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- 07:03 pm'Assassin's Creed Shadows' Mac release slips to February 2025
Ubisoft is delaying Assassin's Creed Shadows' by three months, with the macOS-destined game now having its original release on February 14, 2025.Assassin's Creed Shadows [Ubisoft]Ubisoft made a big splash in May that it will be launching a game from the Assassin's Creed franchise on Apple Silicon Macs on the Mac App Store at the same time as other platforms. Unfortunately, that game won't be making its initial release date of November 15.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube{"@context":"https://schema.org/","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Assassin's Creed Shadows: Official World Premiere Trailer","description":"Available November 15, 2024: https://ubi.li/rEDXA","thumbnailUrl":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vovkzbtYBC8/sddefault.jpg","uploadDate":"2024-05-15T16:00:08Z","duration":"PT3M49S","embedUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=vovkzbtYBC8"} Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:58 pmPresident Trump calls on Apple to decrypt iPhones of would-be assassins
Former U.S. President and current Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump called on Apple to aid federal investigators in… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:55 pmDisney+ password-sharing crackdown begins
If you watch Disney+ on your iPad, Mac or Apple TV using someone else’s password, the company plans to hunt you down and make you pay. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:49 pmPanels, a New Wallpaper App From Marques Brownlee
It’s entirely plausible for a premium wallpaper app to justify a price of $50/year. But Panels isn’t a premium app.06:46 pmSpotify introduces new conversion metrics for podcast creators
Spotify on Wednesday announced updates for podcast creators. More specifically, the Spotify for Podcasters platform is adding new conversion metrics for both hosted and non-hosted creators. Read on as we detail what changes with this update. more…06:40 pmDon’t panic: Mysterious iOS 18 update for iPhone 16 is nothing to worry about
A surprise post-release software update to iOS 18.0 build 22A3354 brings a startling "hello" screen, bug fixes and security updates. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:30 pmGet the time without even looking at your Apple Watch
You can read the time without even looking at your Apple Watch using a little-known feature called Taptic Time. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:20 pmWhat do the Apple Watch buttons do? Click, double-click and hold.
In watchOS 10, Apple adds a new Widgets view, assigns Control Center to the side button and changes what double-clicking the Digital Crown does. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:20 pm9to5Mac Daily: September 25, 2024 – macOS 15.1 changes, latest EU drama
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by FitnessView: The ultimate health and fitness dashboard for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch – now with full support for iOS 18 features! Get started today for free. more…06:11 pmThese Apple products won’t get updated this year, but they’re coming in 2025
Only a few months remain in 2024. Apple has some big launches coming in October. But a variety of products won’t get updated before the year ends. Instead, they’re set for release next year. Here’s every Apple product that won’t get updated this year, but is coming in 2025. more…06:04 pmWirelessly charge all your new Apple gear with 25% off this super-cool 3-in-1 stand
Macworld Desk space is scarce, especially if you have a lot of Apple gear. That’s where a good charging station can help and today’s deal is a great one: Anker’s MagSafe 3-in-1 charging station is $25 off at Amazon, ready to fill up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and even your AirPods and keep everything neat. The discount comes in the form of an on-page coupon you have to add, so don’t forget to tap that box. This wireless charging station isn’t just affordable at $75 and has a sleek design that will save space on your desk or nightstand. The base can provide charging for your earbuds, while the rest of the tree-like design allows for easy placement of your phone and watch. The station has an MFW certification, which means it will deliver optimal charging performance for your Apple Watch. The station can also charge your iPhone 16 at 15W, thanks to the Qi2 certification and MagSafe compatibility. You won’t even need a wall brick because the station comes with its very own 40W USB-C charger and a 5ft cable. Basically, you’re all ready to go and juice up all your Apple devices in no time with this Anker charging station for only $75 at Amazon. Buy it now at Amazon05:55 pmApple October event: What to expect
Apple just held its special event to unveil the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro a few weeks ago, but there’s still more to come this fall. As we detailed last week, Apple is set to unveil new M4 Macs and updates to the iPad as soon as October. Will it hold another special event to do so? Here’s what history suggests. more…05:32 pmDoes Limiting an iPhone’s Battery Charging to 80% Increase Lifespan?
Juli Clover of MacRumors used a new feature of the iPhone 15 lineup to restrict her iPhone 15 Pro Max from charging over 80% for an entire year. It was an inconvenience, but it may have slightly improved her battery longevity.05:15 pmApple Watch owners frustrated by Verizon activation glitches
Some Apple Watch users say they've been unable to activate the Verizon cellular plan for their new wearable. The carrier suggests users try… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:12 pmAirPods 4 Gets $10 Discount
Apple’s newly launched AirPods 4 is getting its first discount in this deal. Today, the AirPods 4 with ANC is down to just $119 from its original price of $130 on Amazon. The AirPods 4 is now more comfortable than ever, with all-day comfort and greater stability headlining the features. The stem is shorter while […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:10 pmYouTube Premium experiences price hike in 15+ countries
Streaming platform giant YouTube has increased its monthly price for YouTube Premium in 15+ regions. The new pricing structure has been revealed and will take place in the Middle East, South America, Europe, and selected Asian regions. The rates are tracked on Reddit, with users saying that they have been notified of the change as […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:08 pmiOS users stopped from downgrading to iOS 17.6.1
Apple has stopped allowing downgrading to iOS 17.6.1 a week after iOS 18 was released to the public. iPad and iOS users can no longer go back to version 17.6.1, with the exception of M4 iPad Pro users. Apple routinely stops signing older software once newer ones have debuted, and to stop users from using […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:03 pm12 Mac models listed in the obsolete and vintage products section
Twelve Mac models have recently landed on Apple’s list of obsolete and vintage products. Three of the twelve Macs, specifically the 2017 13-inch MacBook Pro, the 2018 13-inch MacBook Pro, and the 2018 13-inch MacBook Air, have been listed as vintage, while the remaining nine, namely the 2016 12-inch MacBook, the 2015 13-inch MacBook Air, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:01 pmMicrosoft is merging the Xbox Game Pass app with Xbox mobile
Microsoft is trying to simplify its Xbox gaming apps for iOS, by merging its Xbox Game Pass into the Xbox app.Xbox app for iPhoneAt the moment, Xbox players have access to two separate apps. Soon, there will only be one to use, in Microsoft's bid to simplify its offerings.The Xbox Games Pass provides subscription-based access to a variety of games that can be downloaded to an Xbox. The Xbox app is one that gives more access to the console, including streaming games, as well as social elements. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:00 pmShorter lead times suggest iPhone 16 is least popular since the iPhone 12
A survey of lead times has led investment bank Morgan Stanley to claim that iPhone 16 orders are lower than for its predecessors.The new larger iPhone 16 Pro and Pro MaxThe iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus may have sold 37 million in their first weekend, and Russians are ordering more despite that country facing much higher prices on iPhones. In a message to investors that has been seen by AppleInsider, Morgan Stanley says that its surveys show iPhone 16 demand is lower than before.Specifically, on average, those lead times (compared to 2023's ) are: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums