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- 05:09 pmApple denies rumor that C1 is responsible for MagSafe removal on iPhone 16e
The new iPhone 16e has a lot going for it, but one surprising shortcoming is its lack of MagSafe support. Some have theorized that Apple’s new C1 modem is the reason, but Apple has just denied that rumor completely. more…05:07 pmBest iPhone 16e deals: Here's where to get up to $830 off when preorders launch
Apple iPhone 16e preorders begin on Feb. 21, with the new devices arriving on Feb. 28. Here's where to get the best iPhone 16e preorder deals with wireless carrier incentives and more.Get preorder deals on Apple's new iPhone 16e - Image credit: AppleApple's 2025 iPhone 16e goes up for preorder on Friday, Feb. 21, and if you want the new device right away we've rounded up the best preorder deals. Be sure to check back here and bookmark our iPhone deals roundup as new offers continue to launch once preorders goes live. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:04 pmLive weather, awesome astronomy, fun faces: Customize your iPhone Lock Screen
You can radically customize the Lock Screen of your iPhone with a bunch of widgets, aesthetics and styles. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:49 pmApple CEO Tim Cook had a ‘great meeting’ with President Trump today amid ongoing tariff issue | 9 to 5 MacApple CEO Tim Cook had a ‘great meeting’ with President Trump today amid ongoing tariff issue
Apple CEO Tim Cook is back in Washington D.C. today just a few weeks after donating to and attending Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration. more…04:45 pmArk Pro power bank provides good value for travelers [Review] ★★★☆☆
Our hands-on Alogic Ark Pro Power Bank review finds a few quibbles, but also good value and thoughtful features. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:45 pmDeals: M4 Mac mini up to $105 off, M3 MacBook Air $400 off original price, M4 MacBook Pro $1,399, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M4 Mac mini up to $105 off, M3 MacBook Air $400 off original price, M4 MacBook Pro $1,399, more
All of the day’s best deals on Apple gear are now up for grabs headlined by a rare discount on the latest M4 Mac mini lineup. You’ll find all of the stock configurations marked down at Amazon for the first time in months with offers starting from $549 and up to $105 in savings. We then move over to the MacBook lineup – the latest M3 Airs with 16GB of RAM are now starting from $899, which is $200 off of the new list prices and $400 under the price they fetched before the RAM upgrade, as well as the most affordable M4 MacBook Pro down at $1,399 ($200 off). All of that joins a host of accessory deals, some new iPhone 16e case offers, and more. more…04:42 pmTim Cook is meeting with President Trump at the White House
Apple CEO Tim Cook has met with President Donald Trump on Thursday morning, likely to discuss the import tariff situation and US manufacturing.Tim Cook (left), Donald Trump (right), in a previous meeting at the White HouseThere's little detail about the visit, as first reported by Edward Lawrence at Fox News. However, there are obvious topics of discussion between the two men, with billions of dollars on the line.Cook was spotted on his way into the White House at about 10:10 AM Eastern Time on Thursday. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:28 pmiPhone 16e vs iPhone 14: No-brainer upgrade?
Apple’s new iPhone 16e packs many of the modern features of the iPhone 16 into a more budget-friendly package that could be enticing to upgraders—especially those using an iPhone 14. Here’s a full iPhone 16e vs 14 comparison. more…04:27 pmApple’s most puzzling iPhone 16e decision is being corrected
A number of case makers are rising to the challenge and fixing Apple’s most baffling design decision for its latest iPhone. more…04:23 pmPegasus infections on iPhones more common than previously believed
Pegasus may have been more widely used than first believed, after an iPhone app used to detect infestations uncovered multiple undiscovered instances of the spyware.An iPhone with a thematic binary wallpaper.Pegasus, created by NSO Group, is known to be spyware used by governments and security agencies around the world. While the spyware has previously been discovered on devices owned and used by prominent political figures, people of interest to governments, and journalists, it was probably more widely used than anyone expected.In May 2024, iVerify released a $1 app for people to scan their iPhones for any signs of compromise. On Wednesday, iVerify said that, of the approximately 3,000 people who downloaded and used the app, there were seven verifiable detections of Pegasus. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:22 pmApple Replaces iPhone SE with Larger, More Expensive iPhone 16e
The iPhone 16e debuts as Apple’s least expensive model, displacing the iPhone SE. Adam Engst examines how it measures up to the iPhone SE and iPhone 16.04:20 pmKuo: Another new Apple chip is coming to iPhone 17 lineup, following C1 debut
Apple just launched its brand new C1 modem yesterday with the iPhone 16e. But there’s another new Apple-designed chip coming soon, and per one report, it’s coming to the full iPhone 17 lineup. more…04:14 pmToday in Apple history: iPod mini is ‘world’s smallest music player’
On February 20, 2004, Apple launched the iPod mini. The small, aluminum music player will go on to become the most popular iPod model yet. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:01 pmStarting at $599, iPhone 16e shows Apple is unwilling to trade margins for unit sales | Mac Daily NewsStarting at $599, iPhone 16e shows Apple is unwilling to trade margins for unit sales
Apple's iPhone 16e is a new entry-level addition to the iPhone 16 lineup that offers powerful capabilities at a $599 starting price… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:50 pmApple’s AI-powered Visual Intelligence tool heads for iPhone 15 Pro
Good news for iPhone 15 Pro users: It seems Visual Intelligence won’t be reserved for only the iPhone 16 series for much longer. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:33 pmReport: Apple’s new C1 modem is why the iPhone 16e doesn’t have MagSafe
Macworld In the technical data of the Apple iPhone 16e, the parameters for fast charging—50 percent in 30 minutes with compatible hardware—and for wireless charging with Qi devices can be found in the “Power and Battery” section. However, if you compare the 16e’s Tech Specs with the technical data of an iPhone 16, you will notice that the information on MagSafe is completely missing. Although the iPhone 16e is positioned as an entry-level iPhone with its price of $599, this omission of an important function that Apple promotes everywhere else is somewhat puzzling. After all, Apple has included plenty of modern upgrades, including an OLED screen and an Action Button. So why would Apple remove one of its much-praised technologies from its newest iPhone? Sources from the accessories industry have told Macworld that a possible explanation is that the built-in magnets of the MagSafe system apparently interfere with the reliability of Apple’s new C1 5G modem. So it’s possible that Apple had to drop MagSafe in order to ensure the best possible connection for its first-gen 5G modem, which is arguably more important than magnetic charging. We reached out to Apple for comment and will update this article if we get a response. So perhaps that’s why the iPhone 16e can only charge wirelessly with the classic non-magnetic Qi standard. With Qi, you’ll get charging up to 7.5 watts, significantly slower than MagSafe, which tops out at 25W on the iPhone 16 and 15W on pervious iPhones. Qi2, which is based on Apple’s MagSafe, also offers 15W wireless charging. It is possible that cases could bring MagSafe charging as they did with the SE, but if the report is accurate, those cases might pose an issue with connectivity as well. In the meantime, if MagSafe is important, we recommend getting an iPhone 16. Check out our reviews of the best MagSafe chargers and best MagSafe power banks to see the incredible range of magnetic wireless charging devices now available.03:17 pmCore design: How chip binning helps Apple offer A18 variants
The A18 in the iPhone 16e is not the same as the A18 in the iPhone 16. Here's why the act of chip binning helps Apple while also creating variants of the same chip for different products.Apple may be using chip binning for the iPhone 16e's A18 chipThe launch of the iPhone 16e was a thorough modernization of what is practically the spiritual successor to the iPhone SE 3. It's an upgrade that brought many areas of the budget iPhone option up to speed with the flagship range, the iPhone 16.However, while it is stated as having an A18 chip powering things, it's not the same A18 chip as used by its stablemate, the iPhone 16. They are labeled the same, but they're certainly different. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:13 pmApple TV+ unveils sneak peek at ‘BE@RBRICK,’ new music-driven comedy series
This week, Apple TV+ announced the premiere of “BE@RBRICK,” a new CG animated comedy series for kids and families, set to debut globally on… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:57 pmiPhone 15 Pro set to get Visual Intelligence in a future iOS update
While initially launched exclusively for the iPhone 16 lineup, Apple plans to expand Visual Intelligence to the iPhone 15 Pro.Visual Intelligence identifying a bakeryVisual Intelligence a handy feature that allows you to point your camera at an object in the real world to learn more about it. It's essentially Apple's answer to Google Lens.Previously, if you wanted to use Visual Intelligence, you'd have to be someone who purchased a device in either the iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro lineup. However, Apple has confirmed to Daring Fireball that the feature will roll out to the iPhone 15 Pro in a future update. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:55 pmApple currently only able to detect Pegasus spyware in half of infected iPhones
NSO’s Pegasus spyware is one of the most frightening privacy threats an iPhone owner can face. Without you taking any action at all, it’s able to completely take over your phone, accessing almost all of the personal data stored on it, and some versions have been able to activate cameras and microphones. Pegasus exploits zero-day vulnerabilities – security holes Apple doesn’t yet know about – but the iPhone maker has another way to fight back … more…