Apple Watch Ultra 2 in Black Gets First Discounts for Best Buy Members
Apple yesterday announced a new black colorway for the Apple Watch Ultra 2, which will launch September 20. With this new color, there are a few new configurations of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 available to purchase, and Best Buy has the first discounts available on these models for members. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. If you're a My Best Buy Plus/Total member, you can get $50 off the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 in black. This knocks the price of the watch down to $749.00, from $799.00. Given that membership prices start at $49.99/year, this deal is best for anyone who already has a My Best Buy Plus/Total membership. Note: My Best Buy Plus/Total membership required. $50 OFFApple Watch Ultra 2 (Black) for $749.00 Configurations with the black color include the Black Ocean Band, Dark Green Alpine Loop, Black Trail Loop, and the new Black Titanium Milanese Loop. If you're shopping for the Milanese Loop model, shoppers should note that it's priced at $849.00 with the member discount, down from $899.00. The original natural finish of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 also has a few new band options that are part of Best Buy's discounts. Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 16 Hands-On Videos: See the New 'Camera Control' in Action
Following its event on Monday, Apple allowed selected media and content creators to go hands-on with the iPhone 16 series and other new devices. The iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max are all equipped with a new "Camera Control" button that allows you to quickly launch the camera, take a photo, start video recording, and more. Later this year, Apple says Camera Control will be updated with the ability to automatically lock focus and exposure on a subject with a light press. Below, we have rounded up some iPhone 16 hands-on videos, which offer a closer look at the Camera Control and more. There are also hands-on videos for the Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4, and USB-C AirPods Max. Related Roundups: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 ProBuyer's Guide: iPhone 16 (Buy Now), iPhone 16 Pro (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Releases New Firmware for Apple Pencil Pro
Apple today released a firmware update for the Apple Pencil Pro that launched alongside the iPad Pro models earlier this year. The new firmware has a version number of 0.1.40, up from the prior 0.1.33 firmware. There is no word on what features, fixes, or updates might be included in the new firmware, and Apple does not offer release notes for ‌‌Apple Pencil‌‌ software releases. You'll want to attach the ‌Apple Pencil‌ Pro to your iPad to get it to initiate an update. The ‌Apple Pencil‌ Pro is Apple's newest ‌Apple Pencil‌, and it adds several new features that were not available in prior models like squeeze gestures, barrel roll, haptic feedback, and Find My integration. The $129 ‌Apple Pencil‌ Pro is compatible with the M2 iPad Air models and the M4 ‌iPad Pro‌ models. Tag: Apple PencilRelated Forum: iPad AccessoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Releases New AirPods Pro 2 Firmware With Support for iOS 18 Features
Apple today released a new firmware update for the AirPods Pro 2, including both the Lightning and USB-C versions. The firmware has a build number of 7A294, up from 6F8, and it is available for all ‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 users. Apple has been beta testing this update, but it is launching ahead of when iOS 18 becomes available next Monday. There are multiple features that Apple is adding to the ‌AirPods Pro‌ 2 as part of ‌iOS 18‌, and these features are included in the firmware update. With head gestures, users can control Siri on the ‌AirPods Pro‌ with a shake or a nod of the head. If you get a phone call, for example, you can shake your head no if you don't want to answer it, or nod to accept the call. ‌Siri‌ interactions can be used for responding to incoming messages, calls, and notifications. Apple is adding Voice Isolation to the ‌AirPods Pro‌ to cut down on loud background sounds to make you easier to hear, and there is a new Personalized Spatial Audio feature specific to gaming. Game developers will be able to incorporate spatial audio into their games for a more immersive audio experience. Apple doesn't have a way to manually upgrade AirPods software, but firmware is generally installed over-the-air when the AirPods are in a charging case and connected to an iOS device or Mac. Related Roundup: AirPods ProBuyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Watch Series 10 Has Same Heart Sensor as Series 9
Though there were rumors that the Apple Watch Series 10 would get a new heart and ECG sensor, that does not appear to have happened. According to the technical specifications for the Apple Watch Series 10, it is equipped with a third-generation optical heart sensor, which is the same sensor that was used in the prior-generation Series 9. Apple also made no mention of the heart rate sensor during yesterday's event, and there is no information about any kind of upgrade on the Apple Watch Series 10 product page. The rumor, shared by 9to5Mac, said the alleged upgraded heart sensor would "unlock new features and provide more accurate results." The site said that it would enable sleep apnea detection, but as Apple explained yesterday, sleep apnea detection actually uses the accelerometer. Sleep apnea detection did not require an upgrade to the heart sensor, and it is in fact also being added to the Apple Watch Series 9 and the Apple Watch Ultra 2, both of which have the same