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- 11:30 pmApple Maps shows users the Gulf of Mexico when searching for 'Gulf of America'
Apple Maps has seemingly taken a half step in addressing the United States Gulf of Mexico renaming, but it isn't clear if this is the permanent solution or a placeholder.Apple Maps showing search results for 'Gulf of America'When President Trump took office on January 20, 2025, one of the first executive orders he signed changed the names of multiple locations in and out of the United States. The most controversial was the change from Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America.Politicians were quick to question Apple and Google on when the change would be reflected in their respective mapping apps. Google responded by stating Google Maps would be updated when the Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) was updated — it still shows the Gulf of Mexico. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:23 pmApple reveals the best way to update your AirPods firmware
In a revised support document, Apple this week revealed the best way to update your AirPods firmware. The company… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:58 pmAnalysts expect Apple to report tepid quarterly revenue growth on Thursday
Apple is anticipated to announce modest quarterly revenue growth on Thursday, attributed to the slow introduction of artificial intelligence… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:57 pmPebble Founder Eric Migicovsky Is Bringing It Back
The whole tech world needs more projects that aren’t trying to become billion- (let alone trillion-) dollar ideas, but are happily shooting for success as million-dollar ideas (or less!).09:43 pmiPhone SE 4 release date: When to expect Apple’s powerful upgrade
Apple’s flagship iPhone 16 line launched last fall with a heavy focus on Apple Intelligence. But another new iPhone is coming soon, offering some of the same modern tech but at a much lower cost. Here’s when to expect the iPhone SE 4. more…09:01 pmApple’s Studio Display: Is it still worth buying?
Last year I reviewed the ViewFinity S9, Samsung’s 5K monitor that competes directly with . In my own words, “the ViewFinity S9’s big selling point is price.” But what about the Studio Display? Is it still a good monitor two years after its launch? Is it worth the price? That’s what I’ve been trying to find out for the last few months. more…08:51 pmVision Pro now offers 2,000+ games via NVIDIA GeForce NOW support
Gaming on Vision Pro isn’t yet the device’s strong suit, but one recent launch should start to change that. Gamers will now find a massive expansion of new games available—more than 2,000 total—thanks to NVIDIA GeForce NOW coming to visionOS. more…08:50 pmIntel 'Did Not Know How To Be a Foundry,' Tim Cook Told TSMC Chief
TSMC founder Morris Chang says Apple CEO Tim Cook rejected Intel as a chip manufacturer in 2011 because the company lacked foundry expertise, despite being Apple's main supplier for Mac processors at the time. During a pause in TSMC-Apple talks to evaluate Intel's proposal, Cook told Chang that "Intel just does not know how to be a foundry," leading Apple to eventually choose TSMC as its exclusive chip supplier, the TSMC founder revealed in an interview. Read more of this story at Slashdot.08:44 pmCharge Apple gear on the go with this beast of a power bank
The CukTech 30 Power Bank released this week sports massive battery capacity to keep all your Apple gear going anywhere. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)08:10 pmSoccer-loving T-Mobile customers get Apple’s MLS Season Pass as a free bonus
Get a free MLS Season Pass on Apple TV with T-Mobile. Stream every live soccer match, playoff game and the Leagues Cup. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)07:51 pmApple's AI ethics doubted by scaremongering shareholder proposal
Apple could be forced to detail more of its AI activity, after a proposal asks shareholders to expose whether Apple is truly working ethically in the field when training Apple Intelligence.Apple Intelligence and SiriAs a company well known for its stance on user privacy and security, Apple knows it has to be above board when it comes to hot-button topics. With the rise of AI and the potential for abuse, it could end up being tested by shareholders.In a Securities and Exchange Commission filing, the National Legal and Policy Center has proposed an item on the 2025 Proxy Ballot. The proposal is to be voted on by shareholders as part of Apple's Annual Shareholder Meeting, taking place on February 25. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:33 pmM4 MacBook Air will be a no-brainer upgrade from M1, here’s why
Apple is expected to launch the M4 MacBook Air very soon. When it arrives, the device will offer a compelling upgrade for existing MacBook Air users, particularly anyone using the M1 model. more…07:32 pmMajor League Soccer returns to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV next month, and starting today, fans in more than 100 countries can sign up for MLS Season Pass … The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:32 pmApple Vision Pro review one year later: time to exit the preview
It's been a wild year for Apple Vision Pro, if slow, and it's time for Apple to step up and prove it's the future and drive customers, developers, and creators to the platform.Apple Vision Pro review: one year laterApple Vision Pro continues to be one of Apple's most frustrating yet amazing products it has ever released. It is simultaneously a preview of the future and a stark reminder of Apple's struggle to juggle multiple platforms in the modern era.As it stands today, Apple Vision Pro is enough for me to get most of my work done. It sits in a similar space to where iPad Pro was a few years ago — almost there. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:08 pmWindows 11 PCs will soon recognize iPhones in the Start menu
