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- 02:37 amSamsung S25 deals deliver up to $1,050 off for iPhone users willing to switch
New Samsung Galaxy S25 devices are up for preorder, as Samsung unveils discounts to compete with iPhone 16 incentives.Samsung S25 preorder deals are live - Image credit: SamsungAnnounced on Jan. 22, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series includes the S25, S25 Plus and S25 Ultra — all of which are eligible for preorder deals.Get the S25 deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:28 amPossible to fast-track introductory offer period during testing?
Hi! I am exploring RevenueCat a bit for a new app I am building. On a sandbox account, I understand there are knobs I can turn for the renewal speed. However, there are no explicit ways to skip or fast-track an associated introductory period. For now, I just wait for a few minutes each time […]01:58 amUnable to link a swift framework to a expo native module. Compiler cannot find header files | Stack Overflow on iOS DevUnable to link a swift framework to a expo native module. Compiler cannot find header files
I have an Expo app which is going to communicate with a bluetooth device. The manufacturer of the device have given me a SDK as a swift framework. Let's call it CustomBluetoothModule.framework. I don't have it's source code. It have a pre built binary. The framework's folder also have an umbrella file with some header files in it. I'm trying to write a wrapper around this Framework using an expo native module so that I can use this in the React Native code. The problem is, as soon as I place the framework inside the native module, it gives me compile time errors saying the header files are missing: › Executing expo-web-browser Pods/ExpoWebBrowser » Copy generated compatibility header › Executing native-module-test Pods/TestLocalModule » Copy generated compatibility header › Compiling Pods/Pods-nativemoduletest » Pods-nativemoduletest-dummy.m › Packaging Pods/Pods-nativemoduletest » libPods-nativemoduletest.a › Executing nativemoduletest » [CP] Check Pods Manifest.lock › Executing nativemoduletest » [Expo] Configure project › Copying ./PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy ➜ ios/nativemoduletest/PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy › Copying ios/nativemoduletest/Supporting/Expo.plist ➜ ./Expo.plist › Compiling nativemoduletest » SplashScreen.storyboard ❌ (/Users/pubudu/Library/Developer/Xcode/DerivedData/nativemoduletest-denbynqwuqfmebgdbtkenakcxmew/Build/Products/Debug-iphoneos/TestLocalModule/TestLocalModule-umbrella.h:13:9) 11 | #endif 12 | > 13 | #import "CustomBluetoothModule-umbrella.h" | ^ 'CustomBluetoothModule-umbrella.h' file not found 14 | #import "CustomBluetoothModuleDevice.h" 15 | 16 | FOUNDATION_EXPORT double TestLocalModuleVersionNumber; ❌ (/Users/pubudu/Library/Developer/Xcode/DerivedData/nativemoduletest-denbynqwuqfmebgdbtkenakcxmew/Build/Products/Debug-iphoneos/TestLocalModule/TestLocalModule-umbrella.h:13:9) 11 | #endif 12 | > 13 | #import "CustomBluetoothModule-umbrella.h" | ^ 'CustomBluetoothModule-umbrella.h' file not found 14 | #import "CustomBluetoothModuleDevice.h" 15 | 16 | FOUNDATION_EXPORT double TestLocalModuleVersionNumber; The folder structure of the project is as follows: As you can see, there's a CustomBluetoothModuleDevice.h file which has been imported in CustomBluetoothModule-umbrella.h. The content of the CustomBluetoothModule-umbrella.h file is as follows: #import "CustomBluetoothModuleDevice.h" I created minimal reproducable example here: https://github.com/THPubs/native-module-test In there, trying to run npx expo run:ios --device will give the above error. Please help me fix this. I'm not much familiar with Swift. My TestLocalModule.podspec: Pod::Spec.new do |s| s.name = 'TestLocalModule' s.version = '1.0.0' s.summary = 'A sample project summary' s.description = 'A sample project description' s.author = '' s.homepage = 'https://docs.expo.dev/modules/' s.platforms = { :ios = > '15.1', :tvos = > '15.1' } s.source = { git: '' } s.static_framework = true s.dependency 'ExpoModulesCore' # Swift/Objective-C compatibility s.pod_target_xcconfig = { 'DEFINES_MODULE' = > 'YES', } s.source_files = "**/*.{h,m,mm,swift,hpp,cpp}" s.vendored_frameworks = 'CustomBluetoothModule.framework' end12:32 amWant to play guitar? These two iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps are essential
I’ve played guitar as a hobby since I was in junior high. While the instrument hasn’t changed, the tools I use to make it possible have — sort of. In addition to the built-in GarageBand app, these are the two must-have iPhone, iPad, and Mac apps I use for r for fun. more…Wednesday January 2211:32 pmAudio tracks upload failing
Jan 22, 18:32 ESTMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Jan 22, 18:25 ESTIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.Jan 22, 18:24 ESTInvestigating - The alternate audio track uploads and AI audio translations fail to be created. This is currently being investigated.11:30 pmIncrease in Turnstile validation errors
Jan 22, 23:30 UTCResolved - Cloudflare has identified an issue causing an increase of "invalid-input-response" validation failures during the timeframe: 21st Jan, 17:03 UTC to 22nd Jan, 23:15 UTC.The issue has now been resolved.11:27 pmApp Store Optimization Help
Hi, I'm looking for some help from ppl who are good with ASO. What are some ways I could improve my store presence? Do you think my screenshots are good? Any help appreciated! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sip-cocktails-drink-recipes/id6695737146?platform=iphone submitted by /u/matt8p [link] [comments]11:17 pmApple will still have to deal with a class-action lawsuit alleging pay disparity
A proposed class-action lawsuit against Apple, which alleges that the company underpays its female staff, is going forward after all.A proposed class-action lawsuit against Apple is moving forward.Even though Apple claims it takes the issue of gender discrimination seriously, with the company even having an entire webpage dedicated to diversity, the iPhone maker has faced serious criticism. In June 2024, a class-action lawsuit against Apple alleged that the company systematically underpays its female employees across multiple divisions, including AppleCare, engineering, and marketing.According to the class-action lawsuit, Apple based its employee pay on "prior pay and pay expectations to set starting salaries," meaning that women are paid less from the get-go. The company's performance evaluations are also said to favor men, who are often rewarded with bonuses and raises based on talent, while their female coworkers are not provided with the same treatment. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:35 pmApple TV+ debuts trailer for ‘Vietnam: The War That Changed America’ docuseries
Apple TV+ on Wednesday unveiled the trailer for the new six-part documentary series “Vietnam: The War That Changed America,” set to premiere… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.10:24 pmIAD (Ashburn) on 2025-01-28
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 28, 10:00 - 15:00 UTCJan 22, 21:56 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2025-01-28 between 10:00 and 15:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.10:23 pmUnited Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – EE
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 23, 14:00 - 20:00 PSTJan 22, 14:04 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner EE United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 23 January 2025 at 14:00 PST until 23 January 2025 at 20:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for EE United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup Identity Match, Lookup SIM Swap, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributesWe are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.10:00 pmApple seems determined we use its new artificial intelligence features
Many iPhone users who install iOS 18.3 after the upgrade launches next week will find that Apple Intelligence is now on by default. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)09:47 pmLawyer explains why Apple can’t bring TikTok back to the App Store yet
TikTok’s deactivation for US users may have been short-lived, but the app is still missing from the iPhone’s App Store. Here’s why one lawyer says Apple can’t bring it back yet. more…09:40 pmApple's Mac Mini Turns 20 Today