third-generation heart sensor as the Series 10. Apple was working on blood pressure monitoring for the Series 10, but the feature was not ready in time for the device's launch. Apple did not introduce health features other than the ability to detect sleep apnea. A new design is the main focus of the Series 10, and it is thinner and lighter than prior Apple Watch models. It does have a new water temperature sensor, depth sensor, Oceanic+ app for snorkeling, and Tides app, which brings it closer in functionality to the ‌Apple Watch Ultra 2‌. There were rumors of improved water resistance that would allow the Series 10 to be used with high-speed water sports up to 20 meters deep, but Apple did not update the Apple Watch Series 10's water resistance. It continues to have a water resistance rating of 50 meters, and while it can be used for shallow-water activities like snorkeling or swimming in a pool, Apple still warns against using it for scuba diving, waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or submersion below shallow depth. The Apple Watch Series 10 models are available for pre-order right now and will begin arriving to customers on Friday, September 20.Related Roundup: Apple Watch 10Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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These Apple Products Are Still Sold With Lightning After More AirPods Switch to USB-C
Apple has been gradually transitioning its products from Lightning to USB-C in recent years. For example, the charging cases for both new AirPods 4 models unveiled this week, and the revised AirPods Max, are now equipped with a USB-C port. In addition, Apple discontinued the iPhone 13 this week, and that device has a Lightning port. The list of Apple devices and accessories that are still sold with the 12-year-old Lightning port or connector continues to shrink, and it is now as follows: iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone SE Magic Keyboard (Mac) Magic Mouse Magic Trackpad First-generation Apple PencilA new iPhone SE with a USB-C port is rumored to launch next year, while the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus should be discontinued next September. The first-generation Apple Pencil will likely be discontinued at some point too, and the Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad trio of accessories for the Mac should be updated with USB-C ports eventually. Beyond legacy cables and adapters, the Lightning era will then finally be over at Apple.Tag: LightningThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Selling Ear Cushions in New Colors for the Original AirPods Max
AirPods Max received a disappointingly minor update this week, to the point that many customers who already own the headphones might not see the value in spending another $549 just for a USB-C charging port and new color options. If you want to change up your AirPods Max at a lower cost, however, ear cushion sets in the new Blue, Orange, Purple, Midnight, and Starlight color options are available to purchase on a standalone basis for $69 on Apple's online store. Apple says the ear cushions are compatible with both the Lightning and USB-C versions of the AirPods Max. This will inevitably lead to some quirky color combinations, such as AirPods Max with a red headband and purple ear cushions. Have fun!Related Roundup: AirPods MaxBuyer's Guide: AirPods Max (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Samsung's Smart Monitor M8 Drops to $499.99 Low Price ($200 Off), Plus More in New Fall Sale
Samsung is hosting a new Discover Samsung sale to celebrate the impending fall season. The popular Smart Monitor M80D is being discounted during this sale, but you'll also find sales on storage, audio, TVs, smartphones, and wearable tech. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Samsung. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Samsung has its new 32-inch Smart Monitor M80D on sale today for $499.99, down from $699.99, which is a second-best price on the monitor. The display retains key features of the previous model, like USB-C charging connectivity, AirPlay 2 support, an integrated webcam, and several smart TV features that enable it to be used when not connected to a PC. $200 OFF32-inch Smart Monitor M80D for $499.99 In terms of new features, the M80D includes a Multi Control feature that allows images and text to be moved between the display and a Galaxy Book, Tablet, or Phone. You can also pair Galaxy Buds to the monitor for a spatial audio experience with head tracking, as well as guided workouts when paired with a Galaxy Watch. Monitors 49-inch Odyssey G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $799.99, down from $1,299.99 34-inch OLED Curved Smart Gaming Monitor - $799.99, down from $1,199.99 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,099.99, down from $1,799.99 55-inch Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,799.99, down from $2,999.99 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,599.99, down from $2,499.99 TVs The Frame TV - Save up to $1,700 70-inch QLED 4K QE1C TV - $989.99, down from $1,799.99 55-inch Neo QLED 4K Smart TV - $1,099.99, down from $1,499.99 55-inch Samsung Neo QLED 4K TV - $1,099.99, down from $1,999.99 65-inch OLED S90C TV - $1,499.99, down from $2,599.99 85-inch Samsung Neo QLED 4K Smart TV - $2,599.99, down from $4,799.99 Galaxy Products Galaxy Z Fold6 - Save up to $1,500 with trade-in credit Galaxy Z Flip6 - Save up to $800 with trade-in credit Galaxy Watch Ultra - Save up to $350 Galaxy Buds3 Pro - Save up to $130 Be sure to visit our full Deals Roundup to shop for even more Apple-related products and accessories.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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AirPods Max Still Lack H2 Chip Following Minor Update With USB-C Port and New Colors
