Deals: Jet Black Apple Watch Series 10 $376, black Milanese Loop all-time low, Mac keyboards 30% off, more
Your Friday edition of the day’s best deals on Apple gear and accessories starts off with ongoing pre-order offers on the new iPad mini 7, but we also spotted a new low on the Apple Watch Series 10 in Jet Black alongside the best price to date on Apple’s new . From there, we move over to a frankly wild discount on the official iPhone 16 Camera Control cases that are now starting at just $25, these gorgeous Satechi backlit Apple-style keyboards at 30% off, a deep deal on iPhone 15 Pro, and more. Scope it all out down below.  more…

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Apple axes Powerbeats Pro ahead of major refresh coming next year
Apple has just discontinued its Powerbeats Pro wireless headphones. They are no longer available from the Apple Store and have been removed altogether from Beats’ own website. But it’s not all bad news: a major refresh is still coming soon. more…

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Video editor keeps vocals clear with Maono dynamic microphone [Setups]
Armed with a Maono PD200X dynamic microphone, this MacBook Pro-wielding video editor adds clear vocals to his YouTube videos. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Some iPhone 16 users see excessive iOS 18 battery drain
Some iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro users are reporting significant and unexplained battery drain, sparking concern across online forums… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iPad mini 7 brings 34% performance boost
Expect outstanding performance from the new iPad mini 7. Early benchmark scores demonstrate a significant boost in CPU speed. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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How to change the iPhone used with iPhone Mirroring
The macOS 15 Sequoia software and iOS 18 updates make controlling your iPhone from your Mac possible — but it can be confusing on how to select from multiple iPhones. Here's how to do it.iPhone Screen Mirroring is available on macOS 15 Sequoia and iOS 18.We're big fans of being able to use a mouse and keyboard to control iPhone apps, but what if you upgrade to a new iPhone you might find that your Mac still tries to connect to your old one. Don't worry, switching iPhones is easy and we're going to run through how right here. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Save more than 70% on our favorite VPN with NordVPN’s Black Friday sale
Macworld If you’re looking for a VPN to keep your browsing safe and secure, our top pick is NordVPN, which offers an excellent combination of speed and safety features. And now it’s cheaper than ever for Black Friday: You can lock in 27 months of NordVPN for just $96.93/£72.63 ($3.59/£2.69 a month) if you sign up for a two-year plan with three extra bonus months. The basic plan is probably good enough for most people, but you can also get the Plus plan, which adds anti-malware protection and ad blocking for $4.49/£3.49 a month ($121.23/£94.23), or the Ultimate plan, which includes a terabyte of encrypted cloud storage for $6.49/£5.29 a month ($175.23/£142.83). You’ll need to pay the full cost upfront and after the promotional period ends, the price will jump 70 percent. So you might want to put a reminder in your calendar to switch in two years time. NordVPN is fast and reliable with 5,300 servers across 60 countries and a Quick Connect feature that picks the server best suited to your needs. You can connect up to 10 devices simultaneously including your Apple TV for popular streaming services around the world including Netflix and BBC iPlayer. As we wrote in our 4.5-star review, “NordVPN is a fully featured VPN option that’s secure, easy to use, and unbelievably fast compared to its competitors.” We loved the ability to quickly switch between connections on the fly, as well as its simple interface. So go grab this deal and don’t worry about your VPN until 2027. For more information about VPNs and other options, check out our roundup of the best VPNs for your Mac.

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Today in Apple history: iPad sales overtake Macs
Six months after the iPad debuts, Steve Jobs reveals that Apple's tablet is already outselling Macs. But iPad sales don't impress analysts. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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Lowest price ever: Code with Microsoft Visual Studio Pro, on sale for just $30
Individual coders and development teams alike can benefit from this Microsoft Visual Studio Pro sale. Get lifetime access for only $29.97. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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UK retail sales rise unexpectedly on strong iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods demand
UK retail sales rose unexpectedly on demand for consumer tech including new iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods models… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iPad mini 7, Apple Vision Pro 2, and another executive leaves Apple, on the AppleInsider Podcast
This week saw the surprise release of a new iPad mini, and the predictable criticisms of it, plus more rumors of the future of the Apple Vision Pro.The new iPad mini with A17 ProWe've been enjoying "Submerged" on the Apple Vision Pro — and AppleInsider has two ex-Navy people who relished it. But then after you take off the all-encompassing, all-surrounding displays of the Apple Vision Pro, there was a somewhat smaller release from Apple.For this week saw the unexpected release of the new iPad mini 7. If you're an iPad mini fan, you were delighted and excited. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Ted Lasso season 4 sets January start date as we await Apple TV+ announcement
It’s been a fun week for fans of Bill Lawrence-created shows on Apple TV+. The new season of Shrinking debuted, then immediately got a season 3 pickup. Lawrence shared that Bad Monkey is planned out for three seasons. Now, Apple TV+ has set the date for when filming of Ted Lasso season 4 begins. more…

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Put Apple Park right on your Mac or iPad display [Apple wallpapers]
Basic Apple Guy put out a great selection of Apple Park wallpapers so you can put the iPhone giant's HQ on your Mac or iPad display. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)

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US TSMC probe puts iPhone chips at risk
A US Commerce Department investigation into a possible sanctions breach by TSMC could spell trouble for Apple, as its chip partner could face penalties that ultimately harm production of iPhone and Mac chips.A TSMC factory sign - Image credit: TSMCThe United States placed sanctions against Huawei in 2020, blocking the company from accessing components from US companies without approval from the Commerce Department. This also prevented Huawei from using chips made with US-sourced equipment, a restriction that may now cause problems for TSMC, and by extension, Apple.The US Commerce Department contacted TSMC in early fall, a source of The Information claims, to query if the chip maker was involved making smartphone chips or AI chips for Huawei. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Best iPad VPN 2024
Macworld A VPN is an essential tool for iPad users wanting to access streaming services in countries where they don’t exist (such as HBO Max in the U.K. or BBC iPlayer in the U.S.) or to watch content that isn’t available where you are on services like as Disney+, Netflix, or Amazon Prime. While this is likely to be against the terms and conditions of these services, if you are paying to watch the content it’s got to be better than piracy. If you’re traveling abroad and missing out on your favorite shows you can use a VPN to connect to a server in your own country and carry on watching as if you were at home. Plus, when you’re browsing the web using your iPad, your online activity is visible to your internet service provider (ISP), your government, and potentially others. But because a VPN changes your real IP address for a different one and encrypts the data going to and from your iPad, it makes it practically impossible to spy on you. The new IP address can make it appear that you’re located somewhere else in the world. That could be in the same country, or it could be halfway across the globe. Updated October 2024 with reviews of ClearVPN, Private Internet Access and PureVPN. PROMOTION Black Friday Deal: Up to 74% off NordVPN + 3 extra months! Upgrade your online security and privacy with NordVPN. Shield your online traffic. Choose from 5,800+ global servers for blazing speeds. Block web trackers, annoying ads, and unsafe websites. Try NordVPN risk free with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Get the Deal Best iPad VPN: Reviewed & Ranked We’ve tested many VPN services on Macs and also iPhone VPNS, but these are our recommendations for iPad owners. Below you will find the VPN services for iPad that we recommend based on our tests. Most of these cost less than $3/£3 per month if you sign up for a one- or two-year deal. However, once that deal period ends the price can jump, so it’s worth setting a reminder to shop around a month before your subscription runs out so you can search for a better deal, alternatively, you might be able to cancel and sign up with another email address. You may be able to save money if you take a look at our round-up of the best VPN deals. NordVPN Pros Lots of servers around the world Impressive speeds Independently audited Cons Not the cheapest option Connections aren't unlimited Price When Reviewed: Basic plan from $2.99 a month for two years + 3 free months. Usually $12.99. Basic 2-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$2.99 a monthBasic 1-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$4.59 a monthBasic Monthly Plan$12.99 a month NordVPN is easy to use and one of the fastest VPNs around and shouldn’t slow down your internet connection. It’s an excellent choice for iPad owners. The map view is fun to use on a screen larger than your phone’s, and it connects you swiftly to one of Nord’s thousands of servers (there are 5,300 in total across 60 countries, which means you can always find a server in the location you need that isn’t overloaded). It unblocks many services, including Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ and BBC iPlayer. It also ticks the privacy box, having carried out four audits, most recently in January 2024. It features a kill switch, which is important to keep your data and location hidden if the VPN connection stops unexpectedly. Based in Panama, it’s outside of the jurisdiction of the ’14-eyes’ (a group of countries that have agreed to collect, analyze and share information).  You can connect up to six devices to NordVPN at once, and there are also apps for iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows and Amazon Fire TV. You can get great discounts by signing up for a couple of years. See the deals on NordVPN’s website. Read our full NordVPN review Surfshark Pros Unlimited devices and connections Multi-Hop servers Security features and audited no-logs policy Cons Kill switch can’t be customised Price doubles on renewal Price When Reviewed: Starter plan from $1.99 a month for two years + 4 free months. Usually $15.45 a month. Starter 2-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$1.99 a monthStarter 1-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$2.99 a monthStarter Monthly Plan$15.45 a month Surfshark is an easy-to-use and intuitive VPN with a slick iPad app that has more features than you might expect given the low price. The service now has more than 3,200 servers across 100+ countries but, importantly, lets you watch Netflix shows, BBC iPlayer and other streaming services that aren’t normally available in your region. You’ll find security features including a kill switch and Multi-Hop, which routes your connection through two countries instead of just one. It’s run from the Netherlands which is privacy-friendly, has a strict no-logs policy, uses two-factor authentication (2FA), and is one of the members of the VPN Trust Initiative. Despite the low monthly cost, just beware that the price increases substantially on renewal–a gotcha with quite a few VPN services and one that’s easily missed when signing up. Our advice is to cancel before it renews and sign up for a new deal. It really is one of the best VPNs around, and also one of the fastest thanks to the use of the WireGuard protocol. See the current deals on Surfshark’s website and read our Surfshark review for more details. Read our full Surfshark review ExpressVPN Pros Simple to use on all platforms Big focus on privacy and transparency 105 countries Cons A little barebones Price When Reviewed: From $6.67 a month for one year + 3 free months. Usually $12.95 a month.. 1-Year Plan (+ 3 free months)$6.67 a month6-Month Plan$9.99 a monthMonthly plan$12.95 a month Also among our favourite VPNs for the iPad is ExpressVPN, which has 105 country options and a network of more than three thousand servers. ExpressVPN unblocks more video services than rivals. It claims to reliably unblock over 200 streaming service and also gives you a backup option – the MediaStreamer proxy service – if you find that the VPN isn’t unblocking at the exact moment you want to watch. It bills itself as the premium option, and justifies this partly with the long list of video services it works with. There is also 24/7 live chat support and Threat Manager blocks traffic from websites known to be malicious. There’s also an ad blocker and an adult site blocker. You can expect fast speeds thanks to its proprietary Lightway protocol and privacy is good thanks to the TrustedServer setup (where the software runs entirely in RAM and doesn’t save any data to the hard drive). The company is registered in the British Virgin Islands, a self-governing territory that isn’t subject to British laws. It operates a no-logs policy. As well as using it on your iPad, there are also apps for iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows, Fire TV and more. There’s a limit of eight devices at once (up from 5 previously). While not the cheapest, ExpressVPN does run discounts, with the best deal being the one-year subscription, which is almost half-price. Read our full ExpressVPN review ProtonVPN Pros Simple to use Free plan Great speed Cons Set up is a little fiddly Price When Reviewed: From $4.49 a month for two years. Usually $9.99 a month. 2-Year Plan$4.49 a month1-Year Plan$4.99 a monthMonthly$9.99 a month ProtonVPN’s free tier of membership sets Proton VPN apart from some of its rivals. It’s limited, with US, Japan, and Netherlands as the server locations and some speed drop – but it’s usable If you subscribe, it offers a sleek interface, impressive connection speeds and more than enough features, without throwing too many complex concepts at new users.  Proton VPN Plus features include an ad and tracker blocker and speed of up to 10 Gbps, as well as a 10-device limit. There’s Port Forwarding for downloads and gaming, and a Kill Switch for disconnecting should the VPN drop out. The company offers a “no-logs” policy – meaning it doesn’t track sites, IP addresses, communications, or session lengths, nor does it track location-based information. Proton is Swiss-based, so only Swiss court orders can request data from the company, but since it doesn’t log data there’s very little it can reveal. Secure Core, routes traffic through one of the company’s ‘Secure’ servers, minimizing the potential of a data leak. There secure servers owned by Proton in more than 90 countries. Proton VPN does increase latency, but only by about 29% in our testing on a modest 60 Mbps broadband. It was only about 7% slower when downloading and 5.5% slower when uploading – one of the slicker VPNs we’ve tested. Of the included VPN protocols, Smart will be enough for most users, automatically setting the right protocol for your current usage, but WireGuard, WireGuard (TCP), IKEv2 and Stealth are also offered. 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 VPN is an easy recommendation both for new and experienced users. You can sign up for Proton VPN here. Read our full ProtonVPN review Private Internet Access Pros Impressive WireGuard speeds Dedicated downloading and streaming servers Independent audit Cons No split tunneling Price doubles on renewal Price When Reviewed: From $2.19 a month for two years + 2 free months. Usually $11.99 a month. 2-Year Plan (+2 free months($2.19 a month6-Month Plan$7.50 a monthMonthly plan$11.99 a month Private Internet Access (PIA) is designed for savvy users, with power user tools and features such as custom DNS, connection rules, split tunnelling. Despite this is come in at a lower cost than many competitors. The app offers servers in 91 countries. In my testing, the auto setting did a good job of picking servers that balanced speed and privacy. The main window provides information on performance, download and upload speeds, and quick settings for things like Port Forwarding and LAN connections. PIA also offers customizable features like automation setup and DNS options.  While you can use PIA for getting around geoblocked content on your streaming services, PIA’s main focus is privacy, with features like the Advanced Kill Switch, Split Tunnelling, port forwarding, and Multi-Hop server obfuscation. Its zero-log policy has been verified by Deloitte Audit Romania. Private Internet Access can’t beat the speeds of NordVPN and Surfshark, and its stablemate CyberGhost VPN offers more impressive speeds, but at the cost of some power features. In our testing, we saw a reasonable drop of around 8% while using the PIA VPN. Upload speeds dropped considerably– by around 25%, which may be an issue if you do a lot of uploading.  Despite inconsistent speeds, Private Internet Access is a great VPN for all budgets with a wealth of features for privacy-inclined users. You can sign up for Private Internet Access here. Read our full Private Internet Access review ClearVPN Pros Impressive WireGuard speeds Dedicated downloading and streaming servers Independent audit Cons No split tunneling Price doubles on renewal Price When Reviewed: Three day trial. Currently $49.99 a year ($4.16 a month), usually $119.88 a year ($9.99 a month). 1-Year Plan$44.99 a yearMonthly Plan$9.99 a month MacPaw’s ClearVPN lacks some of the advanced features offered by other services, but it’s one of the easiest VPNs to use. It’s thoughtfully designed for VPN newcomers: you need only hit a button to connect. It’s all pretty basic stuff, but we think those new to VPNs will appreciate the simplicity. There are options to block ads and a Kill Switch to automatically cut traffic from your device if the connection to the VPN is broken. ClearVPN can grant access to more than 50 servers, which sounds like a lot, but thats a fraction of what’s offered by rivals. But you only really need a server in the country you want to be surfing, so it may not matter. One common power user feature offered by VPNs is split tunneling, which lets some traffic go through the VPN while some goes around it. That’s not supported by ClearVPN.  MacPaw’s VPN speeds aren’t as good as the competition. We saw speed drops across multiple servers – even ones close to us. We saw drops of around 20 to 30 percent in download speed, and around 50 percent for upload speed. It’s still fast enough to use Netflix though. Most VPN companies use external auditors to verify that they’re not recording user or session data. ClearVPN hasn’t undergone one at the time of writing. This shouldn’t mean anything untoward as the company is headquartered in Ukraine, which falls outside of various surveillance alliances, so it can’t be asked to share your data. ClearVPN is priced affordably, but prices and the deals on offer change all the time with VPNs so look out for low monthly prices that don’t lock you in for too long. There’s a six-device limit that can include Macs, iPhone and iPads.  