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- 02:17 pmApple introduces iPad Air with powerful M3 chip, new Magic Keyboard, and updated iPad | Mac Daily NewsApple introduces iPad Air with powerful M3 chip, new Magic Keyboard, and updated iPad
Apple on Tuesday introduced the faster, more powerful iPad Air with the M3 chip and built for Apple Intelligence. iPad Air with M3 brings… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:08 pmNew Magic Keyboard launches for iPad Air with lower price, feature upgrades
Apple just announced the new M3 iPad Air and iPad 11, but there’s a brand new accessory debuting too. The iPad Air’s Magic Keyboard has been revised with some of the upgrades seen on the iPad Pro’s Magic Keyboard. more…02:07 pmApple updates base iPad with A16 chip and twice the storage
Alongside the new iPad Air, Apple also refreshed the base model iPad today. The iPad now comes with an A16 chip, and twice the storage, for the same $349 price. That means Apple’s cheapest iPad now starts at 128 GB storage, with 256 GB and an all-new 512 GB size as upgrade options. With a faster chip and twice the storage, the new iPad is even better value for money than the . more…02:03 pmApple unveils new iPad Air powered by M3 chip
There’s something in the air today, and it turns out it’s a new iPad Air. Apple has officially unveiled an updated iPad Air powered by the M3 chip. There’s also a new Magic Keyboard to go along with it and an updated version of the base iPad Air. more…02:00 pmCuktech 30 Power Bank: A hefty yet portable powerhouse [Review] ★★★★☆
Our hands-on Cuktech 30 Power Bank review finds its hefty capacity and charging power useful -- for those willing to lug it around. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)01:58 pmApple defeats U.S. consumer lawsuit over iCloud storage, for the time being
Apple secured a legal victory as a lawsuit accusing the company of unlawfully dominating the digital storage market with its iCloud storage… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:45 pmBest time to buy a Mac: Should you buy a Mac or MacBook now?
Macworld Whether you are updating your old MacBook laptop or planning to buy your first Mac part of the decision of which model to buy should be based on timing. Before you part with your money you should check that the model you are buying isn’t about to be upgraded by Apple. There is nothing worse than buying a new MacBook Air only to see Apple update the models a month later. Luckily you are here reading this article so the chance of you making a mistake like that is slim (although you should check the date this article was last updated!) In this article, we’ll tell you the best time to buy a MacBook, when to buy a Mac, at what time of year Apple usually updates its Macs, and whether an update is expected soon. We’ll also mention if there are any particular configurations to avoid. We will run through each Mac and MacBook Apple currently sells and assess whether now is a good time to buy one based on educated guesses as to when the next one will launch. Sometimes if you wait a month or two you can get more for your money – provided Apple keeps its prices the same. Before you make the decision of which Mac to buy you should also check out our Mac buying guide and our MacBook buying guide. We also offer advice about how much storage, RAM and cores in How much MacBook RAM, SSD, GPU and CPU do you really need? If you are reading this around Black Friday, read our advice in our guide to the best Black Friday MacBook deals and the best Mac mini and iMac deals. And if you want to know what other Apple products are discounted read Best Black Friday Apple deals. When will Apple launch new Macs? There are a couple of things that can help when predicting when a new model might land. One is to be aware of when Apple last updated the range. The other is to note when Apple has previously announced updates to that range. Apple updated the MacBook Pro, Mac mini and iMac at an event in October 2024. The next update is expected to come in March 2025, with Apple due to update the MacBook Air. Then the Mac Studio and Mac Pro updates are likely to happen at WWDC in June 2025. Take a look at our article about Apple Events and the new products expected from Apple to check that the outlook hasn’t changed. Most recent/current launches: 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max – October 2024 24-inch iMac, M4 – October 2024 Mac mini, M4 and M4 Pro – October 2024 15-inch MacBook Air, M3 – March 2024 (RAM update in October 2024) Mac Studio, M2 Max and M2 Ultra – June 2023 Mac Pro, M2 Ultra – June 2023 13-inch MacBook Air, M2 – July 2022 (RAM update in October 2024) As for the times when a Mac launch is most likely. In the past, the most likely times to see Mac updates were: WWDC in June for professional Mac models (e.g. Mac Studio and Mac Pro) and October for consumer-focused Macs (e.g. MacBook Air and Mac mini). However, as you will see when you read on, this is not a rule that Apple abides by particularly, nor does Apple always launch new Macs at special events: it often just takes the Apple Store offline for a few hours and then when it returns new Mac models are available as it did in October 2024. We expect that updates for the following Macs are likely to arrive in the next few months. 13- & 15-inch MacBook Air, M4: Now that the MacBook Pro has an M4 chip we expect that the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air will get an update soon. See: MacBook Air rumors. Expected launch: March 2025. Mac Studio, M4: The Mac Studio have been running on the M2 Max and M2 Ultra since June 2023. An updated to the M4 Max/Ultra is expected in 2025, perhaps at WWDC in June June. See: M4 Mac Studio. Mac Pro, M4: Like the Mac Studio, we expect a update to the Mac Pro in June 2025. MacBook Pro, M5: The MacBook Pro is expected to get upgraded to the M5 in October 2025. iMac Pro: Apple discontinued the larger-screened 27-inch iMac when the Mac Studio was introduced, but there are rumors that it could make a comeback. Read about the new iMac Pro. Expected launch: late 2025/2026. When can you get the best Mac deals? If you are thinking of buying a new Mac and the last few months of the year are approaching, you should hold on to take advantage of deals season. From October onwards is when we tend to see the most deals, with everyone saving their best discounts for the weeks around Black Friday at the end of November. If you are wondering whether to wait until Black Friday itself or take advantage of an early deal that’s marked as being ‘early Black Friday’ or similar, our advice is to just go for it! In the past lots of retailers have started their Black Fridays sales a long time before the day itself and promised that prices won’t go any lower on Black Friday itself. It’s unlikely that Apple will offer any discounts for Black Friday though. The company tends to offer vouchers with qualifying sales around Black Friday, and we don’t expect that to change: here’s what Apple is likely to be doing for Black Friday. So don’t expect Apple to offer discounts on Black Friday, but you might be able to get money off Apple products from another reseller. We see many resellers offering Black Friday deals on Apple products, so come back around Black Friday and check out the best. But we don’t only see prices cut for Black Friday, we see deals on Apple products all year round – so don’t assume you can’t get money off a new Apple product when you need to buy one. Check out our round-ups of the best Apple deals: Best MacBook Air deals Best Mac Studio deals Best MacBook Pro deals Best Mac mini deals Best iMac deals There are other ways to save money too: How to get an Apple student discount at Apple’s Education Store Apple Back to School deal Why you should buy a refurbished Mac Best place to buy a refurbished Mac How much can you save at Apple’s refurbished store? Is it a good time to buy a Mac or MacBook? Let’s take a look at each Mac and MacBook on the market and assess if you should consider buying it now. Check the date at the top of the article to see when we last updated this information. Should I buy a 13-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,099 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $899 View Deal $1004 View Deal $1,049 View Deal $1099 View Deal $1099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $899 at B&H$1004 at Walmart Electronics$1,049 at Amazon View more prices from Apple United StatesBest Buy Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a 13-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Retailer Price $899 View Deal $1004 View Deal $1,049 View Deal $1099 View Deal $1099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket WAIT Last update: March 2024 Next update: Spring 2025 There are three versions of the MacBook Air available to buy right now. There are two 13-inch models: one with an M2 chip that launched in July 2022 and one with an M3 chip that went on sale in March 2024. There is also a 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 that was updated in March 2024, which we discuss below. The M2 MacBook Air, with its brand-new design, arrived in the summer of 2022. It gained a MagSafe charging port, meaning that two USB-C ports are available. In our 13-inch M2 MacBook Air review we described it as “just right for nearly every user” thanks to its improved display with thinner bezels, full-size function row, killer battery life and outstanding performance in its class. There are still some areas that let it down though, for example, the fact that you can’t plug in more than one other monitor, unless you close the MacBook lid or follow this workaround: How to connect two or more external displays to Apple Silicon Macs. When the M3 version of the MacBook Air arrived in spring 2024 we were impressed, finding that the M3 chip gave a nice performance boost. In October 2024, with the arrival of the M4 in the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air does look a little less impressive, but Apple increased the unified memory (RAM) in the M3 and M2 MacBook Air, from 8GB to 16GB, paving the way for Apple Intelligence. Is now a good time to buy a 13-inch MacBook Air? No The M2 MacBook Air is an excellent machine and it is the cheapest Mac laptop right now. However, the 13-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip only costs $100/£100 more, so our advice would be to pay a little extra for better specs. In October 2024 the M3 MacBook Air had a RAM boost, which is certainly a point in favor of buying one right now, but, with the MacBook Pro gaining an M4 chip at the same time, it’s likely that the MacBook Air will get a similar update soon. Our recommendation is that if you find a good discount on the price of the M3 MacBook Air check that the model being sold includes the now standard 16GB RAM, rather than 8GB RAM. If you find a 16GB equipped M3 MacBook Air at a good price then it will be a good buy, as long as you are prepared for disappointment in early 2025 when the MacBook Air is upgraded. If you want to buy a MacBook Air now check out our round-up of the Best MacBook Air deals. Should I buy a 15-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,299 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1,189 View Deal $1189 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $1,189 at Amazon$1189 at Walmart Electronics$1299 at B&H View more prices from Best Buy Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a 15-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Retailer Price $1,189 View Deal $1189 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket WAIT Last update: March 2024 Next update: Spring 2025 There is another MacBook Air to consider. In our review of the 15-inch MacBook Air we said that the 15-inch MacBook Air is “exactly like the 13-inch MacBook Air only with a bigger display (and thus chassis) and better speakers”. But if you prefer larger laptops then the 15-inch MacBook Air will save you thousands compared to the 16-inch MacBook Pro. It offers better battery life than the smaller model and offers a larger screen, and while it costs a bit more than the 13-inch model, it is much less than the other Mac laptops with larger screens. The 14-inch MacBook Pro starts at $1,599/£1,599, while the 15-inch MacBook Air starts at $1,299/£1,399. Is now a good time to buy a 15-inch MacBook Air? No Apple launched the 15-inch MacBook Air in March 2024 and we expect that Apple will update it in early 2025 with the M4 chip that arrived in the MacBook Pro, iMac and Mac mini in October 2024. One point in favor of the 15-inch MacBook Air is that Apple doubled the unified memory (RAM) in October 2024, so there is at least 16GB RAM as standard in the 15-inch MacBook Air, which should mean that if you find a good deal on a 16GB RAM-equipped model you won’t regret spending your money. Should I buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,599 | $1,799 | $1,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1474 View Deal $1499 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $1474 at Walmart Electronics$1499 at Best Buy$1599 at AppleNot Available at Amazon View more prices from AmazonApple United StatesB&H Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Retailer Price $1474 View Deal $1499 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: October 2025 Apple upgraded the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max in October 2024. We don’t expect to see another update until at least the fall of 2025. When we reviewed the MacBook Pro M4 model we found it offered a good performance boost over the MacBook Pro M3. The boost from 8GB to 16GB unified memory is one benefit, another gain comes in the form of an extra Thunderbolt/USB 4 port. In our review we described the M4 MacBook Pro as: “a package bursting with value. It no longer feels like a compromised laptop, and you get a lot of performance and features for the price”. If you are a pro user who needs a little more oomph then the M4 Pro or M4 Max models offer more ports (including Thunderbolt 5) and superior power. In our review of the M4 Pro models we said they “have what it takes to conquer your processing demands”. Read our review here: 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 review. Is now a good time to buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro? Yes At $1,599/£1,599 the price of the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 is a high compared to the 15-inch MacBook Air, which you can get for $1,299/£1,299, but the latter still only offers the M3 chip and the M4 in the MacBook Pro is leaps ahead. So or recommendation right now is to buy the MacBook Pro if you see a good deal. If you find a deal on the older M3 MacBook Pro we would advise against it because that model has less RAM. If it’s the M4 Pro or M4 Max edition you are after, our recommendation is buy one, you won’t be disappointed. If you want to get the best price for a new MacBook Pro check out our round-up of the Best MacBook Pro deals. Read our full Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M4) review Should I buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $2,499 | $2,899 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $2,229 View Deal $2229 View Deal $2399 View Deal $2499 View Deal $2499 View Deal $2499 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $2,229 at Amazon$2229 at Walmart Electronics$2399 at Best Buy View more prices from AppleApple United StatesB&H Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Retailer Price $2,229 View Deal $2229 View Deal $2399 View Deal $2499 View Deal $2499 View Deal $2499 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: October 2025 Alongside the 14-inch MacBook Pro, in October 2024, Apple introduced a 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro or M4 Max. When we reviewed the M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro model we described it as “a powerful workstation and Apple makes the package even better with Thunderbolt 5, the 12MP Center Stage camera, and the Nano-texture glass display option”. If you need the ultimate in processing muscle, you really want an M4 Max chip, but if a $3,499/£3,499 laptop is out of your budget, the M4 Pro models have what it takes to conquer your processing demands. The larger 16-inch model costs more than it’s smaller sibling, but if you need more battery life and a bigger screen then this is the model for you. If you’re still using an Intel-based MacBook Pro, it’s time to upgrade. For more advice read our comparison of all the MacBook Pro models. Is now a good time to buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro? Yes The 16-inch MacBook Pro was updated in October 2024, so we don’t expect another update for some time. If you can find a good deal then definitely buy one. If it’s power you need and portability isn’t a factor, you may also want to consider the M4 Pro in the Mac mini and a display as a much cheaper option than the 16-inch MacBook Pro. Read our full Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro) review Should I buy a 24-inch iMac now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,299 | $1,499 | $1,699 | $1,899 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1,193 View Deal $1193 View Deal $1194 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $1,193 at Amazon$1193 at Walmart Electronics$1194 at B&H View more prices from AppleApple United StatesBest Buy Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a 24-inch iMac now or wait? Retailer Price $1,193 View Deal $1193 View Deal $1194 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Late 2025/2026 The 24-inch iMac is eye-catching, both in terms of the quality of the 4.5K display and the colorful case. The M4 model arrived in October 2024 with each model available in blue, green, orange, pink, purple, yellow, and silver, with all but silver offering a bold tone on the back that is complemented by a paler version on the front. On the inside the differences are impressive. As we said in our review, “the new 16GB RAM standard, the implementation of Thunderbolt across the board, the improved FaceTime camera, and the Nano-texture glass option are all winning moves by Apple.” The M4 chip inside is the same as you can find in the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro and Mac mini. The iMac is less expensive than the MacBook Pro, starting at $1,299/£1,299 compared to $1,599/£1,599 for the MacBook Pro, but the MacBook Pro is better equipped, with a 10-core GPU, rather than the 8-core GPU found in that entry-level iMac. There’s also double the storage in the MacBook (512GB compared to 256GB). If you are looking for the best value though, the Mac mini is much cheaper than the iMac, starting at $599/£599 for the same spec. Is now a good time to buy a 24-inch iMac? Yes While we feel that it is overpriced, we accept that there are places for which the iMac is ideal–reception desks, living rooms, and so on. If If you’re looking for a new, complete Mac setup– a computer, display, and input devices–the M4 iMac is a great choice. If you do want to buy one then do not pay full price, check our round-up of the best iMac deals. If you need an iMac that is designed with creative pros in mind you should look at the Mac mini with M4 Pro. Read our full Apple iMac (M4) review Should I buy a Mac mini now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $599 | $799 | $999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $529 View Deal $569 View Deal $599 View Deal $599 View Deal $599 View Deal $799 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $529 at Amazon$569 at Walmart Electronics$599 at Apple View more prices from Apple United StatesB&HBest Buy Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a Mac mini now or wait? Retailer Price $529 View Deal $569 View Deal $599 View Deal $599 View Deal $599 View Deal $799 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Late 2025/2026 Apple introduced the M4 Mac mini and M4 Pro Mac mini in October 2024. The Mac mini with M4 or M4 Pro is the long awaited successor to the M2 Mac mini and M2 Pro version. The Mac mini