Apple is ‘formally’ working on next year’s OS updates: Here are the code names
Macworld At WWDC24 last month, Apple revealed the new features to its operating systems that will ship later this fall. However, technology is always about moving forward and as Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports, Apple has “formally begun work on 2025’s major operating systems,” even before the OSes that the company just revealed haven’t shipped yet. Gurman states that the OSes that Apple is working on have the following code names: iOS 19/iPadOS 19: Luck macOS 16: Cheer watchOS 12: Nepali visionOS 3: Discovery (Notably missing from the list is tvOS 19, but that doesn’t mean that Apple isn’t working on it. It likely means Gurman didn’t find out that code name.) Sometimes code names have a hidden meaning. For example, Mac OS System 7.5 was code-named Capone (presumably referring to gangster Al Capone) in response to the code name for Windows 95, which was Chicago. And often, companies pick a theme for their code names, such as colors, historical places, or countries. But Apple’s code names for next year’s OSes seem random. But then again maybe not Apple will likely expand on Apple Intelligence features, so maybe there’s an AI connection with “Luck” and “Cheer”–they’ll work so well that you’ll cheer each time you use them, and you’ll feel lucky to have them!  Discovery, well, that could mean a lot of things. Maybe Apple is going to do a big deal with the Discovery channel to make their content a major part of visionOS—or maybe it’ll have a bunch of features that’ll make you feel like you’re an astronaut! Nepali for watchOS 12 is interesting because it’s been reported that Apple uses the names of beaches for its watchOS code names. Lighthouse was the code name for watchOS 10 and there are Lighthouse beaches in California and Florida. watchOS 11’s code name was Moonstone, and there are a few beaches with the same name. I haven’t been able to find a beach named Napali, but there’s Napili Beach in Hawaii, though Apple could be referring to Ngapali (pronounced “Napally”) Beach in Myanmar. In all seriousness, we just don’t know what or even if there’s any meaning behind these code names. Tying them thematically to their features seems like a possibility, but as Gurman notes, “It’s far too early to tell what the actual features will be.” We’ll just have to wait until June 2025 to find out. Apple Watch, iOS, MacOS, Virtual Reality

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I was wrong about the new iPad Pro’s nano-texture display
When Apple announced the new nano-texture display option for the new iPad Pro, I was skeptical. I assumed that nano-texture would cancel out a lot of the benefits of the new Ultra Retina XDR display. But after spending a few weeks with the new nano-texture iPad Pro, I’m happy to admit that I was wrong. The 11-inch iPad Pro with nano-texture is very nice. more…

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The Apple Watch SE 2nd gen is an absolute steal at 25% off
Macworld If you want an Apple Watch right now, get the SE 2nd gen because it’s down to $189 at Amazon. With an MSRP of $249, this is the most affordable this smartwatch has been outside of Black Friday, and we know we’re unlikely to get those same price levels anytime soon. The Apple Watch SE has everything you could want with a friendlier price tag. It can keep you motivated to work out, it can track your activities, it will keep you up to date with all your notifications, and it can even keep you safe through features such as Crash Detection, Fall Detection, and Emergency SOS. The smartwatch takes things a step further by also alerting if of irregular heart rhythms or high heart rate levels. Whatever sports you’re into, it will help track your workouts. Oh, and you’ll even get three months of free access to Apple Fitness+ so you can have even more fun while staying healthy. The watch will also do what every other model does—keep you connected to your smartphone by displaying texts, calls, and music controls. And of course, you’ll get Siri support as well as all of the new watchOS 11 features this fall. Bottom line: You’re only missing out on higher-end sensors (temperature, EKG) and an always-on display. So, whatever situation you’re in, the Apple Watch SE 2nd gen is a fantastic assistant and at this price, it’s a fantastic deal too. The Aple Watch SE 2nd gen is only $189Get it Amazon Apple Watch

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Best cheap VPN Deals: The cheapest VPNs for Mac, iPhone or iPad
Macworld If you want to unblock regional content on streaming services like Netflix, iPlayer, and Prime, or access websites that aren’t available in your region, a VPN is an essential tool. VPN services can also give you online privacy as well as letting you securely connect to open Wi-Fi networks in cafes, hotels, airports and other places. We can help you find the cheapest VPN to suit your needs. Choosing which VPN service to subscribe to can be difficult and this is compounded by the fact that there are so many offers and discounts. That’s where we come in. All of the services you’ll find below are ones we’d use ourselves – and we do so daily. We’ll let you know the latest prices and best deals so you can find the VPN that suites you at the best price. Read How to use a VPN on a Mac for more information, and if you still aren’t sure why you need a VPN read: Should I use a VPN on my Mac/iPhone? Best VPN deals right now All these deals save a significant amount compared to paying for each of these services on a rolling monthly subscription. VPN providers tend to offer year-round discounts, however there are some deals that mean you won’t be locked into a monthly fee, or at least not one that will expire soon. Here are two of the best examples: One of the best deals right now is 88% off Ivacy. It’s for a five-year subscription, but for an up-front payment of $69.99 (approx £56), that works out at $1.17 a month and it will stay at that price for five years. Another deal to take a look at is FastestVPN’s Lifetime plan – which with 93% off makes it an absolute bargain as you pay once and have access to the VPN for life. It’s a one-off $40 (approx £33) and the company says that the full price would be $600. We have plenty more deals below. Note that many of the deals lock you in for a year or two years after which you can end up paying a lot more, so check out the advertised monthly price. We recommend setting a reminder in your calendar to cancel and look for a new deal to replace the one you had at the end of the contract period. Best free VPN There are a few free VPNs on offer but our advice is usually to be very cautious about them. Companies that give stuff away will be making money somehow, and you can’t be sure they aren’t selling your data. One decent VPN that does offer a free tier is Proton VPN (read our review). You can use Proton VPN for nothing, as long as you’re happy with U.S., Japan, and Netherlands as your server locations. It’s also limiting in that you can only connect a single device, and speeds are slower than the paid plans, but the free version is available on all platforms and if you like it you can always subscribe to get the whole package which will unblock a host of features, including an ad and tracker blocker and improved speed of up to 10 Gbit, as well as an expanded 10-device limit. There’s Port Forwarding for downloads and gaming, too, as well as a Kill Switch for disconnecting should the VPN drop out. Get Proton VPN free Best cheap VPNs for Mac We’re reviewed all these services in our round-up of the best VPNs for Mac. Below you will find details of the best deals available currently for each of the major VPN providers – these deals change all the time. Most VPNs cost less than $5/£5 per month, with some less than $3/£3. There are even some free VPNs, but these are usually very limited and could be collecting data about you. The ones we share here are generally around $3/£3 a month or less. Here are our top recommendations for Mac VPNs: NordVPN: The Basic plan is $3.39/£2.69 a month for 2 years + you get up to 20GB free data with a Saily eSIM data gift. Surfshark: This month the Starter plan is $2.19/£1.69 a month for 2 years + 3 free months. CyberGhost: Get 84% off. This month’s deal is $2.03/£1.78 a month for 2 years with four free months. Private Internet Access: Right now this is 86% off. It’s $2.03/£1.57 a month for 2 years + 4 free months. As we said above, just remember to take a note of the renewal date when you start a subscription so that you can cancel it before you get charged the full price. NordVPN Read our review Price When Reviewed: Basic plan from $3.69 a month for two years + 3 free months, $99.63 total. Normally $223.83, 55% off. Best Prices Today: $3.69 at NordVPN Prices change all the time. In July the Basic plan is $3.39/£2.69 a month for 2 years + a Saily eSIM data gift (this gift is up to 20GB of free mobile data on Saily – a global eSIM app). Surfshark Read our review Price When Reviewed: Starter plan from $2.19 a month for two years + 3 free months. Usually $15.45 a month. Best Prices Today: $2.19 at Surfshark Right now the Starter plan is $2.19/£1.69 a month for 2 years + 3 free months. Total $59.54/£46.54, normally $401.70/£319). CyberGhost Read our review Price When Reviewed: $2.03 a month for two years + 2 free months. Usually $12.99 a month. Best Prices Today: $2.03 at CyberGhos In July you can get 84% off. This is $2.03/£1.78 a month for 2 years with four free months. Normally $56.94/£49.92 a year. It’s fully refundable for 45 days, according to the company. ProtonVPN Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $4.49 a month for two years. Usually $9.99 a month. Best Prices Today: €4.49 at Proton Technologies (monthly) There is a free tier of Proton VPN, but if you want a bit more flexibility and a few more features prices start at $4.49/€4.49 a month for two years. Usually $9.99/€9.99 a month. Here are a couple of other cheaper VPNs to consider: hide.me VPN Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $2.69 a month for two years + 2 free months. Usually $9.95 a month. Best Prices Today: $2.69 at Hide.Me Ivacy Read our review Price When Reviewed: From $1.50 a month for 2 years + 6 months. Usually $9.95 a month. Best Prices Today: $1.50 at Ivacy More VPN for Mac, iPad & iPhone deals Top 10 VPN Deals FastestVPN Lifetime plan 1 From: FastestVPN Was: $600 Now: $40 (93% off) View Deal Unlike most VPN deals which are subscriptions for a set number of years, FastestVPN’s is for a lifetime subscription. We asked the company exactly what that meant and were told “we will never terminate their accounts”. And for just $40 – around £30 – that’s unbeatable. FastestVPN has fewer locations and servers than the biggest services, but now has a no-logs audit and unblocks Netflix, Disney+ and BBC iPlayer. Ivacy five-year VPN subscription 2 From: Ivacy Was: $597 / £517.20 Now: $60 / £52.08 (90% off) View Deal Ivacy’s deal is one of the best around, knocking a whopping 90% off the usual monthly price. It’s a five-year subscription that works out at $1 per month, or 80p if you’re in the UK. The up-front payment of $60 / £52.08 is a real bargain, as that’s what most VPN services charge for two years, or even one year. Ivacy offers a great service which supports P2P downloads, unblocks streaming services (including Netflix and Disney+) and, like any VPN service, gives you security when using public Wi-Fi and privacy when browsing the web. You can use it on up to 10 devices at the same time, but even if you use it only on one or two, it’s still one the cheapest VPN services around. PureVPN five-year subscription 3 From: PureVPN Was: $747 ($12.45 per month) Now: $99.95 ($1.67 per month) (87% off) View Deal PureVPN’s five-year deal costs $99.95 (around £80).It sounds a lot, but works out to $1.67 per month (£1.30), and you can use the subscription on 10 devices at the same time, so it’s actually very cheap compared to some. It’s just a matter of whether you want to commit to five years or not.As with all the deals here (and with all VPN subscriptions longer than a month), you pay for the full subscription up front – not per month. Surfshark two-year subscription 4 From: Surfshark Was: $263.76 / £271.13 Now: $59.54 / £55.85 (79% off) View Deal Surfshark is offering 79% off its usual monthly price if you opt for its two-year ‘Starter’ subscription.It’s a good deal overall, even if the two ‘free’ months aren’t actually free at all if you go by Surfshark’s monthly price claims. The UK price above includes VAT, which is the other reason why it’s higher than the price you’ll initially