Apple launched the original Mac mini 20 years ago today, kickstarting a trend of small but powerful computers. The Mac mini was originally designed as a gateway for users to enter the Apple ecosystem without the expense associated with the company's higher-end offerings of the time, such as the Power Mac G5 and iMac G5, and costly peripherals. Apple's then-CEO Steve Jobs described the Mac mini as "the most affordable Mac ever" during its unveiling at Macworld Expo 2005, noting that its $499 starting price was intended to appeal to PC users looking to switch to the Mac platform. Today's base model Mac mini with the M4 chip costs just $599. The original Mac mini featured a PowerPC G4 processor available in 1.25 GHz and 1.42 GHz configurations, an ATI Radeon 9200 GPU, 56MB of DDR SDRAM (expandable to 1GB), and 40GB or 80GB of HDD storage. Connectivity included two USB 2.0 ports, a FireWire 400 port, and DVI output. It shipped with Mac OS X Panther and iLife '05. The Mac mini's aluminum and polycarbonate casing measured just 6.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches—far smaller than the bulky tower PCs and even many contemporary Macs of the time. Today's Mac mini has evolved considerably from the model introduced in 2005, featuring an even smaller casing, recycled aluminum, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, and Apple's custom silicon for a massive leap in performance and efficiency. While the first-generation Mac mini was powered by the PowerPC architecture, Apple transitioned to Intel processors in 2006 and its own custom silicon in 2020. Today's high-end version can be equipped with the M4 Pro chip and up to 64GB of memory, offering a super-compact workstation that rivals even the Mac Studio.Related Roundup: Mac miniBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Buy Now)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:40 pmConnectivity Issue – US-IAD (Washington DC)
Jan 22, 21:40 UTCMonitoring - At this time we have been able to correct the issues affecting connectivity in our US-IAD (Washington DC) data center between 19:45 - 20:15 UTC. We will be monitoring this to ensure that it remains stable. If you are still experiencing issues, please open a Support ticket for assistance.09:33 pmScreen recording in iOS is set to improve thanks to three new upcoming features
The screen recording utility in iOS is a great way to share quick screencasts of what’s on your iPhone’s display. I use it all the time for tutorials, or as a way to simply explain what I’m talking about in the most straightforward way possible. As I touched on in the last episode of iOS Decoded, in a future iOS update, the built-in screen recording utility will gain three new features that will increase its usefulness. more…09:31 pmiPad 11, iPhone SE 4, & iPad Air leak doesn't line up with previous rumors
The purported specifications of the iPad 11, iPhone SE 4, and 2025 iPad Air models have appeared online, and contradictions include the iPad 11 not getting Apple Intelligence support.The availability of Apple Intelligence on iPad 11 is still in questionOn Wednesday, an anonymous social media account with a verifiable track record published detailed information on multiple unreleased Apple products. Earlier in the day, the leaker claimed that the fourth-generation iPhone SE, the iPad 11, and the 2025 iPad Air models would all ship with iOS 18.3 preinstalled.The leaker has since returned with even more information on these devices, but some of their recent claims raise more questions than answers. Rumor Score: 🙄 Unlikely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:27 pmApple Music taps industry veteran Mika El-Baz to lead PR
Music industry veteran Mika El-Baz has been tapped to lead Apple Music's PR team. El-Baz, who is based in Los Angeles, will lead the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:23 pmiOS 18.3 will temporarily remove a feature from your iPhone, but for good reason
iOS 18.3 is only days away from a public launch, bringing new Camera Control features, AI changes, and bug fixes. It will also be the rare update that actually removes a current iPhone feature—but just temporarily. more…09:16 pmApple must face suit over alleged policy of underpaying female workers
Apple fails to argue sexual harassment claim was just about a seating preference.08:58 pmStoring API key on Heroku/CloudKit and retrieving data via API calls
Hi all, I'm working on an app that uses CoreML to identify dog breeds, and I'm using TheDogAPI. I got my API key. I'm new to API keys and I was wondering what's the best way to use Heroku or CloudKit to store the API key securely and then use either of those APIs to […]08:33 pmApple’s M4 iPad Air and iPhone SE 4 likely to debut soon
Upcoming operating system updates might come preinstalled on new devices, such as the iPhone SE 4 and updated M4 iPad Air. Apple has… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:15 pmIncreasingly budget-conscious consumers pick iPhone 16 over 16 Pro
The mix of iPhone 16 sales tells a story. Here’s why shoppers are more interested in the cheapest model than before. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:04 pmColor mixing in SwiftUI
submitted by /u/majid8 [link] [comments]07:54 pmNew Shure smart mic doubles as audio interface
The new Shure MV7i Smart Microphone and Interface currently on display at NAMM 2025 eliminates the need for a separate audio interface. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:52 pmSamsung's VR Headset Looks a Lot Like Apple Vision Pro
At its Unpacked event, Samsung showed off its upcoming "Project Moohan" AR/VR headset, which is designed to compete with the Vision Pro. Some users might even mistake the headset for a Vision Pro, given the design similarities. Samsung is developing the headset in collaboration with Google, and it will run Google's Android XR operating system. Google introduced Android XR late last year. Android XR and Samsung's headset will support being immersed in a virtual environment or staying present in the real world, similar to how Apple allows Apple Vision Pro users to adjust the Vision Pro immersion level by activating or shutting out the real world passthrough view provided by cameras. The headset from Samsung will support Google features like Gemini, Google's AI assistant, providing access to device controls and insight into what the wearer is seeing. Samsung has described Project Moohan as "lightweight" and "ergonomically optimized" for "maximum comfort," but no details on weight are available yet. Project Moohan will be the first headset designed for Android XR, and it is set to launch later in 2025.Tags: Google, SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:48 pmSamsung confirms new ‘Galaxy S25 Edge’ to rival rumored iPhone 17 Air
Samsung made a slew of announcements today at its Unpacked 2025 event today, headlined by the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. At the end of the event, however, Samsung also dropped a surprise teaser for its forthcoming ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge. Samsung’s teaser comes ahead of Apple’s rumored release of its ultra-thin smartphone, the iPhone 17 Air, later this year. more…07:32 pmSamsung Working on Super Thin 'Galaxy S25 Edge' to Compete With iPhone 17 Air
When unveiling the new Galaxy S25 lineup today, Samsung did a "one more thing" announcement, introducing an additional Galaxy smartphone that's set to come out later this year. The Galaxy S25 Edge appears to be aimed at the iPhone 17 Air, a rumored ultra thin iPhone that's set to debut this September. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge will be thinner than the S25 pictured here Samsung only teased the Galaxy S25 Edge, but the device is set to launch in the first half of 2025. With a debut date before September, Samsung will beat Apple and will be able to launch a super thin smartphone first. The Samsung Galaxy Edge is on the right in this comparison photo Little information is available on the Galaxy S25 Edge, but it appears to be a thinner variation of the Galaxy S25. Samsung plans to price it below the $1300 S25 Ultra, suggesting it will be a middle-tier device with lower specs due to thinness, which is exactly what we're expecting from the iPhone 17 Air. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MacRumors (@macrumors) Rumors suggest that Apple's upcoming super thin iPhone will have a 6.6-inch display and a chassis that's somewhere between 5.5mm and 6mm, making it the thinnest iPhone to date. It will have lower battery capacity and a single-lens rear camera due to space constraints, but it will mark Apple's first major iPhone redesign in several years. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:20 pmSamsung’s copy of iPhone Live Activities will support Google Maps and more [Gallery]
With its One UI 7 update, Samsung is adding support for “Live Notifications” and the “Now Bar,” the company’s take on the “Live Activities” functionality Apple has been building out on iPhone for a while. With the Galaxy S25 now official, Samsung is confirming additional support for apps including Google Maps. more…07:03 pmLeaker's iOS 18.3 reveals suggest M4 iPad Air & iPhone SE 4 are close to launch
A private social media account has claimed the soon-to-release operating system updates will be preinstalled on inbound hardware that could arrive soon, including the fourth-gen iPhone SE and iPad refreshes.The iPhone SE could gain the Dynamic IslandApple entered the release candidate stage of its operating system updates on Tuesday, meaning the final releases to the public could happen soon. If a social media account is to be believed, new hardware may not be all that far behind.A private X account with a good track record for accuracy as it pertains to operating system details claims that the 22D8062 build of iOS 18.3 will be preinstalled on the iPhone SE, the fourth-gen model that is anticipated to arrive soon. At the same time, it says build 22D2060 of iPadOS 18.3 will be preinstalled on the 11th gen iPad and iPad Air. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:00 pmThe ultimate Microsoft 365 community event is back
It’s an incredible time for our customers as we continue to see the future of work come to life with Microsoft 365 Copilot product announcements and enhancements. But as much as we focus on pushing the boundaries of technology, we never lose sight of the fact that this journey is about you: our customers who use these tools to power work, teams, and businesses––and our partners who have built their businesses around helping people get the most out of Microsoft solutions. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.06:59 pmLanguage Recommendation for Noob App Developer
I want to build a simple iOS app that can scan a barcode and return binary information. I have lots of Python dev experience but little in app development. Are there any recommended languages to start developing in? submitted by /u/ButterscotchLoose730 [link] [comments]06:59 pmUPDATE: Customers attempting to start a direct message chat with a new contact from the Chat Web search bar may receive the error “Can’t start a direct message right now. Try again later.” Customers can attempt to start a new direct message using the “New Chat” button. Mitigation work is currently underway by our engineering team. We do not have an ETA for mitigation at this point. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2025-01-22 12:00 US/Pacific. | Google AppsUPDATE: Customers attempting to start a direct message chat with a new contact from the Chat Web search bar may receive the error “Can’t start a direct message right now. Try again later.” Customers can attempt to start a new direct message using the “New Chat” button. Mitigation work is currently underway by our engineering team. We do not have an ETA for mitigation at this point. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2025-01-22 12:00 US/Pacific.
Incident began at 2025-01-18 02:00 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).Customers attempting to start a direct message chat with a new contact from the Chat Web search bar may receive the error “Can’t start a direct message right now. Try again later.” Customers can attempt to start a new direct message using the "New Chat" button. Mitigation work is currently underway by our engineering team. We do not have an ETA for mitigation at this point. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2025-01-22 12:00 US/Pacific. Affected products: Google Chat06:58 pmiPhone SE 4 Again Rumored to Feature A18 Chip
The fourth-generation iPhone SE will be equipped with a chip that has an identifier of T8140, according to a private account on social media platform X. That identifier is used by both the A18 and A18 Pro chips, and given the iPhone SE is a lower-end device, it is very likely that the device will be equipped with the A18 chip out of those two options. The account also said the next iPad Air models will have an M3 chip, and that the iPad 11 will have an A16 chip instead of the previously-rumored A17 Pro chip. The account has a good track record of sharing iOS-related information, but it has had some occasional misses. We continue to respect the account owner's request to not link to its posts, as they wish to remain anonymous and maintain a low profile. Back in October, 9to5Mac independently reported that the next iPhone SE would be equipped with an A18 chip, so there are now multiple sources claiming this. Apple will likely announce the new iPhone SE by March or April. Rumored features for the device include a 6.1-inch OLED display, Face ID, a USB-C port, a single 48-megapixel rear camera, and the first Apple-designed 5G modem. With the A18 chip, and a rumored 8GB of RAM, the device is also expected to support Apple Intelligence. The current iPhone SE looks similar to the iPhone 8, with outdated features such as a Touch ID button, Lightning port, and thick bezels around the display. Pricing starts at $429, but at least a slight price increase seems probable for the next model.Related Roundup: iPhone SEBuyer's Guide: iPhone SE (Don't Buy)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:56 pmThere’s one big M4 MacBook Air feature that could make you upgrade from M3
Apple is expected to launch the M4 MacBook Air very soon, likely as its first new product of the year. When it arrives, there will be one new feature that could motivate users of the M2 and even M3 models to upgrade: more robust external display support. more…06:52 pmUnited Kingdom SMS Carrier Maintenance – O2
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 22, 15:00 - 22:00 PSTJan 22, 10:24 PSTScheduled - The O2 network in the United Kingdom is conducting an emergency maintenance from 22 January 2025 at 15:00 PST until 22 January 2025 at 22:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from O2 United Kingdom handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.06:46 pmThe Beats Pill is $50 Off
Amazon marked $50 Off the Beats Pill, featuring high-resolution music with lossless audio and 24 hours of battery to listen to your fave songs all day. Experience powerful sounds with a racetrack woofer to deliver a fuller and deeper bass that will fill your room! You can connect and charge it with your phone or […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:44 pmApple reveals images of new store in China
Apple previewed photos of their upcoming shop in China at MixC Hefei showing elements of design that are featured in other branches in other countries. The store features a curved and wide glass doorway and displays a combination of an Apple Pickup station and a Genius Bar so consumers can collect orders that they made […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:43 pmMinor tvOS 18.2.1 update rolled out for Apple TV
Apple has released a minor update for the Apple TV software, tvOS 18.2.1, following tvOS 18.2. It is provided for all models of the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD and can be downloaded by accessing the Settings then choosing System, and going to Software Updates. Information on software updates can be found in […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:42 pm9to5Mac Daily: January 22, 2025 – iOS 18.3 RC, Netflix price hike
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 Ulysses: The ultimate writing app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Learn more and get started today for free. more…06:42 pmSynchrony and Apple collaborate to provide installment payments
A false alarm was made last week because of an update that occurred too early in Apple’s support document, but as of today, Synchrony offers the option for a buy now pay later feature when you complete a transaction via Apple Pay on your iPad or iPhone and use a Synchrony Mastercard to select monthly […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:40 pmThe AirPods 4 with ANC is $14 Off
Get the latest AirPods model at a discounted price. Today, the AirPods 4 with ANC is down to just $164.99 from its original price of $179 on Amazon. The latest AirPods model has several features that make it your ideal daily driver, including Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive Audio, USB-C charging, Active Noise Cancellation, and more. […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:38 pmiPhone SE 4 source code revealed
A recent leak shows a source code pertaining to the upcoming iPhone SE 4. Evan Blass shared an image via a private post on social media with the tag ‘iPhone SE 4’. There were rumors that the SE device would be renamed ‘iPhone 16E’, but the name could change depending on Apple’s announcement. The leaker […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:37 pmWill the iPad 11 Support Apple Intelligence? New Leak Adds Uncertainty
