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Web browser gains a couple of macOS-specific improvements. (Free, 153.2 MB, macOS 10.15+)04:25 pmmophie Juice Pack battery case keeps iPhone 16 going and going
The new mophie Juice Pack specifically for the iPhone 16 series merges a power bank into a form-fitting protective case. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:24 pmApple to acquire Pixelmator, creators of popular image editing software
Macworld Apple has agreed to acquire Pixelmator, the creators of popular professional image editing apps Pixelmator Pro and photo editing software Photomator. In a blog post, the Pixelmator team announced its sale (subject to regulatory approval), and assured its customers that, “There will be no material changes to the Pixelmator Pro, Pixelmator for iOS, and Photomator apps at this time.” Of course, that was followed by, “Stay tuned for exciting updates to come,” so we can obviously expect some changes once the deal goes through and Apple has something specific to announce. Pixelmator Pro is a popular professional image editing app that is often spoken of as an alternative to Photoshop, especially for those on a tighter budget (Pixelmator Pro is a one-time purchase of $49.99 in the App Store). It has only been available for the Mac and uses a lot of Mac-specific technologies to improve performance. There is also an iOS companion app. It is unclear what Apple will do with the acquisition. If we had to guess, we would say that Apple will continue to develop the app, offering it as a third pro-level software offering alongside Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro. Pixelmator’s photo-editing app, Photomator, may find some of its features wrapped up into the editing interface for the Photos app, but Apple seemingly has little need for a separate consumer photo editing app of that nature.04:20 pmThe first Silo season 2 reviews have dropped, here’s the verdict
One of the most popular Apple TV+ shows, Silo, is back for a second season in just two weeks. Apple has released the first five minutes of episode one, and early reviews are here for the show’s return. Here’s what the Silo season 2 reviews are saying. more…04:10 pmApple acquires Pixelmator
The Pixelmator Team on Friday announced they have signed an agreement to be acquired by Apple, subject to regulatory approval… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.04:04 pmM4 Pro and Max benchmarks show M2 Ultra who’s boss
M4 Pro and M4 Max benchmarks from Geekbench show the chips' dramatic boosts in speed, even over those in higher-end Macs. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)04:03 pmApple acquires the team behind Pixelmator Pro
In a surprise Friday announcement, Pixelmator, the team behind the Mac image editing app, announced that it is being acquired by Apple.Pixelmator - Image credit: PixelmatorPosted to the company's blog on Friday, Pixelmator shares the news that it has been picked up by Apple. The acquisition, the terms of which are unknown, brings the Pixelmator, Pixelmator Pro, and Photomator apps under Apple's ownership.The team has signed an agreement for acquisition, but it still needs to receive regulatory approval before it completes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:01 pmApple Acquires Photo Editing App Maker Pixelmator
Apple has reached an agreement to acquire Pixelmator, the maker of popular photo and image editing apps Pixelmator Pro, Pixelmator for iOS, and Photomator. Financial terms of the deal wasn't disclosed. Read more of this story at Slashdot.03:47 pmCollege football teams enthuse about nano-texture iPad Pro
Apple has highlighted how three college football conferences have adopted the iPad Pro, and say the nano-texture display makes them useful on the sidelines.Using the iPad Pro with nano-texture during a gameIt was in May 2024 that Apple released the first iPad Pro with a nano-texture display that was designed to cut down glare. Now Apple says that the release was idea for college football teams, because of a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) ruling.The NCAA approved the use of up to 18 active tablets in the locker room, in the coaching booth, and most significantly on the sidelines during games. Apple says that the ACC, SEC, and Big Ten conferences have all chosen the nano-texture iPad Pro. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:45 pmDeals: iPad mini 7 hits all-time lows at $99 off, AirPods Pro 2 $180, AirTags from $18.50 each, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: iPad mini 7 hits all-time lows at $99 off, AirPods Pro 2 $180, AirTags from $18.50 each, more