see on Surfshark’s website.Buyers in the US will also have to pay local taxes on top of the price shown above.However, Surfshark is a top VPN service, which doesn’t put a limit on the number of devices you can connect to the service at the same time, and has now had an audit of its no-logs policy, so it’s a better choice than ever before. Private Internet Access two-year subscription 5 From: Private Internet Access Was: $287.76 / £263.76 Now: $56.94 / £43.94 (85% off) View Deal Private Internet Access is offering four free months on top of its three-year subscription. The monthly price shown on PIA’s site counts those extra ‘free’ months as if you paid for then – a cheeky way of making the monthly price look cheaper than it really is. But it’s a good deal overall for this trusted service: it’s one of few VPN services that have made the source code for its apps public so it can be scrutinised. Read our full PIA review for more details. CyberGhost two-year subscription 6 From: CyberGhost Was: $337.74 / £313.63 Now: $56.94 / £59.92 (83% off) View Deal CyberGhost is currently offering a two-year subscription with two extra months free at the end. At this price, it’s a good deal for a VPN service that can unblock a lot of popular streaming services.CyberGhost has apps for Fire TV and Android TV, too, and lets you connect up to seven devices at the same time. It also has thousands of servers around the world.Note that we’ve included UK VAT in the price shown above. NordVPN two-year subscription 7 From: NordVPN Was: $223.83 / £216.76 Now: $80.73 / £77.44 (inc VAT) (63% off) View Deal Right now NordVPN is offering a higher discount than usual, with three free months on top of its two-year subscription. It’s by no means the cheapest VPN service but because it is one of the best out there, it’s arguably worth paying more for. It provides amazing speeds, loads of servers, unblocks streaming services, and has just done a third audit of its no-logs policy.If you’re happy to compromise on features and speeds, you can get a similar length subscription from several other VPN services here for quite a bit less than NordVPN charges. But if you want the best, this is it. Hidden24 two-year subscription 8 From: Hidden24 Was: $72/£119.76 Now: $59.88/£78.96 (20% / 44% off) View Deal Hidden24 is a VPN service with a difference: it doesn’t require an app. It will suit anyone wanting a VPN for absolute privacy as it logs precisely nothing.Your device will need to support a VPN connection natively, but Windows, Android, iOS and macOS all do. Hidden24 is also a great option if don’t want to sign up for a year or two. It’s around half the cost of its rivals if you just want a VPN for a month. Express VPN one-year subscription (3 months free) 9 From: ExpressVPN Was: $155.40/£133.92 ($12.95/£11.16 a month) Now: $99.95/£83.83 ($6.66/£5.59 a month) (49% off) View Deal Get 49% off ExpressVPN, which is one of our favourite VPNs. When you click through to the deal, the monthly cost you see is the average cost when spread over 15 months. How to find the best VPN deal for Mac VPN subscriptions typically work out cheaper if you commit for a year or longer, which saves a lot of money. Prices rarely exceed $6/£6 per month with multi-year subscriptions and are often closer to $2/£2… or even less. Many major VPN providers offer discounts through the year, and sometimes even offer permanent discounts. These discounts can look impressive at first. It’s not uncommon to see a countdown timer telling you when the deal ends – but these are almost always to induce FOMO – the fear of missing out – in order to persuade you to sign up immediately. Large discounts are par for the course with VPN services, especially when you’re subscribing for several years. This makes it all the more important to look into the various providers and what each has to offer, before jumping into a long-term commitment. All VPNs we’ve tested offer cross-device coverage too, so you can use them on your Mac, iPhone, iPad and more. We’ve separately rounded up the best iPhone VPNs and iPad VPNs. Personal Software, Security Software and Services, VPN

