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- 03:54 pmLock in lifetime access to Babbel language learning for just $149.97
Gain lifetime access to all 14 of the languages offered in the Babbel app with this great limited-time deal. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:21 pmiOS 18's slow rollout will phase in Apple Intelligence over the next six months
Apple will be rolling out Apple Intelligence features to qualifying iPhones as quickly as it can, with as many as three updates before year's end. Some major components, including big changes to Siri, may have to wait until early 2025.The full rollout of the Apple Intelligence upgrade will continue into early 2025.Apple has continued to emphasize the forthcoming Apple Intelligence features as a key element of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15 Sequoia, but the new technology is coming in bits across late 2024 and into early 2025. One of the biggest pieces of the new updates is a totally revamped and more personal Siri, but the biggest upgrades to it will be among the last new features to arrive.Bloomberg is reporting that iOS 18.2 and iOS 18.3 are planned to roll out in December, following the release of iOS 18.1 in mid-October. The first big update to iOS 18 should coincide with a second expected Apple Event that will feature new and updated Macs. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:36 pmApple Intelligence-powered Siri may not arrive until iOS 18.4
After releasing Apple Intelligence with iOS 18.1 in October, Apple will roll out more features to it with iOS 18.2 and iOS 18.4. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:15 pmApple Watch 10: The best gets gloriously better [Review] ★★★★★
Our Apple Watch Series 10 review finds the best wearable for most people just keeps getting better. Sleeker. More functional. Just beautiful. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)12:31 pmNew Siri with Apple Intelligence might release sooner than we expected
According to Mark Gurman’s latest Power On newsletter, the completely rebuilt Siri with Apple Intelligence might be released to users sooner than we initially thought. It might not be the entire experience, but we could start to see some features roll out early. more…Saturday September 2111:41 pmiPhone Mirroring still connecting to your old iPhone? Here’s how you can fix it
If you bought a new iPhone this week, you might’ve noticed that iPhone Mirroring still defaults to your old iPhone (presuming you haven’t yet reset it). However, there’s a quick toggle in macOS settings that allows you to fix it. more…11:10 pmApple now selling refurbished AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C, but you should avoid them
Apple started selling AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C on their certified refurbished store today, although they aren’t the greatest deal out there. They’re available for $209 (via MacRumors). more…10:29 pmReview: Apple’s new ‘Beats Case’ for iPhone 16 is expensive, but I’m happy it exists
Apple did something interesting after they released the iPhone 16 lineup: they started using the Beats brand to make iPhone cases. It’s not clear why they did this, other than wanting to make a cheap feeling case without using their own brand. more…10:04 pmApple executives celebrate, reflect on the first decade of the Apple Watch
In a new interview, a trio of Apple executives reflect on the Apple Watch Series 10 and how some of its original innovations came from influences outside the company.The new Apple Watch series 10 (left), and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 (right).The Apple Watch isn't just the most popular digital wristwatch in the world: at 100 million sold as of 2021, it may be the best-selling watch of all time. While the analog watch industry is still enjoying strong sales catering to upscale markets and specialty users, the Apple Watch and its Android-based smartwatch rivals have become the wearable timepieces "for the rest of us."The interview, which appeared in the British edition of GQ magazine, noted that Jobs often scolded Apple executives to never dwell on past successes, and instead to always focus on the future. Eric Jue, director of Apple Watch product marketing, quoted Jobs as saying "if you do something great, you don't spend a lot of time looking back." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:37 pmIndie App Spotlight: ‘Pyxis’ is a location-based note taking app
Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Pyxis is an interesting and new location based note taking app that allows you to quickly jot down things down, attach photos, and assign tags to keep them organized. Once you write down your note, you can view them all on a neat little globe, allowing you to easily view your notes based on where they were taken. more…05:40 pmRCS-enhanced iMessage in iOS 18 still has security issues when adding Android users
Apple's adoption of the RCS protocol in iOS 18 has improved communications in iMessage between users of iPhones and Android, but some security issues remain. Apple and Google are working together to fix them.RCS messaging is now available on Apple devices running iOS 18, et al.Apple's adoption of RCS in iOS 18 will not change the "green bubble" status of Android messages on iPhone, but behind the scenes the update has brought a number of improvements. Videos, GIFs, and photos sent in messages between the two platforms now retain their original quality level, for example.iPhone users also now see when an Android user you're in a chat with is typing, prior to their finished message appearing, and they will see the same when you're typing. Read receipts and delivery notifications between platforms now work as they have done when chatting with iPhone users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:45 pmiPhone 11 vs iPhone 16: 5 reasons to upgrade your 5 year old iPhone
Apple released the brand new iPhone 16 lineup this week, with bigger batteries, the new Camera Capture button, and more. The company calls them their first iPhones built for Apple Intelligence. People are holding onto their current iPhones for longer than ever, just because smartphones are getting so good. Today, I’ll be highlighting five big features you’d be gaining if you finally decided to upgrade. more…04:04 pmArc Browser had a ‘serious’ security vulnerability last month, now patched
Back in late August, The Browser Company – the company behind the popular Mac browser Arc, became aware of a serious security vulnerability in the browser, one that could allow for remote code execution on other users computer with no direct interaction. They patched it promptly once being alerted to it, and the details of the vulnerability were disclosed a few days ago. more…03:58 pmProtests at Apple Stores in multiple cities mar iPhone 16 launch
Demonstrators in a dozen cities in the US and other countries took advantage of the publicity of the iPhone 16 launch to call for a boycott of Apple products. The protests included some current and former Apple employees.Protesters encourage Apple boycott in front of a store in Tokyo. Photo: Tomohiro OnsumiThe new demonstrations at Apple Stores centered around accusations of ignoring violence in both the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa, as well as the ongoing hostilities between Gaza and Israel.The protesters accuse Apple of being complicit in the humanitarian crises in both conflict zones. A protester identified as "Lucy" by the Bristol Post news site was quoted as saying they were protesting "against Apple's complicity in the Congelese and Palestinian genocides." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:30 pmiPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 16 Pro comparison: Time to upgrade?
When it comes to iPhone 13 Pro vs iPhone 16 Pro, should you upgrade? Read this comparison to find out. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:00 pmPrice drop: Use your iPhone to scan and fax documents with this multipurpose scanning app | Cult of MacPrice drop: Use your iPhone to scan and fax documents with this multipurpose scanning app
SwiftScan VIP turns your iPhone into a document-scanning multitool. It's on sale for 70% off, the best price online. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:00 pmApple @ Work: It’s time for Apple to add cellular to the Mac
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. I’ve traveled more in the last year than I have in my entire life, and it’s making me yearn for something that Apple has long ignored: cellular enabled Mac laptops. While tethering works fine, it can be cumbersome to reconnect when moving locations. In 2024, as mobile computing becomes increasingly essential, the lack of built-in cellular connectivity feels like an oversight. Here’s why it’s time for Apple to embrace cellular hardware in its macOS devices. more…12:53 pmToday in Apple history: Google comes out of beta
On September 21, 1999, Google came out of beta. The Google launch brought a powerful internet search tool (and birthed an Apple rivalry). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:29 amThe 11-inch M2 iPad Air is $69 Off
The M2 iPad Air is a great companion for those who are always on the go, and an even better deal awaits. Today, the 11-inch Wi-Fi 256GB model is down to just $629.99 from its original price of $700 on Amazon. The iPad Air with M2 chip is lightweight and powerful at the same time, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:26 amMore US states to have iPhone driver’s license support
Select state residents in the US will be able to have their state ID or driver’s license in their Wallet app soon. Currently, iPhone driver’s licenses are supported in Hawaii, California, Ohio, Georgia, Colorado, Maryland, and Arizona. Apple recently said that the feature will arrive in the states of West Virginia, New Mexico, and Montana. […] The post appeared first on iLounge.