While the AirPods Max were updated this week, some fans of Apple's over-ear headphones have expressed disappointment about the lack of major changes. There are only two changes with the updated AirPods Max: a USB-C charging port instead of Lightning, and new color options, including Blue, Orange, Purple, Midnight, and Starlight. The headphones did not receive Apple's H2 chip that debuted in the AirPods Pro 2 a few years ago, meaning that they will continue to miss out on Adaptive Audio features, and there are no improvements to active noise cancellation either. Apple first released the AirPods Max in December 2020, so the headphones are nearly four years old and continue to have the H1 chip from 2019. The updated AirPods Max can be pre-ordered now and launch on Friday, September 20, with U.S. pricing remaining set at $549. Competing over-ear headphones include the Sony XM5, Sonos Ace, and Bose QuietComfort Ultra, for customers who may consider alternatives after the AirPods Max failed to receive any major changes this week.Related Roundup: AirPods MaxBuyer's Guide: AirPods Max (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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MacBook Pro Won't Switch to OLED Display Next Year, Two Analysts Say
While it has been rumored that the MacBook Pro will eventually get an OLED display, two analysts believe that change won't happen next year. Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and display industry analyst Ross Young today both predicted that the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models will continue to use mini-LED displays in 2025. This lines up with previous rumors that have claimed the MacBook Pro will switch to OLED display technology as early as 2026. Compared to current MacBook Pro models with LCD screens, benefits of OLED technology would include increased brightness, higher contrast ratio with deeper blacks, improved power efficiency for longer battery life, and more. The switch to OLED displays could also contribute to future MacBook Pro models having a thinner design. The next 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips are rumored to be announced in October, with no design changes expected. Apple last redesigned the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro in 2021, and the latest models with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips were released last October.Related Roundup: MacBook Pro 14 & 16" Tags: Ming-Chi Kuo, Ross YoungBuyer's Guide: 14" & 16" MacBook Pro (Don't Buy)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Kuo: Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch SE 3 to Launch Next Year
Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today predicted that an Apple Watch Ultra 3 and an Apple Watch SE 3 will be released in 2025. Nearly a year ago, Kuo predicted that there might not be an Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year, and that prediction appears to be accurate. The only new Apple Watch announced during Apple's event yesterday was the Apple Watch Series 10, while the Apple Watch Ultra 2 received a Satin Black color option and the Apple Watch SE was not updated. All in all, it looks like customers will have to wait until next September for the next-generation Apple Watch Ultra and Apple Watch SE models.Related Roundups: Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Ultra 2Tag: Ming-Chi KuoBuyer's Guide: Apple Watch SE (Don't Buy), Apple Watch Ultra (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Loses Major Tax Dispute in Europe, Must Pay Ireland €13 Billion
The European Union's Court of Justice today said it has confirmed the European Commission's 2016 decision that Ireland had given illegal tax benefits worth €13 billion to Apple from 1991 to 2014. This is a final ruling, so Ireland is now required to recover these funds, which were placed into an escrow account by Apple around six years ago. In 2020, the European Union's General Court reversed the Commission's decision, as it found that the Commission had not sufficiently established that Apple had received preferential treatment in Ireland. On appeal, the Court of Justice has now set aside the General Court's judgment, meaning that the Commission's decision is now upheld. Ireland's government had sided with Apple in its attempt to appeal the decision, but today it said it will "respect" the Court of Justice's findings and recover the €13 billion from Apple that is considered to be illegal state aid. “We are disappointed with today's decision as previously the General Court reviewed the facts and categorically annulled this case," said Apple, in response to the Court of Justice's ruling. "There has never been a special deal," added Apple. "Today is a big win for European citizens and for tax justice," said the European Union's competition chief Margrethe Vestager. The 2016 Decision Following a three-year inquiry, the European Commission in 2016 found that Apple paid between 0.005% and 1% in taxes in Ireland between 2003 and 2014, compared to the country's headline 12.5% corporate tax rate during that period. Here is how Vestager explained the scheme in her remarks today:These tax rulings attributed the bulk of taxable profits - of two Irish subsidiaries of Apple - to stateless "head offices". These head offices existed only on paper. No tables, no chairs, no activities. The profits were thus not taxed anywhere. As an example, in 2011, one of Apple's Irish subsidiaries recorded profits of approximately 16 billion euros. Of these, thanks to the tax rulings, only around 50 million euros were taxable in Ireland. So, this subsidiary paid less than 10 million euros of taxes in Ireland in 2011 - an effective tax rate of about 0.05% of these overall annual profits.At the time, Apple CEO Tim Cook described the accusations as "total political crap," and he said the 0.005% tax rate was a "false number." Ireland's government today said it has already changed its laws regarding the attribution of profits to branches of non-resident companies operating in the country. It said the laws that applied to Apple are no longer in force. Update - 6:09 a.m. Pacific Time: In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission today, Apple said it "expects to record a one-time income tax charge in its fourth fiscal quarter ending September 28, 2024, of up to approximately $10 billion."Tag: Apple-Ireland Tax CaseThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Everything Apple Announced at Today's Event in 13 Minutes
Apple today held the "It's Glowtime" fall event to debut new iPhone 16 models, a new version of the Apple Watch, new AirPods, and more. It took Apple more than an hour and a half to introduce the new devices, but we've recapped everything in a quick 13 minute video for our readers who want a short but detailed overview of what's new. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. We've also rounded up our full event coverage, so make sure to take a look at our articles to avoid missing any key details about Apple's updated devices. iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple Announces iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max with Larger Displays, New Camera Control, and More iPhone 16 Models Can Charge at Up to 25W Using MagSafe iPhone 16 Pro Max Has Longest Ever iPhone Battery Life at 33 Hours iPhone 16 Pro Models Weigh Slightly More Than iPhone 15 Pro Models iPhone 16 Pro Still Starts at 128GB Storage, Maxes Out at 1TB iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Pre-Orders Start Friday, September 13 Here's What the New iPhone 16 Camera Control Button Can Do iPhone 16 Pro Supports JPEG-XL Format iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Have Same Feature Set Aside From Display Size and Battery iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus Apple Announces iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus With Action Button, Camera Control, and More All iPhone 16 Models Support Wi-Fi 7 All iPhone 16 Models Sold Outside U.S. Still Have Physical SIM Card Tray All iPhone 16 Models Equipped With 8GB of RAM for Apple Intelligence Faster mmWave 5G Still Limited to U.S. iPhone 16 Models iPhone 16 USB-C Limited to USB 2, No Change for 16 Pro Either You Can Now 'Get Ready' for iPhone 16 Launch With Pre-Order Setup Apple Watch Series 10 Apple Announces Thinner Apple Watch Series 10 With Bigger Screen Than Ultra Apple Watch Ultra 2 in Black Apple Watch Ultra 2 Gets Satin Black Finish, Titanium Milanese Loop, and Hermès Model Apple Today Announced These Four New Features Are Coming to Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 - No Refresh for Apple Watch Ultra or Apple Watch SE as Apple Focuses on Series 10 AirPods 4 Apple Unveils AirPods 4 With Two Models Featuring Improved Fit, USB-C, and More Software iOS 18.1 Available in October With Apple Intelligence on iPhone 15 Pro and Newer iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and More Launching on September 16 Apple Seeds iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Release Candidates to Developers Apple Seeds macOS Sequoia Release Candidate to Developers Apple Seeds watchOS 11 Release Candidate to Developers Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 18 to Developers Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of visionOS 2 to Developers iOS 18 Has New Option to Pause Video Recording Cases and Accessories Apple Discontinues FineWoven Cases, Offers Silicone and Plastic for iPhone 16 Models Apple's Beats Brand Debuts New Cases for iPhone 16 Lineup Apple's New Powerbeats Pro 2 Will Measure Heart Rate From Your Ears Apple Introduced These Six New Apple Watch Bands and Almost 40 New Band Colors Today Apple Continues to Sell EarPods Following iPhone 16 Event Contrary to Last-Minute Rumor AirPods Pro 2 to Gain Hearing Protection, Testing, and Aid Features Other Announcements Apple Discontinues iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Apple Updates AirPods Max With USB-C Port and New Colors Apple Announces Expanded Satellite Services for UK and Canada The Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4 can be pre-ordered as of today. Pre-orders for the ‌iPhone 16‌ models will start on Friday, September 13. All of the new devices will launch on Friday, September 20.Tag: September 2024 Apple EventThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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You Can Now 'Get Ready' for iPhone 16 Launch With Pre-Order Setup
Following the debut of the iPhone 16, ‌iPhone 16‌ Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max, Apple has started letting customers prepare for pre-orders, which are set to begin on Friday, September 13 at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time or 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. If you plan to buy an ‌iPhone 16‌, you can use the Apple Store app or Apple's website to choose a preferred phone, confirm your status with your carrier, add accessories, choose an AppleCare+ plan, and add a preferred payment method ahead of when pre-orders go live. Payment in full and other payment options are supported. iPhone Upgrade Program members are able to choose their preferred ‌iPhone 16‌ model and complete pre-approval steps that include checking upgrade eligibility, securing credit lines, and confirming shipping details. Apple has offered a "Get Ready" feature for several years now, providing customers with a streamlined way to pre-order their iPhones with the tap of a button. Pricing on the ‌iPhone 16‌ starts at $799, while the ‌iPhone 16‌ Plus is priced at $899. The ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ is available starting at $999, and the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max is available starting at $1,199. Following the September 13 pre-orders, the ‌iPhone 16‌ models will launch on Friday, September 20.Related Roundups: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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No Refresh for Apple Watch Ultra or Apple Watch SE as Apple Focuses on Series 10