Earlier this month, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said the iPad 11 will support Apple Intelligence, but a new leak has added uncertainty to the rumor. According to a private account on social media platform X, with a good track record of sharing iOS-related information, the iPad 11 will be equipped with a chip that has the identifier T8120. That identifier corresponds with the A16 chip, which does not support the Apple Intelligence suite of artificial intelligence features. Existing devices with the A16 chip include the iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, and iPhone 15 Plus. We continue to respect the account owner's request to not link to its posts, as they wish to remain anonymous and maintain a low profile. Gurman said to look for the iPad 11 to have the A17 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM, which are currently the minimum iPad specs for Apple Intelligence. The latest iPad mini also has the A17 Pro and 8GB of RAM. However, if the anonymous account is correct, the next entry-level iPad will actually use the A16 chip, which has 6GB of RAM. That means either no Apple Intelligence, or Apple curiously lowers the minimum iPad specs for it. We don't know who is right here: Gurman, or the anonymous account. Both sources have good track records with Apple rumors, with the occasional miss. Or, could both sources be right? We are purely speculating, but Apple could end up offering multiple iPad 11 configurations and price points. Apple will likely announce the iPad 11 by March or April, and no major changes are expected for the device beyond the improved specs. According to Gurman, Apple is also planning to release an updated Magic Keyboard accessory for the iPad 11.Related Roundup: iPadTag: Apple IntelligenceBuyer's Guide: iPad (Caution)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:37 pmUpcoming M3 iPad Air leaks online
A leak about the upcoming iPad Air with the M3 chip has surfaced online. Evan Blass, a known Apple leaker shared an image via social media showing the source code for the unreleased iPad 11, the 13-inch iPad Air, and the 11-inch iPad Air. The source of information has not been revealed, but Blass has […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:36 pmTikTok returns in the US
Popular short-form video app TikTok has been restored in the US after becoming unavailable in the region for a time. The US passed a law in 2024 forcing ByteDance to divest ownership or face a ban, with the reason being the app posing a national security risk. The law went into effect and the app […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:32 pmSave $350 on Apple's M4 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch in latest price war
Apple resellers continue to issue steep price drops on Apple devices, with the high-end M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro eligible for a $350 discount.Save $350 on a premium M4 Max MacBook Pro.The 16-inch M4 Max model is marked down at Amazon, B&H, and Adorama (the latter with the use of coupon code APINSIDER) and comes equipped with a 14-core CPU and 32-core GPU. It also has 36GB of unified memory and 1TB of storage, all of which are upgrades from the standard M4 Pro spec. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:23 pmPhoto of Apple’s ‘iPhone 17 Air’ rear camera bar allegedly leaks
A leaker known as "Majin Bu" today shared an alleged image of a component for the rumored, ultra-thin "iPhone 17 Air" model on X… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:22 pmUnited States SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 28, 23:00 PST - Jan 29, 03:00 PSTJan 22, 10:22 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 28 January 2025 at 23:00 PST until 29 January 2025 at 03:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from United States handsets.06:00 pmHands-on: iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Samsung’s new S25 Ultra: Who did AI better?
I got an early, hands-on look at the new Samsung S25 lineup, most importantly the S25 Ultra. I was curious to see what the best of the best from Samsung was like compared to the Apple counterpart, the iPhone. What really stood out to me about these phones is that we have seemed to reach a peak when it comes to form factor. The rectangular, candy bar design breathes a lot of similarities across both devices and so do the internal specs. So the only thing left here to truly compare is going to be the software, user experience, and, of course, their AI. Let’s get into. more…06:00 pmSamsung Launches Galaxy S25 Smartphones With New AI Features
Samsung today announced the launch of its new Galaxy S25 smartphone lineup, debuting the Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25+, and its top-of-the-line Galaxy S25 Ultra. The new devices will directly compete with Apple's iPhone 16 lineup, and unsurprisingly, AI is a major focus. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Design Samsung hasn't made major changes to the look of its Galaxy S25 devices, but the S25 Ultra has rounded edges for a more comfortable grip, and Samsung says that it is the slimmest, lightest, and most durable Ultra device to date. It continues to have a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the Galaxy S25+ offers a 6.7-inch display and the Galaxy S25 offers a 6.2-inch display. The smartphone has a titanium shell and Corning's Gorilla Armor 2 for the front display, which Samsung says is more durable than glass. Gorilla Armor 2 is like Apple's Ceramic Shield, and it is made from a glass-ceramic material that is meant to improve drop protection and cut down on scratches. Updated Galaxy Chip All three of the new smartphones are equipped with a customized Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip that is built on a 3-nanometer process. There is a 37 percent improvement in CPU performance, a 30 percent improvement in GPU performance, and a 40 percent improvement in neural processing and image processing compared to the S24 lineup. Samsung says that the new chip makes it possible to process more AI experiences on-device, mirroring one of Apple's key artificial intelligence aims. Samsung added a Vulkan Engine for improved ray tracing to compete with Apple devices on the mobile gaming front, and there is a 40 percent larger vapor chamber along with thermal improvements for better heat dissipation. Camera Technology There is a new 50-megapixel ultra wide lens for the S25 Ultra, which joins the 200-megapixel wide lens and the 50-megapixel 5x telephoto lens with 100x space zoom and 10x AI-powered "optical quality" zoom. The upgraded ultra wide lens is an S25 Ultra exclusive, and it makes a big improvement to macro shots. 10-bit HDR recording is a default option, which provides "four times richer color expression" for better detail in any lighting condition. Samsung says that the S25 devices are able to analyze movement and time to better reduce noise, providing clearer low-light videos. Samsung mimicked an iPhone 16 audio feature, adding Audio Eraser for video. Audio Eraser isolates categories of sounds like voices, music, wind, nature, and crowds to tone down or eliminate excess noise. Apple did something similar with Audio Mix for improving the sound captured in videos. Samsung updated its built-in Filters feature to include new analog filters with a film-like aesthetic for photos and videos, which is akin to Apple's Photographic Styles feature for the iPhone 16 models. There is a new Virtual Aperture option for controlling depth-of-field, and Galaxy Log recording is available for precise color grading for professional video production. AI Improvements According to Samsung, the S25 series includes a "true AI companion" that understands the context of user needs and provides personalized AI experiences. Here are the new AI features: Personal Data Engine - Uses on-device learning to provide "highly tailored experiences" such as the Now Brief. Now Brief - There is a Dynamic Island-like "Now Bar" on the that contains a "Now Brief" that guides users through their day. Circle to Search - This existing AI option now supports phone numbers, email, and URLs. You can call, email, or visit a website with a tap. Quick GIFs - Circle to Search works in all kinds of new ways. If you circle a video in the YouTube app, for example, you can create a wallpaper or a GIF, adding the number of frames from the video that you want. Quicker Photo Editing - Samsung's generative editing features provide suggestions on what to remove from a photo, and the actual removal is an improvement over what's available on the iPhone. Actionable searches - The S25 supports interactive search with context-aware suggestions for next steps. When you highlight anything with an Circle to Search, you can get suggested actions. Natural language - Samsung says that the S25 series supports a "breakthrough in natural language understanding." Users can ask for things like a specific photo in the gallery, to adjust settings, and more. Third-party integration - Gemini, which can be activated by pressing the side button, can perform actions between Samsung apps, Google apps, and third-party apps like Spotify. Multi-step commands - Gemini and Galaxy AI work together to complete multiple tasks with a single command. For example, you can ask the S25 to find the next few games for your favorite sports team, and add them to your calendar while also sending a link to a contact. Portrait Studio - The Portrait Studio for the camera has been improved for