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- 12:10 amApple, Google Wallets Now Support California Driver's Licenses
Residents of California can now store their driver's license or state ID in Apple or Google Wallet, according to an announcement today. Apple also shared the news. TechCrunch reports: Californians with an ID in the Apple Wallet or Google Wallet app can use their mobile devices to present their ID in person at select TSA security checkpoints and businesses. They can also use the app to verify their age or identity in select apps. Other states that already support digital driver's licenses and state IDs include Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Maryland, and Ohio. Read more of this story at Slashdot.Thursday September 1911:22 pmApple released a new iOS Firmware
Apple just released iOS 17.7 (Build 21H16) for:iPad16,3 (iPad16,3) — DownloadiPad16,4 (iPad16,4) — DownloadiPad16,5 (iPad16,5) — DownloadiPad16,6 (iPad16,6) — Download10:39 pmApple’s Fifth Ave store glows in Apple Intelligence colors to celebrate iPhone 16 launch | 9 to 5 MacApple’s Fifth Ave store glows in Apple Intelligence colors to celebrate iPhone 16 launch
iPhone 16 is almost here. Following the start of pre-orders last week, the new iPhones will hit stores tomorrow, September 20. And to celebrate the launch, Apple has made its iconic Fifth Avenue store in New York glow in the colors of Apple Intelligence. more…10:10 pmmacOS Sequoia causing issues with third-party security tools and web browsers
Apple's macOS Sequoia has apparently caused problems for users of third-party security products and web browsers because of firewall-related issues within the new operating system.macOS Sequoia has caused problems for third-party security software.On Monday, Apple officially launched macOS Sequoia, making the new operating system finally available to the public. While the operating system introduces a variety of enhancements and features such as Apple Intelligence, the update appears to have caused issues and concerns for certain security-related products and applications.According to a Thursday report from TechCrunch, macOS Sequoia has affected the functionality of different security tools, developed by CrowdStrike and SentinelOne, among others. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:00 pmiPhone 17 could miss out on 2nm processor
Although Apple’s chip maker TSMC is moving toward 2nm processors, the technology will reportedly not be ready for next year's iPhone. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)09:15 pmApple’s 2025 iPads said to sport Apple-designed Wi-Fi chip
Apple's rumored in-house Wi-Fi chip might debut in devices as early as next year. The new custom-designed chip will… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:35 pmOctober will be big for Apple products, here’s what’s coming next
September is always Apple’s most packed month for product launches. This year, the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4 were joined by key software updates like iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, visionOS 2, and more. But October is coming, and Apple has plenty more announcements and product launches to make. Here’s what’s coming next. more…08:20 pmSecurity Bite: macOS Sequoia’s firewall is disrupting security tools, and more
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations 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. On Monday, Apple released its latest iteration of Mac’s operating system, macOS Sequoia. The new update introduced tighter control over app permissions and an overhaul to Gatekeeper, among other changes. However, according to TechCrunch, it now appears to be disrupting security tools made by CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Microsoft. Social media users are also reporting connection failures with third-party VPNs. more…08:08 pmiOS 18 is out, iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 reviewed
iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18 are finally out for public consumption. Benjamin and Chance go through some of their favorite features from this OS cycle, and initial impressions on how the changes are being received. Plus, they react to the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch Series 10 reviews that dropped this week. And in Happy Hour Plus, we anticipate how the average consumer will vote with their wallets this fall, amid some reports that claim the iPhone 16 is underperforming. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by SUPCASE and I-Blason: Protect your brand new iPhone 16 in style with rugged cases. Sponsored by iMazing 3: The world’s most trusted tool to manage Apple devices and transfer data from a Mac or PC. Try it now. Sponsored by LinkedIn Jobs: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/HAPPYHOUR. more…08:02 pmVisionOS 2 subtly expands the Apple Vision Pro’s potential
visionOS 2 is now available, bringing new spatial computing experiences to Apple Vision Pro users around the world. Existing photos can… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:59 pmApple's iPhone 16 & iPhone 16 Pro battery capacities have been revealed
The iPhone 16 family has much bigger batteries than its predecessor, with the iPhone 16 Pro growing by almost 10% versus the iPhone 15 Pro.iPhone 16 Pro had the biggest generational battery capacity gain.Apple's update to the iPhone 16 included a boost to battery life, adding a few more hours to each model. It appears that the improvements were due to having larger battery capacities in all of them.In certification documents from Brazilian regulator Anatel spotted by Blogdoiphone, the capacities of the iPhone 16 device family have been revealed. In all four cases, the capacities have gone up. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:51 pm9to5Mac Daily: September 19, 2024 – iPhone 16 demand and more
