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- 11:45 pmApple News will use Live Activities to track election results live on iPhone
If you're not feeling plugged in enough during the 2024 election, Apple News has a way to get up-to-the-second results on your Lock Screen and Apple Watch through Live Activities.Election results will be available as a Live Activity on iPhoneApple originally introduced Live Activities as a way to whimsically take advantage of the Dynamic Island and present live, updated information to the user. It has been handy for now playing music, sports scores, and active calls, but Apple News is using it for something a little more anxiety-inducing.Starting late on Tuesday, users will be able to have a Live Activity from Apple News that tracks the results of the election. So, the Lock Screen will have a large, interactive widget that will launch to the latest election coverage, and the Dynamic Island will show the electoral count for each candidate continuously. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:32 pm‘Twentieth Anniversary MacBook Pro’ coming in 2026?
Apple's 2025 MacBook Pro lineup is expected to keep the same design with the processor being upgraded to Apple's M5 chip family… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.11:24 pmApple launches new internal study focused on building smart glasses
After announcing Vision Pro last year, Apple has reportedly been exploring more ways to provide AR and VR content to users – and it seems that the idea of smart glasses is growing within the company. A Bloomberg report on Monday revealed that Apple has been conducting a new internal study focusing on building smart glasses. more…11:05 pmDevelopers can begin work on an app intent system that will make Siri smarter in 2025 | AppleInsiderDevelopers can begin work on an app intent system that will make Siri smarter in 2025
Apple's latest betas for iOS 18.2 and the rest support developer testing of the new app intent system that will ultimately make Siri more contextually aware in a later release.App Intents will let developers pass onscreen data to Apple IntelligenceUsers that excitedly updated to the public release of iOS 18.1 for access to Apple Intelligence were disappointed to discover that Siri hadn't changed much beyond a new glow animation. Several of the features shown off during WWDC still aren't available, but developers can get started on support today.According to developer documentation released by Apple, developers can test the app intent system for making onscreen content available to Siri and Apple Intelligence. Simply, this means users will be able to send anything active on screen to AI for parsing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:42 pmmacOS 15.2 lets users add a Weather widget to the Menu Bar
Apple on Monday released the second developer beta of iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2, both with additional Apple Intelligence features. However, the updates also bring some new features, and today’s beta lets Mac users add a Weather app widget to the macOS Menu Bar. more…10:30 pmHow to find an iPhone with Apple Watch
It's totally easy to ping your iPhone from your Apple Watch. At the push of a button, you can make your iPhone ring. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)10:02 pmThis Apple Watch band’s secret weapon is a concealed wireless charger
Why carry a separate cable when you can wear an Apple Watch band with built-in charger on your wrist? That's PowerBand, and it's on sale! (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)09:21 pmiOS 18.2 beta 2: Every new feature and change
iOS 18.2 beta 2 was released for developers today, and it includes several notable changes for iPhone users. There are upgrades to Find My, changes to the iPhone 16’s Camera Control, and more. Head below for a full roundup of everything new. more…09:18 pmApple is ‘seriously considering’ Vision headset powered by your iPhone
Apple is exploring the development of a more affordable Vision Pro device. This new headset would rely on the iPhone for its processing power… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:08 pm9to5Mac Daily: November 4, 2024 – Apple’s Pixelmator deal, 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 Dreametech: Industry-leading smart cleaning products, available now with massive savings. more…09:07 pmBest iPhone 16 Pro pictures I’ve seen yet
Last week, we invited the 9to5Mac community on social media to share their best iPhone 16 Pro shots with us. We received hundreds of awe-inspiring replies that showcased the camera system’s capability. Here’s a handful that stood out as the best iPhone 16 Pro pictures I’ve seen yet. more…09:03 pmUpcoming M5 Vision Pro creates a unique dilemma for Apple
Over the weekend, we received multiple updates on future Vision products. While some of the news involved delays, the biggest positive for me was affirmation that a new Vision Pro with M5 chip is still expected in 2025. But the more I think about it, the more mixed I feel. Here’s why. more…08:26 pmApple’s App Store mistakenly approves app that streams pirated movies
Another illegal streaming app was approved by Apple's App Store that surfaced pirated films for people in certain regions outside the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:12 pmiOS 18.2 adds new Find My options to help users find lost items
Getting help to find lost items will become much easier with the next iOS update. That’s because Apple is adding new options to the Find My app with iOS 18.2 that will let users share the location of an or other lost item with anyone, not just friends or family. more…08:02 pmMasimo's claims falter as Apple defends smartwatch designs in court
Apple and Masimo's patent and trade secret dispute has intensified through lawsuits as Apple defends its innovations and Masimo's claims are rejected in court.Apple Watch UltraApple and medical equipment maker Masimo have been embroiled in lawsuits highlighting the high-stakes nature of intellectual property in technology. Initially rooted in Masimo's allegations of trade secret misappropriation, the dispute has expanded to include patent infringement claims across multiple states and legal venues.The bench trial starts Tuesday. Here's what's at stake, and how Apple plans on defending itself. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:55 pmApple removed iMac option to buy color-matched trackpad and mouse together
Apple’s M4 iMac is available for pre-order ahead of its arrival this Friday, and with USB-C accessories. But some buyers have noticed a change to the purchase process compared to previous iMacs. With the M4 model, you can no longer get both the Magic Trackpad and Magic Mouse. Here’s why that matters. more…07:40 pmHow to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving for free
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you should put the beloved Peanuts holiday special "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" on your calendar. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:21 pmiOS 18.2 beta 2 adds focus and exposure lock to Camera Control on iPhone 16
When Apple announced the in September, the company showcased some of the capabilities of the new Camera Control – including the ability to switch between camera modes and swipe to zoom. But there was one feature missing, and it’s now coming with the latest beta of iOS 18.2. That’s the ability to lock focus and exposure using Camera Control. more…07:18 pmMagSafe Monday: ESR 3-in-1 MagSafe charging station review:
I recently had the chance to test out the with CryoBoost, and after using it for several weeks, I can confidently say it’s one of the better MagSafe charging stations I’ve tried—especially for those fully invested in the Apple world. more…07:00 pmvisionOS 2.2 adds new Wide and Ultrawide settings for Mac Virtual Display, more
Apple released the first beta of visionOS 2.2 for developers today. The update comes with an exciting change for Apple Vision Pro users: new “Wide” and “Ultrawide” settings when using Mac Virtual Display. more…