creating personalized avatars that have more true-to-life facial expressions. One of the main new features is the Now Brief, which can be found in the Now Bar. The Now Bar looks a lot like the iPhone's Dynamic Island, and it displays information from select apps throughout the day. In the morning, it displays a morning brief with sleep scores, top news headlines, weather, and more. Later in the day, it can provide live sports scores, info from Google Maps, timers, and more. It's also interactive, like the Dynamic Island. Pricing and How to Buy The Galaxy S25 Ultra is priced starting at $1,300 for 256GB of storage. The S25+ is more affordable at $1,000, and the S25 is priced to compete with the iPhone 16 at $800. Samsung also has a new "Galaxy Club" early upgrade program that costs $8.33 per month and eligibility to get a new smartphone every 12 months. Pre-orders are available for the Galaxy S25 smartphones starting today, with customers able to make a purchase from the Samsung website. Buyers who reserved a device already can apply a $50 discount, and Samsung is offering up to $1,250 in credit for an eligible trade-in plus 15 percent off Samsung Care+, a program that provides $0 screen repairs. Note that pre-ordering the Galaxy S25 smartphones from the Samsung website offers customers the chance to get exclusive colors. The Samsung-only colors include Titanium Pinkgold, Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Jadegreen for Ultra models, and Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold for the S25 and 25+. The Galaxy S25 smartphones will see an official launch on February 7.Tag: SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:39 pmiPhone 16 sales surge as Pro models lose their edge
Apple's iPhone 16 lineup is shaking up buyer trends, with recent buyers favoring affordability and practicality over flashy upgrades.iPhone 16 Pro MaxIn the last month or so, more buyers have been opting for value-focused options instead of splurging on premium models. Data from the 2024 holiday quarter shows that while new Pro models perform well, base and older iPhones are gaining popularity.According to data from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) for the December 2024 quarter, the iPhone 16 models collectively held a 68% share of U.S. sales, slightly surpassing the 65% share of the iPhone 15 models in the previous year. However, a closer look reveals notable year-over-year shifts in model preferences. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:39 pmiOS 18.3 Leak Provides Clue About iPhone SE 4, iPad 11, and iPad Air 7 Launch Timing
New information has surfaced that indicates the rumored iPhone SE 4, iPad 11, and new iPad Air models are getting closer to launching. A private account on social media platform X today revealed that iOS 18.3 or iPadOS 18.3 will be preinstalled on all of those upcoming devices when they are released. It is still unclear exactly when the devices will launch, but this information suggests that Apple will announce them by March or April, before the release of iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4. The account, which has a proven track record for iOS information, leaked the build numbers for these iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 versions. We continue to respect the account owner's request to not link to the account in our coverage of its posts. The leaked builds:iOS 18.3 for iPhone SE (4th generation) (22D8062) iPadOS 18.3 for iPad 11 and iPad Air (2025) (22D2060) iPadOS 18.3 for iPad 11 and iPad Air (2025) (22D2062)The final iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 betas were seeded this week, and the software updates are expected to be released next week for existing iPhone and iPad models. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models with the M4 chip will be announced earlier than those other devices, so the new MacBook Air models could end up being Apple's first product announcement of 2025. The new iPhone SE is said to have a similar design as the base iPhone 14 or iPhone 16. Rumored features for the device include a 6.1-inch OLED display, Face ID, a USB-C port, a single 48-megapixel rear camera, a newer A-series chip and an increased 8GB of RAM for Apple Intelligence support, and the first Apple-designed 5G modem. The entry-level iPad 11 is rumored to be equipped with the A17 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM, enabling support for Apple Intelligence features. There have been conflicting rumors about whether the next iPad Air models will be equipped with the M3 chip, or the same M4 chip as the latest iPad Pro models. A recent leak pointed towards the device having an M3 chip. There are also new Magic Keyboards expected for the iPad 11 and iPad Air.Related Roundups: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, iPad, iPad Air , iPhone SEBuyer's Guide: iPad (Caution), iPad Air (Neutral), iPhone SE (Don't Buy)Related Forums: iOS 18, iPadOS 18, iPad, iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:25 pmSee Vietnam War through eyes of those who survived it [Apple TV+ trailer]
The new Apple TV+ trailer for documentary series "Vietnam: The War That Changed America documentary" looks both informative and moving. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:11 pmAnalytics Delays
Jan 22, 17:11 UTCInvestigating - We are investigating an issue where customers in US region using Cloudflare's analytics may observe delayed data. Other Cloudflare services are still fully operational. We are working to mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.05:08 pmToday in Apple history: Super Bowl Mac ad airs against the odds
On January 22, 1984, the Apple commercial for the Macintosh 128K aired during the Super Bowl. The "1984" Mac ad became Apple's greatest ever. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:01 pmHere’s where Apple Maps beats Google Maps
Apple's mapping and navigation service, Apple Maps, long considered second to Google Maps, has made significant strides in recent years… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:59 pmGoTo Meeting Audio Issues
Jan 22, 16:59 UTCResolved - During a period between 18:10 and 19:40 UTC on January 21, a subset of GoTo Meeting and GoTo Training customers may have experienced audio issues during their sessions. This includes delays in audio connection as well as no audio in some rare cases. We have confirmed that the issue has been resolved completely and all systems are 100% operational at this time.We will conduct an internal investigation of this issue and make appropriate improvements to our systems to help prevent or minimize future recurrence.04:51 pmThese two Apple Intelligence features will even work on your Apple Watch
Apple Intelligence ‘officially’ is only supported on compatible iPhones, iPads, and Macs, but the Apple Watch also gains select features when paired with a modern iPhone. Here are two key AI features available on your Watch. more…04:46 pmServerless Invocation | 500 errors
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Deals on the 1TB M4 MacBook Pro at $200 off are indeed still live, but today we are moving back over to the M3 MacBook Air – the most affordable 13- and 15-inch models are now also $200 off while open-box listings are as much as $470 off the original prices before the RAM upgrade. For today only, we are also tracking some rare deals on brand new unlocked iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus units from $680, or $119 off the launch prices, joined by return lows on the official Alpine and Trail Loops for Apple Watch Ultra. All of that joins some Sonos home theater deals, charging gear, and more down below. more…04:45 pmWhy you’ll actually be able to see what happens in Silo season 3
‘Silo‘ season three is on the way, and despite season two being so dark, get ready for an improved viewing experience. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:37 pmPlex Introduces Redesigned Apple TV App That You Can Test Right Now
In November, Plex unveiled a redesigned iPhone app with improved navigation, larger artwork, a dedicated section for media libraries, and more. The redesigned iPhone app is still in beta, and as of today it can also be tested on the Apple TV. Apple TV users can download TestFlight from the App Store, and then install the Plex beta. Step-by-step instructions are available on Plex's website. Plex shared some screenshots of the redesigned Apple TV app, as seen below. Plex previously said the redesigned app would be available in early 2025, following beta testing, but it has yet to provide a more specific timeframe. Plex is a popular video player that lets you stream your own media library on a variety of devices, and it also offers ad-supported TV shows and movies.Related Roundup: Apple TVTag: PlexBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums04:32 pmModern iOS Theming with UITraitCollection
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Not many backyard man sheds or she shacks can compete with the home of today's M4 Mac mini setup, now a WFH office and home theater. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:23 pmThis iPhone 16 model got a big sales boost, but one popular pick has slipped
Apple will report its quarterly earnings next week, providing an official look into iPhone 16 sales in the holiday quarter. For now, though, a new report helps inform what we should expect from the sales mix for different iPhone 16 models. more…04:11 pmOur favorite MacBook just dropped to its best price since Black Friday
Macworld One laptop we recommend to anyone and everyone is this amazing MacBook Air. And wouldn’t you know it, but it’s $250 off at Amazon right now, which means you can get it for a crazy-low $1,249. When we reviewed the MacBook Air M3, we put it succinctly by saying it’s “simply the best, but better.” We gave this laptop a 4.5-star rating, appreciating the excellent battery life, top-notch performance, and great price point. We also loved the design and display as well as the ability to run two external displays. The 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display this laptop comes with is absolutely gorgeous, with super crisp images, vivid colors, and great brightness. The laptop comes with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD, which should be enough for most day-to-day scenarios. This MacBook comes with a Thunderbolt 3 port, but this official Apple Thunderbolt 4 cable for half off will work just fine. So, if you’re looking for a laptop upgrade, now’s a great time to get the new MacBook Air before the price jumps back up. Buy now at Amazon04:06 pmYouTube Premium gains several new features at no extra cost
YouTube Premium subscribers will now get more for their money, as it is gaining several new features, like PiP support for Shorts & more. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:02 pmNew flagship Apple Retail Store opens January 24th in Miami
Apple today previewed Apple Miami Worldcenter, offering a new destination for customers to discover and buy their favorite Apple products… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:00 pmHow a 'Severance' pop-up surprised rush hour New Yorkers
In a first of its kind promotion for Apple TV+, the cast of "Severance" appeared in character, working in a pop-up glass office at Grand Central Terminal.L-R: Zach Cherry, Adam Scott, Britt Lower in the "Severance" popup in New York's Grand Central"Severance" has been a critical and popular hit since it started, and is already talked about so much that it probably doesn't need promotion. But that's what it got with an all-star stunt at New York's Grand Central on January 14, 2025.Apple has now released footage of the stunt, showing stars including Adam Scott, Britt Lower, and Zach Cherry, working in a replica of their "Severance" office set. Placed in a glass cube, the pop-up was big enough for four cubicles and some room to walk around the edges. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:00 pmYouTube Premium discount coming to Google One, testing 4x playback speed
It’s not the dream of a full bundle, but some Google One subscribers will soon get a discount on YouTube Premium in the US. Meanwhile, YouTube is starting to test a handful of new features that subscribers can opt-in to. more…04:00 pmGet Up to $175 Off Apple's M4 iMac on Amazon
Amazon today has up to $175 off a collection of Apple's M4 iMac computers, and it's matching a few all-time low prices on the higher-end models. The cheapest M4 iMac available is the 8-core/16GB RAM/256GB 24-inch iMac at $1,194.00, down from $1,299.00. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You'll also find the 512GB models on sale, and each configuration has multiple colors available at these discounts. For the steepest markdown, Amazon has the 10-core/24GB RAM/512GB 24-inch iMac for $1,724.00 in two colors, down from $1,899.00. $105 OFF24-inch M4 iMac (8-core/16GB RAM/256GB) for $1,194.008-core/16GB RAM/256GB - $1,194.00, down from $1,299.00 10-core/16GB RAM/256GB - $1,349.00, down from $1,499.00 10-core/16GB RAM/512GB - $1,549.00, down from $1,699.00 10-core/24GB RAM/512GB - $1,724.00, down from $1,899.00 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2025? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:49 pmApple's Famous '1984' Commercial Aired 41 Years Ago Today
Apple's iconic "1984" commercial, which introduced the Macintosh computer to the world, aired 41 years ago today during Super Bowl XVIII. Directed by Ridley Scott, the advertisement was designed to highlight the Macintosh as a groundbreaking computer that offers freedom and individuality in a market dominated by corporate conformity. It drew inspiration from George Orwell's dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four, with Apple positioning itself as a liberator from the homogenized control represented by the fictional "Big Brother," a veiled allegory for IBM. The ad concludes with the voiceover stating, "On January 24th, Apple Computer will introduce Macintosh. And you'll see why 1984 won't be like '1984.'" Despite its eventual acclaim, the commercial faced skepticism within Apple. The board of directors expressed concerns about its unconventional approach, and John Sculley, Apple's CEO at the time, even attempted to sell the purchased Super Bowl ad slots. While the commercial aired nationally only once, the Macintosh reportedly achieved $3.5 million in sales within months of its launch.Tag: MacintoshThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:47 pmSleek new Apple Miami Worldcenter store opens Friday
The new Apple Miami Worldcenter store opens Friday in the city's downtown. It features a cool design and a dedicated Apple Pickup area. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:45 pmDocSend unavailable
Jan 22, 15:45 UTCInvestigating - DocSend is currently unavailable, we are investigating the issue.03:38 pmCyber criminals are opening an old bag of tricks to attack Mac users
Leveraging an attack vector that's been in play off and on for the last two decades, hackers are targeting Mac users with malware camouflaged as the popular Homebrew tool, and spreading it through deceptive Google ads.Fake Homebrew Google ads target Mac usersMalicious actors are leveraging Google ads to distribute malware through a counterfeit Homebrew website. The campaign targets macOS and Linux users with an infostealer that compromises credentials, browser data, and cryptocurrency wallets.Homebrew, a widely-used open-source package manager, enables users to manage software through a command line. Hackers recently exploited its popularity by creating a malicious Google ad. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:27 pmA 2015 phone design shows that the iPhone 17 Air camera bump could look just fine
We yesterday got a look at what is claimed to be the iPhone 17 Air camera bump, and the reaction hasn’t been … overly favorable. While we don’t know for sure that the photo shows the real thing, our own sources indicate that the design depicted is probably accurate … more…03:24 pmMasterCard DNS Error Went Unnoticed for Years
The payment card giant MasterCard just fixed a glaring error in its domain name server settings that could have allowed anyone to intercept or divert Internet traffic for the company by registering an unused domain name. The misconfiguration persisted for nearly five years until a security researcher spent $300 to register the domain and prevent it from being grabbed by cybercriminals.03:10 pmApple Previews New Store in Miami With a Unique Feature on the Roof
Apple today previewed its all-new retail store at the Miami Worldcenter complex. The store opens this Friday, January 24 at 10 a.m. local time. Apple says the store was designed with the environment in mind, and to connect customers with the natural world. The store's rooftop is outfitted with a green space that seamlessly blends with the surrounding palm trees and shrubs. "Apple Miami Worldcenter also features a biophilic design that helps connect customers to the beautiful green spaces surrounding the store," says Apple. "Upon entry, customers and the local community are welcomed by the grounds blooming with plants and flora inspired by the multicultural Latin American influence of Miami." The use of regionally-sourced materials helped to reduce the carbon footprint of the store's construction, according to Apple. The store features a combined Genius Bar and Apple Pickup area for technical support and collection of online orders in one place. There is also an Apple Vision Pro demo area. For accessibility, the store offers varied table and seating heights, wheelchair-friendly spaces, and a portable hearing loop for use with hearing aids. Visitors can participate in free Today at Apple creative sessions, including special ones that highlight the store's environment-focused design.Tag: Apple StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:01 pmApple Miami Worldcenter is a nature and accessibility paradise
