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- 07:29 pmApple just released new AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 firmware for all users
Apple has released new firmware for AirPods Pro 2, the first update since iOS 18.1 added support for powerful new hearing health features. AirPods 4 got an update too. Here are the details. more…07:20 pmHow to add fonts to an iPad
You're not stuck with the fonts that come preinstalled on your iPad. We walk you through the process of adding more. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:05 pmLittleBITS: TidBITS Website and App Connectivity Issues Resolved
Our server move to Cloudways is complete, but it hasn’t been entirely smooth. Various security-related changes at Cloudways caused access errors that proved difficult to troubleshoot.06:50 pmApple execs address Mac mini's hidden power button in 2024 redesign
Apple's 2024 Mac mini stashes the power button underneath, a bold move that executives say aligns with user habits, even if it's left some fans scratching their heads.The new 2024 Mac mini. Image credit: AppleThe company's latest Mac mini is significantly downsized — about half the size of its predecessor. The overhaul makes it more compact and gave Apple's designers challenges in laying out external features.Apple's Vice Presidents, Greg Joswiak, Apple's Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, and John Ternus, Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, explained to IThome. They emphasized that the compact form factor still makes it easy to access the button by tucking a finger underneath to press it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:23 pmSave $100 on The M2 iPad Air 13-inch 128GB
The 13-inch M2 iPad Air is on sale today, slashing $100 off $799, bringing it down to $699. The M2 chip and iPadOS allows you to multitask between apps for work, watching movies or shows, and play games that are graphic intensive. It comes with 128GB SSD Storage, which can store thousands of photos and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:21 pmAndroid users’ Emoji reactions can now be seen by iPhone users
The release of iOS 18 saw that Apple has added Rich Communication Services or RCS support, replacing MMS/SMS as its default “green bubble” chatting standard, adding typing indicators and read receipts to see if the person has read your message. The RCS Feature is also expected to support Android emoji reactions, with Apple or Google […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:21 pmThird developer beta round adds new Find My feature
The third round of developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 have arrived, alongside the second round builds of tvOS 18.2, and watchOS 11.2.Examples of Apple Intelligence at work. The third round of developer betas follows after the second, which for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, arrived on November 4, while the first was on October 23. For tvOS 18.2 and watchOS 11.2, this is the second beta round.The third builds of iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2 are build number 22C5131e, replacing 22C5125e. The third macOS Sequoia 15.2 build is 24C5079e, up from 24C5073e. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:20 pmApple distributes parts for iPhone 16 models for self-service repair program
Apple has tools and parts for all iPhone 16 models available for ordering from their repair stores in European countries and the United States as part of the self-service program, seven weeks following the release of the new smartphones. Tools and repair parts for the iPhone 16’s battery, rear camera, Face ID camera in TrueDepth, […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:18 pmDismantling of M4 Mac Mini shared on YouTube
A YouTube Channel called Brandon Geekabit provided us with a video of dismantling the base model of the latest Mac Mini that features 256GB of storage, 16GB RAM, and the new M4 Chip. The teardown video shows us what’s inside the smallest Mac ever made, showing the cooling system, power supply, and logic board of […] The post appeared first on iLounge.06:16 pmBest cheap antivirus deals for Mac
Macworld With Apple already including built-in antivirus protection for Macs you might be wondering “Do Macs need antivirus software?” especially when confronted by pricy monthly subscriptions for services. In this article we’ll explain why you need an extra layer of protection and how to get the best Mac antivirus software deals. Mac security software adds another layer of protection to what Apple already provides, with features that can help to protect your identity, passwords, and financial details. These are the things that criminals are after, and they’ll often use cunning ways to extract them rather than spending time trying to break past Apple’s defenses in macOS. Although some of the packages here are solely focused on macOS, others will also protect Android and Windows devices you might also own, and that makes the price of protection much cheaper per computer. Our best deal this month is Intego Mac Internet Security X9 – you can get it for $24.99/£20.99 a year for one Mac, normally $49.99/£49.99 a year get the deal here. We’ve evaluated many antivirus for Mac solutions from several companies, including free and low-cost options as well as some more feature-packed alternatives. See our round-up of the Best antivirus for Mac. Here we will share the best free antivirus options as well as the best deals we have seen on the paid-for antivirus solutions. Best free antivirus for Mac Several companies offer free antivirus software for Mac. However, you should always be cautious using a free antivirus and don’t expect all the features of the paid-for options. Avast Security for Mac (read our review) – offers a free option alongside the Premium plan. Get it here. Avira Free Antivirus for Mac (read our review) – is free and also includes a VPN. Get it here. AVG Antivirus For Mac (read our review) – free version offers basic features. Get it here. Bitdefender Virus Scanner for Mac (read our review) – is free to use. Get it here. Intego VirusBarrier Scanner (read our review) – free virus scanner. Get it here. Malwarebytes Antivirus for Mac – has a free version as well as a paid version. Get it here. Sophos Home – there’s a free plan, plus you can get the full version for a 30-day trial. Get it here. Cheapest antivirus deals for Mac You’ll find the following Mac antivirus recommendations in our round-up of the Best antivirus for Mac. We’re just presenting the lower-priced options here, but if you look at the roundup you may find alternative deals that suit you better. 1. Intego Mac Internet Security X9 Pros Built for Mac Easy to set up Cons No protection from phishing links in email Price When Reviewed: From $24.99 for first year, then $49.99 a year (1 Mac) Using our link First-year, 1 Mac$24.992-year, 1 Mac$42.24 First-year, 3 Macs$33.99See all plans & pricing at Intego Intego Mac Internet Security X9 offers a useful set of security utilities that help keep your Mac safe and running smoothly and its user-friendly interface is right at home with Apple’s macOS aesthetic. We have a special deal for Intego Mac Internet Security X9 so you can get it for $24.99/£20.99 a year for one Mac: get the deal here. There’s also a two-year intro rate of $42.24/£35.99 that can be chosen at checkout. Read our full Intego Mac Internet Security X9 review 2. Norton 360 Pros Fast, good performance and stability Minimal performance impact Cons Unable to scan .zip archives Price When Reviewed: Standard (3 devices): $39.99 for first year, then $94.99 a year; Deluxe (5 devices): $49.99 for first year, then $119.99 a year 1 year, 3 devices$39.991 year, 5 devices$49.991 year, 3 devices (Amazon)$14.99 The user interface is clean and friendly and the program ran both its foreground and background tasks briskly, with no crashes or slowdowns. There are some differences between the UK and US versions of Norton 360. In the U.S. you pay $39.99 for Norton 360 Standard which gives you protection for 3 devices, but in the U.K. it’s £24.99 for Norton 360 Standard for just one device. We’ve seen deals on Amazon. For example, at Amazon U.S. Norton 360 Deluxe (covering three devices) is $14.99 get the deal here. In the U.K. there’s also a deal on Amazon U.K. Get cover for three devices for just £12.99. Get the deal here Read our full Norton 360 review 3. Avast Premium Security Pros Impressive malware detection and network tools Easy to specify antiviral scan types and target volumes Cons Descriptions of suspect files lack detail Price When Reviewed: From $50.28 for first year, then $77.99 a year. First-year, 1 Mac$50.28First-year, 10 devices$69.48 This suite offers a good suite of tools at a good price. The best functions such as VPN, disk cleanup, and anti-tracking tools are only available on the “Ultimate” subscription tier. Avast will cover for one Mac for $50.28/£39.99 for first year. Read our full Avast Premium Security review 4. McAfee Total Protection Pros Good, customizable set of security tools Background scanning feature Cons Can be laggy Price When Reviewed: Single: $29.99 (1 device) for first year, then $89.99 Essential: $39.99 (5 devices) for first year, then $119.99 a year 1 year, 1 device$29.991 year, 5 devices$39.99PCWorld Software Store$19.99 McAfee Total Protection offers some good tools with good background protection and customization as well as an easy means of keeping your devices secure. You can get McAfee Total Protection for five devices for $39.99 for one year in the U.S. usually $119.99 get the U.S. deal here. It’s £34.99 a year for five devices for the first year in the U.K., usually £95.99 get the U.K. deal here. Read our full McAfee Total Protection review 5. Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac Pros Easy to scan external volumes such as flash drives Nice user interface Cons Occasional freezes Limited VPN Price When Reviewed: $34.99 per year, 3 devices (usually $59.99) 1 year, 3 devices$34.99 Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac offers a handy, customizable user interface and good features. Bitdefender Total Security is currently £29.99 a year in the U.K., and 33% off, $39.99 in the U.S. for a one-year subscription for three devices, get the U.S. deal here / get the U.K. deal here. Read our full Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac review 6. Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac Pros Good malware detection Low system load Cons Fewer extra features than less-expensive options Price When Reviewed: $29.95 for first year, then $39.95 a year (1 Mac) Trend Micro Antivirus is a good program with well-rated antivirus protection and a simple, straightforward interface that users will appreciate. Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac is currently $29.99 for first year for one Mac, usually $39.95: Get the U.S. deal here / Currently £19.95 for first year for one Mac, usually £49.99: Get the U.K. deal here. Read our full Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac review How to find a good antivirus deal It can be tricky to know where to start with antivirus. Protecting your tech from malware, ransomware and other cyber attacks is such an important thing to do, but most of the services available appear to be very similar to one another, so it’s hard to understand which are the most secure, and which are the best value. You can rest assured that we will only share deals here if we think they’re good enough to be worth buying. Everything we share here will be a great saving on a service we trust. We recommend taking a look at our article all about the best Mac antivirus to help you get a better understanding of which services we like most. You’ll find that antivirus discounts can be huge, often at more than half price for your Mac or mobile devices. Do note that these are typically first-year deals, and at renewal you’ll pay the regular price.06:15 pmTrump tariffs will raise prices, but Apple could avoid harsher taxes
Proposed tariffs under the Trump administration could trigger considerable price increases for consumer electronics in the United States, though Apple may be able to weather the storm.Apple CEO Tim Cook [left] with Donald Trump [right]During his first time in office, President Donald Trump's trade war with China resulted in price increases. While there were threats that Apple's products would be dinged by tariffs, Tim Cook's regular Trump talks helped Apple avoid being hurt by the import charges.For Trump's second term in office, it seems that a similar situation could happen again, with Chinese imports being hit with high tariffs. However, this time Apple is in a much better position. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:08 pmiOS 18.2 beta 3 now available to developers
iOS 18.2 beta 3 is here. The update is now rolling out to developer beta testers and it comes after last week’s release of the second beta. iOS 18.2 will be released to everyone in December and includes new Apple Intelligence features, upgrades to Find My, and more. more…06:08 pmmacOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 3 available now for download
A new beta for macOS Sequoia 15.2 is rolling out now to developers. Beta 3 brings the latest revisions and improvements to Mac users ahead of the public 15.2 launch next month. more…06:05 pmNew Apple TV+ docuseries peeks into ‘secret lives’ of animals
Narrated by English actor Hugh Bonneville, new Apple TV+ docuseries "The Secret Lives of Animals" promises to get weird in the wild. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:00 pmMagSafe Monday: Baseus launches new MagSafe charging accessories
is not a brand I’ve covered extensively in the past, but with their latest MagSafe release, I will certainly be in the future. They recently released a handful of new MagSafe accessories that I am looking forward to reviewing soon. more…05:36 pmApple releasing Vision Pro immersive music experience from The Weeknd this Thursday
Apple has another new piece of immersive video content coming soon to the Vision Pro. The company has released a teaser trailer for ‘Open Hearts,’ a new immersive music experience from The Weeknd that’s debuting exclusively on Vision Pro this Thursday. Here’s a first look. more…05:15 pmPlugBug Travel wall charger with built-in Find My goes international
The new PlugBug Travel USB-C wall charger can be used around the world, and Find My support makes it easy to keep track of. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)05:14 pmApple’s Find My enables ‘Share Item Location’ – more than 15 major airlines already on board | Mac Daily NewsApple’s Find My enables ‘Share Item Location’ – more than 15 major airlines already on board
Apple has introduced Share Item Location, a new iOS feature that helps users locate and recover misplaced items by easily and securely… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:12 pm512GB SSD MacBook Air M2 on Sale
The MacBook Air M2 (8GB RAM, 512 SSD) receives a $250 discount on Amazon. For a budget laptop that can deliver reliable performance for everyday tasks, whether for work, studies, or entertainment, the Air offers great value for $949. Equipped with the M2 Chip, it’s an upgrade from the M1, with higher-performing graphics and fanless […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:11 pmApple distributing M4 Macs for customers in New Zealand and Australia
New M4 Mac devices are now being distributed to customers in New Zealand and Australia. As of November 8th, consumers who pre-ordered the MacBook Pro, iMac, or Mac Mini have started receiving their Mac orders. Apple’s latest Macs were announced last week, with introductions made on Monday to Wednesday. The iMac now comes with the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.