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 Torras: your iPhone experience with the TORRAS Ostand 360° Spin Case and the new Ostand 360. Protect your device, enhance your productivity, and enjoy unmatched convenience and style. Get yours today and experience the next level of phone protection and functionality. more…07:24 pmHow to install the iOS 18.1 beta and get early Apple Intelligence access
Apple released a very early preview of Apple Intelligence to developers at the end of July with the first iOS 18.1 beta. Now the to-be-released update is available for public testers. Here’s how to install iOS 18.1 beta for free and test out Apple Intelligence. more…07:15 pmEvery iPhone 16 model got a battery boost
Every iPhone 16 version got a higher-capacity battery. Every one. So don 't worry about battery life. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:58 pmPSA: Link-sharing bug in iOS 18 Messages can cause iPhone crashes, data loss
Macworld iPhone owners who have installed Apple’s new iOS 18 software update should be warned: There’s a Messages bug that can cause crashes and may even result in the loss of valuable data. One of 9to5Mac’s readers spotted and reported the bug, which the site (having successfully reproduced it) then discussed in a news article Wednesday. The problem centres around an Apple Watch feature that lets users share their watch face over Messages (or Mail). “The bug is triggered,” 9to5Mac writes, “when someone replies to a shared watch face in a thread on Messages in iOS 18… If this happens, Messages will repeatedly crash if the user tries to open the conversation in the app. Sending or responding to conversations from other chats directly in Messages is also not easily possible as the app may repeatedly crash.” It’s a two-way issue, too. The bug affects both users. As 9to5Mac explains, resolving the bug is extremely tricky. What you need to do is delete the conversation thread on both devices. It’s impossible, unfortunately, to delete only the thread, since neither user will be able to open it due to the bug. Even deleting the entire conversation will be difficult because Messages keeps crashing-and successfully completing this fix results in the loss of potentially years of conversation history and attachments. It may in fact be better to leave the bug in effect for now and hope that a future software fix enables it to be sorted without the loss of an entire Messages conversation. And of course, it’s far better to avoid the bug in the first place and not reply to watch faces in a thread. And also install updates to iOS 18 in a timely fashion. The iOS 18.1 beta is still affected by it, but reportedly in fewer specific scenarios than iOS 18.0. And we assume a future updates will arrive before then to roll out a fix.06:57 pmHow to add your driver’s license to Apple Wallet
In several states, iPhone and Apple Watch can carry a digital copy of the user's driver's license in the Wallet app. Here's how. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:44 pmWe loved this MacBook docking stand and you will too at $50 off
Macworld Earlier this year, we tested a product so cool that we blew our minds, and we simply fell in love with it. That product is the Anker 675 docking station and monitor stand, which is now $200 on Amazon for Prime members, a $50 discount. The Anker docking station and monitor stand got a 4-star rating from us and even our Editors’ Choice award. Our expert was thrilled about the combination, the speed delivered by the integrated USB ports, and the fact that the HDMI port supports 4K at 60Hz. This is such a versatile tool, featuring a 100W max USB-C for connecting your laptop, as well as two other USB-C ports. There are also three USB-A ports so you can plug in all your peripheral or charging devices. There’s even an SD/microSD card slot if you need to move data from your camera, for instance. The monitor stand comes with another super cool feature: a wireless charging pad. Located in the right-hand area, the pad delivers a 10W max charge for your iPhone or AirPods. And since this is more than an Anker docking station, we should also discuss how useful it is to have a monitor stand, bringing the monitor higher up and at a more appropriate eye level. This will hopefully lessen the strain on your eyes and your neck after all those long hours. Grab one of these amazing Anker docking stations for $200 at Amazon, but keep in mind this is a Prime-only deal, so you’ll need a subscription. If you don’t have one yet, you can start a 30-day free trial. Snatch this Anker docking station and monitor stand for $50 offBuy it now at Amazon06:43 pmThe AirPods 2 is $40 Off
The second-generation AirPods 2 is equipped with a chip for improved audio, plus functions that make it a favorite for daily use. Today, it’s down to just $89 from its original price of $130 on Amazon. Apple’s second-generation wireless earbuds sport a Lightning Charging Case and offer up to 24 hours of playback on a […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:43 pmApple releases new firmware for AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4
Apple this week released a new firmware update for both the AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 models. The AirPods Pro 2 firmware has been… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:42 pmiPhone 15 Pro Max gets one hour extra battery life thanks to iOS 18 optimizations
As part of his coverage, Chinese blogger Geekerwan did a battery test of the new flagships, comparing all the iPhone 16 models to the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and some Chinese Android flagships. Mirroring other testers’ findings, the iPhone 16 Pro Max set new records for battery longevity, easily clearing 10 hours of life in his test. But what’s perhaps more interesting is that the 15 Pro Max actually gained an hour of extra battery life running iOS 18, compared to when the test was conducted on the same phones running iOS 17. The 15 Pro also saw proportional improvements … more…