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The new HomePod mini 2 can be used as a default speaker on all Mac models with Wi-Fi 6E or later , according to Apple. You can use a single HomePod, or a pair for stereo sound. The previous-generation HomePod mini can also be used as a Mac's speaker via AirPlay, but it cannot be set as the default audio output. AirPlay can also introduce audio latency. Related Roundup: HomePod mini Tag: HomePod Mini 2 Buyer's Guide: HomePod Mini (Buy Now) Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay Home & Auto Te
Earlier this year, Elevation Lab announced the launch of a Silencer for AirTag meant to pierce the speaker on the device to disable the sound. Elevation Lab explained that it created the Silencer to keep thieves from detecting an AirTag on valuable products like bikes, but the company didn't think easy speaker removal would be problematic. The AirTag plays a sound when it is away from its owner to alert users that a tracker might be following them. AirTags have been criticized for making stalkin
The iOS 27.2 beta Apple released today removes the updated Health app that Apple was testing in earlier betas . The app's disappearance from the iOS 27.2 beta is not a surprise because the company made it clear that the updated Health experience was never meant to be included in iOS 27.2. Apple told MacRumors the Health app was being tested in the beta, but wouldn't launch until later in the year. After upgrading to the fourth beta, the Health app has a popup that says the new app features will
The iPhone Duo ships with iOS 27.1, a version of iOS 27 exclusive to the foldable device. Apple yesterday released a new build of iOS 27.1 (24A94425), which means buyers will have a day-one software update to install. The iPhone Duo is shipping with iOS 27.1 build 24A94232, and if it's not already in the hands of reviewers, it will be soon. Apple likely released the new build to address bugs while the Duo is being evaluated by members of the media. Since the iPhone Duo isn't coming out until Oct
Anker and Jackery have introduced big discounts across their most popular portable power stations, with many deals that match - or beat - the prices we saw during Prime Day. We're tracking Anker's best deals at both its own website and on Amazon, while Jackery's discounts can be found on the retailer's website. Anker SOLIX Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Jackery and Anker. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running
MacRumors was first to reveal the name HomeView last week, after discovering a trademark filing from a secretive shell company that we correctly suspected was linked to Apple. Apple was likely behind a homeOS trademark filing as well, but the company ultimately decided to stick with generic HomeView software naming, just like it refers to the HomePod's operating system as HomePod software. For example, the device will ship with HomeView software version 27.2. Related Roundup: Apple HomeView Tag: