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- Monday September 09
- 08:02 pmThinnest-ever Apple Watch Series 10 is here with larger display, health upgrades
Macworld At the “It’s Glowtime!” event today, Apple unveiled the latest updates to its line of smartwatches. The all-new Apple Watch Series 10 features a major redesign and new health features, while the Apple Watch Ultra 2 from last year gets a new color finish and a range of new accessories. Apple Watch Series 10 release date The Apple Watch Series 10 was announced on September 9. Preorders have already begun, and the watch will ship and appear in stores on September 20. Apple Watch Series 10 design: Bigger, but slimmer The most obvious update for the Apple Watch in 2024 is a major redesign–perhaps the most comprehensive redesign in the product’s history. This has three main strands: the Series 10 has a bigger screen, it has a thinner body, and it’s lighter. First, the display. It’s the biggest ever on an Apple Watch–even (only just) beating the Ultra, which doesn’t get a redesign this year (although it does get some new buying options, as you can read below). The larger 46mm version of the Series 10 has a 416×496 display occupying 1220 sq mm, compared to 410×502 and 1185 sq mm for the (always 49mm) Ultra 2. The 42mm Series 10 has a smaller screen, of course, at 374×446 and 989 sq mm. The corners of the screen are also more rounded, and there’s a wider aspect ratio. Apple Apple Apple But the changes aren’t limited to the screen’s physical dimensions. It’s up to 40 percent brighter than previous models when viewed at an angle; phones are usually looked at straight on, but watches may be looked at in the middle of a workout and thus from an odd angle. Similarly, active users often find that they need to look at the watch without raising their wrist, and therefore while it’s still in always-on mode; with this in mind, and thanks to improvements in power efficiency, the Series 10 updates once a second in always-on mode instead of once a minute, so you’ll be able to see the second hand moving normally. The Series 10 is also the thinnest Apple Watch ever. At 9.7mm thick for both 42mm and 46mm versions, it’s nearly 10 percent thinner than the Series 9, which means it’ll be less obtrusive on the wrist. (The Series 9 is 10.7mm thick, while the Ultra 2 is a whopping 14.4mm.) It’s also lighter, but this isn’t just because of the slimmer chassis; it’s also because of the redesigned all-metal body. (The rear of the Series 9 was ceramic, but now it’s metal.) The larger Series 10 with cellular weighs 35.3g, down from 39g for the equivalent Series 9. And remember, you’re getting a bigger screen too. Apple Apple Apple These are the design changes that will make the most difference to users, but some more cosmetic differences are important too. There’s a new Jet Black aluminum finish, with a cool matte texture achieved (Apple says) by polishing with nanoparticles. It looks pretty great and will be available alongside three other aluminum colors: rose gold, silver, and slate. There isn’t currently a (Product)Red option, but that may appear partway through the run. While we’re talking finishes, it’s worth mentioning the new titanium model. Made of Grade 5 titanium, this is lighter still, and replaces the stainless steel option. You can choose natural or (pictured below) gold titanium. Apple Apple Apple Apple Watch Series 10 new features: Quicker charging, new health features With an Apple launch, we often expect either a major redesign, or a significant raft of new features, but very rarely both. But the Series 10 appears to be the exception, offering lots of upgrades and new functions. Thanks to what it describes as a larger and more efficient charging coil, the Series 10 offers faster charging than previous models. Apple claims that 30 minutes of charging will be enough to get the device from zero to 80 percent. The company claims the Series 9 takes 45 minutes to achieve the same thing. That sounds good, but I will add that when I was reviewing the Series 9 I kept an eye on how quickly it charged, and noted that after 20 minutes it had got from zero to 43 percent, and after a total of 32 minutes it had got to 73 percent… so would have been on around 68% after half an hour, and there’s no way it would have taken 45 minutes to reach 80%. Then again, real-world performance and claimed figures are not the same thing, and we may find that the Series 10 too surpasses Apple’s charging claims. Estimated battery life remains the same as the Series 9, at “up to 18 hours,” but of course, we’ll test that out too. Apple Apple Apple Thanks to changes to the speaker setup (which were necessary to reduce the thickness of the chassis) it’s now possible to play audio through the watch’s speakers rather than via headphones. Whether you’re blaring out music or podcasts, that seems like a double-edged sword for those around you. On the health side, the Series 10 is designed to detect sleep apnea, a medical condition that can cause breathing difficulties and disturbances while asleep. It’s believed that 80 percent of cases are undiagnosed, but it’s hoped that the new Apple Watch could help to lower that number by identifying telltale patterns of nighttime disturbance across 30-day periods. (So a single disturbed