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Brings a new subscription online backup option. ($59.88/$83.88/$119.88 annual subscription, free update, 3.2 MB, macOS 11+)03:03 pmApple unveils M4 iMac in new colors, nano-texture display option, more
Apple is kicking off its promised “exciting week of announcements” today with the introduction of the M4-powered iMac. In addition to the M4 chip, the new iMac features a nano-texture display option, new color choices, and more. more…03:03 pmApple Intelligence is here: iOS 18.1 includes Writing Tools, a new look for Siri, notification summaries, and more | 9 to 5 MacApple Intelligence is here: iOS 18.1 includes Writing Tools, a new look for Siri, notification summaries, and more
After a lot of marketing hype and developer testing, Apple Intelligence is finally here, with the public release of iOS 18.1 rolling out now. Apple Intelligence is available on all iPhone 16 models and iPhone 15 Pro, the new iPad mini, or older Macs and iPads powered by the M1 chip or newer. iOS 18.1 includes the first wave of Apple Intelligence functionality. More features are coming in iOS 18.2, and later in 2025. The headline features available now include Writing Tools, notification summaries, a new visual update for Siri, Photos enhancements, and more. Here’s everything new … more…03:03 pmHazel 6.0.1
Major new release for the automation and cleanup utility brings new additions, numerous improvements, and support for macOS 15 Sequoia. ($42 new, free update, 27.5 MB, macOS 12+)03:00 pmToday in Apple history: Steve Jobs’ yacht launches — without Steve
On October 28, 2012, more than one year after Steve Jobs died, his luxury yacht takes to the water for the first time. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:58 pmVivaldi 7.0
Brings redesigned user interface and a new Dashboard control center to the Web browser. (Free, 207.6 MB, macOS 11+)02:54 pmSoundSource 5.7.3
Solves audio-switching and latency issues that affected AirPods and Beats headphones. ($39 new, free update, 42 MB, macOS 14.5+)02:53 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple introduces new iMac supercharged by M4 and Apple Intelligence02:53 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Apple Intelligence is available today on iPhone, iPad, and Mac02:52 pmZoom Workplace 6.2.6
Introduces the updated AI Companion 2.0. (Free, 129.9 MB, macOS 10.13+)02:45 pmIs Apple Vision Pro a 'first year flop' or tomorrow, today?
Critics are, as they do, having a field day preannouncing Apple's purported plans to "cancel" or "discontinue" the first iteration of its Apple Vision Pro Spatial Computing platform.But what is Apple really doing with its immersive headset? Is Vision Pro a big tragic, befuddled mistake like the AI Pin, or is it just the first step in a meticulously planned rollout of the future?Shock journalists love amping up ordinary things into alarming news. And since Google converted essentially the entire journalism vocation into being little more than interns click baiting for ad views, there sadly isn't much else out there anymore but shock journalism and its bombastic claims that generally end up being nothing burgers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:32 pmApple wins $250 U.S. jury verdict in Masimo smartwatch patent case
Apple has secured a victory in its ongoing intellectual property dispute with Masimo. A federal jury in Delaware has ruled in favor of Apple… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:31 pmIntroducing 9to5Toys Steals – a new deal format to save you even more money on everyday essentials | 9 to 5 MacIntroducing 9to5Toys Steals – a new deal format to save you even more money on everyday essentials
9to5Toys Steals is a new bite-sized deal format we are launching to enhance our highly-personalized and hand-curated coverage of the best deals across the internet. The 9to5Toys content we all know and love isn’t going anywhere – it’s more motivated and successful than it ever has been. 9to5Toys Steals is just a new way to expand our reach, highlight notable price drops in product categories we don’t already feature on a regular basis, and save you even more money. more…02:04 pmIt will be great if Apple brings back the iMac G4 design for its smart home display
A report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests that Apple’s upcoming smart home display might bear more than a passing resemblance to one of the most iconic Macintosh models, the iMac G4. This is something I suggested might happen back in the summer, though personally I was hoping for a magnetic attachment for an iPad … more…02:00 pmApple Banned From Selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia
Indonesia has banned sales of Apple's iPhone 16, citing the tech giant's failure to meet local investment requirements, the country's Ministry of Industry said. The ministry said Apple's local unit has not fulfilled the mandatory 40% local content threshold for smartphones, making imported iPhone 16 units illegal for sale in Southeast Asia's largest economy. About 9,000 iPhone 16 devices have entered Indonesia through passenger luggage since last month's launch. "These phones entered legally, but will be illegal if traded," the ministry said. Apple has invested 1.48 trillion rupiah ($108 million) of its 1.71 trillion rupiah commitment in Indonesia. The company operates four developer academies but no manufacturing facilities in the country, despite government pressure to expand its presence. Read more of this story at Slashdot.02:00 pmApple Banned From Selling iPhone 16 in Indonesia
Indonesia has banned sales of Apple's iPhone 16, citing the tech giant's failure to meet local investment requirements, the country's Ministry of Industry said. The ministry said Apple's local unit has not fulfilled the mandatory 40% local content threshold for smartphones, making imported iPhone 16 units illegal for sale in Southeast Asia's largest economy. About 9,000 iPhone 16 devices have entered Indonesia through passenger luggage since last month's launch. "These phones entered legally, but will be illegal if traded," the ministry said. Apple has invested 1.48 trillion rupiah ($108 million) of its 1.71 trillion rupiah commitment in Indonesia. The company operates four developer academies but no manufacturing facilities in the country, despite government pressure to expand its presence. Read more of this story at Slashdot.01:54 pmKwikset Halo Select, Govee ice maker, & iPhone StandBy dock on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast we go over another new smart lock from Kwikset, talk about the viral iPhone StandBy dock, and test the Govee smart ice maker.HomeKit Insider PodcastKwikset has launched the new Halo Select smart lock that works over Wi-Fi or can use Matter over Thread. It's a compact retrofit lock that also has a built-in exterior keypad.Ecobee has also announced a new smart lock endeavor, integrating with Assa Abloy brands August and Yale. You can now unlock your compatible smart lock directly from the live view. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:30 pmThis $40 lifetime subscription gives you access to ChatGPT, Mistral AI and more, all in one place | Cult of MacThis $40 lifetime subscription gives you access to ChatGPT, Mistral AI and more, all in one place
Get an AI tool that brings top AI models like ChatGPT, Mistral AI and more together in one interface. Enter 1minAI, the all-in-one AI tool. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:27 pmInstagram might make your video look terrible if it’s not popular
Instagram head Adam Mosseri has admitted that the company may reduce the quality of your video if it thinks it’s not getting enough views … more…01:25 pmiPhone 16 sales banned in Indonesia until Apple invests more in the country
The iPhone 16 is not allowed to be sold in Indonesia, with the sales ban triggered by a lack of investment by Apple into the country.Jakarta - Image credit: Tom Fisk/PexelsOn October 11, it was warned that Apple faces the prospect of a sales ban in Indonesia, if it didn't manage to renew a content requirements certification in time. A few weeks later, that ban has become a reality."Imported iPhone 16 hardwares cannot be marketed in the country, because Apple Indonesia has not fulfilled its investment commitment to earn a local content certification," said industry ministry spokesperson Febri Hendri Antoni Arief on Friday to Reuters. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums