iPhone Event, iOS 18.1 Photos Clean Up Tool, and More

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/31/top-stories-september-9-glowtime-iphone-event/

Published: August 31, 2024 06:00

It's a day earlier than rumors had suggested, but Apple's big iPhone 16 event now has an official date: Monday, September 9. The "It's Glowtime" tagline and glowing Apple logo theme are clear nods to the revamped Siri and new Apple Intelligence features…

iPhone 16 Pro's Rumored Gold Titanium Color Revealed by This Mockup

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/iphone-16-pro-gold-color-mockup/

Published: August 30, 2024 12:09

Just a few weeks ahead of Apple unveiling the iPhone 16 series, we potentially have an early look at a new color option for the Pro models. 9to5Mac today shared a mockup image of the rumored gold finish for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max,…

Best Apple Deals of the Week: Labor Day Sales Arrive for the Holiday Weekend With Record Lows on iPad, iPhone, and More

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-8-30-24/

Published: August 30, 2024 11:47

Labor Day deals have kicked off this week, and as we head into the long weekend you can still find great discounts on AirPods Max, MacBook Air, Sonos speakers, and more. We're also tracking fresh markdowns on iPhone 15, the 10th gen iPad, M3 MacBook Pro,…

The MacRumors Show: 'Glowtime' Event Invites and M4 Macs

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/the-macrumors-show-event-invites-and-m4-macs/

Published: August 30, 2024 08:01

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's recently announced "It's Glowtime" event for September 9 and what we're expecting from this year's M4 Mac models. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Apple…

Best Buy Labor Day Sale Takes Up to $1,000 Off M3 MacBook Pro

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/best-buy-labor-day-sale-macbook-pro/

Published: August 30, 2024 07:51

Best Buy and Amazon have introduced major discounts on the M3 MacBook Pro today, offering up to $1,000 off select models. This includes an all-time low price on the entry-level M3 512GB 14-inch MacBook Pro at $1,299.00, down from $1,599.00, and a massive…

LG to Offer 3-Month Free Trial of Apple TV+ on Select Smart TV Models

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/lg-3-month-apple-tv-plus-trial-offer/

Published: August 30, 2024 07:41

LG today announced that it will be offering a three-month free trial of Apple TV+ on select smart TV models from September 9 through November 17. The offer will be available to new and "qualified" returning subscribers in both the Apple TV app and LG…

iPhone 15 vs. iPhone 16: 20 Rumored Upgrades Compared

https://www.macrumors.com/guide/iphone-15-vs-iphone-16/

Published: August 30, 2024 06:49

After over a year of rumors, the iPhone 16 and ‌iPhone 16‌ Plus are set to launch next month. There are now 20 changes and improvements expected to be offered by the new standard models, so here's everything we're expecting. All of the changes the…

New Spatial Apps, Games, and Video Coming to Apple Vision Pro

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/new-spatial-content-coming-to-vision-pro/

Published: August 30, 2024 04:27

Apple is expanding its selection of spatial and immersive experiences for the Vision Pro headset with a series of new games, apps, and video content. Among the newly introduced experiences is a spatial version of "Castle Crumble," a physics-based…

Amazon to Launch New AI-Powered Alexa Using Anthropic's Claude

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/amazon-launching-new-alexa-claude-ai/

Published: August 30, 2024 03:32

Amazon is set to release a revamped version of its Alexa voice assistant this October that will be powered by AI models from Anthropic's Claude, rather than Amazon's in-house AI technology, reports Reuters. Amazon's Echo device with Alexa The decision…

Spotify Blames Apple for Loss of iPhone Volume Button Control of Connected Devices

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/30/spotify-loses-iphone-volume-buttons-control/

Published: August 30, 2024 02:58

Spotify says users on iPhone will no longer be able to control the volume of connected devices using their physical volume buttons after Apple "discontinued" the technology that enables the functionality. The change impacts Spotify Connect, a feature that…

These Are Apple's Oldest Products Still Sold Today

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/29/oldest-apple-products-still-sold-in-2024/

Published: August 29, 2024 11:49

For over two decades, the MacRumors Buyer's Guide has served as a valuable resource for keeping track of when Apple products were last updated. Below, we have highlighted five current-generation Apple products that have not received hardware upgrades…

Apple Reportedly in Talks to Invest in ChatGPT Maker OpenAI

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/29/apple-reportedly-in-talks-to-invest-in-openai/

Published: August 29, 2024 10:52

Apple is in talks to invest in artificial intelligence company OpenAI, according to sources cited by The Wall Street Journal. The report did not indicate how much money Apple would be investing in OpenAI, or provide any additional details about the…

Best Apple Labor Day Sales Include Year's Best Prices on iPads, MacBooks, and More

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/29/labor-day-apple-deals-2024/

Published: August 29, 2024 08:47

As we head into the long weekend ending with Labor Day on Monday, a number of retailers have introduced deals that should be advantageous for anyone shopping around for Apple products and related accessories. In this article we've rounded up some of the…

Apple Sports to Offer Live Activities for All Leagues Available Within App

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/29/apple-sports-live-activities-and-more/

Published: August 29, 2024 08:28

Apple today announced several new features and changes coming to its Sports app on the iPhone. Starting with iOS 18 and watchOS 11, the Apple Sports app will offer Live Activities for all teams and leagues available in the app, according to Apple. …

Will a New Apple TV Still Launch This Year?

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/29/when-is-a-new-apple-tv-coming-out/

Published: August 29, 2024 07:41

It has been nearly two years since the Apple TV last received a hardware upgrade, so you may be wondering when a new model will be released. Below, we recap rumors about the next-generation Apple TV. In January 2023, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman…

Apple Intelligence Not Device Region Locked to US in Latest Betas

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/29/apple-intelligence-not-region-locked-betas/

Published: August 29, 2024 03:20

Apple in the latest iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 betas no longer requires users to set their device region to the United States, so now it's just the US English language requirement that remains. In previous betas, users not only had…

Kuo: Next Year's Upgrade to 12GB RAM Will Be Limited to iPhone 17 Pro Max

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/kuo-12gb-ram-iphone-17-pro-max-exclusive/

Published: August 28, 2024 19:51

Just a day after a noted leaker on Chinese microblogging site Weibo suggested the iPhone 17 lineup in 2025 could see an upgrade to 12GB of RAM across the board, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has claimed that the upgrade will be limited to the iPhone 17 Pro Max. …

Mac OS X Snow Leopard Launched 15 Years Ago Today With '0 New Features'

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/mac-os-x-snow-leopard-15-years/

Published: August 28, 2024 15:00

Today marks the 15th anniversary of Apple releasing Mac OS X Snow Leopard, which became available to purchase for $29 on August 28, 2009. After advertising Mac OS X Leopard as having "over 300 new features," Apple previewed Snow Leopard at WWDC 2008.…

Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 202 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-releases-safari-technology-preview-202/

Published: August 28, 2024 14:41

Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of…

Beats and Verdy Debut Collectible Bear Figure That Holds Your Beats Pill

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/verdy-beats-pill-vear/

Published: August 28, 2024 13:37

Apple's Beats brand is partnering with Japanese graphic artist Verdy for a limited edition collectible art figure that doubles as a holder for the new Beats Pill speaker. The $500 hyper-limited drop includes a matte black Beats Pill and a cream-colored…

See the Apple Intelligence Photos App 'Clean Up' Tool in Action

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-intelligence-clean-up-hands-on/

Published: August 28, 2024 13:01

Apple today provided developers with the third beta of iOS 18.1, and it adds Clean Up, a new Apple Intelligence tool created for the Photos app. With Clean Up, you can remove unwanted objects from your photos, but its performance is hit or miss right now. …

iOS 18 vs. iOS 18.1: Here's How the Two Updates Compare

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/ios-18-vs-ios-18-1/

Published: August 28, 2024 12:59

As a result of the first Apple Intelligence features being delayed, iOS 18 and iOS 18.1 are currently in beta testing simultaneously. Below, we explain the differences between the two upcoming software updates, including new features and estimated…

iOS 18.1 Beta Now Offers Notification Summaries for All Apps

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/ios-18-1-notification-summaries/

Published: August 28, 2024 10:45

With the third beta of iOS 18.1, Apple has introduced new Apple Intelligence features for notifications. The notification summarization option that was previously available for the Mail and Messages apps now works with all of your apps. After updating…

New iOS 18.1 Beta Adds 'Clean Up' Apple Intelligence Photos Feature

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/ios-18-1-beta-3-clean-up/

Published: August 28, 2024 10:22

The third beta of iOS 18.1 that Apple provided to developers today includes a new Apple Intelligence feature for the Photos app. Clean Up can be used to remove distracting objects from the background of a photo while leaving the subject of the image…

Apple Seeds Third Developer Betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 With Apple Intelligence

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-seeds-ios-18-1-beta-3/

Published: August 28, 2024 10:06

Apple today provided developers with the third betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 to continue testing Apple Intelligence features. The third betas come two weeks after Apple seeded the second iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and ‌macOS Sequoia‌…

Apple Seeds Eighth Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-seeds-ios-18-beta-8-to-developers/

Published: August 28, 2024 10:05

Apple today seeded the eighth betas of upcoming iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after the release of the seventh betas. Registered developers are able to opt into the betas by opening up…

Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of macOS Sequoia to Developers

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-seeds-macos-sequoia-beta-8/

Published: August 28, 2024 10:05

Apple today seeded the eighth beta of upcoming an upcoming macOS 15 Sequoia update to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after the release of the seventh beta. Registered developers can opt-in to the macOS Sequoia beta…

Apple Seeds Eighth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-seeds-visionos-2-beta-8/

Published: August 28, 2024 10:00

Apple today released the eighth beta of an upcoming visionOS 2 update to developers, with the beta coming a week after the seventh beta. Registered developers are able to opt into the betas by opening up the Settings app on their device, going to the…

Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of tvOS 18 to Developers

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/apple-seeds-tvos-18-beta-8/

Published: August 28, 2024 09:58

Apple today seeded the eighth beta of the upcoming tvOS 18 refresh to developers for testing purposes, with the beta coming a week after the seventh beta came out. Registered developers are able to download the tvOS 18 update by opting in to the beta…

iPhone Driver's Licenses in Wallet App Rolling Out in Seventh U.S. State

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/iphone-wallet-app-ids-seventh-state/

Published: August 28, 2024 09:41

As noted by 9to5Mac, Apple recently started rolling out the ability for Hawaii residents to add a digital version of their driver's license or state ID to the Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, providing a convenient and contactless way to display…

'Relay FM' Podcast Network Launches Annual Fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/relay-fm-2024-st-jude-fundraiser/

Published: August 28, 2024 08:46

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. To support this important cause, well-known podcast network Relay FM has launched its annual fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, located in Memphis, Tennessee. Since 2019, the Relay FM…

iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. Google's New Pixel 9 Pro XL

https://www.macrumors.com/2024/08/28/iphone-15-pro-max-vs-pixel-9-pro-xl/

Published: August 28, 2024 08:00

Apple is planning to unveil its new iPhone 16 models in September, but Google decided to move its usual October smartphone announcement to August, beating Apple to new AI-powered devices. We picked up Google's new Pixel 9 Pro XL and thought we'd compare it…