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Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV+ in July
Apple TV+ releases a variety of new TV shows and movies every month, usually with a mix of brand new series and old favorites returning with new seasons. In July, however, there’s no such mix. While fans await the return of series like Severance and Silo later this year, this month Apple is focused entirely on new series for your summer enjoyment. Here is everything new coming to Apple TV+ in July. more…

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How to customize and switch iPhone 15 Pro camera focal lengths
One of the exclusive camera capabilities of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max is quickly changing between focal lengths with the main camera and setting your own default. Let’s look at how to customize and switch iPhone 15 Pro camera focal lengths. more…

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Apple’s 13-inch M4 iPad Pro up to $200 off, Apple MagSafe iPhone 15 Clear Case 35% off, Siri smart home gear, more
Monday morning is here and so is a brand new month – the deals are now flying ahead of July the 4th. Apple’s new 13-inch M4 iPad Pro is up to $200 off with entry-level Wi-Fi + Cell configs now at the best prices we have tracked yet. From there, we are tracking new all-time lows on Apple’s MagSafe iPhone 15 Clear Case as well as July the 4th offers on the Siri-equipped ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium package and more. Head below for a closer look at today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals. more…

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ProtonVPN review: Easy to understand, fast, and full of features
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsSimple to useFree planGreat speedConsSetup on macOS was a little fiddlyOur VerdictProton VPN’s free tier, ease of use, and impressive speeds put it right near the top of our VPN recommendations. While setup could have been slightly easier on Mac, it’s a fantastic service that’s well worth a look. Price When ReviewedFrom $4.49 a month for two years. Usually $9.99 a month. Best Prices Today: ProtonVPN Retailer Price Proton Technologies (monthly) €4.49 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket There are a whole host of VPN services out there, but not many of them offer a free tier of membership. That helps to set Proton VPN apart from some of its rivals, and while it’s naturally a very limited membership, it’s ideal for anyone dipping their toe into the ever-shifting world of digital privacy. After all, VPNs are much more common these days than they have been for years, but all the “money back” guarantees in the world pale in comparison to a free trial. We’ll get onto the free version of the Proton VPN shortly, but it’s not just the low price of entry that makes Proton VPN easy to recommend. It also offers a sleek interface with minimal chances of getting lost, all while offering impressive connection speeds and just about enough features to improve your day-to-day web experience without throwing too many complex concepts at new users So, whether you’re looking for true internet privacy, want to see what’s on Netflix in Tunisia, or a little of both, Proton will provide. Features & Apps Advanced Features: Proton keeps its advanced features within easy reach for all users. Advanced Features: Proton keeps its advanced features within easy reach for all users.Foundry Advanced Features: Proton keeps its advanced features within easy reach for all users.Foundry Foundry Let’s kick off with that free version of the Proton VPN then – you can use Proton VPN for nothing, as long as you’re happy with U.S., Japan, and Netherlands as your server locations. Naturally, you can only connect a single device, and speeds are slower than the paid plans, but it’s handy in a pinch or for testing the waters. The free version is available on all platforms, too. If you do opt to go for Proton VPN Plus, you’ll find a whole host of features unlocked, including an ad and tracker blocker and improved speed of up to 10 Gbit, as well as an expanded 10-device limit. There’s Port Forwarding for downloads and gaming, too, as well as a Kill Switch for disconnecting should the VPN drop out. For the best and cheapest VPN deals check out our Best cheap VPN Deals round-up. Secure Core: Secure Core services provide additional protection from prying eyes. Secure Core: Secure Core services provide additional protection from prying eyes.Foundry Secure Core: Secure Core services provide additional protection from prying eyes.Foundry Foundry For privacy-minded individuals, Secure Core could be the reason to upgrade in itself. Secure Core routes traffic through one of the company’s ‘Secure’ servers, minimizing the potential of a data leak if the destination VPN server is compromised. Better yet, it’s as easy as hitting a button in any of the apps. These secure servers are owned directly by Proton. In total, Proton’s servers are located in more than 90 countries, and you can personalize your favorites with a color coding. That means you can instantly recognize them and log straight in, and the menu bar option on Mac means it’s only a couple of clicks away at any time. Speaking of the Mac app, I had some minor issues on setup. Once installed, I was prompted to enable a VPN configuration, but the pop-up led me into System Settings and just left me there. As I’ve been testing these VPNs for a while I was able to work through it, but it’s worth mentioning that newcomers may find the lack of handholding an issue. There is a nifty GIF to push you through the steps, but it actually cut off part of the menu (at least on my screen). Thankfully the company has a detailed walkthrough online, but it’s something to consider. Performance Secure Core does slow traffic, but adds additional peace of mind. Secure Core does slow traffic, but adds additional peace of mind.Foundry Secure Core does slow traffic, but adds additional peace of mind.Foundry Foundry It’s not any good to have all of this flexibility if your internet speeds are throttled too far, but Proton has its bases covered here, too. Proton VPN does increase latency, but only by about 29% in our testing on a modest 60 Mbps broadband. In fact, it’s only about 7% slower when downloading and 5.5% slower when uploading, making it one of the slicker VPNs we’ve tested. In terms of included VPN protocols, Smart will be ideal for most users, automatically setting the right protocol for your current usage, but WireGuard, WireGuard (TCP), IKEv2 and Stealth are all included, too. For my money, leaving it set to Smart is the best way to go, but knowing you can switch to help with compatibility if you need to is a nice backup option. Secure Core servers, because they bounce traffic between at least one additional location, add a little latency, too. It’s worth noting that free users, who have access to limited servers, will see some speed drop – but that you’ll still find it pretty usable. The drop isn’t necessarily facilitated on Proton’s end, it’s just that the free-tier user traffic is all pushed through the same servers. Privacy & Security It’s worth noting that while some VPN services offer features like dark web data notifications, Proton VPN sticks to the basics – and does so very well. The company’s “no-logs” policy confirms it doesn’t track sites, IP addresses, communications, or session lengths, nor does it track location-based information. As for data laws, Proton is Swiss-based, and only Swiss court orders can request data from the company – and the user would need to be informed in such an instance. Since it doesn’t log data, though, there’s very little it can offer to law enforcement should they come knocking. In fact, in 2023, the company received 60 orders, and all were denied (see the Transparency Report for further information). Proton VPN’s apps are open-source, too, meaning they’re able to be taken apart and put back together in the search for vulnerabilities, and a bug bounty helps identify any potential issues, while the site has undergone multiple audits. Pricing and plans As with any VPN, you’ll get a discount on Proton’s offering if you opt for a longer plan. Aside from the free tier, there’s a $9.99/€9.99 monthly cost that drops to $4.99/€4.99 or $4.49/€4.49 for one-year and two-year plans respectively. Proton is Swiss and as such prices in euros rather than pounds for the U.K. market. You can see dollar prices, but you need to scroll to the section about halfway down to switch to U.S. dollar prices. That’s excellent value for money, admittedly, but as we always say, VPN legislation could change at any point and the service you’re happy to be locked into for two years could be useless tomorrow. With that caveat in mind, if you’re interested in Proton’s Mail, Drive, or Pass services as well, the Proton Unlimited plan might be worth a peek. At $12.99/€12.99 a month or $9.99/€9.99 monthly for a year or $7.99/€7.99 monthly for two years, you at least know you’re getting a whole host of additional features included should VPN laws change. The cheapest plan for Proton VPN will set you back €4.49 per month on a two year plan, with a current saving of 55% over the course of the plan. There is a free tier, too, though, as well as a more expensive Unlimited membership that folds in additional Proton services. Verdict Proton VPN is an excellent service, with a pretty impressive free tier for anyone looking to see if a VPN is for them. Backed up by solid speeds and a variety of nifty features, it’s an easy recommendation both for new and experienced users. iOS, MacOS, VPN