Apple Miami Worldcenter is opening on January 24, with the unique storefront designed for accessibility and the environment, complete with a plant-covered roof.The outside of Apple Miami Worldcenter - Image Credit: AppleApple Stores often offer designs that incorporate the retail outlet aesthetic into interesting buildings and structures, beyond the typical mall locations. With Apple Miami Worldcenter, Apple is taking a very outlandish approach.Photographs shared days ahead of its January 24 opening reveal Apple Miami Worldcenter to be an unusual store design, even for Apple. For a start, while it is a store that is surrounded by skyscrapers, it's a ground-level retail space without stairs or any additional height. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:01 pmIndonesian iPhone 16 ban could end soon
Indonesia is nearing an agreement with Apple regarding an investment plan that could end the prohibition on iPhone 16 sales in the nation… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:59 pmMicrosoft Excel review: What’s new in Excel 2024?
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Included as part of Office subscription Ideal for just about any finance management Tied in nicely with OneDrive Cons No Copilot (yet) Our Verdict Excel is a fantastic spreadsheet app, capable of processing large quantities of data with ease, but it’s missing arguably its biggest recent feature addition on Mac. Still, it’s absolutely packed with features and is ideal for anyone already using Office apps and OneDrive. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When ReviewedLifetime license, one device: $179.99; Microsoft 265 Personal, one device: $99.99 a year ($9.99 a month) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Microsoft (one device, one year) $99.99 View Deal Microsoft (lifetime license) $179.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Love them or hate them, spreadsheets are a key part of the business world, but even with the rise of Google Sheets and the like, there’s a good chance your work leans on Microsoft Office’s apps because, well, that’s just the way it’s been for years. We’ve already covered Word 2024 and PowerPoint 2024 and how both are starting to lean into Microsoft’s AI tools, even on Mac, but at the moment Excel feels strangely free from that. Sure, it’s likely to come in the future, but for now, it’s a relatively old-school experience — and that’s no real bad thing for many of us. From building a whole host of charts to drop into a Powerpoint via OneDrive, to less intense household financial plans and maths homework, Excel is flexible and scalable — but perhaps not worth the price alone since Numbers does much of the same stuff. First Impressions Templates: Excel can tackle just about any number-based request you can throw at it.Foundry Excel makes a very strong first impression, but it’s pretty identical to other Microsoft Office apps. You can open a blank sheet, dig through your OneDrive files, or pick a template. Those templates are able to cover just about anything you may need, from housemate rent payments, to a task manager, and time sheets, and once you open any of them you’ll find them already populated with the required formulae. That’s particularly nice if, like me, you’ve struggled with them in the past. As with the other apps in Microsoft’s suite, Excel’s interface is much more cluttered than Numbers, Apple’s alternative. It’s rammed full of icons and toolbars, whereas Apple has a sort of slide-in bar on the right when it’s needed. If you’re used to it, great, but it can be intimidating. Numbers may have the upper hand in terms of look and feel, but it’s the wider Office365 suite that makes Excel part of a more compelling whole. For one, as with Powerpoint, you may not consider signing up to a spreadsheet app on its own, but since it’s included in with a robust set of apps, why wouldn’t you consider Excel? For one user it’s $99.99/£84.99 a year ($9.99/£8.49 a month) for Microsoft 265 Personal. Or for $129.99/£104.99 a year (or $12.99/£10.49 per month) you can get the Microsoft 365 Family edition with up to six licenses including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and more. However, if you only want to buy Excel you can do that too. Microsoft sells a lifetime license of Excel for $179.99/£159.99 (one device). Microsoft Excel features Calculation settings: Excel can use as many, or as few, processor cores as you’d like.Foundry A lot of what Excel does so well hasn’t really changed in years. It’s still a fantastically powerful tool for quick sums right up to complex equations, but one thing I was particularly surprised by is hiding in the settings. That’s because Excel lets you decide how many processor cores on your machine it can use to crunch data, meaning if you want it to run difficult calculations in the background while you do something else, you can tell it to use fewer cores at the cost of it taking longer. It’s a neat trick, although I will say in my testing on an M3 MacBook Air I had no need for turning the cores down. Still, you can take a picture of a printed data table and drop it into your Excel sheet using your iPhone, but in my testing of the Mac version you need to save it as a file first. Microsoft Excel annoyances New from Template: Copilot is absent, but there are plenty of great templates to take the hassle out of using Excel.Foundry Less an annoyance and more a surprising omission, Microsoft’s Copilot features for Excel simply aren’t here on Mac — at least as far as I can tell when digging through. If you’re on Windows, Copilot can help analyze data with its own window, but on Mac there’s no such option. If you don’t need AI, that’s fine, but for the time being that might just help make Numbers a better candidate if you do since it has Apple Intelligence and ties to ChatGPT. Should you buy Excel 2024 for Mac? If you’re not in need of AI and you’re already in the Office365 subscription ecosystem, you’ll find plenty to like in Excel, but it does feel like it’s treading water until Microsoft can port over Copilot.02:53 pmApple Miami Worldcenter store has ‘biophilic’ design, green creds, accessibility features | 9 to 5 MacApple Miami Worldcenter store has ‘biophilic’ design, green creds, accessibility features
We’ve today been given a preview of the gorgeous new Apple Miami Worldcenter store ahead of its opening on Friday morning. The company has highlighted the store’s “biophilic” design, environmental credentials, accessibility features, and multicultural Latin American influence … more…02:52 pmNew UK ID app yet again fumbles tech that Apple has already perfected
In a repeat of how it fumbled its costly and entirely failed COVID app, the UK is ignoring Apple Wallet and will instead develop its own digital wallet for documents such as driving licences.UK ParliamentThe move to digital driving licences, passports, and so on seems so inevitable that Apple has been working on it for years. So it's no surprise that the UK is following the US's lead and implementing the same idea, yet it's not the surprise it should be that the country is going it alone.In the official announcement, the UK government says that it is simplifying digital documents and in doing so to save the equivalent of $55 billion. The UK's economy has yet to recover from 14 years of a Conservative government that split the country from the EU, so saving money is clearly a priority. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:47 pmiOS 18.4 beta is coming soon, here’s when to expect it
Apple is wrapping up its iOS 18.3 beta cycle, and that means one important thing: iOS 18.4 beta 1 is coming soon. Here’s when to expect it to arrive. more…02:30 pmApple Intelligence is cool and all, but this app can do your homework
Get help with math problems, answers to questions and summaries of class lectures with AI homework helper SpeedTutorAI. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:24 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple Miami Worldcenter opens Friday, January 24, in downtown Miami02:22 pmPDX (Portland) on 2025-01-23
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submitted by /u/john_snow_968 [link] [comments]02:00 pmPlex unveils all-new Apple TV app, now available in preview
Plex, the popular media server and streaming app, has a handful of announcements today. The service is adding new discovery and community features for all users and upgraded video streaming quality for Plex Pass users. Perhaps most notable for Apple users, however, is that Plex is expanding its preview of the all-new Plex experience to Apple TV. more…01:57 pmNvidia again passes Apple to become World’s Most Valuable Company. How President Trump and Stargate helped the stock. | Mac Daily NewsNvidia again passes Apple to become World’s Most Valuable Company. How President Trump and Stargate helped the stock.