is now even smaller, but it’s just as powerful as any other M4 equipped Mac. The performance and value on offer for just $599/£599 is excellent, if you are trying to spec up a machine to meet higher demands we found that can be expensive, but that is the case with all of Apple’s build-to-order options. The pro version of the Mac mini does much to fill the gap left by the removal of the 27-inch iMac, as long as you have a decent monitor you can use. Is now a good time to buy a Mac mini? Yes We recommend the M4 Mac mini. It offers the same specs as the other M4 Macs for much less money, the only difference being the absence of a screen. But since you can buy a decent 4K display for less than £300/$300 we don’t think that is a big problem. See our round-up of the best monitors for Mac. The M4 Pro Mac mini is a great option for anyone who needs affordable power. The only reason to hold off buying is if you want to wait for Apple to update the Mac Studio with M2 Max and M2 Ultra. However, the Mac Studio starts at $1,999/£2,099, while the M2 Pro Mac mini offers much better value at $1,299/£1,299. If you want to buy a Mac mini now check out our round-up of the Best Mac mini deals. Should I buy a Mac Studio now or wait? Price When Reviewed: £1,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1899 View Deal $1899 View Deal $1949 View Deal $1999 View Deal $1999 View Deal $1999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $1899 at Adorama$1899 at B&H$1949 at Walmart Electronics View more prices from AppleApple United StatesBest Buy Close × Best Prices Today: Should I buy a Mac Studio now or wait? Retailer Price $1899 View Deal $1899 View Deal $1949 View Deal $1999 View Deal $1999 View Deal $1999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket WAIT Last update: June 2023Next update: 2025 The Mac Studio arrived in March 2022 and we were impressed by its processing power, port flexibility and price. In our review we said “The Mac Studio offers exciting processing prowess,” and added: “It may even be a suitable replacement for an Intel Mac Pro in certain situations.” That model was replaced by a Mac Studio with M2 Max or M2 Ultra back in June 2023, but there hasn’t been an update in 2024. In our review of the model that arrived in June 2023, we said that: “The Mac Studio is the ideal Mac–it’s powerful, priced appropriately, has lots of ports for connecting devices, and it won’t take up a lot of desk space,” and described it as a “complete package of processing power, features, and design”. An HDMI upgrade fixes one of our biggest problems with the original Mac Studio, bringing 8K display support and support for more displays overall. Is now a good time to buy a Mac Studio? No It’s getting on for two years since the Mac Studio with M2 Max and M2 Ultra arrived in June 2023, the M4 Max has arrived in the MacBook Pro. That chip which will eventually be destined for the Mac Studio, along with the M4 Ultra (unless Apple jumps straight to the M5). With an update log overdue it certainly looks likely that the Mac Studio will see an update in 2025. We expect Apple to update the model either at, or before, WWDC in June. If you need a powerful machine in the meantime then you are better off considering the M4 Pro Mac mini or M4 Pro or M4 Max MacBook Pro. Alternatively, take advantage of the Best Mac Studio deals, because we do see some big discounts on these models. Read our full Apple Mac Studio (M2 Max, 2023) review Should I buy a Mac Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: From $6,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $6999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $6999 at Apple WAIT Last update: June 2023 Next update: 2025 Apple launched the current Mac Pro in June 2023, three and a half years after the range was last updated in December 2019. That was the first update since December 2013 (which was a wait of six years!) It’s getting on for two years since the last update to the Mac Pro, which given Apple’s track record isn’t that bad… The main benefit of the 2019 Mac Pro design is shared by the design of the 2023 Mac Pro: it offers PCIe expansion slots (seven in total) and its modular design should mean that there is the potential for SSD upgrades down the line (although RAM won’t be upgradable and nor will the GPU or CPU). The Mac Pro has a lot of competition in the form of the Mac Studio, which offers the exact same spec as the Mac Studio and is cheaper. The Mac Pro brings an extra fan, more ports and there is a rack-mounted option. Is now a good time to buy a Mac Pro? No The disadvantage is that Apple hasn’t updated the Mac Pro (or Mac Studio) since mid 2023. While Apple often waits a long time between Mac Pro updates, the M4 Pro has more than caught up with the M2 Max and the M4 Max has edged ahead of the M2 Ultra, so if you need the power then the Mac Pro isn’t looking as attractive next to its siblings When the Mac Pro is finally updated we expect it to leap ahead, so our recommendation it to wait. We expect an update at, or before, WWDC.01:44 pmMagSafe does connect to the iPhone 16e, but incredibly badly
Despite the iPhone 16e getting loud criticism for not including MagSafe, in real-world testing, MagSafe chargers can barely attach to it magnetically.iPhone 16e - Image Credit: AppleBe clear about this from the start — it is a curiosity, it is not an actually useful magnetic connection for chargers. The iPhone 16e does lack MagSafe, and that is a problem, but MagSafe chargers will still connect magnetically to the metals inside it.It was already known that the iPhone 16e would actually charge from MagSafe chargers, it just wouldn't stick to them magnetically. So the phone could never be used on a vertical or reclining MagSafe charger, and it won't ever be mountable in a car. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:12 pmiPhone 16e teardown reveals it's as easily repaired as the iPhone 16
A teardown of the new iPhone 16e shows Apple has adopted repair-friendly practices for the model, with images also giving a close look at Apple's new C1 modem.A clip protects a cable during an iPhone 16e teardown - Image Credit: iFixitIt is customary that every Apple release undergoes disassembly, as repair outfits inspect the internals of the latest hardware. In one teardown a few days after release, the iPhone 16e is shown to have excellent repairability, compared to iPhones just a few years old, and commensurate with the rest of the iPhone 16 lineup.The teardown by iFixit, published on Monday shows that techniques such as the electrically-released battery adhesive is being used in the new model. The system, which replaces the stretch-release adhesive technique, requires power to be applied to a screw post and a conductive tab, releasing the battery within seconds. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmOpera Adds Agentic AI to Its Browser
Agentic AI — getting AI to perform tasks rather than just create content from prompts — is coming to the Opera browser. Browser Operator understands written instructions in natural language using the browser client’s local resources. Opera's AI Composer Engine processes that information to complete tasks in the browser. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.12:48 pmTSMC announcement could actually be a step backwards for US Apple chips
Yesterday’s TSMC announcement of a $100B investment in the US was notable for its lack of any specifics – including whether any of the money had been announced previously. But a new investment note suggests that it could even represent a backwards step when it comes to making Apple chips in the US … more…12:33 pmDon't expect cheaper iCloud storage as Apple wins another monopoly lawsuit
Another lawsuit alleging that Apple uses its monopoly powers to force users to pay more for iCloud storage has been dismissed.Apple's iCloud promo — image credit: AppleIt's now 14 years that Apple has been giving users just 5GB free iCloud storage space each, so it's surely never going to increase that without some outside pressure. The latest of many attempts to apply such pressure, though, has failed.Following its filing in March 2024, a class action suit over the amount and cost of iCloud storage has been dismissed. According to Reuters, US District Judge Eumi Lee in San Jose, California, threw out the case — but said the plaintiffs could file an amended version. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:15 pmiPhone 16e criticized for ‘terrible design’ of USB-C port
Macworld Apple’s new iPhone 16e received a provisional 7/10 repairability rating and a broadly positive write-up in iFixit’s video teardown Monday. But one element came in for stern criticism: the USB-C port. As the presenter notes, the 16e is based on the architecture of the iPhone 14, and this creates some oddities. In some respects the new phone is extremely progressive, featuring a state-of-the-art A18 processor and the first ever sighting of Apple’s in-house C1 modem. But in others it keeps the same design–and repairability problems–as the old 14. “As I’m removing the Taptic Engine and the SIM card space holder,” the presenter explains, “I realise that the USB-C port removal process that saw a significant simplification in the 16 Pro and Pro Max has regressed in the iPhone 16e. “This is probably because of the shared architecture with the base model iPhone 14, but it’s still disappointing to see.” The problem is that repairers cannot simply remove a damaged port assembly and slot in a replacement. Rather, a litany of other components must come out first to allow access: the IR camera, IR projector, and selfie camera; the main camera; the logic board; the SIM card placeholder. In fact, except for the screen, everything in the phone had to be removed to get at the USB-C port. iFixit describes this as a “terrible design.” And it’s not like this is a minor issue: the company warns that the port is a frequent point of failure because of the mechanical wear and tear it’s subjected to in normal use. This is a component that frequently needs to be repaired. In other respects iFixit was impressed by the iPhone 16e. It commended, for example, a new metal housing that protects a flex cable on the back housing and prevents repairers from accidentally severing it when opening up the case from that direction. (The cables connecting the screen are not protected in this way and must be treated with care.) The site concluded that the overall experience had been a positive one–but those issues with the USB-C port mar what could have been a standout performance.12:02 pmCuriously, the iPhone 16e gets so close to supporting MagSafe
The oddest omission in the iPhone 16e is the lack of support for MagSafe. Indeed, the scale of the surprise at this led Apple to issue an explanation of sorts. But the position becomes all the stranger, thanks to the discovery that the phone comes so close to supporting it … more…12:01 pmWhich iPhone has the best camera?
Macworld Every year without fail, the new iPhone delivers one of the best cameras on any smartphone. Basically, any iPhone you buy—even the previous year’s model—will snap excellent photos and record videos in stellar quality. It’s that consistency, along with the popularity of Macs among photo and video professionals, that makes the iPhone so popular among photographers and videographers (read: How Oscar-winning ‘Anora’ director got his start shooting on an iPhone). Whether you’re a pro or just an enthusiast, the iPhone that is best for photography is almost always the newest one—but that also tends to be the most expensive option, so is that the model you should buy? While the top of the range iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max both offer advanced cameras and impressive technologies that will result in professional-looking photographs, the other iPhones still take excellent photos and are worthy of consideration. We will run through the current iPhones that Apple is selling now to advise on the best iPhone for photography that fits within your budget. You may also like to read our iPhone buying guide and our iPhone comparison. iPhone Cameras overview We’ll begin with an overview of the camera specs for the current iPhone models, before running through what’s new and what’s the same on the current iPhones. Then we’ll look in more detail at the camera features that Apple has introduced over the years. iPhoneMain cameraUltra WideTele-photoOptical ZoomStabilis-ationPortraits & stylesFeaturesiPhone 16 Pro (Max)48MP, f/1.7848MP, f/2.212MP, f/2.80.5, 1, 2, 5xSecond-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisationNext-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control, Portrait Lighting with six effects, Latest-generation Photographic Styles, Night mode portraitsAdaptive True Tone flash, Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Night mode, 48MP macro photography, Apple ProRAWiPhone 16 (Plus)48MP, f/1.612MP, f/2.2n/a0.5, 1, 2xSensor-shift optical image stabilisationNext-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control, Portrait Lighting with six effects, Latest-generation Photographic StylesTrue Tone flash, Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Night mode, Macro photographyiPhone 15 (Plus)48MP, f/1.612MP, f/2.4n/a0.5, 1, 2xSensor-shift optical image stabilisationPortrait mode with Depth Control, Portrait Lighting with six effects, Photographic StylesTrue Tone flash, Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Night modeiPhone 16e48MP, ƒ/1.6n/an/a1x, 2xOptical image stabilisationPortrait mode with Depth Control, Portrait Lighting with six effects, Photographic StylesTrue Tone flash, Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Night mode Best iPhone Camera The best iPhone camera is always going to be the one in the top of the range iPhone for each year, so right now the best iPhone camera is the one in the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max. That wasn’t always the case: in the past the Pro Max model has offered a better camera than that in the Pro model – for example the iPhone 15 Pro Max had a 5x zoom that that iPhone 15 Pro didn’t. Currently though, there is no difference, other than how the iPhone feels in your hand. 1. Apple iPhone 16 Pro – Best iPhone for photography Price When Reviewed: $999 Best Prices Today: New Refurbished Retailer Price $999 View Deal Apple $999 View Deal $999.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – Natural Titanium – Unlocked – eSIM $879 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – Desert Titanium – Unlocked – eSIM $909 View Deal iPhone 16 Pro 128GB – Black Titanium – Unlocked – eSIM $939.99 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket $999 at Apple$999 at Apple $999.99 at Best Buy As with all Pro and Pro Max iPhones, the current generation offers three cameras on the rear, a main camera, ultra wide and telephoto. This time the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have identical camera systems that improve upon the iPhone 15 Pro Max with an upgraded 48MP ultra wide camera, joining the 48MP main camera, but the real improvements come from the addition of a new Camera Control button and improved software. The Camera Control button, which also features on the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, can open your camera app (even third-party apps), act like a shutter button, and be tapped and swiped to adjust image controls like exposure or zoom. The second-generation Photographic Styles are a big improvement over the previous version of the feature, giving you more creative control over how your photos and videos look. This feature is also shared with the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus. Features unique to the 16 Pro and Pro Max include Night Mode Portraits and 48MP macro photography. ONly PRo and Pro Max iPhones can shoot in ProRAW. If you’re into video, you’ll appreciate the improved microphones, higher 120fps 4K frame rate, and AI-powered audio mix feature that lets you quickly produce videos that sound great. Read our full Apple iPhone 16 Pro review 2. Apple iPhone 16 Price When Reviewed: $799 Best Prices Today: New Refurbished Retailer Price $829 View Deal $829.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price iPhone 16 128GB – Black – Unlocked – eSIM $717 View Deal iPhone 16 128GB – Ultramarine – Unlocked – eSIM $749 View Deal iPhone 16 128GB – Pink – Unlocked – eSIM $750 View Deal Price comparison from Backmarket $829 at Apple$829.99 at Best Buy The regular iPhone 16 lacks the telephoto camera and can only zoom to 2x, but the photographic gap between the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Pro isn’t as large as it has been in the past. Sure, it doesn’t shoot in ProRES video, but it can zoom in to a 2x optical image using the main camera’s 48 megapixel sensor. It supports the new Photographic Styles, has the Camera Control button, and now takes macro photos (albeit not at 48MP) and video and Spatial video too (though the latter isn’t much use if you don’t have a Vision Pro). Between the Camera Control button, features like Audio Mix, and the new photographic styles, we’d take the regular iPhone 16 over the iPhone 15 Pro if you happened to find the older phone on sale. Read our full Apple iPhone 16 review 3. Apple iPhone 16e Price When Reviewed: From $599 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $599 at Apple The iPhone 16e, new in February 2025, offers just the one camera on the rear, so if you really want to take ultra wide photos you probably want to look elsewhere, but in many ways this is a decent camera phone. The iPhone 16e might have replaced the iPhone SE and iPhone 14, but the camera is leaps ahead of those in the iPhone SE and iPhone 14. We’re talking a 48MP, ƒ/1.6 aperture in the iPhone 16e compared to a 12MP, ƒ/1.8 aperture in the iPhone SE and 12MP, ƒ/1.5 aperture in the iPhone 14. Of course, the iPhone 14 also had an ultra wide camera. The iPhone 14 and SE are no longer on sale. In comparison to iPhones that are on sale: namely the iPhone 16 and 15, the iPhone 16e shares the 48MP, ƒ/1.6 aperture main camera, and the photographic software features. What it lacks is the macro photography and Camera Control button of the iPhone 16, and the 0.5x zoom and improved sensor-shift optical image stabilisation of both. Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control, Action mode, and Cinematic mode for recording video, are also only available in the 15 and 16. 4. Apple iPhone 15 Price When Reviewed: From $699 (Was $799) Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $729 View Deal $729.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket $729 at Apple$729.99 at Best Buy If you don’t need all the bells and whistles of the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 still sounds a little bit expensive to you, the iPhone 15 is still a great option if you are looking for a iPhone that can offer ultra wide photography. iPhone 15 has a dual-camera array with a wide-angle and ultra-wide camera. It was the first generation to offer 48MP with Apple’s quad-pixel sensor and 100 percent Focus Pixels for fast autofocus. The iPhone 15 can take 2X telephoto shots despite not having a dedicated telephoto lens. If you aren’t keen on the Camera Control button on the newer iPhones, this could be a good option. One disadvantage of the iPhone 15 is that it doesn’t support Apple Intelligence. It is possible that Apple will introduce photography related features that use Apple Intelligence in the future, and if it does this iPhone may not support them. Read our full Apple iPhone 15 review How the iPhone cameras compare Every year, with each new iPhone, Apple improves the camera and video features of its iPhones. With the iPhone 16 line, the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have the same camera hardware, while the iPhone 15 Pro models that launched a year earlier in 2023 (since discontinued) had different telephoto cameras. The Pro models differentiate themselves from the non-Pro models with the third camera – telephoto – and a sharper 48 megapixel ultra-wide camera. iPhoneMain cameraUltra WideTelephotoOptical ZoomiPhone 