If you’re new to using a VPN service, ClearVPN makes a compelling case to be your first choice., and stress-free access to Netflix around the globe, it’s a great starter option. Still, the speed drop and lack of common features like split tunnelling likely mean power users should look elsewhere. You can sign up for ClearVPN here. Read our full ClearVPN review PureVPN Pros Impressive WireGuard speeds Dedicated downloading and streaming servers Independent audit Cons No split tunneling Price doubles on renewal Price When Reviewed: From $3.99 a month for one year + 4 free months. Usually $12.45 a month. A 5 year deal is available from $2.16 a month. 1-Year Plan (+ 4 free months)$3.99 a month5-Year Plan$2.16 a month1 Month Plan$12.95 a month If you’re want a VPN service that will get around geoblocking and is easy to use, PureVPN is a good option. The basic plan only includes the VPN service, but the Plus plan adds a Password Manager and File Encryption tools. The Max plan adds a Digital Privacy Manager that recommends ways to maximize your privacy. Whichever plan you opt for you’ll be able to connect 10 devices at once. PureVPN will run on your iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV, and is easy to use on each to let you connect to over six thousand servers. As far as getting around geo-blocks, we found PureVPN to be as easy as any other service to use. Select a location, load your streaming service or app of choice, and you’re off. PureVPN now registered in the British Virgin Islands, which is more privacy-friendly than Hong Kong where it was previously. PureVPN offers one of the more impressive no-logging policies, with an ongoing audit process that means auditors can request confirmation of the no-logs policy at any time. PureVPN has been winding down its virtual servers, of which it has less control. There are still 23 such servers, but PureVPN is transparent about which servers are virtual and which are physical – you can see a small ‘v’ next to each virtual server on the PureVPN website. You can sign up for PureVPN here. Read our full PureVPN review CyberGhost Pros Impressive WireGuard speeds Dedicated downloading and streaming servers Independent audit Cons No split tunneling Price doubles on renewal Price When Reviewed: $2.19 a month for two years + 2 free months. Usually $12.99 a month. 2-Year Plan (+ 4 free months)$2.19 a month6-Month Plan$6.99 a monthMonthly Plan$12.99 a month CyberGhost is really easy to use and one of the least-expensive services when you sign up for a couple of years.  CyberGhost has more than 7,000 servers across 90 countries, so you’re bound to find a connection that suits your needs. CyberGhost allows seven simultaneous connections. Of potentially more interest to most people is the fact it’s pretty reliable for unblocking streaming services. It unblocks Netflix, Disney+, HBOMax, Amazon Prime and others. CyberGhost even provides a streaming list so you can choose the best server to unblock specific streaming services on specific devices. CyberGhost is based in Romania, which is good for privacy. Deloitte has audited CyberGhost’s privacy claims and found no issues. With support for WireGuard, CyberGhost offers speedy connections and one subscription allows you to use the service on up to seven devices at once. You can sign up for CyberGhost here. Read our full CyberGhost review For more advice about accessories and software for your Mac, iPad or iPhone see all our Best Picks. Do iPads need a VPN? You might be wondering if iPad users even need a VPN. Since Apple introduced iOS 15, iPadOS 15 and macOS Monterey in 2021 the company has offered iCloud Private Relay to iCloud subscribers, which is a little like a VPN. iCloud Private Relay encrypts your Safari-based browsing and sends it through a relay to hide your location, IP, and any information about what you were browsing. iCloud Private Relay means that companies cannot build a clear picture of you on the web, thereby protecting your privacy. You do need to be a subscriber to iCloud, and only use Safari, but iCloud Private Relay will provide you with some anonymity when you are surfing the web. However, iCloud Private Relay only works when you are using Safari, requires a subscription to iCloud, and it won’t allow you to surf via a server in another country in order to access content that is locked to a particular region. iCloud Private Relay does not allow you to choose an IP address or a region, and you won’t be able to make it look like you’re coming from another location. So you can’t watch geographically locked Netflix content, for example. You can also learn how to use a VPN on iPad once you’ve chosen a service. For more information on the legalities and whether it is safe to use a VPN read: Is a VPN safe for iPad? If you’ve still got some questions and want to find out more, read what is a VPN and are VPNs legal?