Though pre-launch Apple Watch rumors suggested that Apple would update its entire Apple Watch lineup this year, Apple ended up focusing primarily on the Apple Watch Series 10. We didn't get a new Apple Watch SE or a new Apple Watch Ultra 3, with Apple only adding a new color option for the Apple Watch Ultra 2. As late as last Friday, rumors pointed toward refreshes for the standard Apple Watch, the ‌Apple Watch SE‌, and the Apple Watch Ultra. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, for example, said in his Friday "Everything to Expect" article that all three models would get an update. For the first time in two years, the company is preparing to update all of its Apple Watch models at once. There will be a new low-end Apple Watch SE, a mid-level Series 10 model and an Ultra 3. Late last night, Gurman changed his prediction and said that Apple would not introduce an Apple Watch Ultra 3 model, and he suggested there could be a "delay" for a new ‌Apple Watch SE‌. It's likely the addition of a new black color for the Ultra 2 was mistaken for an Ultra 3, as Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also flip flopped on the possibility of a new Ultra model earlier in the year. Though the ‌Apple Watch Ultra 2‌ is Apple's most expensive Apple Watch, the ‌Apple Watch Series 10‌ now has a superior LTPO3 OLED display with wider-angle viewing and a faster S10 chip, plus it gained the previously Ultra exclusive temperature sensor, depth gauge, and Depth app. Apple also released a titanium version of the Series 10, using the material that once made the Apple Watch Ultra unique. The new sleep apnea detection health feature is not a Series 10 exclusive, and it will be available on the ‌Apple Watch Ultra 2‌ and the Apple Watch Series 9, with Apple also bringing the new Tides app to the ‌Apple Watch Ultra 2‌. The changes mean the Ultra 2 and Series 10 are much closer in terms of feature set, though there are still some areas where the Ultra has an edge, such as diving and battery life. The Ultra 2 still has twice the battery life of the Series 10. With the new Apple Watch Ultra color, it's likely we're not going to see a new version of the device until September 2025. As for the ‌Apple Watch SE‌, it's possible Apple could release that earlier, timing it with the iPhone SE 4 launch instead of waiting until September of next year to debut it. Apple discontinued the Series 9 when it introduced the Series 10, so the Apple Watch lineup now includes the Series 10, the ‌Apple Watch Ultra 2‌, and the ‌Apple Watch SE‌.Related Roundups: Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Ultra 2Tag: September 2024 Apple EventBuyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Don't Buy), Apple Watch SE (Don't Buy), Apple Watch Ultra (Don't Buy)Related Forum: Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iOS 18 Has New Option to Pause Video Recording
With iOS 18, Apple is adding a new option that will let you pause a video in the middle of a recording, providing an option for capturing multiple shots in a single video rather than having to start and stop new videos each time. When you start a video in ‌iOS 18‌, you'll see a new pause button on the left side. Pressing it pauses the video, and pressing the button again unpauses. You can still stop a video at any time using the middle stop button. Apple added the new video pausing feature in the ‌iOS 18‌ release candidate that was provided to developers and public beta testers today. It's likely that pausing and recording video will be a feature of the Camera Control button that's included on all of the iPhone 16 models. ‌iOS 18‌ is set to be released on Monday, September 16, while the ‌iPhone 16‌ models will launch on Friday, September 20.Related Roundups: iOS 18, iPadOS 18Tag: September 2024 Apple EventRelated Forums: iOS 18, iPadOS 18This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Have Same Feature Set Aside From Display Size and Battery
There are no major differentiating features between the two Pro iPhone models this year, with Apple aiming for feature parity between the iPhone 16 Pro and the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max. Last year, the iPhone 15 Pro Max was updated with a 5x Telephoto lens that used Tetraprism technology, but the ‌iPhone 15 Pro‌ was limited to 3x zoom. This year, Apple has made improvements that allow both models to offer the 5x Telephoto lens. Some pre-launch ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ rumors suggested that Apple might introduce a new camera sensor that was exclusive to the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max, or a new super zoom feature, but that did not happen. Both models have the same 48-megapixel "Fusion" camera with f/1.78 aperture, as well as the same 12-megapixel Telephoto lens with f/2.8 aperture. Both models were also upgraded with a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera that lets in more light and supports better quality macro photos. With the same camera technology included in both ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ models, the only difference comes down to display size, starting storage capacity, and battery life. The ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ starts at 128GB of storage, while the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max starts at 256GB of storage with no 128GB option available. Both can be upgraded to 1TB of total storage. The ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ has a 6.3-inch display, while the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max has a 6.9-inch display. As for battery life, the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ lasts for up to 27 hours when playing video, while the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max lasts for up to 33 hours. Both of the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ models will be available for pre-order this Friday.Related Roundup: iPhone 16 ProTag: September 2024 Apple EventThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 16 Pro Supports JPEG-XL Format
The iPhone 16 Pro models will support the JPEG-XL file format, according to code found in iOS 18. Compared to JPEG, JPEG-XL has improved compression for smaller file sizes. Apple did not mention JPEG-XL support during today's event, but this feature was rumored ahead of the iPhone 16 launch. It appears that the Pro models will support capturing images in JPEG-XL. Compared to the HEIC format that Apple introduced several years ago, JPEG-XL supports both lossy and lossless compression. HEIC is a lossy format, and while it retains better quality than JPG images, pros will likely prefer JPEG-XL for zero image degradation. HEIC has never gained wide support, which has hindered its usefulness. HEIC will still be available alongside JPEG, JPEG-XL, and other formats.Related Roundup: iPhone 16 ProTag: September 2024 Apple EventThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iPhone 16 USB-C Still Limited to USB 2, No Change for 16 Pro Either
Apple began transitioning to USB-C instead of Lightning with the launch of the iPhone 15 lineup, and USB-C is also used for charging for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models. Apple did not improve connectivity speeds with the USB-C port in any of the new models, maintaining the status quo. The ‌iPhone 16‌ and ‌iPhone 16‌ Plus continue to have USB 2 transfer speeds of up to 480Mb/s, while the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max feature USB 3 transfer speeds up to 10Gb/s. 480Mb/s is the same transfer speed that the Lightning port supported. During today's event, Apple mentioned faster USB 3 speeds when discussing the A18 Pro, which implied that it would be faster than the A17 Pro. It looks like Apple instead was comparing the A18 Pro to the A18 in that instance, ultimately highlighting a feature that was already present in the iPhone 15 Pro models. Despite the confusing wording, technical specifications for the new ‌iPhone 16‌ models suggest Apple has not made changes to any USB-C transfer speeds. Note that taking advantage of the 10Gb/s transfer speeds in the ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 16 Pro‌ Max requires an appropriate 10Gb/s USB-C cable. Apple's iPad Pro models, which also have a USB-C port, support Thunderbolt transfer speeds of up to 40Gb/s. Tag: September 2024 Apple EventThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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First iPhone 16 Carrier Deals Include iPhone 16/16 Pro For Free, $1,000 Off iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple today announced the latest lineup of iPhones, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Pre-orders for these devices begin September 13, and if you plan on ordering from a cellular carrier in the United States, there will be plenty of options for discounts from the major carriers. AT&T is offering the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro at no cost with eligible trade-in, and the iPhone 16 Plus for up to $830 off with eligible trade-in. Finally, the iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available at up to $1,000 off with eligible trade-in. If you plan on signing up for AT&T Fiber you'll also be eligible to get the iPhone 16 Pro Max at no extra cost. AT&T will also have the Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 available for order this Friday, but the carrier hasn't detailed any offers on those devices yet. T-Mobile's offers are nearly identical to AT&T. You can get the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro at no cost when you trade in an old device and purchase the new device on an eligible unlimited plan. Otherwise, you can get the iPhone 16 Plus for up to 830 off and the iPhone 16 Pro Max for up to $1,000 off, both with eligible trade-in on unlimited plans. Additionally, customers can get $200 back for every new line added to a Go5G Next or Go5G Plus plan (up to four times). Families can also get four iPhone 16 models at no cost and four new voice lines for $25/line when trading in four eligible devices. For Apple Watches at T-Mobile, if you buy any new Apple Watch device, you can get $300 off a second model when adding a new watch line to your plan. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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UK SMS Carrier Maintenance – 3 (Hutchison 3G UK Ltd)
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 24, 12:30 - 14:00 PDTSep 17, 03:51 PDTScheduled - The 3 (Hutchison 3G UK Ltd) network in the UK is conducting a planned maintenance from 24 September 2024 at 12:30 PDT until 24 September 2024 at 14:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to and from 3 (Hutchison 3G UK Ltd) UK handsets.

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Planned Maintenance for Flex Insights Historical Reporting
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 21, 19:30 PDT  -  Sep 22, 01:30 PDTSep 17, 02:43 PDTScheduled - The Flex Insights Historical Reporting Team is conducting planned maintenance on Sunday, September 21, 2024, at 07:30 PM Pacific Standard Time. The maintenance window is planned to take up to 6 hours. During the maintenance window, Insights Historical Dashboards will be available, but the most recent data may not be immediately available.

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Unable to submit contact form
Sep 17, 04:58 EDTIdentified - Thank you for your patience and understanding while we are working on a fix for this issue.

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SMS Delivery Delays to Jio Network in India
Sep 16, 23:55 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Jio Network in India. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.

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IAD (Ashburn) on 2024-09-17
Sep 17, 06:31 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Sep 17, 06:27 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2024-09-17 between 06:30 and 10:30 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.

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SIN (Singapore) on 2024-09-19
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 19, 18:00 - 23:00 UTCSep 17, 05:56 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter on 2024-09-19 between 18:00 and 23:00 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.

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CGK (Jakarta) on 2024-09-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 25, 18:00 UTC  -  Sep 26, 00:00 UTCSep 17, 06:06 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in CGK (Jakarta) datacenter between 2024-09-25 18:00 and 2024-09-26 00:00 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.

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SIN (Singapore) on 2024-09-17
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 17, 18:00 - 23:00 UTCSep 17, 05:52 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter on 2024-09-17 between 18:00 and 23:00 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.

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CNI health check failures in Singapore
Sep 17, 04:18 UTCIdentified - Some CNI customers in Singapore may be experiencing health check failures. We are currently putting in place a fix to resolve this issue.

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[DUO19] Duo Authentication Failures
Sep 16, 20:44 EDTIdentified - We have identified an issue affecting authentication on DUO19 and are working to correct the issue as soon as possible. Please check back here or subscribe to updates for any changes.

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Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – MTS
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 18, 21:30 - 22:30 PDTSep 16, 16:23 PDTScheduled - The MTS network in Russia is conducting a planned maintenance from 18 September 2024 at 21:30 PDT until 18 September 2024 at 22:30 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to MTS Russia handsets.

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SMS Delivery Delays to CTBC Network in Brazil for a Subset of Short Codes
Sep 16, 16:06 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to CTBC Network in Brazil for a subset of short codes. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.

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Outbound Degraded Call Audio to Multiple Networks in Colombia
Sep 16, 14:40 PDTUpdate - We are experiencing audio degradation when placing outbound calls to multiple networks in Colombia for a subset of Twilio numbers. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Sep 16, 14:28 PDTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with outbound call audio in Colombia. Our engineering team has been alerted and is actively investigating. We will update as soon as we have more information.

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GRU (São Paulo) on 2024-09-16
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 16, 21:30 UTC  -  Sep 17, 00:00 UTCSep 16, 21:15 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter between 2024-09-16 21:30 and 2024-09-17 00:00 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.

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DUO63: Scheduled Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Sep 18, 04:00 - 05:00 EDTSep 16, 15:29 EDTScheduled - The Duo Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team is scheduling regular maintenance on the DUO63 deployment. The goal of this maintenance is to better balance authentication traffic across all Duo deployments in our continued efforts to provide a high performance and resilient service.We expect minimum user impact since each specific migration window will occur during non-peak times for your organization. Do I need to take action?If your organization has strict IP filtering/firewall rules in place, you should ensure that all Duo IP ranges listed here https://help.duo.com/s/article/1337 and DNS names exist in any filtering rules if firewalls, SSL inspection, or other proxy rules whitelist communication to specific Duo IP ranges. In the event of an outage or failure, Duo’s service could automatically failover to any IP in those ranges. Otherwise, no action is required.How does this migration affect you? During the migration, we expect minimum intermittent authentication failures when users attempt to log in to Duo protected applications.Users may need to retry the authentication or potentially wait a few minutes before attempting another login.After the migration Duo Administrators with the Owner and Administrator role will have their notification settings for the Duo Status Page https://status.duo.com/ adjusted to reflect the new deployment within 24 hours.Duo Administrators with the other roles will need to update their Duo Status Page preferences manually using the steps in https://help.duo.com/s/article/2060. Resources • Documentation: How do I find my StatusPage deployment ID in the Duo Admin Panel and sign up for updates? - https://help.duo.com/s/article/2060* Article: What are Duo's IP ranges and data residency areas by deployment? - https://help.duo.com/s/article/1337* Duo Status Page - https://status.duo.com/For any questions or concerns please email support@duo.com. Thank you for being a Cisco Duo customer! Duo Site Reliability Engineering

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Seasonal Cashier – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Seasonal Cashier - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple

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Beauty Consultant – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Beauty Consultant - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple

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*Apple* Systems Administrator – JAMF – Active Top Secret required – General Dynamics Information Technology (United States)
…**Public Trust/Other Required:** None **Job Family:** Systems Administration **Skills:** Apple Platforms,Computer Servers,Jamf Pro **Experience:** 3 + years of

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Licensed Practical Nurse – Orthopedics *Apple* Hill – WellSpan Health (United States)
Licensed Practical Nurse - Orthopedics Apple Hill Location: WellSpan Medical Group, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Schedule Full Time Monday - Friday Day / Evening

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Medical Assistant – Internal Medicine *Apple* Hill – WellSpan Health (United States)
Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Apple Hill York Location: WellSpan Medical Group, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Full Time Monday - Friday Days General Summary

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Maintenance Supervisor- *Apple* Tree Apartments – KMG Prestige (United States)
…We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our team in Sparta, MI at Apple Tree Apartments who enjoys new challenges, is driven, and leads by example. The ideal

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Licensed Practical Nurse – Internal Medicine *Apple* Hill – WellSpan Health (United States)
Licensed Practical Nurse - Internal Medicine Apple Hill Location: WellSpan Medical Group, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Schedule Full Time Day Monday - Friday General

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Part Time – Student – Blue *Apple* Cafe Worker (Fall 2024) – Pennsylvania State University (United States)
…to enhance your work experience. Student openings are available at the Blue Apple Cafe. Employee meal discount during working hours is provided. Job Duties +

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Sonographer – *Apple* Hill Imaging Center – Evenings – WellSpan Health (United States)
Sonographer - Apple Hill Imaging Center - Evenings Location: York Hospital, York, PA Schedule: Full Time Full Time (80 hrs/pay period) Evenings General Summary

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*Apple* Installer – TEKsystems (United States)
…50 individuals. Experience Required Mandatory: + Extensive and skills on latest Apple devices, including Apple Device setup, configuration, and centralized

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*Apple* SME/Client Experience Manager – US Tech Solutions (United States)
Title: Apple SME/Client Experience Manager Responsibilities * Provides Apple SME guidance to America's technical support team. * Client Experience manager

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Operations Associate – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Operations Associate - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple

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Endpoint Systems Engineer ( *Apple* Platforms) – SpaceX (United States)
Endpoint Systems Engineer ( Apple Platforms) at SpaceX Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is

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Support Mobile Engineer-Android/ *Apple* – General Dynamics Information Technology (United States)
…Trust/Other Required:** NACI (T1) **Job Family:** Systems Engineering **Skills:** Apple Devices,Device Management,Mobile Device Management (MDM) **Experience:** 10 +

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Omnichannel Associate – *Apple* Blossom Mall – JCPenney (United States)
Omnichannel Associate - Apple Blossom Mall Location:Winchester, VA, United States (https://jobs.jcp.com/jobs/location/191170/winchester-va-united-states) - Apple

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