It has been a more than eventful week for the Mac, with big-time trade-in and straight up cash deals now live on the next-generation M4 MacBook Pro lineup, M4 iMac, and the new M4 Mac mini, but today we are looking at some deals on AirPods, iPad, AirTag, and more. After a long drought of price drops on Apple’s item trackers, we are now seeing solid deals on AirTags, including both the singles and 4-packs. But the real highlight of today’s offers include the very best deals to date on the brand new iPad mini 7 that is now up to $99 off no matter which storage capacity you’re after. Those deals join the venerable AirPods Pro 2 now down at $180 from the usual $249 price tag alongside Apple Pencil Pro, a host of charging deals, and some early holiday events in Friday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more…03:31 pmApple reaches deal to acquire Pixelmator
Apple is acquiring the popular photo editing company Pixelmator. The Pixelmator Team announced the news in a blog post on Friday and said there will be “no material changes” to its apps “at this time.” The deal is pending regulatory approval. Pixelmator has signed an agreement to be acquired by Apple, subject to regulatory approval. There will be no material changes to the Pixelmator Pro, Pixelmator for iOS, and Photomator apps at this time. Stay tuned for exciting updates to come. more…03:30 pmCool teleprompter boosts MacBook Pro user’s Zoom calls [Setups]
Today's featured MacBook Pro workstation includes a teleprompter setup that helps the user with Zoom calls. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)03:28 pmHow the iPad Pro became integral to college football teams
Earlier this year, the NCAA approved new technology rules for college football. The ACC, SEC, and Big Ten subsequently announced partnerships with Apple to integrate the iPad into their workflows. In a post on its newsroom today, Apple dives into the details on how college football teams have embraced the iPad Pro with M4 and nano-texture display. more…03:24 pmApple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Driving the game forward: iPad teams up with college football03:14 pmM4 Pro tops M2 Ultra chip in multi-core CPU benchmarks
Whoa! The M4 Pro chip has just blown us away with its early Geekbench 6 benchmark results. Apple's latest silicon powerhouse… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:14 pmThe new M4 Macs won’t have Apple Intelligence out of the box
Macworld If you go to Apple’s website to check out the new M4 Macs, you’ll see one phrase repeated over and over again: Apple Intelligence. However, if you buy one of those new Macs, it won’t actually be able to run the new AI suite right when it arrives next week. Don’t worry, it’s not like the iPhone 16—the new computers do have the hardware and software to support Apple Intelligence on day one. They’ll just need a quick software update first. According to Macrumors, the new M4 iMac, MacBook, and Mac mini will need an update to macOS Sequoia 15.1 (build number 24B2083). The computers all ship with a special version of macOS Sequoia 15.0 with build number 24A8332. MacOS 15.1, of course, brings Apple intelligence to Apple silicon Macs, including Writing Tools, summaries, the new Siri interface, better search in Photos, and a new Reduce Interruptions Focus mode. Users can also sign up for the macOS 15.2 beta, which brings several new Apple Intelligence features, including Genmoji, the Image Playground app, the new Mail app with AI-sorted categories, and integration with ChatGPT. That update is expected to arrive for all users in December.02:55 pmApple pours an additional $1.1 billion into satellite messaging
Apple paid Globalstar $1.1 billion to provide hardware necessary for the iPhone’s Messages via satellite service that debuted in iOS 18. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)02:43 pm∞ The Dalrymple Report: New Macs, and On the Road Again
As expected, Apple released a lot of new Mac models this week. iMacs, Mac minis and MacBook Pros were all refreshed with the M4 chips in additional to other changes. Just when you think I’m home, I show up in an expected location to record this week’s podcast. Follow this podcast Brought to you by: Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code DALRYMPLE and get 60% off an annual plan. Show Notes: Apple introduces new iMac supercharged by M4 and Apple Intelligence Apple’s new Mac mini is more mighty, more mini, and built for Apple Intelligence M4 Mac Mini's Power Button Has New Bottom Location Apple’s new MacBook Pro features the incredibly powerful M4 family of chips and ushers in a new era with Apple Intelligence Shows and movies we're watching Angel of Death, Max Bruce Springsteen, Road Diary, Disney+02:42 pmApple researchers ran an AI test that exposed a fundamental ‘intelligence’ flaw
Apple just shipped its first Apple Intelligence features and launched new AI-optimized Macs. But for all the AI hype, there are clearly limitations with the technology’s intelligence. And one of those limits was highlighted by Apple’s AI research through a recent experiment. more…02:30 pmToday in Apple history: Time crowns iPhone ‘invention of the year’
On November 1, 2007, six months after Steve Jobs showed off the original iPhone, the device is "Time" magazine's "best invention of the year." (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)