Macworld Since last year, Android users with Windows 11 computers have been able to preview a new feature that lets them see their phone directly next to the Start menu, where they can easily access texts, calls, and send files. You could sort of do these things with iPhones as well, but not from the Start menu. Rather, you have to open the Phone Link app on your Windows PC to make it happen. Coming later this year (and available in preview build 4805 for those in the Microsoft Insider program) will be the ability to see your iPhone right next to the Start menu, just like Android phones. You can access your texts and calls, see battery percentage, and directly send files to your iPhone. Just as there is today when using the Phone Link app, there are some caveats. To connect to an Android phone you need only be on the same Wi-Fi network (and have the Connect to Windows app installed on it), but iPhones need a Windows 11 PC with Bluetooth LE. For Android phones, Phone Link lets you see and access the last 2,000 images on your camera roll, and messages can include images. You also get to see mirrors of your phone notifications and can make phone calls from your PC. However, when using an iPhone, Phone Link does not support images at all (in messages or otherwise) or group texts. You can see notification popups (but not really act on them) and make calls. In other words, Phone Link essentially lets your Bluetooth LE-equipped Windows 11 PC do the same stuff your car’s Bluetooth connection can (if you don’t have CarPlay). None of this is changing with the new build. What is new is the ability to see a little iPhone window right next to the start menu that shows battery life, the latest activity, messages, and quick access to sharing files. it’s not quite iPhone Mirroring, but if you don’t have a Mac, it’s the next best thing. For more information, check out the Windows Insider blog post announcing the feature.06:55 pmApple TV+ subscribers get weekly free ‘Sunday Night Soccer’ MLS games in 2025
Macworld Apple on Wednesday announced that MLS Season Pass signups for the upcoming 2025 season are now open. With MLS Season Pass, subscribers can watch every Major League Soccer match with no blackouts, and get access to in-depth coverage and analysis, expansive programming, exclusive content, and more. A subscription also includes the Leagues Cup tournament matches, the MLS All-Star Game, the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and select MLS NEXT Pro matches. MLS will start its 30th season on February 22. The MLS Season Pass includes preseason matches, such as LAFC versus Club América of Liga MX (Mexico) on February 11, and Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami versus Orlando City SC on February 14. at 7:30 p.m. ET. General Apple TV+ subscribers can watch these two matches for free. New to Apple’s programming this year is “Sunday Night Soccer,” a featured match of the week played on Sunday evenings. The games, which are is available for free to all Apple TV+ subscribers, will have “enhanced production and dedicated studio programming” that includes its own pre- and postgame shows, and bespoke graphics in English and Spanish. The first “Sunday Night Soccer” broadcast is on February 23 and features the 2024 MLS Cup champions LA Galaxy against San Diego FC, a new club making its MLS debut. How to get MLS Season Pass MLS Season Pass is available through the Apple TV app. A subscription is $12.99 per month or $79 per season if you already have an Apple TV+ subscription. Without an Apple TV+ subscription, it’s $14.99 per month or $99 per season. Qualified T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile customers can get free access to MLS Season Pass through an offer in the T-Life app. The offer starts on February 18. Comcast Xfinity and DirecTV customers will have access to a free limited preview of MLS Season Pass starting on February 22. After the preview, customers can sign up for MLS Season Pass and access it through the respective services.06:45 pmNetflix adds one-click full-season downloads for iOS
Netflix just added one-click full-season downloads for iOS, so iPhone and iPad users can grab multiple episodes at once (unlike Apple TV+). (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:39 pmFull seasons of Netflix shows can be downloaded to iPhone with a single tap
If you love binging your favorite shows on Netflix, a new-to-iOS and iPadOS feature makes it even easier.Netflix brings Season Download button to Apple devicesStarting Wednesday, Netflix has rolled out a much-requested feature to the Netflix iPhone and iPad App. You can easily binge your favorite Netflix series by tapping the Season Download button.To find the new button, head to a show's display page. The button will be next to the Share option. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:25 pmWhy FaceTime is about to work better for Xfinity customers
Xfinitiy's ultra-low-lag connectivity promises a smoother online experience for FaceTime and other interactive applications. (via Cult of Mac - Apple news, rumors, reviews and how-tos)06:16 pmOppenheimer downgrades Apple ahead of Thursday’s earning report
On Wednesday, Apple was downgraded to "perform" from "outperform" by Oppenheimer, marking at least the fifth downgrade… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.