FineWoven 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 Forums

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Apple 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.

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Apple 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.

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macOS 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 Forums

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iOS 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 Forums

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New 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…

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Apple 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.

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iOS 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

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The 16-inch M3 MacBook Pro 512GB is $500 Off
Today’s deal is great for power users and those who love working on the go. Today, the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M3 Pro chip and 512GB SSD is down to just $1,999 from its original price of $1,500 on Amazon. With the M3 Pro at the helm, there’s no app, software, or task that’s […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 will be absent in upcoming event
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 will be revealed at a later time, according to Mark Gurman of Bloomberg. Gurman claimed he wouldn’t expect the third iteration of the Apple Watch Ultra to make an appearance during the ‘It’s Glowtime’ event, but he did say that there may be a new color option for the Apple […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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iOS 18 RC beta and more updates now available ahead of public launch
Apple has had a big day. Following the launch of the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro lineup, plus new Apple Watch and AirPods models, the company has released the RC (release candidate) versions of its major OS updates. iOS 18 and more are now available as RC betas ahead of their full public launch next week. They’re available both for developers and members of the public beta program. more…

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AirPods Max updated model may be revealed soon
The next successor of the AirPods Max might be making a debut soon. Mark Gurman of Bloomberg shared a prediction that consumers may be treated to a new AirPods Max during the ‘It’s Glowtime’ event. Gurman claimed that the Apple Watch Ultra 3 will be absent, although there will be a new black color for […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple introduces new Beats-branded cases for iPhone 16
Following the iPhone 16 keynote, Apple has added a new Beats branded iPhone case to the Apple Store. more…

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The Apple Store is back online!
The Store was down for 7 hours and 41 minutes.Apple StorePlease feel free to share this information with your friends 🙂

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Apple introduces AirPods 4 and the world’s first all-in-one hearing health experience with AirPods Pro 2
Apple today announced a groundbreaking new lineup of AirPods models and features. The new AirPods 4 are the most advanced and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple Unveils iPhone 16 Pro Featuring Bigger Screen, New Chip And Pro Recording Options
Apple announced the iPhone 16 Pro lineup at Monday's product event. The company's new flagship smartphones have slightly bigger screens across both models: 6.3 inches on the iPhone 16 Pro and 6.9 inches on the iPhone 16 Pro Max (up from 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches, respectively, on the iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max). The Verge: The bodies of the phones are once again made from titanium. It comes in four colors: black, white, natural, and a new "desert titanium." Apple also claims that the iPhone 16 Pro Max has "the best iPhone battery life ever." The iPhone 16 Pro lineup comes with the A18 Pro chip, with a 16-core Neural Engine that it says will offer "amazing performance" for Apple Intelligence features, including 15 percent faster performance than the iPhone 15 Pro. It also has improved graphics performance thanks to a 6-core GPU that's 20 percent faster than the iPhone 15 Pro's A17 Pro. The iPhone 16 Pro starts at $999, whereas the iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at $1,199. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Apple will release iOS 18, macOS 15, iPadOS 18, other updates on September 16
Apple Intelligence won’t be part of the initial launch.

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New FineWoven-like cases to debut on September 9
Apple will introduce a replacement to the FineWoven line of cases in the September 9 event. FineWoven cases have received a lukewarm response from consumers, with some posting on social media about its quick wear and tear. Apparently, Apple has taken notice and will debut a new material that would replace it. A social media […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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iPhone 16 Pro gets bigger and better with improved cameras and Apple Intelligence
Apple has used its "Glowtime" special event to launch the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, this time with bigger screens, hugely faster performance, and the Camera Control button.The new screen sizes of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro MaxJust as usual, Apple has brought out two tiers of Pro-grade iPhone for consumers. The iPhone 16 Pro is joined by a larger counterpart, the iPhone 16 Pro Max.For the most part, the two models are practically the same, save for their sizes. The iPhone 16 Pro is a bit larger this year with a 6.3-inch screen, while the Pro Max has grown from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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watchOS 11 to be released to all Apple Watch users next week
During Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event on Monday, the company confirmed the release date of watchOS 11 to the public. The update, which adds many new features to the Apple Watch, will be available from September 16 for compatible models. more…

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