16 Pro (Max)48MP, f/1.7848MP, f/2.212MP, f/2.80.5, 1, 2, 5xiPhone 16 (Plus)48MP, f/1.612MP, f/2.2n/a0.5, 1, 2xiPhone 15 Pro Max*48MP, f/1.7812MP, f/2.212MP f/2.80.5, 1, 2, 5xiPhone 15 Pro*48MP, f/1.7812MP, f/2.212MP f/2.80.5, 1, 2, 3xiPhone 15 (Plus)48MP, f/1.612MP, f/2.4n/a0.5, 1, 2xiPhone 16e 48MP, ƒ/1.6n/an/a1x, 2x*Handsets that are no longer sold by Apple are shown in italics, you may still be able to buy one of these models. Looking at the specs sheet you wouldn’t think the iPhone 16 offered an improvement over the iPhone 15, but its Ultra Wide camera now supports macro photography. The iPhone 16e only offers the single 48MP Fusion lens on the rear, which likens it to the discontinued iPhone SE, but the 2-in-1 camera system in the iPhone 16e is much better than the 12MP single-camera system in the iPhone SE. The single camera on the rear of the iPhone 16e is also better than the 12MP Main camera of the discontinued iPhone 14. The compromise with the iPhone 16e comes down to whether or not you want the ultra wide lens or the macro photography offered by the iPhone 16 and above. Those cameras can also shoot spatial photos and video for the Vision Pro, too, but we don’t think that is something a iPhone 16e user will really miss. “Hidden Gem” (water bead in leaf) by Jirasak Panpiansin (@joez19). Macro photograph, shot on iPhone 13 Pro Max. Apple The apertures are also a variation across iPhones, changing with practically every generation as Apple tries to design an iPhone capable of even better low-light photography. The iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16e and iPhone 15 and 15 Plus all offer a ƒ/1.6 aperture on the main camera, while the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max offer an ƒ/1.78 aperture on the main camera. Another difference is that the iPhone 16 and Plus (and 15 and 15 Plus) offer sensor-shift optical image stabilization, the iPhone 16e offers just optical image stabilization, and the 16 Pro and Max offer superior second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilization. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max share a 5x zoom (which first appeared in the iPhone 15 Pro Max). This makes a huge difference in telephoto shots. The iPhone 16, Plus and 16e can up to 2x and the 48MB camera helps achieve this. How the zooms compare: iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. iPhone 15 Pro Max Simon Lohmann What features do iPhone cameras have? All iPhones can take good photographs thanks to Apple’s innovations in photography software and the processing that runs in the background. The Photonic Engine (which arrived with the iPhone 14 range) is a computational photography technology that can make low-light photos look better, among other things. The Photonic Engine builds on the Deep Fusion software, which arrived with the iPhone 11. The Deep Fusion process involves the camera taking multiple shots with different exposures and combining them using AI to produce better images that the tiny sensors in a smartphone would otherwise be capable of. Photographic Styles arrived with the iPhone 13. These are preset styles that are applied when you take a photograph, rather than adding a filter after the photo is taken. The benefit is that adjustments are applied to the right elements of an image—maintaining skin tones, etc—rather than to the whole image. The five presets are Standard, Rich Contrast, Vibrant, Warm and Cool and you can adjust Tone and Warmth for each. If you find a Photographic Styles you are happy with you can set it so your iPhone always uses it, saving you editing time later. You can of course edit your photos later using the filters in the Photos app. The iPhone 16e and iPhone 15 range offer Photographic Styles. New to the iPhone 16 line are second-generation Photographic Styles, which offer greater control over color and tone mapping with an easier interface. They can also be applied non-destructively after the shot is taken, and even changed, while the first Photographic Styles had to be applied as you took the photo. It’s a really big deal—proper application of the new Photographic Styles can allow you to produce iPhone shots let look a little more natural, contrast-y, and less over-saturated. A low-light photo taken with the iPhone 15 Pro.Jim Martin / Foundry With every generation, Apple seeks to improve low-light photography. This is no more apparent than in the automatic Night Mode settings that arrived in the iPhone 11 and have improved over the generations since. A Night Mode Portrait setting arrived with the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max, and is available in all Pro models since. Speaking of portraits, Portrait Mode and a Portrait Lighting feature allows you to select effects to ‘light’ your portrait. You can adjust the depth of field for these portraits to create more or less background blur. A next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control was introduced with the iPhone 15 range, and features in the iPhone 16 range with the exception of the iPhone 16e, which offers Portrait Mode with Depth Control. The Portrait Mode also inspires Cinematic Mode for making videos on the iPhone. With this setting the camera can record video with a shallow depth of field, so that there is more focus on the subject. Cinematic Mode is available on the iPhone 13-series and later, but is missing from the iPhone 16e. Another fun video mode is Action Mode. A feature that arrived with the iPhone 14-series, Action Mode lets you capture smooth video when you’re moving. This is another feature missing from the iPhone 16e. Smart HDR has been around since the iPhone XS and XR in 2018, but, since the 15th-generation iPhone, it’s now Smart HDR 5. Those are some of the standout features that have arrived in recent years, but there is so much more. For example, Live Photos let you take 3-second captures with each picture so you can pick the still image you want, create a Gif-like effect, or just keep the short clip. You can make a QuickTake video by holding the shutter button on the iPhone XS, iPhone XR, and later. And, of course, every iPhone can shoot time-laps and slo-mo videos as well as square, Portrait, and pano photographs. Are iPhones good for video? All iPhones currently sold offer 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps, 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps and Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps or 240 fps. New to the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max is 4K Dolby Vision video at up to 120fps. Only the iPhone 16 Pro and Max offer 100 fps and 120 fps 4K video recording and ProRes video recording at 120 fps in 4K and 4K slow-mo video. The differences relate to features like Cinematic mode on the iPhone 13 and 14-series (but on only in 4K HDR on the iPhone 14-series and up), ProRes and Macro video recording (only available on the Pro and Max iPhones, and HDR video recording, which is not available on the iPhone SE. The video recording features of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are superior to the previous generation, with the addition of Log video recording and the Academy Color Encoding System. ProRes video recording up to 4K at 120 fps with external recording equipment for these models too. All current iPhones offer Audio Zoom and Wind noise reduction, which can help reduce background noise when recording. Only the iPhone 16 Pro and Max offer a studio-quality four-mic array. Features like Action Mode and Cinematic mode, mentioned above, will no doubt prove useful to anyone making video with an iPhone. Further reading: iPhone camera tips to take better photos How to disable the camera shutter sound on an iPhone or iPad How to remotely control your iPhone’s camera11:15 amForget Siri, iOS 18.4 brings the iPhone emoji update everyone wants
Macworld Apple may have delayed the launch of the new Apple Intelligence-powered Siri to iOS 18.5, but iPhone users will still have a reason to download iOS 18.4 as soon as it arrives. Seven reasons, actually. The second iOS 18.4 beta unveiled seven new emoji that were part of version 16 of the Unicode Consortium’s emoji list. They include: Face with bags under eyes Fingerprint Leafless tree Root vegetable (basically a beet, although turnip is included in the searchable keywords) Harp Shovel Splatter The list, which also includes the flag for the island of Sark, off the coast of France, was finalized in September. The emoji will be available in iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS 15.4. The otherwise minor update will likely land in mid- to late March. The Unicode Consortium has already approved emojis for version 17, which could see a release later this year in iOS 19: Distorted face, cartoon fight cloud, ballet dancer, apple core, killer whale, big foot, trombone, landslide, and treasure chest.11:00 amApple @ Work Podcast: Getting the right data into your LLM tools
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Macworld The Macalope believes it was Shakespeare who wrote “Kill all the estimates of iPhone sales.” He might have that off slightly but he’s pretty sure it was something like that. This has long been a hot topic for the Macalope, probably peaking when the iPhone X was released. Boy, that was a wild avalanche of nonsense. Take your mind back to the heady days of early 2018, if you can. The Philadelphia Eagles were Super Bowl champions (can you imagine?), California legalized recreational use of marijuana (we got so high that weekend–you couldn’t feel your face, remember?), and Nikkei reported that Apple had cut iPhone X orders by not 10, not 20, not even 30 but a whopping 50 percent. This made complete sense as Apple is notoriously terrible at running its own business. This wackadoodle idea was taken at face value and we were informed that almost nobody wanted the iPhone X via headlines that read “Almost nobody wants the iPhone X”. Clearly this was a big problem and pundits were only too ready to explain where Apple went wrong with the iPhone X under headlines that read “Here’s Where Apple Went Wrong With the iPhone X”. So helpful. And has Apple even said thank you? IDG Pundits were falling over themselves repeating this story and some even upped the ante, saying Apple hadn’t cut orders by 50 percent, don’t be ridiculous. No, it had cut iPhone X orders by 66 percent. This probably would have continued until they were suggesting Apple had cut iPhone X orders by infinity percent but this commentary ran through spring and pundits had to get on with telling us what a disappointment the iPhone XS was going to be. As it turns out–ha, funny story–this was all wrong. The iPhone X topped sales charts and took 35 percent of the total handset industry profit. Oopsie doopsie. Oh, well. The Macalope brings this up not just because it’s demonstrably easier to write a column that is basically a rehash of previous columns he’s written over the years. Partly because of that, though, because boy is it ever! It’s like doing a clips episode! But really because John Gruber noted the other day that it’s still going on. Not about the iPhone X, but now about the iPhone 16 line. As Gruber points out, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicted last fall that the iPhone 16 Pros would underperform and the big winner would be the iPhone 16 Plus. These were guesstimates (or “estiguesses”, depending on what part of the country you’re from) that were not born out by the facts. …I think Kuo picks these numbers not at random, and not based on an honest attempt to even guess the actual sales, but rather to create headlines and inject his name into the news. John Gruber, March 2, 2025 There is no doubt that this is a tactic many analysts take. The Macalope does not think that Trip Chowdhry actually believed Apple would “disappear” in 60 days if it didn’t release an “iWatch” in 2014. He was making a bombastic statement in order to get attention. Why anyone would want to get attention as a wrongness engine is a bit beyond the Macalope, but it’s clear that some people see that as a winning strategy. Actually, looking around at things today, they’re probably right. The Macalope has been talking about Apple sales estimates since October of 2006, when Merrill Lynch cut iPod estimates (remember iPods?) from 8.3 to 7.7 million, just days before the company announced the real number. That number? 8.7 million. Look, maybe we should just stop trying to estimate Apple unit sales until we can figure out what’s going on. Which will probably be never.10:15 amApple CEO Tim Cook teases unknown “Air” product via social media, adds to speculation
On Monday, Apple CEO Tim Cook added to an already fervent amount of speculation by posting an animated post on X that read, “There’s something in the AIR,” the same tagline used by Steve Jobs to unveil the original MacBook Air at Macworld San Francisco in January 2008. Per Macworld, the post comes only a […] Source10:00 amPicoChat app for iOS, iPadOS adds retro Nintendo PictoChat features to iMessage
If you missed Nintendo’s PictoChat feature from its DS handheld devices, you’re going to like this. The PicoChat application, developed by Idrees Hassan, adds PictoChat-esque features to Apple’s iMessage. While iMessage already includes built-in drawing via Digital Touch, but PicoChat recreates the distinct aesthetic and interaction style of PictoChat. PictoChat itself was a built-in messaging […] Source