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Half of Americans have forgotten to cancel a trial subscription
A new survey reveals that almost half of Americans have forgotten to cancel a trial subscription. It also corroborates earlier findings that we’re now spending around $1,000 a year on subscription services. The survey comes as the FCC announced new rules ensuring that companies can’t use deceptive practices to hook us into taking out subscriptions, nor make it hard to cancel them … more…

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iPhone 16 sales in China are surprisingly great, despite Apple Intelligence uncertainty
Ahead of Apple’s quarterly earnings later this month, we’re getting a better picture of how the iPhone 16 line is selling—and it looks very good. The latest evidence is a report on sales in China, where Apple is seeing big launch numbers despite uncertainty around its Apple Intelligence rollout. more…

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This powerful MagSafe-ready iPhone power bank is just $26 today
Macworld While it’s true that iPhones have excellent battery life, it never hurts to have a power bank in your bag so you can recharge on the go. Today’s deal is a great one: The Baseus Magnetic power bank is on sale for $25.59 at Amazon, down from its usual $40, but only if you have a Prime membership. (If you’re buying two or more you save even more with the on-page promotional codes.) The power bank has a 10,000mAh capacity, which should give you about more than one full charge for whatever iPhone you’re using. This Baseus model was built to support up to two devices at once, so you can use the 7.5W wireless charging by placing your device on the power bank and the 10W wired charging by plugging in the USB-C cable. The cool thing about this model is that it comes with a foldable kickstand, so you can even prop your phone on it so you can continue using it. It also boasts a strong magnet so your phone will stay in place. In our review of the model with a built-in USB-C cable, we praised the design and performance, and speedy wired charging. So forget your charging woes and go get yourself a magnetic portable power bank from Baseus for a mere $25.59 at Amazon. Charge your phone on the goBuy it now at Amazon

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Apple’s new iPhone sales in China surge 20% in first 3 weeks – Counterpoint
Apple's new iPhone sales surged 20% in China during initial three weeks year over year, research firm Counterpoint reports… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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'Ted Lasso' season 4 confirmed in industry listings
The first concrete evidence of Apple TV+ breakout hit "Ted Lasso" returning for a new season has surfaced in a production database.Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso — image credit: AppleIt was the show that made Apple TV+, and it was the show that even Tim Cook hoped would return for a further season after it appeared to conclude in 2022. Now following first rumors of the cast being contracted for a return, the show has appeared in a TV industry listing.The Production List, maintained by the Film & Television Industry Alliance (FTIA) has now added "Ted Lasso (Season 4) to its list of shows in production or development. Most details are redacted in the publicly-viewable version, but it says that shooting is to take place in London and unspecified locations in the United States. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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TSMC may have breached US sanctions; Apple chip production could be at risk
The US Commerce Department is carrying out an investigation into whether Apple chipmaker TSMC breached US sanctions against China by supplying smartphone and AI chips to Huawei. The probe was in part driven by Huawei’s surprising ability to resume competing with iPhones. If found guilty, TSMC could potentially face sanctions which might interfere with its ability to produce future Apple chips … more…

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First iPad mini 7 benchmarks reveal upgraded RAM and more
Apple announced a new iPad mini on Tuesday, powered by the A17 Pro chip with support for Apple Intelligence features. The first new iPad mini orders are set to arrive to customers next week, but early benchmarks have now surfaced on Geekbench. These results confirm that the latest iPad mini features 8GB of RAM, and give us a glimpse at the performance of the binned A17 Pro chip inside. more…

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∞ The Dalrymple Report: Watch Charging Stands, iPad mini 7, Submerged
Dave and I talk about his new Apple Watch Series 10 and specifically how he charges the device. With the new version, Apple Watch seems to have changed the recognition of some stands on the market. Apple released a new iPad mini 7, so we take a look at its features and what we like. A new trailer of "Submerged" was released for the Vision Pro this week. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/DALRYMPLE. Terms and conditions apply. Show Notes: iPad mini 7 iPad Mini 7 Has These 6 Smaller Changes Does this mean no Mac event Apple expands tools to help businesses connect with customers Apple drops Apple Vision Pro trailer for "Submerged" Shows and movies we're watching Most watched television shows

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Apple strong passwords aren’t entirely random, but are cleverly designed
Whenever an Apple device generates a strong password for you, the structure of those secure passwords isn’t entirely random. Instead, Apple created rules specifically designed to make them easier to type if you ever have to do that manually, and to make them briefly memorable … more…

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All smartphones will have to be compatible with all Bluetooth hearing aids
The FCC has announced new requirements for all smartphones to be compatible with all Bluetooth hearing aids, and one quirky impact is that this will include AirPods Pro 2. It will also require iPhones to support all Bluetooth hearing aids, not just MFi ones … more…

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Belfast Apple Store opened today, on the island of Ireland
The latest Apple Store opened today in Belfast, Northern Ireland – with local schoolchildren getting access to it ahead of the opening. The location of the store is carefully described as being “on the island of Ireland” rather than “in Ireland” … more…