Nvidia's stock price increased at the beginning of Wednesday's trading session following indications from President Donald Trump… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:48 pmA free upgrade could let Philips Hue and other Zigbee bulbs act as motion sensors
Philips Hue and other smart bulbs based on the Zigbee standard could soon act as motion sensors without the need for any additional hardware. This would mean they could automatically switch on when someone enters a room without using a separate motion sensor. Even better, the new functionality looks set to be added to existing Hue bulbs through an update to the Hue Bridge … more…01:42 pmAccessible Property List file editors
Are there any accessible property list file editors out there?Xcode’s property list editor is not accessible with VoiceOver, Apple’s screen reader, which I use to be able to even use my Mac because I am blind. I know I’m not the first person to raise this issue, but Apple still haven’t fixed this issue and […]01:17 pmU.K. iPhone users will soon be able to store digital licenses and IDs
Macworld In the U.S., it’s possible to store a digital version of your driving licence in Apple Wallet on your iPhone. (Provided your state permits this: currently just 10 do, while a further nine have promised to do so in the future.) But there are few signs of this becoming an option for iPhone owners in the rest of the world. There is some good news on that front for U.K. readers, however, because the British government has announced that it will launch a digital wallet of its own and that it will be possible to use this to store a digital driving licence and other important documents. Granted, this doesn’t have quite the same appeal as a single storage point for all your bank cards, IDs, and tickets. But it’s something—and remember that, in the absence of a national ID card, your driving licence can be used to prove your age when buying age-restricted items both online and in person. Science Secretary Peter Kyle made the announcement on January 21. The wallet app, which will be available for Android as well as iOS, will launch later this year, and the digital driving licence will also be piloted in 2025. Other elements of the scheme may take longer to fall into place, but all government services, ministers insist, will be required to offer “a digital alternative alongside paper or card credentials” by the end of 2027. “Along with CDs, the Walkman and flip phones, the overflowing drawer rammed with letters from the government and hours spent on hold to get a basic appointment will soon be consigned to history,” Kyle said. “GOV.UK Wallet will mean that every letter or identity document you receive from the government could be issued to you virtually.” The government also announced a new GOV.UK app designed to make it easier (and more “in tune with modern life”) to use public services such as reporting lost passports, and plans to use tech in the public sector.01:08 pmOakley smart glasses coming this year; Meta glasses with display to cost $1k
If Ray-Ban Meta glasses are not your style, the company is expected to launch a pair of Oakley smart glasses later this year. These will likely mirror the functionality of Meta’s existing AI glasses, but with very different styling. The Oakley glasses are reportedly based on the Sphaera model, which is primarily aimed at cyclists and other athletes … more…01:00 pmTech Diversity Key To Saving Imperiled Federal Broadband Program: Report
The ITIF called on the Trump administration to reform BEAD to stop favoring overly expensive fiber when low-Earth-orbiting (LEO) satellites could do the same job for less. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.12:38 pmM4 Mac mini review three months later: the perfect headless Mac
Apple's Mac mini with M4 can fit into a lot of use cases, especially because of its new, smaller size, and three months later, it's proven to be one of the most versatile Macs yet.M4 Mac mini reviewRedesigns can be fun and eye-catching, but they don't always lead to fundamental changes in what's possible or desired from a platform. The Mac mini with M4 is an exception, as it is now small enough to slot into some unique use cases.It's not that the previous Mac mini was large by any stretch, and there are certainly smaller desktop-class PCs out there, so a Mac being this small shouldn't be a big deal. Except, portability in Macs is more important than ever thanks to one product in particular — Apple Vision Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:38 pmYou Can Now Share Status Updates Across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp
Meta has announced that it's now possible to add WhatsApp to Accounts Center, the company's hub for managing how user information is used across its platforms. The integration means that users can now adjust their settings from one place and share their status updates across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Meta says the option to link WhatsApp to Accounts Center is completely optional and disabled by default, and that WhatsApp messages and calls remain end-to-end encrypted regardless of whether users choose to add the app or not. From the company's news blog: Our approach for WhatsApp is simple: your account is separate from other apps and no one but you can change that. While adding your WhatsApp to Accounts Center is completely optional and off by default, it can help those who want features to work more seamlessly across apps. For example it’ll be easier to reshare updates from your WhatsApp Status to Facebook or Instagram Stories and show your friends what’s happening in your life without having to post multiple times. You’ll also be able to log back in to your WhatsApp account with a single sign-on, so you can get back into your accounts faster and with fewer steps.The WhatsApp integration into Accounts Center is being rolled out globally over the next few months. Once available, users will find the option in their WhatsApp settings or when cross-posting content across Meta's platforms, such as re-sharing a Status to one of its other apps. Tags: Facebook, Instagram, WhatsAppThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:33 pmiOS 18.2 enables real-time spam and scam blocking in Truecaller app
The Truecaller app has long been able to flag some incoming spam and scam phone calls, enabling you to reject them, but Apple privacy rules prevented the iOS version from working as effectively as the Android one. This means the iPhone would fail to identify many callers that would be flagged on Android phones. A new Apple API in iOS 18.2 solves the privacy problem, and additionally now allows Truecaller to automatically block known spammers … more…Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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