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Apple Intelligence said to be coming to Vision Pro, but not HomePod
Apple Intelligence is reportedly in the works for the Vision Pro, but, weirdly, not for the voice-controlled HomePod… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Mechanical gaming keyboard revs up Mac mini rig [Setups]
Today's M1 Mac mini user is a big fan of gaming gear company NZXT, including its slick NZXT Function keyboard. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Amazon's $2,199 M3 MacBook Pro 16-inch deal delivers cheapest price ahead of Prime Day
July deals are here and Amazon has the lowest price on Apple's latest 16-inch MacBook Pro thanks to a $300 price drop.Amazon's best M3 MacBook Pro 16-inch price is thanks to a $300 instant rebate, bringing the cost down to $2,199.99 for the standard model in Space Black. Equipped with Apple's M3 Pro chip that has a 12-core CPU and 18-core GPU, the 16.2-inch model also has 18GB unified memory and 512GB SSD storage, making it a good entry point for students and business professionals alike.Save $300 at AmazonNormally $2,499, Amazon's MacBook Pro deal is at least $100 cheaper than other Apple resellers as the company ramps up its Apple discounts ahead of Prime Day. Continue Reading on AppleInsider

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This is every device that will support Apple Intelligence at launch
Apple Intelligence is one of the most exciting and powerful new technologies Apple is launching this year. It will be available to beta testers this summer, then release publicly this fall—still labeled beta—as part of iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and iPadOS 18. But not all devices that can run those software updates will be compatible with Apple Intelligence features. Here is the full list of devices that will support Apple Intelligence at launch. more…

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Here’s how the M3 Pro compares to Snapdragon X Elite on battery life [Video]
Microsoft is using the new Snapdragon X Elite silicon in its latest Surface laptop (and 2-in-1) hardware. Now PhoneBuff is out with a battery test to see how the M3 Pro MacBook Pro performs against the Surface 7. more…

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Parents will love locking and hiding apps in iOS 18
Parents should pay attention to an iOS 18 feature that allows them to lock apps with Face ID. Keep your iPhone or iPad child-friendly. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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PSA: Time is running out to claim up to $349 from Apple’s iPhone 7 lawsuit settlement [U]
Update: The deadline for class members to submit a claim has been extended to July 3. All other details below still apply. If you owned an iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus that suffered audio issues, your time is running out to claim a portion of Apple’s $35 million class action lawsuit settlement. Apple agreed to settle the lawsuit last year, and the deadline for affected iPhone 7 users to make a claim is fast approaching: June 3. more…

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How to turn your iPad into a portable console display on iPadOS 18 [Video]
I always tell people that iPads, specifically iPad Pros, have the best displays for any tech device. Even dating back to the 2018 iPad Pro, that 120hz ProMotion display was second to none. As we have gotten new iPads, Apple has doubled down on the display by giving us MiniLED with the M1 iPad Pro, and now we have new OLED panels with the new M4 iPads. But aside from using features like Sidecar, you cannot natively use your iPad as a dummy display for other video sources. I am going to show you how. more…

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Future Apple Vision: What to expect from Apple's next headsets
Apple's follow-up to the Apple Vision Pro could improve upon an already pretty solid design. Here's what's been rumored about Apple's continued pushes into Spatial Computing.An Apple Vision Pro at an Apple StoreSince the launch of the Apple Vision Pro at WWDC 2023 and the release of the headset in February 2024, Apple has enjoyed some success with its headset. It's been celebrated for its design and how it can help in industries such as medical care.However, as a $3,500 mixed-reality headset that's still in its first generation, it has also struggled a bit to secure sales. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Cync cabinet lights, Hue table lamp, & Matter remotes on the HomeKit Insider Podcast
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we talk about new devices for the week, including the launch of the GE Cync under cabinet lights, a universal remote, and an IR repeater.HomeKit Insider PodcastAfter first being shown at CES 2024, GE Cync is launching its under cabinet lights. These new features are slim, Wi-Fi enabled, and support the full color spectrum.The GE Sync also supports Matter, making it compatible with Apple Home. They come in 18-inch, 20-inch, and 24-inch sizes plus round pucks to fit a variety of cabinets. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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EU Competition Commissioner Says Apple's Decision To Pull AI From EU Shows Anticompetitive Behavior
Apple's decision not to launch its own AI features in the EU is a "stunning declaration" of its anticompetitive behavior, European Commission Vice-President Margrethe Vestager said. From a report: About two weeks ago, Apple announced it will not launch its homegrown AI features in the EU, saying that interoperability required by the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) could hurt user privacy and security. A few days later, the Commission accused Apple's App Store of DMA breaches. Apple's move to roll back its AI plans in Europe is the most "stunning, open declaration that they know 100% that this is another way of disabling competition where they have a stronghold already," Vestager, the Commission's vice president for a Europe fit for the digital age and Commissioner for Competition, told a Forum Europa event. The "short version of the DMA [Digital Markets Act]" is that to operate in Europe, companies have to be open for competition, said Vestager. The DMA foresees fines of up to 10% of annual revenue, which in Apple's case could be over $32.2 billion, based on its previous financial performance. For repeated infringements, that percentage could double. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Apple has zero interest in offering Meta’s Llama chatbot in Apple Intelligence
Last Sunday, The Wall Street Journal reported that Apple was in discussions to offer Meta’s Llama chatbot as an option alongside OpenAI… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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