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How the iPhone 16 Pro Max has made me a believer in annual upgrades
Macworld Every September, a not-insignificant chunk of iPhone coverage expresses how the newest iPhone is basically a replica of its predecessor—and that’s true to some extent. Smartphones have matured for the most part, and there’s only so much a phone maker can do. This results in a mix of incremental upgrades and unnecessary additions made for the sake of change. However, while small tweaks are generally perceived as boring, they can actually be quite impactful—and the iPhone 16 Pro Max reflects that. Having upgraded from an iPhone 15 Pro Max, I don’t regret buying 2024’s flagship one bit. Here’s why. The camera’s got serious Style The Camera Control button is the iPhone 16’s most significant hardware introduction. While in theory, it’s a handy addition that should simplify adjusting camera settings and shooting, I’m yet to get over its unintuitiveness and manage to integrate it into my photo sessions. To me, the most remarkable camera upgrade this year has been a new software feature: the next-gen Photographic Styles. As a Lightroom enthusiast, Photographic Styles 2.0 is exactly the kind of color magic I need for casually editing everyday shots without spending a lot of time or effort. There are a total of 15 options (including the default), with each applying a distinct vibe that alters the photo’s tones, warmth, hues, and more. Photographic Styles 2.0 is one of the best iPhone camera features in years. Photographic Styles 2.0 is one of the best iPhone camera features in years.Foundry Photographic Styles 2.0 is one of the best iPhone camera features in years.Foundry Foundry The great thing about Apple’s new Photographic Styles is that they are non-destructive. Unlike the first-gen implementation of the feature, you can shift between different “filters” after shooting, and the effects are all reversible. You can also make relevant edits on the larger display of a Mac or iPad if you find your iPhone too small. Unlike the Photos app’s legacy filters, there are several adjustments you can make to each Photographic Style—beyond increasing or decreasing its amount. This lets you control the tone, color, and palette for each photo based on its individual shades, atmosphere, subject, etc. Despite the concept being relatively basic, the effects truly help users bring out the best in their photos. Other iPhone 16 Pro Max camera upgrades include the 48MP ultra-wide lens for improved macro shots and support for 4K video recording at 120 fps with audio mixing. Both additions are nice to have, and together with Photographic Styles 2.0, the iPhone 16 Pro Max has been a serious upgrade to my workflow. A redesign where it matters Over the past several years, the iPhone hasn’t changed much about the way it looks. Instead, Apple has made small changes over multiple years, and this year’s Pro Max update continues in that vein with a slightly larger screen and rounder corners. However, Apple has made a big upgrade inside this year’s phones featuring a new cooling system and a larger battery. The iPhone 16 Pro Max might look the same, but it’s all-new inside. The iPhone 16 Pro Max might look the same, but it’s all-new inside.Foundry The iPhone 16 Pro Max might look the same, but it’s all-new inside.Foundry Foundry Now, some may wonder why anyone would ever care about a seemingly meaningless tweak applied to a concealed section of the phone. Well, if you ever used an iPhone 15 Pro Max for a somewhat intensive task you probably noticed that the upper left corner would heat up and, in extreme cases, make it uncomfortable to use. Thanks to an all-new vapor chamber, my iPhone 16 Pro Max rarely heats up. And when it does, it disperses moderate heat across the entire device, keeping its overall temperature under control. While this may not be the most exciting upgrade for casual users, it has notably improved my experience while using my iPhone 16 Pro Max. Other than the cooling, the iPhone now offers significantly longer battery life. Instead of charging my phone daily, I now do so once every day and a half. It’s particularly helpful when I’m spending a full day hiking in the wilderness, as now I can continuously rely on it for navigation, music streaming, taking photos, and texting friends without worrying about running out of juice in the middle of nowhere, The Maxest display yet The iPhone 16 Pro Max received two main display upgrades. Most notably, Apple has stretched it from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches, making it the largest iPhone ever. While I appreciate the increased immersion, part of me finds it hard to concentrate on all on-screen content simultaneously. So, when I’m looking at the top section, elements towards the bottom become out of focus. As a result, it feels like my eyeballs need to travel from one side of the screen to another—rather than spotting everything at all times. Nevertheless, the screen’s size is still manageable. I just hope Apple doesn’t stretch it any further—the 6.3-inch model is too small for my liking, and I can’t imagine dealing with an even wider smartphone display. Beyond that, the screen’s bezels have been further slimmed down, which further contributes to the futuristic glass slab vision of the phone. While some users consequently dealt with palm rejection issues that made the touchscreen unresponsive, I haven’t personally faced any problems of the sort. (Besides, Apple has patched the bug with iOS 18.0.1, so it should no longer be a concern.) The more underrated iPhone 16 Pro Max screen upgrade is the new 1 nit minimum brightness. This decreases eye strain when using the phone in a pitch-black room during late-night hours. Gone are the days of needing to toggle Reduce White Point in the Accessibility settings to reduce eye fatigue before bed. While the previous changes are practical, I’ve also noticed some cosmetic tweaks across the board. Most notably, the black titanium frame is now darker, an improvement over the grayish finish from last year. I do, however, miss the brushed metal look compared to the smoothed-out sides on the 16. The iPhone 16 Pro Max has the biggest display ever on an iPhone. The iPhone 16 Pro Max has the biggest display ever on an iPhone.Foundry The iPhone 16 Pro Max has the biggest display ever on an iPhone.Foundry Foundry Add it all up To be honest, I had very low hopes for the iPhone 16 Pro Max before buying it. While Apple offers an annual upgrade program that makes getting a new iPhone easy, iPhones are designed to last for many years, and most users don’t buy the latest model annually. As such, it’s irrational to demand groundbreaking changes and major introductions every single year. Those upgrading once every three generations or so will notice a ton of difference. Nevertheless, I was utterly surprised by how meaningful the jump from an iPhone 15 Pro Max to a 16 Pro Max has been. It now looks sleeker, lasts me longer on a single charge, remains relatively cool, and doesn’t blind me before sleep. More importantly, though, Photographic Styles 2.0 enhances my shots on the go, and the irritating lens flare has seemingly been minimized. From afar, these may all appear like insignificant adjustments. In reality, however, they address numerous iPhone imperfections, add features that we truly need, and make the 16 Pro Max the most polished iteration yet.

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Apple's iPhone 16 range sees 20% jump in sales in China
New figures say that in China, the iPhone 16 range sold a fifth more in its first three weeks than the iPhone 15 did in 2023.iPhone 16 Pro modelsOverall, iPhone 16 sales have reportedly been lackluster, but Counterpoint Research claims that so far, the whole range has done better in China than its predecessor. That's despite the iPhone 15 range having exceeded sales expectations at launch in 2023.As first spotted by Reuters, the rise came despite local rival Huawei launching new smartphones at the same time. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Bonhams begins auction of rare Apple Macintosh “Twiggy” prototype with 5.25-inch disk drive
If you’re looking to bid on an important Apple prototype and a piece of computing history, you’re going to like this. A rare prototype of the original Apple Macintosh, complete with a 5.25-inch disk drive instead of the 3.5-inch disk drive the computer shipped with is headed to auction again as part of Bonhams’ upcoming […] Source

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Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank review: Charger for when the going gets rough
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Robust Construction Sturdy stand Rubber cover on the connections Robust USB-C charging cable Cons No Qi2 support Rubber edges can be damaged under heavy use Our Verdict If you don’t need fast inductive charging, the Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank is a robust charger that isn’t afraid of harsh environments thanks to its covered ports. Its built-in stand and the robust charging cable are exemplary. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$99.96 Best Prices Today: Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank with Stand Retailer Price $99.95 View Deal $99.95 View Deal Urban Armor Gear $100 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank features the typical hexagonal design elements that Urban Armor Gear is known for. However, the plastic housing is fitted with a thick rubber bumper and the connectors are hidden behind rubber caps to protect them from dirt. The Rugged 10K meets the U.S. military drop test standard (MIL STD 810G 516.6) and the IPX6 standard. Its battery has a capacity of 10,000 mAh, with the inductive charging power at 10 watts; it charges at 20 watts through the USB-C port. I measured the 30-minute charging speed for inductive charging with an iPhone 15 at 23 percent and via USB-C at 52 percent. It’s fast via USB-C, but its wireless charging is average. Using USB-C, an 11-inch iPad Pro charged 28 percent in 30 minutes, and a M3 MacBook Air charged 16 percent. These are standard measured values for 20 watts. The inductive charging station is compatible with MagSafe and has a good grip. In addition to the USB-C port (which recharges the power bank in around two hours) there is also a USB-A port. The rubber caps sit very tightly on the connections. On the underside, the power bank has an activation button and a four-stage LED display. A wide folding stand is concealed at the back. The wide and robust construction of the stand ensures a good stand. A robust USB-C charging cable is included in the scope of delivery. Should you buy the Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank? The Urban Armor Gear Rugged 10K Wireless Power Bank is quite durable, which the the main reason you’d buy it. Its charging speed is good through USB-C, but its not a Qi2 chargers and its wireless charging speeds reflects that. Check out out guide to the best power banks for the MacBook.

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