night wouldn’t trigger a diagnosis.) Apple Apple Apple Note, however, that Apple says it’s still waiting on FDA approval for this feature, so it’s difficult to be sure when it will become operative. Following the lead of the Ultra line, the Series 10 gains a built-in depth gauge and the associated Depth app. For some reason, however–it isn’t clear if this is related to the power of the gauge or the water resistance of the watch itself, but I’d suspect the latter–the Series 9’s depth functions can only be used to a depth of 6m, compared to 40m for the Ultra 2. In other words, whereas the Ultra 2 is designed to cater for divers, the Series 9 is for snorkellers. Apple Apple Apple And finally, the Series 10 has a new S10 chip. Which may be faster than the S9, or may be essentially the same with a new branding; it still has a 64-bit dual-core processor and a 4-core Neural Engine, and Apple is coy about details beyond that. Apple Watch Series 10 pricing Convinced? If you’re tempted to buy the new model, you’ll need to know the prices. Apple Watch Series 10 starts from $399 for the GPS model, and from $499 for the cellular model. You can check out (and preorder) all the models and variants on Apple’s website now, but here’s the (mostly) full pricing. There are some bands that will push the price up further. Apple Watch Series 10 (aluminum, GPS, 42mm): $399 / £399 / AU$649 Apple Watch Series 10 (aluminum, GPS, 46mm): $429 / £429 / AU$699 Apple Watch Series 10 (aluminum, GPS + cellular, 42mm): $499 / £499 / AU$809 Apple Watch Series 10 (aluminum, GPS + cellular, 46mm): $529 / £529 / AU$859 Apple Watch Series 10 (titanium, GPS + cellular, 42mm): $699 / £699 / AU$1,199 Apple Watch Series 10 (titanium, GPS + cellular, 46mm): $749 / £749 / AU$1,279 Updates to the Apple Watch Ultra What of the other models in the Apple Watch line? Not much is happening, to be honest. The Apple Watch SE, for example, wasn’t mentioned at all. That remains in the lineup but it’s still the 2nd-gen model. Likewise, the 2nd-gen Ultra remains on sale and there’s no sign of the 3rd generation. But the Ultra 2 does at least get a new finish: a frankly gorgeous satin black. That’s available on the same timeframe as the Series 9: preorder now, in stores on September 20. Apple Apple Apple There are also some new accessories. There’s a new version of the Milanese loop in black titanium which you can buy on its own for $199 or £199. (If you select it when buying the Ultra 2, however, it’ll only add $100 to the price, bringing it to $899.)07:56 pmAirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro: here’s all the differences
So, Apple just updated its base model AirPods for the first time in years. There’s now two new models, one with Active Noise Cancellation, and one without. ANC was the hero exclusive feature of … until today. So how do the new AirPods (not Pro) stack up? Here’s all the differences. more…07:56 pmAirPods 4 vs AirPods Pro: here’s all the differences
So, Apple just updated its for the first time in years. There’s now two new models, one with Active Noise Cancellation, and one without – starting at $129. ANC was the hero exclusive feature of … until today. So how do the new AirPods (not Pro) stack up? Here’s all the differences. more…07:50 pmiPhone 16 Camera Control makes getting the shot a click away
With Camera Control, you can launch the camera, initiate a visual search, and more, all with a simple tap or click. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:50 pmiPhone 16 Camera Control makes getting the shot a click away
With Camera Control, you can launch the camera, initiate a visual search, and more, all with a simple tap or click. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:42 pmThis Year’s Crop of OS Upgrades Scheduled for 16 September 2024
Apple has revealed that the initial versions of its 2024 operating systems—macOS 15 Sequoia, iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, tvOS 18, and HomePod Software 18—will ship on 16 September 2024.07:40 pmHow Apple's new iPhone & Apple Watch amp up user health monitoring
Apple introduced new health features in its latest software and hardware at the iPhone 16 event. These features focus on improving sleep and hearing health, two areas that impact billions of people globally.Apple introduced new health features in upcoming devicesThe company announced plenty of new features and devices on Monday during its iPhone 16 event. Aside from new iPhones, they include the Apple Watch Series 10, updated Apple Watch Ultra 2, and various new models of AirPods.Additionally, Apple highlighted some of the health features coming to its devices. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:38 pmApple debuts super-powered 6.3-inch iPhone 16 Pro and 6.9-inch iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple today introduced iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, featuring Apple Intelligence, larger display sizes, new creative capabilities… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:35 pmiOS 18 RC confirms that Apple has been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds | 9 to 5 MaciOS 18 RC confirms that Apple has been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds
With the launch of iOS 18 RC on Monday, 9to5Mac has found evidence to confirm that Apple has indeed been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds. Code corroborates rumors about a new generation of AirPods Pro coming next year with such sensors. 9to5Mac has also obtained more exclusive details from our sources. more…07:35 pmiOS 18 RC confirms that Apple has been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds | 9 to 5 MaciOS 18 RC confirms that Apple has been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds
With the launch of iOS 18 RC on Monday, 9to5Mac has found evidence to confirm that Apple has indeed been testing new health sensors in its wireless earbuds. Code corroborates rumors about a new generation of AirPods Pro coming next year with such sensors. 9to5Mac has also obtained more exclusive details from our sources. more…07:34 pmApple announces major AirPods 4 upgrade, minor AirPods Max refresh
Macworld Apple on Monday unveiled new AirPods models during its “Glowtime” event. The new AirPods 4 and AirPods Max are available for order now and will start shipping on Friday, September 20. Apple also revealed new hearing health features for the AirPods 2. Here are the details on the new AirPods. AirPods Pro 2: Hearing Protection Apple did not release a hardware update to the current AirPods Pro 2. Instead, the company announced major new features centered around hearing health, building upon Apple’s initiative to use its devices to promote and maintain proper health habits. These new hearing health features will become available later this fall in a software update and include: Hearing Protection: Performs passive noise cancelation and is on by default. A new clinically validated Hearing Test where a user can gauge their hearing level in a five-minute test where the user taps the screen in response to tones being played. After taking the test, the AirPods Pro 2 can then be adjusted to be used as a “clinical-grade hearing aid,” according to Apple. The test results are privately saved in the Health app, and a hearing profile is created and automatically applied when listening to music, watching videos, or on phone calls. The hearing aid is awaiting FDA clearance. The hearing health features are coming to the AirPods Pro 2 in a software update later this fall. The hearing health features are coming to the AirPods Pro 2 in a software update later this fall.Apple The hearing health features are coming to the AirPods Pro 2 in a software update later this fall.Apple Apple Apple AirPods Pro (2nd-gen, 2023, USB-C) Price When Reviewed: $249 Best Prices Today: $189.99 at Best Buy | $194.5 at B&H | $249 at Adorama AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancelation These new $179 AirPods replace the AirPods (3rd generation) that were $179 (or $169 with a Lightning charging case). The AirPods 4 now have a redesigned, smaller USB-C case that works with wireless charging and now has Find My functionality, with a built-in speaker for locating the device. The $179 AirPods 4 have active noise cancellation, previously found only on the AirPods Pro and Max. These earphones also sport Apple’s H2 chip, which was introduced in the 2022 AirPods Pro and improves audio quality. The AirPods 4 also offers personalized spatial audio, and voice isolation that removes background noise. Apple AirPods 4 (with ANC) Price When Reviewed: $179 with Sctive Noice Cancelation Best Prices Today: $179 at Apple The AirPods 4 also supports yes and no head nod responses to Siri. The stem has a force sensor for touch control of play/pause of audio, or mute/end phone calls. Apple also states that the AirPods 4 earbuds have been redesigned for a better fit. The new AirPods 4 offers up to 30 hours of battery life in the charging case, about the same as AirPods 3. The AirPods 4 are available for $179 with Active Noice Cancelation, or $129 without. The AirPods 4 are available for $179 with Active Noice Cancelation, or $129 without.Apple The AirPods 4 are available for $179 with Active Noice Cancelation, or $129 without.Apple Apple AirPods 4 without ANC These new $129 AirPods 4 replace the AirPods (2nd generation) that Apple offered at the same price. The 2nd-gen AirPods had longer stems, while the AirPods 4 feature shorter stems and redesigned earbuds for a better fit. The $129 AirPods 4 features most of the features of the high-price model with the main exception of Active Noise Cancelation, Transparency Mode, and Adaptive Audio. Apple AirPods 4 (without ANC) Price When Reviewed: $129 without Active Noise Cancelation Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple AirPods Max with new colors, USB-C Nearly four years after their initial release, Apple has announced updates to its high-end $549 AirPods Max headphones with a USB-C port instead of Lightning and new colors: Blue, Midnight, Orange, Purple, and Starlight. They still have an H1 chip and Apple specifically did not call these AirPods Max 2. AirPods Max (2024) Price When Reviewed: $549 Best Prices Today: $549 at Apple07:34 pmApple’s FineWoven Wallet lives on, even after iPhone cases discontinued
Apple’s big FineWoven launch last year with the iPhone 15 has come to an abrupt end. Following user reports of FineWoven’s poor durability in daily use, the company has discontinued its FineWoven iPhone cases. But there’s still one FineWoven product still available for the iPhone 16: the MagSafe Wallet. more…07:33 pmFineWoven is barely hanging on, but Apple has cut way back on it
Apple has not announced a direct replacement for its unpopular FineWoven cases with the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch bands, but a very few remain on the Apple Store.Apple's previous lineup of FineWoven cases for the iPhoneDuring the "It's Glowtime" launch of the iPhone 16 range and more, Apple did take some time to promote its new cases — but they were not the expected FineWoven replacements. Rather than another wholesale ditching of a material in favor of a new one, Apple emphasized its Clear Case with MagSafe options.FineWoven has not disappeared entirely, either. Currently the online Apple Store appears to have one FineWoven Wallet with MagSafe, an AirTag key ring, and one Apple Watch strap. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:25 pmApple Will Release iOS 18, macOS 15, iPadOS 18, Other Updates on September 16
Apple plans to release the next versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS to the general public on September 16, the company announced via its website following its iPhone-centric product event earlier today. From a report: We should also see updates for tvOS and the HomePod operating system on the same date. The new releases bring a number of new features and refinements to Apple's platforms: better texting with Android devices thanks to support for the RCS standard, iPhone Mirroring that allows you to interact with your iPhone via your Mac, more UI customization options for iPhones and iPads, and other improvements besides. What won't be included in these initial releases is any hint of Apple Intelligence, the batch of generative AI and machine learning features that Apple announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June. Apple is testing some of the Apple Intelligence features in betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS 15.1, updates that will be released later this fall. Read more of this story at Slashdot.07:24 pmApple introduces iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus
Apple today announced iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, built for Apple Intelligence, the easy-to-use personal intelligence system that… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:20 pmmacOS Sequoia announced for September 16
Arriving much earlier in the cycle than recent years, Apple has announced that macOS Sequoia will be available on September 16. although certain Apple Intelligence features will come later.Apple has announced macOS Sequoia's release dateAt the "It's Glowtime" event, Apple announced when macOS Sequoia will start rolling out to users, and when it will become the preinstalled OS on all new Macs.It will be released on September 16, though as ever there has not been a specific time. Note, too, that the release will take at least some hours to become available worldwide. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:16 pmiOS 18, iPadOS 18 will be available on September 16
After months of beta testing, Apple will release iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 on September 16, just days before the arrival of the new iPhone 16.iOS 18 brings new looks and new performance to the iPhoneIn June, Apple launched iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, its most powerful operating systems ever for iPhone and iPad. The new operating systems set the stage for the introduction of Apple Intelligence, Apple's integration of AI into its mobile platforms.Apple Intelligence significantly improves the functionality of tools like Mail, Siri, search, and more. Apple Intelligence will provide tools for summarizing and supercharging your apps and also allow you to generate new text and images from your phone. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:13 pmNew MagSafe charger now available for iPhone 16 with big charging speed boost
Today following its big iPhone 16 event, Apple has released a brand new MagSafe charger for iPhone that features significantly faster charging—but only if you buy a shiny new iPhone 16 too. more…07:10 pmApple unveils Apple Watch Series 10
Apple today unveiled Apple Watch Series 10, featuring a refined design and bringing new capabilities to the world’s most popular watch… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:10 pmiOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more release candidates are now available to beta testers | AppleInsideriOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more release candidates are now available to beta testers
Following the launch of new products including the iPhone 16, Apple has moved on to the release candidate beta round of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, tvOS 18, watchOS 11, visionOS 2.0, and macOS Sequoia.Apple releases new developers betas for iOS 18 and the restThe ninth round comes after the eight, which was issued on August 28. The seventh landed on August 20, while the sixth was brought out on August 12.The betas in this group are for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, tvOS 18, watchOS 11, and macOS Sequoia. Apple has already released a ninth developer beta for visionOS 2. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums