These open-ear headphones pack both sound and safety for less than $40

Macworld Ifyoure a sensitive listener or simply dislike in-ear audio options, consider upgrading to these open-ear headphones. These Mercato headphones have an open-ear design for comfort and crisp audio , allwhile keeping you aware of your surroundings.Now, theyre on sale for only$39.95 (reg. $69) with code GET10 . Boasting an ergonomic open-ear construction, the Mercato headphones rest outside your ears and loop around them to ensure they stay put and remain comfortable all day. Music, podcasts, and other soundsgets sent through their directional audio technology , and you can enjoy premium bass and dynamic acoustics. Since these headphones have an open-ear design, you can listen in peace without sacrificing awareness or safety.Plus, theyhave IPX5 water-resistanceto withstand sweat and rain. They also boast 6 hours of batterylfieon a full charge, so you can get through workouts and the work day with your tunes. Enjoy high-quality audio and situational awareness with the Mercato Open-Ear Bluetooth Headphones, nowjust $39.95 when you enter code GET10 at checkout. Its the best price online! Mercato Open-Ear Bluetooth Headphones Only $39.95 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

Apple ID Accounts Logging Out Users and Requiring Password Reset

There are widespread reports of Apple users being locked out of their Apple ID overnight for no apparent reason, requiring a password reset before they can log in again. Users say the sudden inexplicable Apple ID sign-out is occurring across multiple devices. When they attempt to sign in again they are locked out of their account and asked to reset their password in order to regain access. This has led to additional Apple ID issues for users with Stolen Device Protection enabled who are away from a trusted location, as well as any app-specific passwords previously set up in iCloud also being reset. As noted by 9to5Mac , user reports about the problem began appearing on social media at around 8 p.m. Eastern Time and became increasingly prevalent into the early hours of the morning . MacRumors staff members have also been affected by the service outage, which does not appear to have been picked up by Apple's own System Status webpage . We have contacted Apple for comment and will update readers if we hear back. Have you been affected by the Apple ID issue? Let us know in the comments. Tag: Apple ID This article, Apple ID Accounts Logging Out Users and Requiring Password Reset first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Apple Asks Customers for Vision Pro Feedback

Apple has been soliciting Vision Pro feedback since the device launched, but this week, the company has picked up on sending out surveys. We've had several reports from Vision Pro customers who have been asked to share their thoughts about the device. Apple asks about Vision Pro satisfaction, environment usage, favorite features, what it's being used for, how often it's used, and how long usage sessions last. Apple also asks about guest mode and who else uses the Vision Pro, which is a curious question because it's not at all set up for multi-person usage. Some of the questions: Overall, how satisfied are you with your Vision Pro? What is your favorite feature or aspect of Apple Vision Pro so far? How often do you use your Apple Vision Pro? For how long do you typically wear your Apple Vision Pro before you decide to take it off? Who else uses your Vision Pro? Before taking the survey, did you know that you can let others use your Apple Vision Pro with the Guest User feature? Which of these activities do you do regularly on your Vision Pro? (with a long list of options) What types of video content are you most interested in watching on Apple Vision Pro? When using your Apple Vision Pro, how often are you immersed in an Environment? Whenever you're using apps on Apple Vision Pro, how often do you multitask? Have you set up your Persona to use in FaceTime ? How satisfied are you with how your Persona looks on Apple Vision Pro? Where is your Apple Vision Pro used most? Which of these accessories do you use with your Apple Vision Pro? (with a list that includes mice, cases, AirPods Pro , and more). What head band do you use most often with your Apple Vision Pro? How often do you use your Apple Vision Pro while the battery is connected to a power source? The survey is long and in-depth, and also goes into the other devices that each respondent owns. The uptick in Vision Pro survey distribution comes as there have been reports about waning interest in the headset. Over the weekend, Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman said that customers aren't as curious about the Vision Pro, with demand for demos in retail stores way down. At some locations, demos and sales have dropped from a couple of units a day to just a handful in a whole week. Vision Pro headset owners have also reported a decrease in usage, picking it up just once or twice a week rather than on a daily basis. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said on Tuesday that Apple is dropping the number of Apple Vision Pro units that it plans to ship, and he said it is a sign that demand in the U.S. has fallen sharply beyond expectations. Kuo believes that Apple needs to address the lack of key applications, price, and comfort without impacting user experience in order for the Vision Pro to ultimately see success in the future. Related Roundup: Apple Vision Pro Buyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: Apple Vision Pro This article, Apple Asks Customers for Vision Pro Feedback first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Apple Reignites Talks With OpenAI About Generative AI for iOS 18

Apple is once again talking with OpenAI about using OpenAI technology to power artificial intelligence features in iOS 18 , reports Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Apple held talks with OpenAI earlier in the year , but nothing had come of the discussion. Apple and OpenAI are now said to be speaking about the terms of a possible agreement and how Apple might utilize OpenAI features. Along with OpenAI, Apple is still having discussions with Google about licensing Google's Gemini AI. Apple has not come to a final decision, and Gurman suggests that the company could partner with both Google and OpenAI or pick another provider entirely. Rumors suggest that iOS 18 will have a major focus on AI , with Apple set to introduce AI functionality across the operating system. Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed in February that Apple plans to reak new ground in AI. We'll get a first look at the AI features that Apple has planned in just over a month, with iOS 18 set to debut at the Worldwide Developers Conference that kicks off on June 10. Related Roundup: iOS 18 Tag: Apple GPT This article, Apple Reignites Talks With OpenAI About Generative AI for iOS 18 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Best Apple deals: Save on AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook

For those who are looking for Apple deals, check out the discounts that we've found on various models of the AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, MacBook, and more.

Apple Event Next Month Said to Be 'Accompanied By an Event in London'

Apple's upcoming Let Loose event will be accompanied by an event in London, according to The Independent 's Andrew Griffin . The report does not provide any additional details about what will be happening in London, but it might simply be a briefing that allows journalists in the UK to receive hands-on time with the new iPads and other products that Apple is expected to announce next month. Apple has frequently invited the media to hands-on briefings in New York City , and it also held a briefing in Toronto, Canada for the new MacBook Air models last month. Apple's Let Loose event begins on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 a.m. Pacific Time, which will be 3 p.m. local time in London. New devices and accessories expected to be announced at the event include two new iPad Pro models, two new iPad Air models, an updated Apple Pencil, and a redesigned Magic Keyboard for iPads, and there is always a chance of a surprise or two. A video stream of the event will be available on Apple.com and on YouTube . Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has repeatedly said that he expects Apple to launch its Vision Pro headset in additional countries before its developers conference WWDC , which begins June 10 . Could the accompanying event in London allow journalists in the UK to receive hands-on time with the Vision Pro too? It could make sense for Apple to launch the Vision Pro internationally before it announces visionOS 2 at WWDC, and the UK is one of nine countries where the headset is expected to become available next. Of course, this is all just some pre-event speculation for fun based on a single sentence in a British newspaper. Apple's actual plans remain to be seen. Tag: May 2024 Apple Event This article, Apple Event Next Month Said to Be 'Accompanied By an Event in London' first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Best Apple Watch 8 deals: Save on last years model

You might easily overlook the Apple Watch Series 8 for the Apple Watch Series 9, but not when it comes to savings with these Apple Watch 8 deals.

How to charge an iPhone properly

Macworld iPhones are remarkable devices, but they lose their lustre once the battery runs dry. Thats why its important to look after the cell inside and ensure that you always charge it properly. In this article we explain the steps you need to take if you want your iPhone to last till the late hours each day and keep doing so for as many years as possible. How to charge an iPhone with a cable The fastest way to charge an iPhone is using a cable. Until the iPhone 15 , this meant using a USB to Lightning cable. From the iPhone 15 on, you need a USB-C to USB-C cable. But its not quite as easy as that. For the fastest charge, that Lightning cable needs to connect to a USB-C charger so you need a USB-C to Lightning cable and not an old USB-A to Lightning cable. While Apple states that a 20W charger can fast-charge an iPhone, newer iPhone models will charge faster if you use a 30W or faster charger. Read about the best Lightning cables and the best USB-C to USB-C cables for iPhone . How to wirelessly charge an iPhone From the iPhone 8 on, you can charge wirelessly. From iPhone 8 to iPhone 11, this used the Qi wireless charging standard. From iPhone 12, you can use Qi chargers or faster MagSafe chargers that clamp to your iPhone using a ring of hidden magnets for a more efficient fit and therefore faster wireless charging. Qi chargers range in power from 5W to 15W; MagSafe chargers from 7.5 to 15W. Because of the magnetic fit MagSafe chargers will be faster even if at the same wattage as Qi, so got for a MagSafe charger if you can (and your iPhone is version 12 or later). Read our recommendations for the best MagSafe chargers and also the best MagSafe power banks . The latest Qi2 chargers should match MagSafe on 15W charging speed; see What is Qi2 for more details. How to charge an iPhone using a power bank Portable power banks offer the ability to charge an iPhone on the go when youre not near an outlet or dont have time to sit for 15 minutes. They range from a few thousand milliamp hours to more than 15,000, which is enough to change an iPhone 15 Pro Max nearly three times. Most power banks need a separate charging cable that connects to the iPhone, though some have built-in cables that are stored somewhere inside the device. Some higher-end power banks have magnetic pads for charging wirelessly as well. Using a power bank is simple. Make sure you charge it before you head out and then when you want to fill up your iPhone, use it as you would use a regular chargereither with a cable or wirelessly. Most power banks have LED lights to let you know how much charge is remaining. You can learn more about MagSafe power banks and read our best picks in our roundup. How to use the iPhones Charging Optimization settings Inside the Battery tab in Settings, Apple has a Charging Optimization option that lets you turn on features to preserve battery wear over time and conserve energy. They are: Optimized Battery Charging: Your iPhone will learn from your daily charging and usage habits so it can limit charging to 80 percent until you need to use it. 80% Limit: Your iPhone will stop charging at 80 percent most days and only charge to 100 percent to maintain battery state-of-charge estimates. Clean Energy Charging: Your iPhone will attempt to charge when lower carbon-emission electricity is available in your area based on your daily usage habits. You can turn on any of these options in Settings or opt for None , which will charge to 100% when you plug it in as normal. How to choose the best iPhone charging accessories There are two things to consider when shopping for new iPhone charging gear: the charger and the cable. The iPhone comes with an Apple USB-C cable that supports charging of up to 60 watts, more than enough to fast-charge any iPhone, but only USB 2 speeds (480Mbps) for data transfers. If youre buying a second or replacement cable for charging , we recommend getting one that supports at least 5Gbps for data transfers. Youll also need a power adapter, and we recommend getting one thats at least 30W for the fastest charging. If you dont want to carry around multiple adapters, buy one that has two or more ports and can charge two devices at once (60W or higher will be best). Check out our roundup of the best USB-C power adapters for iPhone and MacBook for a good selection for any budget. FAQ 1. Can I leave my phone charging overnight Ever since smartphones arrived, the most common way of recharging them has been to plug them in when you go to bed, then disconnect them in the morning with a full charge to last the day. This made a lot of sense when batteries took a long time to get up to full charge, as the eight hours in bed gave both the user and device time to recover from the previous days exertions. But now, as the period it takes to charge a battery has dramatically reduced, its time to reconsider how you top up the tank. iPhones use Lithium-ion batteries because, Apple states, they charge faster, last longer, and have a higher power density for more battery life in a lighter package. These are all fine features, but one thing that Li-On is not really keen on is being reduced to 0 percent and then back up to 100 percent each day. Apple recommends, as do many others, that you try to keep an iPhone battery between 30 and 80 percent charged. Topping up to 100 percent isnt optimal, although it wont necessarily damage your battery, but letting it regularly run down to 0 percent can prematurely lead to a batterys demise. There is an exception, as its considered good form to do a complete 0-100 percent charge about once a month, just to keep the battery in good shape. For all other instances, though, the best practice is to top your battery up periodically during the day so that it stays in that sweet spot. Hopefully, this should keep the cell healthy for as long as possible. To make this easier to achieve we recommend keeping an extra charger at work or in your car so that you can pop the iPhone on to it when you see the battery beginning to fade. Theres more on why you shouldnt charge a phone overnight here. 2. Can I use any charger to charge my iPhone? The generala dvice is that you should use the charger that came with your device. If you have an iPad, then the charger that came with it is also compatible and may actually get your iPhone up to a full tank quicker than its own charger. But there are faster, smaller and cheaper chargers that beat Apples own. There are various third-party charger offerings on the Apple store itself , but, just for you, we have tested the best iPhone chargers to make your choices much easier. Charging an iPhone via a cable is the speediest way to get back up to full power but wireless charging is often more convenient. From the iPhone 12 on, Apple has added a magnetic technology called MagSafe that makes wireless charging more efficient and therefore faster. Avoid cheap knock-off products, as in some cases these have been known to damage devices. See our Are cheap iPhone chargers safe? feature for more details. 3. Does fast charging damage an iPhone? No. So long as your iPhone has the Fast Charge capabilities (from the iPhone 8 and later) then the battery and iOS work together to ensure that it wont overheat or cause any harm. If you have a thick protective case on your iPhone, it might be a good idea to remove it while using a fast-charger, just so the heat dissipates easily and doesnt trigger the software warnings to slow down the power flow. Learn the fastest ways to charge an iPhone . 4. Is it safe to store a charged iPhone? Should you find you are travelling without your device or need to leave it unused for multiple weeks or months, youll want to ensure that its charged to around 50 percent before turning it off. This will protect the battery cell from dying while left idle. The battery will still lose charge at a slow but steady rate, so after six months it will need charging back up to 50% once more. For more ways to get the best energy performance from your iPhone see our How to improve iPhone battery life guide, or if youre worried that the cell might be experiencing problems then read How to check iPhone battery health . Apple Inc, iPhone, Mobile Phone Chargers, Power

I reviewed OnePlus $500 Android phone, and its spectacular

The OnePlus 12R is a new Android phone from OnePlus. It has a fast processor, an incredible display, and it only costs $500. This is a special one.

Forget about the TikTok ban; now the U.S. might ban DJI

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Whats on Apple TV+ this week: The Big Door Prize season 2 is now streaming

Macworld Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+ , its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. Theres also a ton of new content in the works for Apples $9.99-a-month service. If you want to know whats on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV+ shows and movies . Updated 04/26/24: The second season of The Big Door Prize is now streaming. u003cbru003eMentioned IN THIS story Apple TV 4K (2022, 3. Gen.) 128GB WiFi + Ethernet Read our review Price When Reviewed: 64GB $129 | 128GB $149 Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple Whats new on Apple TV+ The Big Door Prize (season 2) Released: April 24, 2024 Jane (season 2) Released: April 19, 2024 Argylle Released: April 12, 2024 Franklin Released: April 12, 2024 Sugar Released: April 5, 2024 Girls State Released: April 5, 2024 Loot (season 2) Released: April 3, 2024 Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock (season 2) Released: March 29, 2024 STEVE! (martin): A documentary in two pieces Released: March 29, 2024 Best shows on Apple TV+ Theres far too much content on Apple TV+ to sift through it all yourself. If youre looking for something to watch and dont know where to start, here are a few of the Macworld staffs favorite shows, series, and movies. Bad Sisters Synopsis: A dark comedy about a group of Irish sisters who find themselves at the center of a life insurance investigation after John Paulthe abusive husband to one of the sistersdies unexpectedly. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: August 19, 2022 Black Bird Synopsis: A gripping miniseries about a convicted con artist who works for the FBI to try to get a serial killers confession before he is released from prison. Based on the true story of James Keene and Larry Hall. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: July 8, 2022 For All Mankind Synopsis: What if the U.S.S.R. put a man on the moon before the U.S.? How would the ensuing space race change history throughout the decades? Thats the high concept behind this gripping big-budget sci-fi series. Number of seasons: 4 Release date: November 1, 2019 Mythic Quest Synopsis: A lighthearted workplace comedy about a game development studio and the big egos and personal conflicts that happen within. Its goofy good fun but sometimes quite touching. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: February 7, 2020 Physical Synopsis: Even if youre not old enough to remember the aerobics craze in the 80s, Physical will give you all the big hair and leotard vibes. Starting Rose Byrne as an alternate-universe Jane Fonda, this dark comedy will keep you laughing, guessing, and sweating with plot twists and crisp writing. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: June 18, 2021 Severance Synopsis: A combination of dystopian sci-fi drama and workplace comedy about a company where employees are severedwhen at work, they cant remember their outside lives, and vice-versa. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: February 18, 2022 Shrinking Synopsis: A surprisingly quick-witted comedy about a therapist who has trouble dealing with the death of his wife and his eccentric patients. Number of seasons: 1 Release date: January 27, 2023 Slow Horses Synopsis: Gary Oldman turns in a great performance as the cranky leader of a band of misfit spies. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: April 1, 2022 Ted Lasso Synopsis: Apples fish-out-of-water comedy/drama about a midwestern college football coach who heads to England to coach Premiere League soccer is a breakout hit for good reason. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: August 14, 2020 The Morning Show Synopsis: Big star power and a fantastic performance by Jenniffer Aniston highlight this fast-paced drama that goes behind the scenes of a fictional morning news program. Number of seasons: 3 Release date: November 1, 2019 Apple TV+ shows and series These are all the episodic series you can currently watch on Apple TV+, including both recurring and limited series. This list is in alphabetical order. Title Premiere Seasons / Episodes 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything May 21, 2021 8 episodes Acapulco October 8, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Amazing Stories March 6, 2020 1 season, 5 episodes Amber Brown July 29, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Bad Sisters August 19, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Becoming You November 13, 2020 1 season, 6 episodes Best Foot Forward July 22, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Big Beasts April 21, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Black Bird July 8, 2022 6 episodes Boom! Boom! The World vs Boris Becker April 7, 2023 2 episodes The Buccaneers November 8, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Calls March 19, 2021 1 season, 9 episodes Carpool Karaoke August 8, 2017 5 seasons, 75 episodes Central Park May 29, 2020 3 seasons, 39 episodes Circuit Breakers November 11, 2022 1 season, 7 episodes City on Fire May 12, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Constellation February 21, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Criminal Record January 10, 2024 1 season, 8 episodes Curses! October 27, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Dear Edward February 3, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Dear June 5, 2020 2 seasons, 20 episodes Defending Jacob April 24, 2020 8 episodes Dickinson November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 30 episodes Doug Unplugs November 13, 2020 2 seasons, 26 episodes Dr. Brain November 3, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes Drops of God April 21, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Duck & Goose July 8, 2022 2 seasons, 17 episodes Earth at Night in Color December 4, 2020 2 seasons, 12 episodes Earthsounds February 23, 2024 1 season, 12 episodes Echo 3 November 23, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes El Deafo January 7, 2022 3 episodes Eva the Owlet March 31, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Extrapolations March 17, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Five Days at Memorial August 12, 2022 8 episodes For All Mankind November 1, 2019 4 seasons, 40 episodes Foundation September 24, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock January 21, 2022 2 seasons, 27 episodes Fraggle Rock: Rock On! April 21, 2020 1 season, 6 episodes Frog and Toad April 28, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Get Rolling with Otis October 8, 2021 2 seasons, 18 episodes Ghostwriter November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 39 episodes Greatness Code July 10, 2020 2 seasons, 13 episodes Gutsy September 9, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Harriet the Spy November 19, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Hello Tomorrow! February 17, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show November 5, 2021 2 seasons, 16 episodes Helpsters November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 40 episodes Helpsters Help You April 24, 2020 6 episodes High Desert May 17, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Hijack June 28, 2023 7 episodes Home April 17, 2020 2 season, 19 episodes Home Before Dark April 3, 2020 2 seasons, 20 episodes Interrupting Chicken November 18, 2022 2 seasons, 17 episodes Invasion October 22, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Jane April 14, 2023 2 seasons, 15 episodes John Lennon: Murder Without A Trial December 6, 2023 3 episodes Lessons in Chemistry October 13, 2023 8 episodes Liaison February 24, 2023 1 season, 6 episodes Life by Ella September 2, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Lincolns Dilemma February 18, 2022 4 episodes Liseys Story June 4, 2021 8 episodes Little America January 17, 2020 2 seasons, 16 episodes Little Voice July 10, 2020 1 season, 9 episodes Long Way Up September 18, 2020 11 episodes Loot June 24, 2022 2 seasons, 20 episodes Losing Alice January 22, 2021 1 season, 8 episodes Lovely Little Farm June 10, 2022 2 seasons, 14 episodes Make or Break April 29, 2022 2 seasons, 15 episodes Manhunt March 15, 2024 7 episodes Masters of the Air January 26, 2024 9 episodes Messi Meets America October 11, 2023 6 episodes Messis World Cup: Rise of a Legend February 21, 2024 4 episodes Monarch: Legacy of Monsters November 17, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Monster Factory March 17, 2023 6 episodes Mr. Corman August 6, 2021 1 season, 10 episodes My Kind of Country March 24, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Mythic Quest February 7, 2020 3 seasons, 30 episodes Now and Then May 20, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes One-of-a-Kind Marcie August 18, 2023 39 min. Oprah Talks COVID-19 March 21, 2020 1 season, 13 episodes Oprahs Book Club November 1, 2019 1 season, 14 episodes Pachinko March 25, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Palm Royale March 20, 2024 10 episodes Physical June 18, 2021 3 seasons, 30 episodes Pinecone & Pony April 8, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes Platonic May 24, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Prehistoric Planet May 23, 2022 2 season, 10 episodes Pretzel and the Puppies February 11, 2022 2 seasons, 18 episodes Puppy Place October 15, 2021 2 seasons, 16 episodes Real Madrid: Until the End March 10, 2023 3 episodes Roar April 15, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Sago Mini Friends September 16, 2022 2 seasons, 19 episodes Schmigadoon! July 16, 2021 2 seasons, 12 episodes See November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 24 episodes Servant November 28, 2019 4 seasons, 40 episodes Severance February 18, 2022 1 season, 9 episodes Shantaram October 14, 2022 1 season, 12 episodes Shape Island January 20, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Shining Girls April 29, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Shrinking January 27, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Silo May 5, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes Slow Horses April 1, 2022 3 seasons, 18 episodes Slumberkins November 4, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Snoopy in Space November 1, 2019 2 seasons, 24 episodes Still Up September 22, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes Stillwater December 4, 2020 3 seasons, 30 episodes Strange Planet August 9, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes STEVE! (martin): A documentary in two pieces March 29, 2024 2 episodes Sugar April 5, 2024 8 episodes Super League: The War for Football January 13, 2023 4 episodes Surface July 29, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Surfside Girls August 19, 2022 1 season, 10 episodes Suspicion February 4, 2022 1 season, 8 episodes Swagger October 29, 2021 2 season2, 18 episodes Ted Lasso August 14, 2020 3 seasons, 34 episodes Tehran September 25, 2020 2 seasons, 16 episodes The Afterparty January 28, 2022 2 seasons, 16 episodes The Big Conn May 6, 2022 4 episodes The Big Door Prize March 29, 2023 2 seasons, 20 episodes The Changeling September 8, 2023 1 season, 8 episodes The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin March 1, 2024 1 season, 6 episodes The Crowded Room June 9, 2023 1 season, 10 episodes The Dynasty February 16 2024 10 episodes The Enfield Poltergeist October 27, 2023 4 episodes The Essex Serpent May 13, 2022 6 episodes The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey March 11, 2022 6 episodes The Last Thing He Told Me April 14, 2023 7 episodes The Line November 19, 2021 4 episodes [a] The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball April 22, 2022 1 season, 5 episodes The Me You Cant See May 21, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes The Morning Show November 1, 2019 3 seasons, 30 episodes The Mosquito Coast April 30, 2021 2 seasons, 17 episodes The New Look February 14, 2024 1 season, 10 episodes The Oprah Conversation July 30, 2020 1 season, 15 episodes The Problem with Jon Stewart September 30, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes The Reluctant Traveler February 24, 2023 2 seasons, 13 episodes The Shrink Next Door November 12, 2021 8 episodes The Snoopy Show February 5, 2021 2 seasons, 26 episodes The Super Models September 20, 2023 4 episodes They Call Me Magic April 22, 2022 1 season, 4 episodes Tiny World October 2, 2020 2 seasons, 12 episodes Truth Be Told December 6, 2019 3 seasons, 28 episodes Trying May 1, 2020 3 seasons, 24 episodes Visible: Out on Television February 14, 2020 5 episodes Wanted: The Escape of Carlos Ghosn August 25, 2023 4 episodes Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson July 30, 2021 1 season, 6 episodes WeCrashed March 18, 2022 8 episodes Wolfboy and the Everything Factory September 24, 2021 2 seasons, 20 episodes Apple TV movies and short films Apple TV+ is home to a fair number of original movies, too. Some of the movies saw a limited theatrical release, all are listed here in alphabetical order. Title Release Date 9/11: Inside the Presidents War Room September 1, 2021 Argylle April 12, 2024 Beastie Boys Story April 24, 2020 Billie Eilish: The Worlds a Little Blurry February 26, 2021 Blush October 1, 2021 Boys State August 14, 2020 Bruce Springsteens Letter to You October 23, 2020 Causeway November 4, 2022 Cha Cha Real Smooth June 17, 2022 Cherry March 12, 2021 CODA August 13, 2021 Come from Away September 10, 2021 Dads June 19, 2020 Emancipation December 9, 2022 Fathom June 25, 2021 Finch November 5, 2021 Fingernails November 3, 2023 Flora and Son September 29, 2023 Fireball: Visitors from Darker Worlds November 13, 2020 Ghosted April 21, 2023 Girls State April 5, 2024 Greyhound July 10, 2020 Hala December 6, 2019 Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas November 22, 2023 Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth April 17, 2020 Killers of the Flower Moon January 12, 2024 Louis Armstrongs Black & Blues October 28, 2022 Luck August 5, 2022 Mariah Careys Magical Christmas Special December 4, 2020 Mariahs Christmas: The Magic Continues December 3, 2021 Napoleon March 1, 2024 On the Rocks October 23, 2020 Palmer January 29, 2021 Raymond & Ray October 21, 2022 Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me November 4, 2022 Sharper February 17, 2023 Sidney September 23, 2022 Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne December 10, 2021 Snoopy Presents: Its The Small Things, Charlie Brown April 15, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Lucys School August 12, 2022 Snoopy Presents: To Mom (and Dad), With Love May 6, 2022 Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin February 16, 2024 Spirited November 18, 2022 Stephen Curry: Underrated July 21, 2023 Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie May 12, 2023 Swan Song December 17, 2021 Tetris March 31, 2023 The Banker March 20, 2020 The Beanie Bubble July 28, 2023 The Bloody Hundredth March 15, 2024 The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse December 25, 2022 The Elephant Queen November 1, 2019 The Family Plan December 15, 2023 The Greatest Beer Run Ever September 30, 2022 The Pigeon Tunnel October 20, 2023 The Sky Is Everywhere February 11, 2022 The Tragedy of Macbeth January 14, 2022 The Velvet Underground October 15, 2021 The Velveteen Rabbit November 22, 2023 The Year Earth Changed April 16, 2021 Twas the Fight Before Christmas November 26, 2021 Who Are You, Charlie Brown? June 25, 2021 Wolfwalkers December 11, 2020 Apple TV

The 13-inch M3 MacBook Air is cheaper than the M2 model today

Macworld If youre looking for a new laptop, the newest 13-inch MacBook Air is a perfect option for most people, especially when its on sale: Amazon is selling the 13-inch MacBook Air with 256GB of storage for $989 , a savings of $110 and the best price weve ever seen. The 13-inch MacBook Air has the same thin and light design as the M2 model with a new M3 processor and the ability to run two external displays . Its got a gorgeous Liquid Retina display with super-skinny bezels (and a notch) along with 18 hours of battery life, a fantastic keyboard, fast charging with MagSafe, and two Thunderbolt ports. In our 4.5-star review , we praised the M3 MacBook Air performance boost and called it a great laptop, especially for users who prioritize mobility that can handle whatever task you need to do. And at this price its a fantastic bargain too. Mac, MacBook

MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone 15 and Blue Light Screen Protector From Ocushield

For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Ocushield to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win an iPhone 15 and one of Ocushield's Blue Light Screen Protectors to go along with it. Ocushield has a range of medically rated screen protectors that are designed for for the iPhone , iPad , and MacBook . Ocushield specializes in blue light reduction, so all of its screen protectors cut down on the amount of blue light that you're exposed to when using your devices. Blue light can cause eye strain, headaches, dry eyes, fatigue, and blurry vision in some people, and it is hard to avoid between work on the computer and day-to-day iPhone and iPad usage. Blue light can also impact sleep because it affects the production of melatonin and your body doesn't naturally produce enough to tell you when to go to sleep. Ocushield's iPhone Screen Protector comes in sizes that fit all devices dating back to the iPhone 5. It comes with a kit for cleaning the iPhone and an applicator tray for alignment purposes, both of which make for a no-flaw application process. The iPad Screen Protector features a similar kit, and it is available for the iPad, iPad mini , iPad Pro , and iPad Air . Each one comes with a screen cleaner, tray for application, sticker to remove dust, and a cleaning cloth. The blue light filters block up to 99 percent of UV and blue light emissions between 300-400nm, and up to 54 percent of harmful blue light between 400 to 470nm. Ocushield says that its iPhone and iPad screen protectors are meant to preserve the natural colors of the device for a clear picture. The iPhone and iPad Screen Protectors are both made of thin, tempered glass, which also offer screen protection. They come with an anti-bacterial coating, oil resistance, and an anti-reflection coating that cuts down on fingerprints. Ocushield says that the screen protectors are able to prevent eye strain, improve sleep, and protect the eyes and skin from harmful blue light. While the iPhone and iPad Screen Protectors are permanent and attach with no-damage adhesive, Ocushield's MacBook Anti-Blue Light Filter works a little differently. Apple does not recommend closing a MacBook with a screen protector attached, so the Blue Light Filter for Mac is removable. It adheres using silicone or magnets depending on your Mac model, and it can be put on when you're using your Mac and then taken off when you need to close the display. It offers the same blue light protection as the iPhone and iPad Screen Protectors, but it also has a built-in privacy filter. When attached, the display of a Mac viewed from the side is near black, preserving privacy. It also has an anti-bacterial coating and an anti-glare coating that cut down on glare and reflections. Ocushield recently acquired EyeJust , a company that creates blue light blocking glasses, so it is expanding its product lineup with stylish glasses that will work for all devices, and improving its presence in the United States (it is based in the UK). It is worth noting that Apple has added built-in blue light reduction features to the iPhone, iPad, and Mac with Night Shift , but the functionality only works at night. It also has a greater impact on color accuracy because it uses display color temperature for blocking blue light. Ocushield also has a wider feature set, including anti-drop protection for the iPhone and side-angle viewing restrictions on the Mac, plus glare reduction across all devices. To celebrate spring, Ocushield has a 15 percent discount on all products right now with the promo code BLOOM2024. We have an iPhone 15 and Ocushield Screen Protector for a MacRumors reader. To enter to win, use the widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner(s) and send the prize(s). You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter , subscribing to our YouTube channel , following us on Twitter , following us on Instagram , following us on Threads , or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page . Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years or older, UK residents who are 18 years or older, and Canadian residents (excluding Quebec) who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory are eligible to enter . All federal, state, provincial, and/or local taxes, fees, and surcharges are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. To offer feedback or get more information on the giveaway restrictions, please refer to our Site Feedback section , as that is where discussion of the rules will be redirected. Ocushield Giveaway The contest will run from today (April 26) at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time through 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time on May 3. The winner will be chosen randomly on or shortly after May 3 and will be contacted by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond and provide a shipping address before a new winner is chosen. This article, MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone 15 and Blue Light Screen Protector From Ocushield first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

The MacRumors Show: Apple's iPad Event Finally Announced!

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show , we discuss the announcement of Apple's upcoming Let loose event , where the company is widely expected to announce new iPad models and accessories. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Apple's event invite shows an artistic render of an Apple Pencil , suggesting that iPads will be a focus of the event. Apple CEO Tim Cook has also alluded to the Apple Pencil in relation to the event and a series of promotional Apple logos appear to hint at upcoming illustration capabilities. Apple has not released any new iPads since October 2022, so this event has been a long time coming. Apple is expected to announce new iPad Pro and iPad Air models, along with updated Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard accessories. Here is everything that has been rumored: Two new iPad Pro models with the M3 chip, OLED displays, a thinner enclosure , slimmer bezels , a matte screen option , a landscape-oriented front camera , other design changes, and possibly MagSafe wireless charging . Two new iPad Air models with the M2 chip and a landscape-oriented front camera , including a first-ever 12.9-inch display option. A new Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro with an aluminum top case , larger trackpad, and other laptop-like design improvements. A new Apple Pencil , which may have a new squeeze gesture for certain actions and eventual support for visionOS . Apple's upcoming special event will take place on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 a.m. Pacific Time (10 a.m. Eastern Time), with a live stream to be available on Apple.com and on YouTube as usual. The event invitation does not mention an in-person component, with Apple inviting the media to watch online alongside the general public. It will take place just over a month before Apple's annual developers conference WWDC, which runs from June 10 through June 14 . The MacRumors Show is now on its own YouTube channel , so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips going forward: Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel! You can also listen to The MacRumors Show on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Overcast , or your preferred podcasts app. You can also copy our RSS feed directly into your podcast player. If you haven't already listened to the previous episode of The MacRumors Show , catch up for our discussion about the latest AI consumer technology and Apple's rumored plans to bring major AI-focused hardware enhancements to the Mac later this year. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show for new episodes every week, where we discuss some of the topical news breaking here on MacRumors , often joined by interesting guests such as Matthew Cassinelli , Brian Tong , Quinn Nelson , Kevin Nether , Jared Nelson , Eli Hodapp , Luke Miani , Mike Bell , Sara Dietschy , iJustine , Jon Rettinger , Andru Edwards , Arnold Kim , Ben Sullins , Marcus Kane , Christopher Lawley , Frank McShan , David Lewis , Tyler Stalman , Jon Prosser , Sam Kohl , John Gruber , Federico Viticci , Thomas Frank , Jonathan Morrison , Ross Young , Ian Zelbo , and Rene Ritchie . The MacRumors Show is on X @MacRumorsShow , so be sure to give us a follow to keep up with the podcast. You can also head over to The MacRumors Show forum thread to engage with us directly. Remember to rate and review the podcast, and let us know what subjects and guests you would like to see in the future. Tag: The MacRumors Show This article, The MacRumors Show: Apple's iPad Event Finally Announced! first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far

Apple introduced the third-generation AirPods nearly three years ago and an all new model is now slated to launch later this year with a range of improvements and new features. Many of the changes and improvements introduced with the third-generation AirPods originated on the first-generation AirPods Pro . As such, it seems likely that many of the upgrades coming to the fourth-generation AirPods will be shaped by the second-generation AirPods Pro. Our best indications so far about what to expect come from a report by Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Two Models Apple is rumored to be working on two versions of the fourth-generation AirPods targeting different price points. The company is apparently aiming to replace both the third-generation AirPods and the lower-priced second-generation AirPods that it continues to sell. Currently, there is little difference between the AirPods 2 and AirPods 3 beyond their designs. The higher-end version of the AirPods will purportedly feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and a speaker in the charging case that can play a sound for easy location, which both have to date been limited to the AirPods Pro. Design Changes The next-generation AirPods are rumored to feature an updated design, looking like a cross between the current AirPods and the AirPods Pro, with slightly shorter stems. Fit is expected to be improved, but it is as of yet unclear if Apple will add silicone ear tips. H2 Chip One of the key aspects the next-generation AirPods are likely to bring over from the second-generation AirPods Pro is the H2 chip. Both the second- and third-generation AirPods currently feature the H1 chip. Apple says the H2 chip provides an exceptional acoustic experience when paired with a new low-distortion audio driver and custom amplifier in the AirPods Pro. The AirPods Pro offer richer bass and clearer sound across a wider range of frequencies partly due to the computational audio improvements facilitated by the H2 chip, so similar enhancements seem highly likely to come to the fourth-generation AirPods. There could also be improvements to Personalized Spatial Audio, faster pairing and device switching, and persistent battery information thanks to the H2 chip. Bluetooth 5.3 In the AirPods Pro, the H2 chip is accompanied by Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. Many of Apple's products now feature Bluetooth 5.3, so the fourth-generation AirPods are highly likely to receive this upgrade. Bluetooth 5.3 offers faster and more reliable connectivity with Bluetooth accessories, as well as improved power efficiency, which can contribute to longer battery life. Longer Battery Life The H2 chip is more power efficient than the H1 chip in the second- and third-generation AirPods. In the AirPods Pro, the H2 chip and Bluetooth 5.3 provide an additional hour and a half of listening time with Active Noise Cancellation enabled compared to the previous generation. Applied to the standard AirPods, this could translate to a battery life increase from five hours to around six and a half hours. Volume Controls It is also possible that the AirPods could gain touch-based volume controls like the AirPods Pro. To turn the volume up or down, users simply place their thumb on the stem of either AirPod and use their index finger to swipe up or down on the small touch control area. That being said, Apple could regard on-device volume controls as a high-end feature reserved for the AirPods Pro and AirPods Max , meaning that the fourth-generation AirPods could still miss out on this feature. Find My Improvements The MagSafe Charging Case is also likely to get several improvements to integrate more deeply with Find My . The second-generation AirPods Pro introduced two key features in this area: The U1 chip for Precision Tracking and a built-in speaker. Currently, your iPhone or iPad can help guide you to their location in the Find My app, but this is a limited experience on the current model, simply indicating whether or not they are nearby. The U1 chip would allow your iPhone to show an arrow pointing in the specific direction of your AirPods, an approximate distance telling you how far away they are, and even a message saying if they are located on a different floor. Similarly, you can currently play a sound on your AirPods to help you find them, but this is played through the earbuds. If the earbuds are inside the charging case, it is likely the sound will be quite muffled. With the latest AirPods Pro, Apple added a speaker to the charging case itself, allowing users to more clearly hear a location alert from their AirPods, and even locate the case when it is separate from the earbuds. An identical speaker is expected come to the high-end version of the standard AirPods in their next iteration. It is also worth noting that the lanyard loop on the AirPods Pro doubles as an antenna for the U1 chip, so this small feature could also be coming to the next-generation AirPods if they do offer Precision Tracking. Apple Watch Charger Compatibility The third-generation AirPods can charge via MagSafe, a Qi wireless charger, or a Lightning cable. With its latest AirPods Pro model, Apple added the ability to use an Apple Watch charger as an additional charging method. Apple does not seem to regard charging technologies as Pro-exclusive features, so, as a basic utility, it seems likely that this added charging method will come to the fourth-generation AirPods to provide even more versatility. Hearing Aid Functionality In a software update coming later next year, Apple will apparently add hearing aid functionality, allowing AirPods to serve as an over-the-counter (OTC) hearing alternative to traditional hearing aids. The FDA in 2022 approved OTC hearing aid options , paving the way for Apple to market the AirPods for hearing loss. Apple also allegedly plans to offer hearing tests that would tell AirPods users if they are experiencing hearing loss. USB-C Port Like the most recent iPhone models and the USB-C AirPods Pro, the fourth-generation AirPods are expected to include a USB-C port for charging. Release Date Rumors suggest that the fourth-generation AirPods will launch in September or October 2024 . Related Roundup: AirPods 3 Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Don't Buy) Related Forum: AirPods This article, AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Best Apple Deals of the Week: Shop Low Prices on M3 MacBook Air, M3 iMac, and M1 iPad Air

Apple's 13-inch M3 MacBook Air, M1 iPad Air, and M3 iMac are the highlights of this week's best deals, and they include multiple record low prices across each product lineup. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. MacBook Air What's the deal? Get up to $110 off 13-inch M3 MacBook Air Where can I get it? Amazon and Best Buy Where can I find the original deal? Right here $110 OFF 13-inch M3 MacBook Air (256GB) for $989.00 $100 OFF 13-inch M3 MacBook Air (8GB RAM/512GB SSD) for $1,199.00 $100 OFF 13-inch M3 MacBook Air (16GB RAM/512GB SSD) for $1,399.00 Early in the week, we began tracking a few deals on the new 13-inch M3 MacBook Air at Best Buy, and this sale has now expanded to include Amazon. In fact, at Amazon you can now get the 256GB notebook for the new all-time low price of $989.00, $10 below Best Buy's sale. iPad Air What's the deal? Get $100 off M1 iPad Air Where can I get it? Best Buy Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFF 64GB Wi-Fi iPad Air for $499.99 $100 OFF 256GB Wi-Fi iPad Air for $649.99 $100 OFF 64GB Cellular iPad Air for $649.99 $100 OFF 256GB Cellular iPad Air for $799.99 Best Buy has the 2022 iPad Air for $100 off every configuration this weekend. These are solid second-best prices across the board, starting at $499.99 for the 64GB Wi-Fi tablet. iMac What's the deal? Get up to $105 off M3 iMac Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFF M3 iMac (8-core/256GB) for $1,199.00 $105 OFF M3 iMac (10-core/512GB) for $1,594.00 Amazon this week introduced solid discounts on a few M3 iMac models, starting at $1,199.00 for the 256GB model and increasing to $1,594.00 for the 512GB computer. The latter deal is a match of the all-time low price on this version of the 2023 iMac. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Best Apple Deals of the Week: Shop Low Prices on M3 MacBook Air, M3 iMac, and M1 iPad Air first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Share a Webpage Link With Quoted Text in iPhone Messages

Most iPhone users know how to share a webpage link in Messages, but not everyone realizes that you can quote text from the webpage and include it in the message link. Keep reading to learn more. Incorporating quoted text when sharing a webpage link in Messages is a great way to get to the point and make it clear why the content you're sharing is relevant and interesting. It not only makes the link more engaging but also personalizes the message if it's sent in the midst of a conversation. By highlighting specific text, you can streamline your communication by directing the recipient's attention to the most pertinent information on the linked website. It saves time, and ensures that the key piece of information you want to share isn't missed. It can also serve as a conversation starter. Here's how it works. In Safari, navigate to the webpage containing the relevant information you want to share. Select the text that you want to quote in your shared link by pressing and holding on the words, using the selection anchors to more precisely include the text you want. Choose Copy from the pop-up menu. Tap the Share button at the bottom of Safari's interface, then tap the Messages icon in the share sheet, or choose a contact to message in the suggested list above. In the Messages app, add a comment for more context if desired, then tap the send button. That's all there is to it. By using this method of sharing links, it can even serve as a memory aid in ongoing conversations, which can help both you and your recipient recall the relevance of its content to previous discussions. Try it! Tag: Messages This article, Share a Webpage Link With Quoted Text in iPhone Messages first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Apple's Regular Mac Base RAM Boosts Ended When Tim Cook Took Over

Apple used to regularly increase the base memory of its Macs up until 2011, the same year Tim Cook was appointed CEO, charts posted on Mastodon by David Schaub show. Earlier this year, Schaub generated two charts: One showing the base memory capacities of Apple's all-in-one Macs from 1984 onwards, and a second depicting Apple's consumer laptop base RAM from 1999 onwards. Both charts were recently resurfaced by the Accidental Tech Podcast . The graphs show that Apple tended to increase the base memory every two years or so, but that this trend ended when Cook took over the company from Steve Jobs. Memory increased quickly until the Mac Plus was launched in 1986, notes Schaub. 1986 to 1990 were all about decreasing the entry Mac price, he says. Then we get a pretty straight logarithmic line until Tim Cook became CEO and there has only been a single increase since. The correlation is interesting, but other variables such as market trends and changes in technology can help to account for the plateau in Cook's era. For example, Stuart McHattie notes that early all-in-one Macs saw a tenfold increase every six years. If that trend had continued from 2006 onwards when the base was 500MB, modern base model Macs would have reached 500GB. Yet today's consumer PC demand for RAM remains around 8GB to 64GB, and very rarely exceeds double digits. Computers have also changed a lot over the last several years. RAM has gotten faster. Hard disk drives have been superseded by solid-state storage. Chips and components are more tightly integrated. Apple no longer relies on Intel processors to power its machines, and instead uses high performance system-on-a-chip (SOC) architecture, which fuses CPUs, GPUs, and unified memory into a single package. This is why the company feels confident in arguing that 8GB on a Mac is comparable to 16GB on rival systems . But that does not change the fact that Apple has offered iMac and MacBook Pro models with 8GB of RAM since 2012. Likewise, the MacBook Air has had the same base memory configuration since 2017. In addition, Apple's adoption of unified memory means that Macs cannot have their RAM upgraded after purchase, while Apple continues to pursue a strategy of vastly overcharging customers for higher memory configurations. Users often pay out $200 or more at checkout just to future proof their machines. Is 8GB of RAM Enough for a Mac in 2024? Apple's Mac memory configuration strategy is likely to become even more contentious if all upcoming iPhone 16 models turn out to include 8GB of RAM . (In the iPhone 15 series, only the Pro models have 8GB, whereas standard models have 6GB.) Why Apple is prepared to increase RAM in a smartphone but not in a multitasking Mac without users paying excessively for the privilege will be the overriding question on many consumers' lips. This article, Apple's Regular Mac Base RAM Boosts Ended When Tim Cook Took Over first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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TSMCs shrinking silicon roadmap could mean big things for your Apple devices

Macworld Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) just held its 2024 North America Technology Symposium, where it filled in attendees and investors on its technology roadmap for the future. You may rightly ask: okay but what does this have to do with me, a user of Apple products? Well, TSMC is a chip fabrication company, and likely the most advanced one in the world. Theyve been Apples partner for nearly all of its chips major chipsthe A series for iPhones and iPads, the M series for Macs, and more. And Apple is often first in line for new manufacturing processes from TSMC, paying a premium to be the first customer to get to use 5nm or 3nm technologies, for example. Heres a summary of the TSMC roadmap and what it might mean for future Apple silicon, and therefore future iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more. Whats a nanometer? Before we talk about TSMCs future technologies, lets have a quick reminder on what a nanometer is in this context. Technically, its one billionth of a meter. A human hair is between 50,000 and 100,000nm thick. Most bacteria are between 1,000 and 10,000 nanometers. In silicon process technology, the nanometer measurement is how big some of the features of the chip are. Different companies measure different featuresit used to be the length between the source and drain parts of a field-effect transistor (FET), but these days different parts are measured by different companies. The A17 Pro chip was Apples first 3nm processor, followed by the M3. The A17 Pro chip was Apples first 3nm processor, followed by the M3. Apple The A17 Pro chip was Apples first 3nm processor, followed by the M3. Apple Apple In other words, 5nm means some specific parts of the chip are only 5 nanometers big, but TSMCs 5nm is not the same as Intels 5nm, is not the same as Samsungs 5nm, and so on. A smaller nanometer number means you can fit more chip logic or cache or whatever in the same amount of space, which can lead to more powerful chips, lower power consumption, smaller chips that fit into smaller devices, and so on. Think of it a bit like looking at a city in Apple Mapszooming out makes everything smaller, putting more buildings, streets, and land on the same amount of screen. Thats what moving to a smaller nanometer process is like more city in the same space. There are many other important aspects of a microprocessor, including the way transistors are insulated, materials used, and so much more, but the nanometer measurement has stuck as a way of differentiating one major manufacturing generation from another. 3nm progress Apple was first with TSMCs initial 3nm process, which was called N3. The company has now refined that with the N3E process, which is what we think Apple will use in its most advanced products this fall ( A18 and M4 ). While it might seem significant, the main focus of N3E is to make the chips more affordable. There are some slight differences in density and performance but its not a major generational change. TSMC TSMC TSMC 2nm coming next year The next major change is the shift to 2nm, which is expected to happen in 2025. Apple is once again expected to be the first major (and possibly only) customer, so its possible that the A19 or other chips (maybe an M5?) that ship in late 2025 will use this process. It all comes down to TSMCs ability to work out the kinks in manufacturing and yields and such in time to produce tens of millions of chips with it. Compared to the N3E process, the N2 process is expected to reduce power consumption by 25-30 percent (for a chip of the same complexity and frequency) or to improve performance by 10-15 percent at the same power consumption. Chip density (how much stuff fits into a single area) is expected to increase by 15 percent. An interesting change to this generation of chips, besides simply being smaller/denser/faster, is something TSMC calls NanoFlex. It will allow chip designers to use cells from different chip libraries all on the same wafer. Usually, a chip designer has to use all blocks from a low power, high density, or high performance library, depending on the most important needs of the chip. By letting designs use different parts from different libraries, chips can fine-tune different areas to their needs. For example, Apple could decide it is most important to make the video and audio encoders and decoders part of the chip as small as possible and lay out that part of the chip using the high-density design libraries while using the energy-efficient libraries for the low-power CPU cores and the high-performance libraries for the performance CPU cores. For the chips Apple produces, the limiting factor tends to be power and thermal dissipation. So you can probably expect chips made with the N2 process to have more stuff in them (cores, cache, bigger and more complex video encoders, etc) to the tune of 15-20 percent, with slightly higher clock speeds and therefore performance, compared to chips from the year before. However, the ability to optimize specific parts of the chip with tools from different chip libraries has the potential to pay off big in terms of higher peak performance or lower idle power. The year after N2 is released, TSMC will have two enhanced versions of the process: N2P which is focused on top performance, and N2X focused on lower voltages and power consumption. Its unclear whether Apple will adopt one of those for the chips that come in 2026. A16were doing angstroms now? The major shift after 2nm (N2) is a process TSMC calls A16 (no relation to the A16 Bionic). Its a 1.6-nanometer process but now that things are getting so small, theyre sort of getting off nanometers and switching to angstroms. An angstrom is a ten-billionth of a meter, or 10 times smaller than a nanometer. This one is not coming until late 2026, almost certainly too late for Apple to use that year. Well see chips made with the A16 process from Apple in 2027, most likely. TSMC gave some early estimates compared to the coming N2P process, where A16 is expected to improve performance by 8-10 percent at the same voltage and complexity or reduce power by 15-20 percent at the same frequency and transistor count. The big innovation in the A16 generation will be backside power delivery, something TSMC calls Super Power Rail. This runs a network for power distribution on the back side of the silicon wafer, connected to the transistors through little tunnels through it. This improves density and potentially reliability, as power doesnt have to be routed around with all the signal and clock distribution lines on the top side of the chip. Other chip manufacturers are pursuing similar technologies (Intels PowerVia comes to mind)basically different approaches to the same idea. TSMC TSMC TSMC TSMC may be a little later than competitors like Intel with this kind of technology, as it has been pushed back a little. It was originally expected to debut in the N2P process, and now will be first introduced in A16 instead. Chips in Apple products that use the A16 process will be able to have even more stuff (more cores, bigger caches) than the N2 process while maintaining the same power profile. Having chips with more density or a better power profile earlier than others is one of Apples big advantages, but the real magic comes from excellent chip design and software development that optimizes Apples software specifically for the chips they produce. Apple Inc, CPUs and Processors

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The ridiculously long wait for iPads has reached 18 months

Macworld Earlier this week we got some surprising news out of Cupertino. After weeks of reported delays, Apple announced that it will be holding an event on May 7 with the tagline Let Loose that will presumably feature new iPads. That would make a whopping 559 days since the announcement of the 10th-gen iPad and M2 iPad Pros and even longer since the M1 iPad Air arrived at the Peek Performance event (March 2022). Thats an extremely long wait for new iPads; the longest ever, in fact. Apple had never gone a full calendar year without launching a new iPad or an update, let alone nearly halfway through the second year. So to say there is tremendous anticipation for the new iPads is an understatement. Were expecting several new tablets and accessories to appear at the event, including: Updated iPad Air with a 10.9-inch screen and an M2 processor New 12.9-inch iPad Air with an M2 processor Updated 11-inch iPad Pro with an M3 processor and an OLED display Updated 12.9-inch iPad Pro with an M3 processor and an OLED display A new Apple Pencil with a squeeze gesture A new Magic Keyboard There mayand likely willbe other surprises, but were not expecting the iPad mini or entry-level iPad to get an update at the event. Based on the invitation and cheeky post from Tim Cook, Apple is going to lean into the iPads creative side, with a heavy focus on drawing and painting, the new things the Apple Pencil can do, and the color benefits of the iPad Pros new OLED screen. But when the fanfare fades away, the new iPad line could be very similar to the existing one, with higher prices. Its possible that Apple delivers a refined design, exciting accessories, and new features that make the updates worth waiting more than 18 months to get. But more likely, theyre just gonna be the same old iPads that we just waited a long time to get. You can catch up on all of the latest rumors in our iPad Air and iPad Pro roundups ahead of the event. iPad

This $80 OneAir plan uses AI to land you the best airline tickets available

Macworld While travel costs continue to rise steadily, that doesnt mean you have to ditch your vacation dreams. With OneAir, a members-only travel app , you can save on your travel planning by letting this platforms AI find the best airfare deals. Through April 30, you can grab lifetime access to the OneAir Elite Plan for only$79.97 (reg. $790). By leveraging cutting-edge AI technology, OneAir can scan and tracks millions of fares across business, first, premium, and economy class , ensuring members secure the best flight deals and mistake fares when they hit themarket. Elite members can choose up to 10 departure airports they wish to receive deals for, as well as gain1-on-1 business and first class flight planning support Meanwhile, OneAirs mobile app for iOS and Android making booking your next flight a breeze. Unlike other platforms that redirect customers to different outlets for ticket purchases, OneAirs app allows you to spring into action immediately. If you find deals on the OneAir app, you can search and book on the same interfaceno redirects needed. Plus, users can set up personalized deal alerts to get a better chance of finding discounts for their desired destinations. Save on future flights for life with a lifetime subscription to the OneAir Elite Plan, now just $79.97 through April 30 at 11:59 PM Pacific. OneAir Elite Plan: Lifetime Subscription Only $79.97 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Entertainment

Apple Sinks From First to Fifth Place in Chinese Smartphone Market

Analytics company Canalys has released its latest report on China's smartphone market for the first quarter of 2024, and Apple has come off worst among the top five brands jostling for supremacy in Asia's largest economy. Huawei returned to the top spot after 13 quarters with a 17% market share. The local vendor shipped 11.7 million smartphones, thanks to its popular Mate and nova series, while OPPO rose to second place on strong performance of its Reno 11 series, shipping 10.9 million units. Conversely, HONOR, vivo, and Apple all slowed their sell-ins in the quarter, ranking third, fourth, and fifth, respectively. HONOR shipped 10.6 million units with a 16% share, a year-on-year increase of 9%, while vivo shipped 10.3 million units with a 15% share, a year-on-year decrease of 9%. Apple declined the most among the top five, sinking to fifth from first place, with 10 million units and a 15% share, which is a year-on-year decrease of 25%. Huawei's performance is up 70% from a year earlier, when the company was still reorganizing its phone business following U.S. sanctions. Huawei's 5G Mate 60 Pro uses a China-made 7-nanometer processor tailored for the local market, showcasing the kind of advanced semiconductor manufacturing capabilities that US sanctions were originally designed to prevent. Huawei has since released its new Pure line of flagship smartphones, and has been busy developing its own operating system, HarmonyOS, since it could not use Google's Android and Google Mobile Services. The continued expansion of the HarmonyOS ecosystem breaks the two-horse race of Android and iOS in Mainland China. The latest data is unlikely to make for pleasant reading for Apple's CEO Tim Cook , following his trip to China for the inauguration of a major new store in Shanghai. During his visit, coming on the back of a strong Chinese fourth quarter, Cook announced the expansion of Apple's R&D center in the city, highlighting China's crucial role in the company's strategy. Cook also attended the China Development Forum in Beijing, where he said the country was critical to Apple. Apple is deepening its ties with China despite expanding production in Southeast Asia and India. Approximately 17% of Apple's net sales from October to December were derived from the greater China region, making it the largest regional supplier in the company's supply chain. But Apple is facing an uphill battle to reverse falling iPhone sales there, with a 24% year-on-year decline in 2023 projected to deepen through 2024. Tags: China , Huawei , Canalys This article, Apple Sinks From First to Fifth Place in Chinese Smartphone Market first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Apple Thunderbolt Display requires native Thunderbolt, not just USB-C

Macworld Apple made its popular Apple Thunderbolt Display from 2011 to 2016we still get questions about using the display eight years after it was discontinued. Even though the Thunderbolt Display used an older Thunderbolt standard, it remained compatible with Thunderbolt 3 when that newer standard was released, as well as with the even fresher Thunderbolt 4. The Apple Thunderbolt Display offered a Thunderbolt 2 data connection via a jack that is identical in appearance to Mini DisplayPort. Thunderbolt 3 requires USB-C, a standard that can connect devices and computers using Thunderbolt 3/4, USB 3.1 and later, and USB4. USB-C is a specification for ports, jacks, and cables; Thunderbolt and USBs numbered standards define what flows over those connections. (There were some tweaky elements of using Mini DisplayPort and Thunderbolt 2 when Apple transitioned from the former to the latter, but none of that is relevant with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3/4.) If you want to use a Thunderbolt Display, most people rely on Apples Thunderbolt 2 to 3 adapter, for which Apple still charges a whopping $49. This adapter has a USB-C jack on one end, and you can only get the display to work if its plugged into a Thunderbolt 3 or 4 port on your Mac or an external Thunderbolt dock. Apples Thunderbolt 2 to 3 display has a Thunderbolt 2 port in the main body, which looks identical to Mini DisplayPort, and a USB-C jack on the other end, which only works when plugged into a Thunderbolt 3/4 port. Apples Thunderbolt 2 to 3 display has a Thunderbolt 2 port in the main body, which looks identical to Mini DisplayPort, and a USB-C jack on the other end, which only works when plugged into a Thunderbolt 3/4 port. Foundry Apples Thunderbolt 2 to 3 display has a Thunderbolt 2 port in the main body, which looks identical to Mini DisplayPort, and a USB-C jack on the other end, which only works when plugged into a Thunderbolt 3/4 port. Foundry Foundry Plug it into a USB 3.x/USB4 port on an external dock or a USB 3.x/USB4-only port on certain Macs (like the lower-end Mac Studio models front two ports) and the display doesnt function. The reason is convoluted. The display relies on DisplayPort data coming from the computer to show the screen. However, even though USB 3.x/USB4 support passing through DisplayPort data, the hardware on the Apple Thunderbolt Display cant interpret thatit only has a chip that can accept Thunderbolt-encoded information, including the method by which DisplayPort is wrapped up for Thunderbolt. Its one of the remaining cases where USB-C frustrates an average user with a mix of older and newer gear. The telltale is the lightning bolt symbol on Apples adapter: theres a Thunderbolt lightning bolt on both the input side (for Thunderbolt 2) and output (for Thunderbolt 3/4). The USB logo is entirely different and absent. Learn more about connecting older Apple displays to a Mac . This Mac 911 article is in response to a question submitted by Macworld reader Mike. Ask Mac 911 Weve compiled a list of the questions we get asked most frequently, along with answers and links to columns: read our super FAQ to see if your question is covered. If not, were always looking for new problems to solve! Email yours to mac911@macworld.com , including screen captures as appropriate and whether you want your full name used. Not every question will be answered, we dont reply to email, and we cannot provide direct troubleshooting advice. Mac, Monitors

Samsung One UI 6.1.1 Update Tipped to Bring a Video AI Feature for Galaxy Smartphones

Samsung could be gearing up to introduce another artificial intelligence (AI)-powered feature later this year, as per a new leak. A tipster has revealed that the company is planning to introduce a feature dubbed Video AI with the One UI 6.1.1 update. This could be part of Samsungs Galaxy AI suite of features which was launched in January and brought features such a...

You can get a refurbished iPad Pro with a 9.7-inch display for only $171

Macworld Apple is touted for its iPads, which offer storage, performance, and moreundera sleek package. While iPadsare typicallyhundreds of dollars, you can score wallet-friendly savings with this pre-loved iPad Pro , which is now only $170.99 (reg. $599). Though this iPad Pro isnt brand new, it boasts a Grade B refurbishment rating, meaning it may have light cosmetic imperfections, thoughits performance has been inspected to ensure it works properly. Thanks to its refurbished status, you can score savings on this device, as well asreduce electronic waste. Designed with afully-laminated 9.7-inch LED-backlit touch-sensitive Retina display, this iPad Pro provides generous screen space for streaming, browsing, and working.Expect vibrant colorsand sharpimages and videos, and enjoy its automatically adjustable True Tone Technology. Its 2GB of RAM and Apple A9X dual-core processor means youll have snappyperformance and seamless multitasking capabilities. This iPad Pros 32GB of storage space provides ample room for storing apps, media, and documents, while the four-speaker audio system promises immersive sound quality. This 2016 model boasts 12MP iSight and 5MP FaceTime HD cameras for vivid photos and clear FaceTime calls. Meanwhile, the 10-hour battery life is sufficient for a whole days work without recharging. Enjoy wallet-friendly savings on this eco-friendly Grade B refurbished 9.7-inch iPad Pro, now just$170.99 for a limited time. Grade B Refurbished 9.7-inch iPad Pro Only $170.99 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. iPad

Apple's 2025 M4 Mac Pro: What to Expect

Apple last updated the Mac Pro in June 2023, adding an M2 Ultra chip and officially completing the transition away from Intel chips. The Mac Pro uses the same M2 Ultra chip that's in the Mac Studio , leading to criticism about its lack of power. Apple has now gone back to the drawing board and is working on an updated version of the Mac Pro that's set to come out next year. This guide highlights everything we know about Apple's Mac Pro progress. M4 Chip The next Mac Pro will have a chip that's in the M4 family, as Apple is working to update its entire Mac lineup to the M4 series across 2024 and 2025. Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman believes that Apple wants to establish a more regular Apple silicon chip upgrade cycle that would perhaps see Mac chips refreshed on an annual basis much like chips designed for the iPhone . Gurman says that the Mac Pro will be equipped with the highest-end version of the M4 chip, which is codenamed Hidra. Hidra is likely equivalent to an Ultra chip based on the way that Apple has differentiated its chips in the past. The Mac Pro is aimed at professional videographers, photographers, designers, and others who need significant processing power, and some pro users are said to have been unhappy with the M2 Ultra Mac Pro. As a result, Apple is looking to make the M4 Mac Pro more powerful. All of the M4 chips will be designed with a focus on artificial intelligence, with Apple aiming to highlight the AI processing capabilities of the chips and how they'll integrate into macOS. Apple is adding AI features that will run solely on device to the next operating system updates, so the M4 chips will need to have a lot of compute power. Rumors suggest that the M4 chips will feature an upgraded Neural Engine with more cores to handle AI tasks. Unified Memory The Mac Pro could support up to 500GB Unified Memory, way up from the current 192GB maximum. Will there be an M3 Mac Pro? It doesn't sound like Apple is going to bother with an M3 Ultra chip for the Mac Pro, with the company instead focusing effort on the M4 update. Design Updates The Mac Pro saw a major design update in 2019, with Apple doing away with the cylindrical rash can look in favor of a more reserved aluminum computer tower. There were no design changes to the 2022 model when it was refreshed, and so far we've heard nothing about design changes to the upcoming M4 variant. Launch is still more than a year away though, so it's possible Apple will make some design updates, at least internally to support M4 chip changes. Launch Date The Mac Pro is expected to be the last of Apple's Macs to get the M4 chip, and rumors suggest that it will come out in late 2025. Related Roundup: Mac Pro Buyer's Guide: Mac Pro (Neutral) Related Forum: Mac Pro This article, Apple's 2025 M4 Mac Pro: What to Expect first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

The best tablets in 2024: top 11 tablets you can buy now

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I cant wait for Nothing to launch this stunning phone

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Review: Satechi Launches New Qi2 Charging Stands

Satechi today announced the availability of its two new Qi2 charging stands, the 3-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand and the 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand. Qi2 is the latest version of the Qi standard, and it is comparable to MagSafe . Qi2 uses magnets to ensure that smartphones are aligned properly with charging coils, and it is able to charge compatible iPhones at up to 15W. The faster Qi2 charging speeds are available on the iPhone 12, iPhone 13 , iPhone 14 , and all iPhone 15 models. Future iPhones, such as the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup, will also work with Qi2. While Qi2 is basically the same as MagSafe, it has the benefit of not being controlled by Apple, so Qi2 accessories can be a bit cheaper than MagSafe technology that manufacturers have to license from Apple. Both of the Satechi Wireless Charging Stands have the same design, featuring a square wireless charging pedestal for the AirPods, an arm attached by a hinge, and a round magnetic wireless charger for the iPhone. The 3-in-1 model adds a fold-out Apple Watch charger to the back of the arm. These chargers collapse down flat, which makes them convenient to tuck into a bag or backpack, but the aluminum they're made from is on the heavy side. The option to fold them down is a plus, but because of the weight, they may not be a better option than something like Mophie's 3-in-1 travel charger . The folding design is, however, a major improvement over most chargers, so if you want something that works well both on a desktop and when traveling, Satechi's Qi2 options are worth looking at. Compared to a flat charger, being able to unfold the arm and have an upright charger is useful because it enables features like StandBy on the iPhone and Night Stand mode on the Apple Watch. The base of each charger has a soft-touch vegan leather material and a little divot where the AirPods are meant to go. The iPhone charging puck also has a soft-touch silicone to ensure that it doesn't scratch the iPhone, and the Apple Watch charger is made from a standard white plastic. With the aluminum build, the chargers look like quality products, and they'll match well with most desk setups. It is worth noting that Satechi is only selling these in space gray, so if you prefer silver aluminum or shades of white, that's not an option. The best part about Satechi's Charging Stands is the Qi2 charging puck. It's attached to the arm of the device using a hinge, so the charger can be set to several different angles. It can be positioned straight up so it's essentially a flat charging surface, or tilted down all the way to take up minimal space. In between, there are angles ideal for watching videos or FaceTiming. As with most upright magnetic chargers, the Charging Stands can be used with the iPhone positioned in landscape or portrait orientation. Satechi says that the hinges on the stand won't weaken over time, and they do seem firm while still being easy to manipulate. In testing, Satechi's Qi2 Charging Stands worked like MagSafe charging stands. The iPhone is able to attach magnetically, and charging speeds were about the same as MagSafe. The iPhone did get a little warm a few times, but that also happens with MagSafe chargers. Over a 30-minute period, an iPhone 15 Pro Max was able to charge from 22 percent to 52 percent, for a 30 percent total charge. The AirPods charging spot charges the AirPods at 5W, and the 3-in-1 version's Apple Watch charger is a fast charger so it can charge the Apple Watch Series 7 and later and the Ultra models at the quickest speed. There is a small light at the front of the charger when it is in use, but it is not overly bright. For powering the Charging Stands, there's a USB-C port at the back, which is nice because the cable can be swapped out if it becomes damaged or if you need a cable of a different length. The more expensive 3-in-1 charger includes a 45W power adapter and interchangeable plugs for international travel, and both models come with a plain black USB-C cable. One of the benefits of Qi2 is lower prices, but Satechi's Wireless Charging Stands are still expensive. The 3-in-1 model is priced at $130, likely because Satechi is still licensing Apple Watch charging technology from Apple, while the 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Stand is $80. For the build quality and the versatility afforded by the hinged design, the pricing does not seem unfair, and Satechi's 3-in-1 is $20 cheaper than MagSafe-based 3-in-1 charging options sold by Apple. The 3-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand is priced at $130, while the 2-in-1 Foldable Qi2 Wireless Charging Stand is priced at $80. Both products can be purchased from the Satechi website as of today. Note: Satechi provided MacRumors with the 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 Qi2 Wireless Charging Stands for the purpose of this review. No other compensation was received. Tag: Satechi This article, Review: Satechi Launches New Qi2 Charging Stands first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

How to find your phone number on iPhone or Android

Ever forget your own mobile phone number? We walk you through the steps of finding your phone number on an iPhone and an Android smartphone.

How to schedule a text message on your iPhone

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iPhone SE deals: Refurbished 2nd and 3rd Gen iPhones

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Apple Card Promo Offers 10% Daily Cash at Nike

Apple Card users can get extra Daily Cash back this week for Nike purchases thanks to a special Apple Pay promotion Apple is running with Nike. From April 25 through May 2, Apple Card owners will get 10 percent Daily Cash back on Nike purchases made using Apple Pay. The deal is available on the Nike website , the Nike app, and at U.S. Nike Stores. Customers can earn up to $50 back, which means the extra cash is available for up to $500 in purchases. Daily Cash is a benefit available to Apple Card owners. With each purchase, immediate cash back rewards are available. Apple typically provides two percent cash back for Apple Pay purchases, three percent for Apple Pay purchases at Apple locations, and one percent for everything else. Some retailers, such as Nike, have special deals with Apple where users can get three percent cash back. The limited time deal is a seven percent total increase in Daily Cash back on Nike purchases. Tag: Apple Card This article, Apple Card Promo Offers 10% Daily Cash at Nike first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

The OnePlus 12R is still one of 2024s best smartphone deals

We're a couple of months removed from the OnePlus 12R's release. Is it still as good as it was back in February? I revisited the phone to find out.

Best Buy Introduces Record Low Prices on Apple's M3 MacBook Pro for Members

Best Buy is discounting a collection of M3 MacBook Pro computers today, this time focusing on the 14-inch version of the laptop. Every deal in this sale requires you to have a My Best Buy Plus or Total membership , although non-members can still get solid second-best prices on these MacBook Pro models. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Only M3 models are being discounted to notable all-time low prices during this sale, although the higher-end M3 Pro and M3 Max MacBook Pros are seeing a few second-best prices. In terms of the 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro, there are three total models on sale right now at Best Buy. The cheapest model is the 512GB M3 model at $1,399.00 , down from $1,599.00. Note: My Best Buy Plus/Total membership required to see final deal price. $200 OFF M3 14-inch MacBook Pro (512GB) for $1,399.00 $200 OFF M3 14-inch MacBook Pro (8GB RAM/1TB) for $1,599.00 $200 OFF M3 14-inch MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/1TB) for $1,799.00 For anyone who doesn't have My Best Buy Plus or Total, you can still get $150 off the 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro. These MacBook Pro models launched last October, featuring mini-LED displays, MagSafe fast charging, Wi-Fi 6E, a six-speaker sound system, and more. Be sure to visit our full Deals Roundup to shop for even more Apple-related products and accessories. Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Best Buy Introduces Record Low Prices on Apple's M3 MacBook Pro for Members first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

6 iPhone Camera Tips Every User Should Know

Apple's latest iPhones include several headline camera features that are worth using, such as Portrait Mode and Photographic Styles. But if all you want to use is the standard photo mode, there are still several tools and settings that can improve the composition of your pictures and help you capture the perfect shot using more traditional techniques. Whether you are the owner of a new iPhone or a longtime user looking to up your photography game, here are six camera tools and settings in iOS that are worth checking out and experimenting with. 1. Use the Rule of Thirds For a while now, Apple's Camera app has included a few optional settings that can help you line up your shots. Foremost in these settings is the Grid tool, which should be used when applying the rule of thirds. It divides the frame of your photo into a grid with two horizontal lines and two vertical lines, creating nine equal parts. The rule of thirds helps guide the viewer's eye to the most important parts of your photo and creates a more harmonious composition. Here's how to overlay a grid on the viewfinder. Open the Settings app on your iPhone. Scroll down and tap Camera. In the Composition section, toggle on the switch next to Grid. Here are five things to keep in mind when using the grid to apple the rule of thirds. Identify the Key Elements : First, identify the main subjects or elements in the scene you want to photograph. These could be a person, a building, a tree, or any focal point. Positioning the Subjects : Place these key elements along the lines or at the points where the lines intersect. For instance, if you're taking a photo of a person, you might position them along one of the vertical lines, rather than in the center of the frame. Horizontal Elements : For horizontal elements like the horizon in a landscape, align them with one of the horizontal lines. For a more dramatic sky, place the horizon on the lower line. For more emphasis on the land or sea, place it on the upper line. Balancing the Image : Use the rule of thirds to balance your photo. If you place a subject on the left, consider having something of lesser importance on the right to create a sense of balance. Experimentation : While the rule of thirds is a guideline, it's not a strict rule. Feel free to experiment with it and see how shifting elements in your frame changes the photo's impact. 2. Straighten Top-Down Shots If you're taking a picture of something from above like a plate of food or an ornament on the ground, consider using the camera level, as it helps you capture a balanced shot without having to use a tripod arm or mount. It's also useful for taking a shot of something directly above you, like an object on the ceiling or in the sky. The camera level tool used to be part of the Grid overlay, but Apple separated out the function in iOS 17 , and it now has its own switch: Open the Settings app on your iPhone, select Camera, then toggle on the switch next to Level. Now you are ready to use it. Open the Camera app, and set the capture mode to Photo , Portrait , Square , or Time Lapse , using the sliding menu above the shutter button. Point the camera straight down above your subject (or straight up if the subject/scene you want to capture is above you). Line up the floating crosshair with the fixed crosshair in the center of the screen by adjusting the angle of your phone's camera. The crosshairs will both glow yellow when in perfect alignment. Tap the shutter button to capture the shot. The aligned crosshairs turn yellow (right), indicating the lens is parallel with the ground. 3. Straighten Your Horizontal Shots By making the Level tool an individual option in iOS 17, Apple has also included an additional horizontal level for more traditional straight-on photos. Turning the Level option on makes a broken horizontal line appear on the screen when your iPhone senses that you're lining up for a straight-on shot and you tilt your device slightly out of horizontal. The line appears white while your phone is out of level and then turns yellow once you achieve a level orientation to indicate success. With the Level setting enabled (Settings Camera Level), try it for yourself. Open the Camera app and try shooting a subject at a straight angle, and you should see the broken horizontal lines in the center of the viewfinder. Straighten your angle up to connect the lines and make a single yellow line. The leveling pop-up only appears briefly and only within a narrow range of angles close to horizontal (in either portrait or landscape orientation), so it won't intrusively pop up when you're intentionally trying to take a photo at an angle. 4. Take Burst Photos Burst Mode refers to when the camera on your iPhone captures a series of photos in rapid succession, at a rate of ten frames per second. It's a great way to shoot an action scene or an unexpected event, since you're always more likely to end up with the picture you were aiming for. To shoot in Burst Mode, simply long press on the Volume Up button and your iPhone will take a series of photos in quick succession. Notice that a counter increases inside the on-screen shutter button for as long as you hold down the volume button. This indicates how many shots are being captured in the current burst. Simply take your finger off the volume when you want to end the burst of shots. When you take a series of burst photos, they automatically appear in the Photos app under the Album name Bursts. You'll also find them in your main Photo Library. Follow the link to learn how to view and select the best of your Burst photos in the Photos app. 5. Mirror Your Selfies When you take a selfie with your iPhone using the Camera app, it automatically flips or mirrors the image so that it's an inverted version of the mirror image you see in the preview before you take the shot. This can look odd, since it makes a big difference to how selfies look. It can also be annoying, since most third-party social media apps automatically take mirrored selfies, which means you're more likely to be used to the mirroring functionality than the flipped selfies that your iPhone takes. Fortunately, you can change this default behavior of the Camera app, meaning that you can get the mirrored selfie you're probably more accustomed to seeing. Here's how. Launch the Settings app, then scroll down and select Camera . Toggle the switch next to Mirror Front Camera to the green ON position. That's all there is to it. From now on when you use the Camera app to shoot a selfie, you'll capture the same shot that you saw in the app's preview mode. 6. View Outside the Frame On iPhone 11 and later models, there is an optional camera setting that allows you to see what is outside the bounds of your photo's frame, so you can correct the alignment of photos (and videos) without having to resort to cropping. With the View Outside the Frame setting enabled, when shooting using the wide lens or the telephoto lens, the camera will simultaneously shoot using the next widest sensor. So the wide lens is active when you shoot with the telephoto lens, and the ultra-wide is active when you shoot with the wide. Open the Settings app. Scroll down and tap Camera. Under the Composition section, toggle on the switch next to View Outside the Frame. You may have to play around with zoom levels to switch between lenses, but you'll know the feature is active when the camera interface turns semi-transparent to reveal the surroundings outside of the viewfinder. Tag: Photography This article, 6 iPhone Camera Tips Every User Should Know first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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The best iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro cases

Macworld The iPhone 15 is lots of things, but it isnt indestructible. Drop it, knock it, or scratch it, and it will suffer damage that no one would wish on their expensive new purchase. The most obvious way to protect your iPhone 15, 15 Pro, 15 Plus, or 15 Pro Maxaside from leaving it in the boxis to buy a case that will take the hard knocks and scrapes, leaving your iPhone as Apple intended. A case is more than just a pretty backplate, so we have some expert tips for you to start. We have tested a wide range of iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max cases. Here you can jump straight to the cases that most appeal to you. We have tested plain cases, wallet cases, cases that support bike and car mounts, pouches, sleeves and cases with belt-clips. Best clear cases Best-looking cases Best protective cases Best leather and leather-alternative cases Best battery cases What to look for in an iPhone case Protection: According to surveys in the U.S., 45 percent of phone owners will accidentally damage their phones, on average only 10 weeks after purchase. Keep your iPhone in a case and, whichever way it lands, it should be protected from everyday drops. Make sure the case has a raised lip around the front, which will save the screen from a crack when dropped or scratch when placed face down. Look also for a raised edge around the cameras at the back1mm should be your minimum; some goes as high as 3.6mm. Apple doesnt bother, but many case makers claim their cases either meet or exceed certified military-grade protection, usually MIL-STD-810G, which is a series of U.S. Department of Defense tests to determine the overall durability of material system design of objects. This doesnt mean you can take them into combat, but does imply that the protection offered is robust and tested. The product should have been sequentially dropped onto each face, edge, and corner for a total of 26 drops onto two-inch thick plywood over concrete. Big and bulky doesnt guarantee protection but its a fact that for superior protection your case will add more bulk to your iPhone than a flimsy one. Materials: Thin, soft, and rubbery silicone is a popular phone case material that provides a comfortable grip while not adding any real bulk of the phone. Its great at protecting a phone from abrasions and scratches but not for fall/drop protection. Silicone can attract dirt more easily and is less durable so you might have to change your case more often than products made with tougher materials. Sand-based silicone is a more sustainable material than oil-based plastic. More rigid cases are usually built with polycarbonate plastic. Thermoplastic elastomers ( TPE ) are more flexible and softer to the touch than Thermoplastic polyurethanes ( TPU ), which are also flexible but more rigid. Both are more resistant to scratches, shock, and abrasion than basic polycarbonate. While not as thin as silicone, they arent very bulky and are more durable. However, cheaper clear TPU cases can turn yellow after a year or so due to ultraviolet rays. Look for clear cases with anti-yellowing properties. Metal button covers feel more robust than plastic. Some cases leave some buttons exposed. This is especially true for the iPhone 15s new Action button that seems to have caught out a few case manufacturers. Fit: Aside from protective features, make sure you choose the right case for your exact model. That will ensure that it fits correctly over the buttons for uninterrupted use. Note that some case makers have had problems with the new Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, with their cutouts sometimes not fitting exactly. Such problems will be ironed out quickly by trusted case manufacturers, such as those in our iPhone 15 case reviews below, but cheaper online brands may pose more of a risk in this regard. MagSafe: Also ensure that the case is MagSafe compatible so that you can charge wirelessly with a MagSafe charger while your iPhone 15 stays in its case. Check out our tests of the best MagSafe wireless chargers . You can, of course, still charge via a cablewhich will always be the fastest way to charge an iPhone but make sure you use a USB-C to USB-C cable for iPhone 15 and at least a 20W USB-C chargerwe recommend you start with a 30W or 45W charger; check out our recommended best iPhone chargers . MagSafe each case needs some magnets, which usually means a giant white ring on the back of compatible clear cases. Colored, patterned or leather cases hide their magnets better. Style: Finally, while protection and charging are key factors to your iPhone 15 case, many of us appreciate some individuality to mark out the phone as ours. If this is important to you, look out for color choice and customization options. The iPhone 15 colors arent overly exciting and one of the joys of buying a new phone is getting a new look, as most other things stay the same even with a brand new iPhone. How we tested All cases were tested using an iPhone 15 Pro; case weights listed below are for cases designed for that model. We didnt throw our phone out of speeding cars or from the top of tall buildings. We have included only trusted brands so we have to take their word for the actual drop testing. But we have had days of hand-on experience with each case reviewed here. Best clear iPhone cases for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, Pro and Pro Max Apple makes its iPhones look as nice as it can, so why cover that up with a non-transparent case? While there are some great iPhone 15 cases in different colors and patterns, in leather and vegan alternatives, for many a simple, clear case is all that they need. 1. Apple iPhone 15 Clear Case with MagSafe Best clear iPhone 15 case Pros Made by Apple Shows off iPhone's color MagSafe compatible Cons Expensive Price When Reviewed: $49 Best Prices Today: $49 at Amazon $49 at Apple $49.99 at Best Buy MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 29g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Clear Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max This simple, rigid iPhone 15 protective case from Apple is thin and light and doesnt cover the color of your iPhone 15 that you purposefully chose when you purchased it. Why pick out a pink or yellow iPhone 15, only to cover it up in a black plastic case? With Apples Clear case, you get decent protection without ruining the look of the phone, although the prominent MagSafe icon on the back isnt necessary, surely. Its made from a blend of optically clear polycarbonate and other flexible materials, with a scratch-resistant coating on both the inside and outside. While its more protective than silicone cases and features a robust-looking 2mm camera lip, you can find tougher cases, which we have reviewed below. At 29g its super light, and while the rigid case adds a little bulk, its worth a little compromise for that layer of protection There are also cheaper clear cases, which we have also tested for you. But the Apple badge is a sure sign of quality, as youd expect. The colors on the new iPhone 15 models arent exactly exciting, though, so we wouldnt blame you for deciding on something more joyful. 2. ESR iPhone 15 Zero Clear Case Budget clear iPhone 15 case Pros Shows off iPhone's color Affordable Cons Not MagSafe compatible Price When Reviewed: $19.99 Best Prices Today: $19.99 at ESR MagSafe compatible: No Weight: 28g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Clear Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max If you want basic protection for your new iPhone 15, the clear ESR Zero Clear Case has a 1.2mm front edge to protect the screen and a smaller-than-most 0.7mm camera guard. Its made from a crystal-clear polymer, which ESR claims resists yellowing for longer than cheaper cases. It isnt wireless compatible so youll need to flip the case off if charging wirelessly. While its not too big a deal, Id still pay extra upfront not to have to do that every time I want to charge wirelessly. This bendable case weighs just 28g, although thats only 1g lighter than Apples Clear Case reviewed above. 3. QDOS Hybrid Clear Case for iPhone 15 Budget clear iPhone 15 cases Pros Shows off iPhone's color Metal buttons on Soft + Snap Case Affordable Cons Basic clear case isn't MagSafe compatible Price When Reviewed: $19.99 Best Prices Today: $19.99 at QDOS MagSafe compatible: Yes, except basic Hybrid Clear case Weight: 39g (Soft + Snap) Button covers: Metal Action button: Covered Colors: Clear, Clear/Blue, Clear/Green, Clear/Pink, Clear/Gray, Clear/Black Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max QDOS has a range of similar but subtly different cases for the iPhone 15 family. The most basic is the Hybrid Clear Case , which is affordable and does, unlike the ESR Zero case, support wireless charging, although not the faster MagSafe. It has a TPU frame. One level up is the flexible Hybrid Soft + Snap Case thats available in a range of clear/colored tones. The Snap part of its name relates to its MagSafe compatibility. MagSafe means a more secure connection, and therefore more efficient power exchange, resulting in a faster charge. It promises superior drop protection with its TPU bumpers, metal buttons, and raised edges protecting the screen and camera lens. The metal camera guard is one of the toughest weve seen in our tests. It weighs 39gthats 10g heavier than the Apple Clear Case but hardly a difference youll notice in hand or pocket. QDOS claims that 50-73% of the case is made from recycled materials. The Hybrid Force + Snap Case has a rigid polycarbonate back and a flexible TPU frame with air cushions, compared to the Hybrid Softs soft-touch polycarbonate back panel and TPU bumper. It weighs 30g, so is a little lighterpossibly because its button covers are plastic rather than metal. It also has an antimicrobial treatment that QDOS claims eliminates up to 99.9% of bacteria. The camera lip is a protective 2mm but plastic rather than the metal as found on the Soft + Snap Case. All three cases can absorb falls up to 2m, claims QDOS, and feature an anti-yellowing agent for long-lasting transparency. Aside from its clear cases, QDOS also sells a Touch Pure + Snap Case range of colored cases that are MagSafe compatible, in blue, green, pink, gray, and black. It features a rigid polycarbonate back with a liquid silicone coating. 4. ESR iPhone 15 Classic Hybrid Case with Stash Stand Best clear iPhone 15 case with stand Pros Shows off iPhone's true color MagSafe compatible Built-in kickstand Price When Reviewed: $32.99 Best Prices Today: $32.99 at ESR MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 40g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Clear, Clear/Black Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max A more functional clear option is ESRs Classic Hybrid Case with Stash Stand , available for all models of the iPhone 15 family. Make sure you choose your exact model. It is transparent aside from the giant MagSafe icon, MagSafe compatible and more affordable than the Apple clear case. And the kickstand is an added bonus, working in both landscape and portrait modes. The metal stand is an extra camera guard when not in use. ESR even suggests you can use it to carry your iPhone on your finger when your hands are full. If so, youll be interested in the protection it offers if it slides off your finger Theres the usual tough talk of military-grade protection, with the case featuring shock-absorbing AirGuard corners and a decent 1.6mm camera lip. At 40g, its one of the heavier clear cases, which is caused by the handy kickstand. ESR ESR ESR ESR has a range of iPhone 15 cases. The toughest is the iPhone 15 Armor Tough Case with Stash Stand (above), which features a two-part rugged MagSafe case with Stash Stand, built-in tempered-glass screen protector, dual-layer edges and even individual Armorite lens protectors. Unlike the Hybrid Case it covers the iPhones Action button for extra protection. iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Thinnest iPhone case for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, Pro and Pro Max 1. Thinborne iPhone 15 Pro Aramid Fiber Case Super-thin iPhone 15 case Pros Minimal design Cons Minimal protection Difficult to remove Price When Reviewed: $58.99 Best Prices Today: $59.98 at Amazon MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 22g Button covers: None Action button: Cutout Colors: Black Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max If you dont want to add weight or bulk to your iPhone, this wafer of a case is barely noticeable and is easily the lightest and thinnest case we have tested. The buttons are not covered, which makes them more responsive than under the button covers of some of the other cases reviewed here. The compromise for the sleekness is minimal level of protection. Made of 600D Aramid Fiber (aka bullet-proof Kevlar) it is tough and will save the back of your iPhone from scratches and everyday wear and tear, but it doesnt offer any real drop protection. The case certainly adds some grip to the phone, which should make it less likely to fall from your hand in the first place, and the corners of the phone are covered but with no true impact resistance. We also found the case to be the hardest to prise off the iPhone. Theres no real reason to remove it as it is MagSafe compatible but if you do feel the need for your phone to be free, youll have to follow video instructions to work out how (basically press the case up from the top corners). Best-looking iPhone cases for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, Pro and Pro Max While some will prefer a clear case to keep their iPhones natural color, others want a splash of difference, from plain new colors, through pretty or cool patterns, to full customizable designs. 1. Apple iPhone 15 Silicone Case with MagSafe Popular, Apple-branded colorful case range Pros Made by Apple MagSafe compatible Cons Not as protective as others Expensive Price When Reviewed: $49 Best Prices Today: $31.99 at Best Buy $49 at Amazon $49 at Apple MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 30g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Guava, Orange Sorbet, Winter Blue, Black, Storm Blue, Clay. Light Pink, Cypress, Sunshine, Pink, Soft Mint, Light Blue Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max The smooth Apple Silicone case is a classic, popular protective iPhone coveringavailable in the widest range of colors, which Apple added an extra four to in March 2024. Theres enough choice here to satisfy most people, but if you prefer to see the color of the iPhone itself, look to a clear case; see above. Inside, the lining is soft microfiber to protect the iPhone itself from scratches. Theres nothing particularly special about this Apple case apart from the fact that its made by Apple and has the famous logo on the back, but it is colorful and as protective as you need for everyday calamities except big falls. If you are prone to dropping your phone, look for cases made from TPU, Kevlar or Graphene. Pleasingly, you get the Apple logo on the back of the case rather than the huge MagSafe ring on the clear cases. You cant go wrong buying an Apple-made case, but you can find more options elsewhere. For an even wider range of colors in a more protective shell, look at the OtterBox Symmetry cases, described later in this article. 2. Casetify iPhone 15 Case Best custom iPhone 15 cases Pros Plenty of customization options Protection levels MagSafe Compatible Cons Expensive Price When Reviewed: From $72 Best Prices Today: $72 at Casetify MagSafe compatible: Yes (where stated) Weight: 69g (Ultra Case) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Multiple customization options Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Admit it the iPhone 15 colors are, well, dull. The yellow one is particularly soft compared to the canary yellow found with the iPhone 14. Covering it up might be the best way to add some preoper personality. The most customizable range of iPhone 15 cases weve seen are from Casetify, where you can choose colors, patterns, prints, artists, and personalization options, as well as several levels of protection. These cases are more expensive than the standard, but you pay for the widest range of design options. The level of choice is almost overwhelming and youll have fun choosing the case that looks just right for you. You can add a name or short word, plus add hearts and stars, fonts, and text colors if you desire. Casetify also offers a range of protection levels: Basic (4.9ft drop protection), Strong (8.2ft drop protection, 3x MIL-STD-810G), Extreme (Bounce corners, 21.3 ft. drop protection, 6x MIL-STD-810G) and, for the 15 Pro and Pro Max, Ultra (Ultra Bounce corners, 32.8 ft. drop protection, 10x MIL-STD-810G, 6-layered rugged protection). We tested the Ultra, and it looks and feels impressively robust with giant corner protectors, camera lens covers and a grippy feels. As such it is quite bulky, and at 69g heavier than mostbut if youre after piece of mind, then this level of case protection is hard to beat. The Impact Ring case features the tallest camera-protecting lip at 3.6mm, the biggest weve seen in our tests. The other Casetify cases have camera lips between 1.4mm ( Mirror ) and 1.7mm ( Impact and Bounce )better than the 1mm seen on some cases. Some cases feature a pull-out ring stand, which is otherwise hidden in the camera ring. Youll find all the customization options direct from Casetifysee the links aboveand a wide selection on Amazon.com for U.S. customers. Casetify also sells a range of attachable lanyard rope and chain straps, plus one that floats. 3. Casely iPhone 15 Classic and Bold Cases Best iPhone 15 case for colorful protection Pros Optional protection levels MagSafe Compatible Design options Price When Reviewed: From $30 plus shipping Best Prices Today: $39 at Amazon MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 51g (Bold Case) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Over 60 designs available Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max While not quite as customizable as the Casetify iPhone 15 cases, the range of Casely design options is almost overwhelming. You might end up buying more than one! Aside from the 60+ designs, you can choose between the Classic and Bold case models for each type of iPhone 15. The Classic Collection is lighter and more flexible with a glossy finish, while the Bold Collection is more protective and comes with a matte finish. We particularly liked the ribbed sides on the Bold models, which adds real grip, making it less likely that youll drop your iPhone in the first placebut if you do theres impressive 8-foot drop protection and a 3mm raised screen lip (only 1mm on the Classic), one of the highest weve tested. The camera edge could be a little higher but we are big fans nonetheless. Casely adds small shipping fees, which are calculated at final checkout. A sample of the cases are also available on Amazon U.S. and Amazon U.K. ( 15 , 15 Plus , 15 Pro , 15 Pro Max ). 4. STM Focus iPhone 15 Cases Best iPhone 15 case for mindfulness Pros Mindfulness features MagSafe Compatible Price When Reviewed: $49.95 Best Prices Today: $10.01 at Amazon $49.95 at STM MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 40g (Reveal Case) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Three designs, each in two colors Available for: iPhone 15 all models STM has an interesting take on the iPhone case, with its Focus range offering wellness and mindfulness features. There are three models for each of the iPhone 15 family, each with built-in interactive elements such as stress-relief textures, flowing sand and heat-responsive images that encourage tactile interaction and focus. Mindfulness and focusing on the present have been shown to reduce anxiety and depression, and even lower blood pressure and improve sleep. The Reawaken case features a contoured surface that you can run your fingers across for tactile feedback to take your mind off the busy day and back to yourself. Relax boasts Focuscape flowing sand technology that you can watch slowly descend as you rotate your phone, like a slow-motion snow globe. In our testing, this case garnered a lot of positive attention from people who played with it. Reveal includes a heat-reactive overlay that uncovers colors when touched by your body heat, again making you focus on the present and momentarily forget the stresses of the day. Each MagSafe-ready case is made of polycarbonate and impact-absorbing TPU for scratch and drop protection. 5. Mous Limitless 5.0, Collabs and Clarity Cases for iPhone 15 Wide range of designs Pros High protection level MagSafe Compatible Design options Price When Reviewed: From $69.99 Best Prices Today: $24.95 at Walmart $64.99 at Amazon $69.99 at Mous MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 44g (Limitless Case) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Walnut, Bamboo, Speckled Black, Black Leather, Aramid Fiber, Silver Pearl, plus Atlantic Blue and Forest Green cases (Pro/Max only); Collabs designs Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max London-based Mous made a viral name for itself by showcasing the durability of its Limitless phone cases through extreme stunts, such as dropping phones from helicopters, cranes and bungee jumps, throwing them from speeding F1 cars, and freefalling from a 100mph zipline. The wide range of colored and textured Limitless 5.0 cases offer impact protection with AiroShock defensive technology, a camera bump and rigid TPU materials. Each case features rippled grip ribs to prevent slips, plus eyelets to work with wrist straps and phone slings. Mous also offers a clear case called Clarity with the same protective features but transparent, with anti-yellowing UV resistance. For the iPhone 15, Mous has partnered with artists and brands such as Kelly Anna, Henry Fraser, Ben Eine and Storror to create the Collabs range of unique, vibrant case designs for the Clarity that you wont find elsewhere. At the moment the Collabs range is available only in the U.K. There is also a range of Mous mounts for bikes, cars and motorbiles that work with the companys Interlock Case . Bonus points for having recyclable packaging. 6. Wave Case for iPhone 15 Best Sustainable iPhone 15 Eco Case Pros Biodegradable and plastic-free MagSafe-compatible option Color options Cons Not all models are MagSafe compatible Price When Reviewed: From $38 inc shipping Best Prices Today: $38 at Wave MagSafe compatible: Yes (where stated) Weight: 39g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Black, Yellow, Turquoise, Pink, Khaki, Red, Blue, White Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max With the Wave range of biodegradable iPhone cases you can protect your phone and the planet, reducing your plastic consumption. The plant-based phone cases are made from two commonly used biodegradable polymers. Known for its rigid and transparent properties PLA (Polylactic Acid) is derived from renewable resources such as wheat straw. PBAT (Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate) is a biodegradable copolyester that offers flexibility and durability. Together they make an eco-friendly material that works well for phone protection. Despite being plastic free the smooth but grippy Wave cases have been military grade drop protection, shock absorbing corners and also feature a generous protective 2mm lip around the screen and camera. Sustainable products can be boring but the Wave cases come in a wide range of bright colors and printed designs. The case material adds a natural fleck to the design. The standard and Etched case designs arent MagSafe compatible but will charge wirelessly. However, you can pay a little more for an integrated magnet that makes the case MagSafe compatible. The Wave case wont biodegrade before you buy your replacement phone, and you can either dispose of it using industrial composting facilities or post it back to Wave to recycle, who will then send you a 20% discount on your next case. 7. Atom Studios Wood Fiber iPhone 15 Case Sustainable iPhone 15 case Pros Sustainably conscious materials MagSafe Compatible Cons U.S. only Price When Reviewed: $59.99 Best Prices Today: $59.99 at Atom Studios MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 50g (Wood Fiber), 41g (Silicone) Button covers: Wood Fiber or Silicone Action button: Covered Colors: Blue (Wood Fiber), Carbon Black (Silicone), Stone Beige (Silicone) Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Another company with sustainability top of its mind is Atom Studios, which has a small but attractive range of iPhone cases available to U.S.-based customers only. All models of iPhone 15 have two options of the stylish Silicone Case , either in black or beige. They look great, and its heartening to know that sand-based silicone is more sustainable than single-use plastic. The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max cases include the silicone cases and add a unique-looking case mostly made from recycled Wood Fiber. This Wood Fiber Case includes a ridged back that adds extra grip. The top part of each of the case backs, including the camera ring, are made from recycled anodized aluminum. All packaging is 100% recyclable, and even uses plant-based inks. Atom Studios claims the cases have 10-foot drop protection. 8. OtterBox OtterGrip Symmetry Best iPhone 15 Case with grip Pros Built-in grip MagSafe Compatible Design options Price When Reviewed: $59.95 Best Prices Today: $34.96 at Amazon $59.95 at OtterBox MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 51g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Black, Yellow, Camo Gray, Spotty Brown, Green (plant), Blue Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max OtterBox is a well-known accessory maker, particularly in its protective phone cases. It has a wide range of well-made and trustworthy iPhone 15 cases. If you like a case with an added something, the OtterGrip provides you with a an integrated pull-out grip that pings back flat when not in use. Pressed flat you wouldnt know it is there, and it works well with MagSafe charging. Its rigid polycarbonate shell with shock-absorbing sides feels solid without adding much bulk, and OtterBox claims it is tested to 3x military standards. OtterBoxs seriously protective case goes by the tough title of Defender Series XT . The Woodland Camo color option looks the toughestwhich lives up to its claimed 5x military testingbut this case is also available in a flowery Orchid design. Its a two-piece pressure-fitted design that means you wont want to be removing it often but you shouldnt have to as it charges via MagSafe even in the rugged super-grippy case. The camera bump feels super-robust, and the charging port is covered for extra dust and dirt protection. The Defender Series XT has an optional $15 belt-clip holster, and you can add a lanyard to the standard case. Other OtterBox iPhone 15 cases offer even more color and design choices. The Symmetry range comes in cool colors such as Soft Sunset, Green Juice and Sunstone, and theres a fancy new clear Passport case (for 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max) with maps of iconic cities such as New York, London, Paris and Tokyo. 9. AmazingThing Titan Pro Magnetic Case Wallet Set Pros Detachable grip/stand/wallet MagSafe Compatible Color options Price When Reviewed: $35 Best Prices Today: $35 at AmazingThing MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 35g (86g with stand/wallet) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Neon Green, Neon Pink, Blue, Gray, Black Available for: iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max AmazingThings really amazing thing is its surprisingly affordable Titan Pro Magnetic Case Wallet in bright neon green or pink plus blue, black and gray. We havent seen as eye-catching a case as these neon versions. You wont need FindMyPhone to locate your missing device if its wrapped in one of these! The wallet can hold three cards and is detachable from the iPhone case. It also includes a stand (lanscape and portrait modes) that doubles up as a grip. Theres also a less-neon Titan Pro Magnetic Case Grip Ring Set that swaps the wallet for a metal ring grip that also works as a stand. Note that you need to take off the grip/wallet/stand to achieve MagSafe charging. Both cases feel robust and the company makes the usual US Military Standard MIL-STD-810H 516.8 claims. It also proud of its German Anti-Yellowing Material that resists clouding and discoloration. 10. Incipio Cru iPhone 15 Case Wide range of designs Pros High protection level MagSafe Compatible Design options Price When Reviewed: $49.99 Best Prices Today: $39.98 at Amazon $39.99 at Best Buy $49.99 at Incipio MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 40g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Black/Blue (Twill), Black/Grey (Twill), Milky Way, Horizon, Overture, Rhapsody Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max These TPU-constructed iPhone 15 cru and forme cases from Incipio claim that the have been drop tested from between 8 and 10 feet, which is one of the highest claims weve seen, aside from the Mous cases, reviewed above, that have been dropped from cranes and hot-air balloons. They come in a variety of designs from tough camo looks to delicate flower motifs. The cru case comes in faux leather, textile, or camo. Forme is available in Eternal Spring, Digital Disruption, Interstellar and a very over-the-top Pop Pink Glitter design. Packaging is recycled and recyclable. 11. Torras UPro iPhone 15 Case Wide range of colored clear stand cases Pros MagSafe Compatible Built-in stand options Color options Price When Reviewed: From $35.99 Best Prices Today: $29.99 at Amazon $35.99 at Torras MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 41g (OStand) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Black, Navy Blue, Light Blue, Pink, Purple, Clear Glitter, Light Green, Alpine Green Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max The Torras range of cases is special in its wide range of tints and different options for types of stand. These are some of the best iPhone stand cases weve tested. There are three versions of stand: rotatable OStand (which cleverly uses the magnetic ring as the stand, and doubles as a ring holder for one-finger handling), PStand (a straight stand at the foot of the case, apparently inspired by sports-car door handles), and LStand (using the cases protective camera ring). The cases are slim but still offer decent protection. Torras claims its shock-absorbing ShockMAT technology gives 12-foot drop protection, and the clear cases are resistant to yellowing. Best protective iPhone cases for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, Pro and Pro Max A case isnt there just to make your iPhone look pretty. The best cases offer reasonable protection while adding as little bulk as possible by using the latest, strongest materials. Kevlar , which you might know is the material used to make bulletproof vests; its also known as Aramid Fiber . Graphene is even stronger. Zagg claims the graphene used in its Denali Snap case is harder than a diamond, yet more elastic than rubber, and up to 200x stronger than steel. That suggests a fall onto the pavement might not be fatal for your phone. Some protective iPhone cases go full out and dont care about their bulk as long as they protect your iPhone from the biggest disasters that can befall it. Weve tested protective iPhone 15 cases from the thin to the very thick. Below our list of the best iPhone 15 cases, we look deeper into which materials offer the best iPhone protection. 1. Zagg Denali Snap Case for iPhone 15 Best Protective iPhone 15 Case Pros Super protection level Kickstand option MagSafe Compatible Color options Price When Reviewed: $59.99 Best Prices Today: $59.99 at Amazon $64.99 at Zagg MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 52g (Denali Snap) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Black, Rust, Moss, Navy, Purple (Black only outside the U.S.) Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Boasting a claimed 16-foot (5m) drop protection, the Zagg Denali Snap is an ultra-protective iPhone 15 case that is surprisingly not as bulky as a brick. This is down to its Graphene-infused back plate. Graphene is the strongest material known to man, and, I presume, any animal. See below this list of recommended iPhone 15 cases for more on the most protective phone case materials. The cases border features TPU. The camera lip isnt as high as on some cases but it should protect the lenses when the phone is placed down flat. Zagg even offers a limited lifetime warranty against wear and damage. Youre unlikely to still be needing an iPhone 15 case in a decade or so, but we appreciate the warranty. Its rugged, textured finish adds a good grip, and when its not in your hand theres an option for an integrated metal kickstand that works in both landscape and portrait modes. An antimicrobial treatment promises no smelly bacteria taking home on your case. Zagg has a few iPhone 15 case models to choose from, including a clear case called Crystal Palace , available in MagSafe ( Crystal Palace Snap ) or non-MagSafe versions. Its 13-foot (4m) drop protection is still impressive. 2. Benks MagClap ArmorPro Protective Case Best Slim Protective iPhone 15 Case Pros Nice woven kevlar design Extremely protective but slim Metal buttons on the ArmorPro MagSafe Compatible Cons Buttons less protected on the ArmorAir. Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: $39.99 at Benks $49.99 at Amazon MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 38g Button covers: Metal Action button: Covered Colors: Black Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max If you want something to really shield your new iPhone, the Benks MagClap ArmorPro is a grippy protective case that the maker is very proud to tell you is made from 3X military standard aerospace-grade 600D DuPont Kavlar fibera super-strong material used in body armor and bulletproof vests, so it should be up to the job. Its a woven fiber, which gives it a very slight textured feel, which should help stop the iPhone from falling out of your hand. That said, it still feels pretty smooth in our hands-on experience with the case. On the back, youll find a metal frame giving raised protection around the camera lensesone of the best weve seen. The buttons on the sides are nicely solid in the TPU frame that offers superior shock resistance. It weighs 39g, which is light for a case offering such protection. Benks also sells a lighter MagClap ArmorAir model that has exposed buttons and no TPU frame. The ArmorPro can withstand a 6-foot drop; the ArmorAir just 4ft. Both are MagSafe compatible, and priced the same. The iPhone 15 version of the Benks case also fitted our iPhone 13, so wed expect the same for the 15 Plus. 3. Rokform Rugged Case Best Protective iPhone 15 Case with mounts and magnets Pros Super protection level MagSafe Compatible Magnetic case Bike/Car mount system Cons Slightly chunkier than others Price When Reviewed: $69.99 Best Prices Today: $69.99 at Amazon $69.99 at Rokform MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 77g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Black or Clear Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max The most protective iPhone 15 cases weve seen are Rokforms aptly named Rugged Case and its transparent sibling, the Crystal Case , which is less aptly named for such a shatter-proof case These are especially interesting as they both feature N52 Neodymium magnets that mean you can very securely clamp your encased iPhone onto any metal surface, plus Rokforms RokLock twist-lock mounting system for twist lock bike mounts, motorcycle mounts and car and golf-cart mounts. Both impact-resistant polycarbonate protective shells feature reinforced corners and extra camera protection that makes them a little chunkier than standard cases but reassuringly so, and not ridiculous. It is more rigid than the Zagg Denali Snap case, which also features a slightly more raised lip around the camera. The Action button is a cutout rather than a button, and the buttons are plastic rather than the metal found on some other cases. At 77g, these Rokform cases are the heaviest weve testednearly twice the weight of the Benks ArmorPro reviewed abovewhich is probably due to the magnetic nature of the whole case. Rokform claims both can withstand drops of up to 6 feet (1.8m), one of the highest weve seen. The Rugged Case comes in black only, while the Crystal Case will show off the iPhones true body color. Rokform is soon to announce a new golf-focused iPhone protector with mount attachment, called the Eagle Case . 4. Pitaka MagEZ Case Pro 4 for iPhone 15 Slim Protective iPhone 15 Case Pros Nice woven aramid fiber design Smooth texture MagSafe Compatible Strong metal camera and button protection Price When Reviewed: $69.99 Best Prices Today: $69.99 at Pitaka MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 39g Button covers: Metal Action button: Covered Colors: Black/Blue (Twill), Black/Grey (Twill), Milky Way, Horizon, Overture, Rhapsody Available for: All iPhone 15 models Pitaka is rightly proud of the protective quality of its materials, including aramid fiber, also known as Kevlar. We were most impressed by the high and sturdy camera bump protection, plus the metal button covers. There are three models of Pitaka cases, with the MagEZ Case Pro 4 , as youd expect, the most protective, built with TPU, Nappa leather and aluminum alloy as well as aramid fiber. It has sturdy metal button covers. The Black/Blue (Twill) is one of my favorite iPhone 15 design looks, and the case feels smooth while still retaining some grip. Many of the designs offer a cool pixelated look. The MagEZ Case 4 and StarPeak MagEZ Case 4 have cut-outs for the buttons and are thinner and lighter than the Pro, with fusion weaving for a more patterned backplate. Each case has a built-in NFC chip and serial code that allows you to check the cases authenticity, as well as access games, wallpapers, and music from PitaStudio. Extra marks for having all-biodegradable packaging. 5. Vena vArmor Holster Case for iPhone 15 Best protective iPhone 15 case with belt clip holster Pros Super protection level Case fits into robust belt clip holster USB-C port cover MagSafe Compatible Cons Bulky Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: $18.98 at Amazon $39.99 at Vena MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 53g (119g with belt clip) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Black Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max If you dont want to ruin your suit lining by stuffing a phone into your pocket or your work requires easy access to your phone, a belt-clip holster is a handy way to carry your phone. The Vena vArmor Holster Case is a two-piece case plus detachable holster that not only offers the belt clip but super protection, too. Out of the holster, the vArmor case is ultra-robust with dual-layer polycarbonate and TPU corner guards. It looks like a sleek armored tactical vehicle, built for the combat zoneand indeed it claims to be tested to MIL STD 810G-516.6 grade protection. In the holster, it could be Robocops phone case. Vena claims it has been tested to drops from above 4 feet. It looks like it could drop from a greater height and just bounce without breakingwe didnt test this! While the camera bezel is quite low at 0.75mm, there are individual camera-lens cutouts and even a cover for the USB-C port, which is the first weve seen in an iPhone 15 case. This makes it especially useful if you are on a building site or dusty terrain. The front lip is raised 1.8mm. The clip can swivel up to 270 and can act as a kickstand when not hanging from your belt. Out of the holster the vArmor is MagSafe compatible. Alternatively from the same manufacturer, the Vena vCommute Wallet Case that cleverly hides a card slot in the removable backplate, but theup to threestored cards dont interfere with a standard Apple pay transaction. Despite not looking as tough as the vArmor, vena claims that the vCommute has been tested to drops of over 8 feet. The wallets flap can act as a kickstand. You need to remove the wallet case for MagSafe charging. Its available in three colors: Space Gray/Black; Slate Black; Rose Gold/Red/Black; and Silver/Blue/Black. Venas vCommuteX Case , on the other hand, has a removable wallet attachment within the case that lets you use MagSafe charging without removing the entirety of the case from your phone. 6. Atom Studios EMF Protection iPhone 15 Case Best iPhone 15 case with radation protection Pros Alara radiation protection Sustainably conscious materials MagSafe Compatible Cons U.S. only Price When Reviewed: $99.99 Best Prices Today: $99.99 at Atom Studios MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 39g Button covers: Silicone Action button: Covered Colors: Arctic Gray, Taupe, Powder Blue, Midnight Plum Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Atom Studios makes iPhone cases with sustainable materials, as reviewed earlier in this feature. Its latest case adds electromagnetic field (EMF) protection that the company claims reduces exposure to cellphone radiation by up to 75%. To achieve this, Atom uses ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) technology that reshapes a wireless devices EMF. It doesnt block or shield your signalan embedded silver antenna works with your phone to divert cellphone radiation away from your body. While scientific studies largely state that mobile phone radiation isnt a major health concern, France recently forced the iPhone 12 off shelves due to radiation worriesalthough Apple was able to fix the problem with a software update . All phones emit a electromagnetic radiation called RF, radio frequencythe same type transmitting FM and DAB radio so is everywhere. It becomes a potential problem only when someone is exposed to an unusually high amount of it. If iPhone radiation worries you, then this case may allay your fears more than other cases. Best leather iPhone cases for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, Pro and Pro Max Apple made a deliberate move away from leather with its accessories at the launch of the iPhone 15, which would have pleased vegan co-founder Steve Jobs. Apple didnt go the polyurethane vegan leather route eitherits all in on anti-leather. Its alternative, called FineWoven, is made from durable micro twill, a fabric material known for its smooth texture, durability, and subtle diagonal pattern. However, customers were quick to complain that it easily picked up stains from just about anything it come into contact with. If you want a leather alternative we recommend the vegan leather MOFT Movas case, reviewed below. if you are happier with the real thing, there are some great leather cases to choose from, as youll find by reading on. 1. Woolnut Leather Case for iPhone 15 Best leather iPhone 15 case Pros Quality leather MagSafe compatible Good protection Metal buttons Price When Reviewed: $59 Best Prices Today: $59 at Woolnut MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 40g Button covers: Metal Action button: Cutout Colors: Green, Black, Gray, Cognac Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Slim but with TPU protective sidewalls and polycarbonate frame plus aluminum buttons, this is a premium leather case that is subtle in its style with full-grain Scandinavian leather shell. The camera is protected with a 1mm lip, and the screen is protected with raised edges. The new Action button is accessed via a cutout rather than a cover as found on similar leather cases, such as the Mujjo Full Leather Case, reviewed below, which has proper Action buttons on the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max cases but not the 15 and 15 Plus. The case is blessed with leathers natural grippiness, although the sides are smooth. The Woolnut colors are understated but have the luxury air of a plush members club. The Woolnut Leather Case makes the already classy iPhone 15 even more elegant. 2. Mujjo Full Leather Case for iPhone 15 Best leather iPhone 15 case with wallet card holder Pros Stylish MagSafe compatible Cons Cards prevent wireless charging Price When Reviewed: $49 Best Prices Today: $52 at Mujjo MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 35g (Full Leather Wallet Case) Button covers: Metal Action button: Covered (Pro & Max) Colors: Light Tan, Black, Monaco Blue, Steel Blue Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Another leather iPhone case maker is Dutch designer Mujjo. Mujjo has four different cases available for the iPhone 15, and all of them are crafted from premium leathera material now abandoned by Apple itself. Eager to win some green points, the company points out that sustainable DriTan water-free leather tanning is involvedthis uses the moisture already present in the hides. The buttons, camera bump, microfibre lining, and polycarbonate inner shell are made from recycled plastic. All the cases feature machined-metal buttons and a metal rear camera bump for superior protection. Mujjo claims that its case for iPhone 13/14 and iPhone 14 Plus fit those models of the iPhone 15, but this compatibility goes against Apple and other case makers advice that the new iPhone is very similar in size but different enough to warrant a specific case rather than a case that fits older models. In our tests, the case worked well with the iPhone 15 Pro. As a result, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus cases feature a cutout rather than a button for the latest iPhones Action button, which sits where the old Mute switch was on previous models. The Mujjo iPhone 15 Pro Shield Case (for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max) is designed to be super protective, as the name suggests, and is available for the two Pro models of the 15. Mujjo claims that drop protection is rated to 15 feet (5m), and it features an ImpactCore internal bumper. Take your choice of colors from Black or Steel Blue. From $64/59/59, depending on iPhone model: iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max The Mujjo Full Leather Case for iPhone 15 (all models) is a more classic leather case, with a machined-metal rear camera bump that protects lenses. Its available in Light Tan, Black, or Monaco Blue. (From $49/49/49, depending on iPhone model: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone Pro Max ) The Mujjo Full Leather MagSafe Wallet Case for iPhone 15 (all models) turns your iPhone into a physical as well as digital wallet. The leather card pocket can hold two or three bank, ID or travel cards. Note that the cards must be removed for wireless chargingeven with cards removed, the magnetic connection is not as strong as with the cases that dont include a wallet at the back, although it does still work with MagSafe chargers. To be fair, the same is true for all wallet-cases we tested. Available in Light Tan, Black, or Monaco Blue. From $54/54/54, depending on the iPhone model. ( iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max ) 3. MOFT Snap Phone Case MOVAS Best vegan leather iPhone 15 case Pros Smooth texture Vegan leather Lanyard option MagSafe compatible Price When Reviewed: $49.99 Best Prices Today: $49.99 at MOFT MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 32g Button covers: Metal Action button: Covered Colors: Sapphire, Seafoam, Jet Black, Misty Cove Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max Somewhere in between real leather and Apples FineWoven is vegan leather, and this MOFT case is a great example of the apparently oxymoronic material done well. The company makes a big deal about the case cover resisting dirt and stains, and not fading, as well as fending off scratches from everyday itemsso dont go cutting it with industrial diamonds. We will comment further when weve tried the cases for a longer period of time. Its soft and smooth with a subtle fake leathery pattern. The case is polycarbonate, with robust aluminum buttons. You can attach a quick-release lanyardsold separatelyon anchors at the bottom, if you want to keep it with you but out of hand and pocket. MOFT also sells a Snap Case, in Clear or a rather fine Radiant Whitethe white model has clear sides. MOFT claims its been tested at 5 feet; its front bevel raises 0.92mm above the iPhone screen. The polycarbonate Snap Case has TPE cushioning. The company claims that it has passed a 168-hour yellowing resistance test that is equivalent to over a full year of UV exposure. Both types of case have a reassuringly robust 1.2mm camera lip, higher than some cases tested here. 4. Bellroy Phone Case (3 Card) Lovely leather iPhone 15 case with card holder and stand Pros Stylish Enclosed 3-card holder Stand function Cons Not MagSafe compatible Price When Reviewed: $79 Best Prices Today: 75 at Bellroy $79 at Amazon MagSafe compatible: No Weight: 43g Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Black, Cobalt, Everglade, Terracotta Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max If youre not a regular wireless charger, this premium leather iPhone case looks great and offers decentif not military-levelprotection. It looks and feels super-luxe, but its not as protective as some of the other cases tested here. Its hidden bonus is an enclosed wallet card holderwith magnetic closurethat keeps cards more secure than some phone case wallets as it closes tightly shut. When opened it can also act as a phone stand in landscape orientation. Cards slip in and out with ease. Theres even a little SIM card slot on the inside of the case. If you do want to wirelessly charge your iPhone, youll need to remove the phone from the case, which is simply done. Aside from the MagSafe limitation, which to be fair is the same as all wallet cases, the compromise youll make to have as lovely a case as this is the level of protection. Your phone will be much safer than left without a case but we found the camera and screen lips to be on the low side. That said, its a gorgeous phone case. 5. Decoded Leather Detachable Wallet Best Wraparound Wallet iPhone 15 Case Pros Detachable full wrap cover Wallet card slots MagSafe Compatible Metal buttons Cons Heavy Price When Reviewed: $76 Best Prices Today: $27 at Walmart $69.99 at Amazon $76 at Decoded MagSafe compatible: Yes Weight: 114g (Detachable Wallet Case); 35g without wallet cover Button covers: Metal Action button: Covered Colors: Black, True Navy, Clay, Tan Available for: iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max While a back case with 1mm raised edges around the front and the camera ring should protect the iPhone from most everyday falls, a full wrap case offers greater all-round protection from scratches and scrapes. The MagSafe-compliant Decoded iPhone 15 Detachable Wallet Case, crafted from premium full-grain aniline leather and with tougher metal buttons, merges a card or cash wallet and back cover. A magnetic snap band keeps the front of the iPhone securely covered. There are three card slots, and behind these you could store a few old-fashioned bank notes. One advantage of having the cards facing the front of the iPhone rather than being at the back is a stronger magnetic connection when MagSafe charging. Its a modular design, with the phone case magnetically held into the detachable wraparound cover. You can pull it out if you want to revert to just a simple back case. As a combo its quite heavy but the ability to detach that part reduces the weight to a more normal 35g. The company claims it is resilient to drops as high as 1.2m. Decoded also offers a colorful range of its MagSafe-friendly AntiMicrobial Silicone Back Cover , in the wonderfully named Galactic Blue, Apricot, Astro Dust, Graphene, Lavender and Sage Leaf Green. 6. Harber Magnetic Envelope Sleeve For iPhone Best iPhone pouch Pros Stylish protective over Magnetic closure Felt lining Can charge within case Price When Reviewed: $77 Best Prices Today: $77 at Harber MagSafe compatible: No Weight: 70g Button covers: n/a Action button: n/a Colors: Ta, Black, Deep Brown Available for: iPhone 15/Pro | iPhone 15 Plus/Max If I could find the snuggest place to keep my iPhone, it would be inside this felt-lined premium full-grain leather sleeve, hand-made in Spain. Available in three colors, the Harber Magnetic Envelope Sleeve is the height of luxury if you can bear to cover your iPhones screen. This is where you can keep your phone when you want some digital detox time away from all that screen temptation. Your eyes, wellbeing andin this sleeveyour phone will thank you. The super-soft 100% wool felt lining is anti-static and moisture resistant. While the screen remains toastily encased, a cutout means you can charge via cable, although certainly not wirelessly. This is where it differs from the Bellroy Phone Pocket, reviewed below, which fully encases the iPhone and has space to spare for cards, notes and even small gadgets yet weighs only 7g more. You can customize the Harber sleeve with a name or message for a few bucks extra. 7. Bellroy Phone Pocket Best fully covered iPhone wallet/pouch Pros Completely covers iPhone Wallet for card, notes and coins Water resistant leather and zip Key loop Cons Completely covers iPhone Price When Reviewed: $109 Best Prices Today: $39.99 at Walmart $99 at Amazon 109 at Bellroy MagSafe compatible: No Weight: 78g Button covers: n/a Action button: n/a Colors: Ink, Bronze Available for: iPhone 15/Pro | iPhone 15 Plus/Max This premium leather but tough and water-resistant pouch/wallet can hold your phone plus cards, banknotes and even coinsbasically anything you can fit inside. Bellroy claims that it is especially favored by cyclists who like its all-weather protection. A stretch mesh pocket keeps your phone secured, while a slip pocket holds a couple of cards and a rear pocket holds folded bills. You can also attach a key to the exterior loop. There are two sizesone for 6-inch phones such as the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro, and another for larger phones such as the 15 Plus and 15 Pro Max. 8. Torro Leather iPhone 15 Case Wide range of leather iPhone 15 cases Pros Variety of styles Wallet-style features stand Cons Wallet Case is not MagSafe Price When Reviewed: $37.99 Best Prices Today: $37.99 at Amazon MagSafe compatible: Leather Bumper Case (yes); Leather Wallet Case (no) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Covered Colors: Black, Tan, Dark Brown, Red, Navy Blue, Green iPhone 15 | iPhone 15 Plus | iPhone 15 Pro | iPhone 15 Pro Max All the Torro cases are handcrafted from premium top-grain US Aniline cowhide leatherin defiance of Apples cow-friendly eco strategy. For protection, Torro claims that its GEO-AS-3 frame includes specially designed thermoplastic elastomer into the internal structure of the frame. The Leather Wallet Case gives an all-around covering and includes an integrated stand function. You can store up to three credit/travel cards, and theres even a compartment for old-school bank notes. The iPhone 15 Bumper Case offers a good-looking leather back, TPE frame and side cover with a soft microfibre lining and a raised screen and camera lips for additional layers of protection. The Leather Flip Case (Pro and Pro Max only) covers both the front and back of the iPhone and stores up to two credit or travel cards. The Leather Pouch Case fits all 6.1-inch iPhones, including the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. As a holding pouch, this case lets you handle your iPhone as naked as Apple intended, but with drop and scratch protection while youre on the move. Its quick push release at the base means you can easily remove the phone when you need it. You can charge your phone while its in the pouch, both via a USB-C cable and wirelessly at 7.5W. Best battery case for iPhone 15, 15 Plus, Pro and Pro Max A power bank is a great solution if you remember to keep it charged and keep it with you when you might need it. If its in your bag uncharged since you last used it or still at home plugged into the charger, you are on your own with a fast-fading phone and sweat appareing on your brow. A battery case solves this problem by being with you all the time, although you still need to remember to keep it charged for when you need to call upon its magical powers of iPhone regeneration. As a sturdy case it also offers protection plus power, but it will significantly bulk up your slim iPhone. You could choose to keep it like a power bank and slip your phone in when you need the power, but we still recommend that your keep your phone in a case at all times. 1. Newdery Battery Case for iPhone 15 and 15 Pro Pros Built-in high capacity power bank Protects iPhone Always with you Cons Adds bulk to your iPhone Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: $29.99 at Amazon MagSafe compatible: No Weight: 132g (5000mAh), 202g (10000mAh) Button covers: Plastic Action button: Cutout Colors: Black Available for: iPhone 15/Pro | iPhone 15 Plus/Max Since Apple stopped making its own Smart Battery Case for iPhone, we have trusted Newderys iPhone battery cases and this continues with the companys offering for the iPhone 15 family. There are two models: one with a 5000mAh battery capacity and another with a fat 10000mAh battery. In our tests the 5000mAh battery case recharged an iPhone 15 Pro to very nearly 100%, while the 10000mAh model recharged it over 1.5 times. The 10000mAh battery case will certainly get you the furthest but is decidedly chunky in order to carry such as large battery pack. It also features magnetic wireless charging for itself but not the phone inside, which charges via the integrated USB-C connector. The 5000mAh battery case can give you a full rechargeok, in our tests 95%and is noticeably thinner although deeper than most of the other cases reviewed here. This lower-capacity model doesnt charge wirelessly. Read our full Newdery Battery Case for iPhone 15 and 15 Pro review Foundry Foundry Foundry Custom design your own iPhone case Aside from the off-the-shelf iPhone cases reviewed above, there are services that allow you to upload your own photos to be printed onto a variety of cases. You can resize the photos, add patterns and texts in different colors and fonts as well as layout templates. We tested some of the best DIY iPhone custom design services , and were impressed by Zazzle , Casetify and SkinIt . Does the iPhone 15 fit cases made for the iPhone 14 or 13? Some case manufacturersfor example, Mujjo and Zaggstate that their iPhone 13/14 and iPhone 14 Plus cases will also fit the equivalent models of the 15 and that if you are upgrading from one of these models you might be able to switch out your case rather than need to buy a new one. No one claimed that the Pro or Pro Max models would fit earlier phones or vice versa. However, other case makers specifically advise against this. Ashley Huang, MOFT co-founder and product manager, told Macworld that the data size is completely different. The corners of this generation of Apple are rounded and thinner than previous models. They do not match each other Unless the mold is made very loose and not tightly matched, low-priced products that require a very low fit with the phone may have the opportunity to be compatible. Totallee stated that the sizes of the iPhone 13/14/15 are similar but different. We design our cases to the exact specifications of each model to ensure an optimal fit. Apple Apple Apple Which phone case material is the strongest and most protective? Most casemakers claim their products are super protective and pass military grade toughness tests. Kevlar, an organic fiber in the aromatic polyamide (Aramid) family that combines high strength with light weight, is used in Benks and OtterBox cases. According to Scientific American , Kevlar is five times stronger than steel on an equal weight basis and provides reliable performance and solid strength. Its the material used for bulletproof vests, cut-resistant gloves and blast and flame barriers. That sounds like more than enough protection for a simple phone case. But the new tough material on the block is Graphene, which scientists claim is the strongest material ever discovered. Due to the strength of its 0.142 Nm-long carbon bonds, graphene [has an] ultimate tensile strength of 130,000,000,000 Pascals (or 130 gigapascals), compared to 400,000,000 for A36 structural steel, or 375,700,000 for Aramid (Kevlar). Graphene is apparently 200 times stronger than steel, a substantial increase in strength over Kevlar (5x). In ballistic tests, graphene was able to absorb approximately 0.92MJ/kg of projectile energy, while steel can typically absorb 0.08MJ/kg when both are being tested at similar speeds. Graphenes ability to dissipate energy is due to a high degree of stiffness combined with low densitymeaning that energy can move through it very quickly, allowing for the dissipation of energy from something traveling as fast as a bullet. Want to buy a new iPhone 15? Dont pay more than you need to! We have also collected the best deals for the iPhone 15-series in the U.K. and the best deals for the iPhone 15-series in the U.S. in separate articles. 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Apple Mistakenly Tells Customers Their iPhone Trade-Ins Are 'Canceled'

Apple today sent an email to some iPhone Upgrade Program members to inform them that their previously-completed iPhone trade-in has been canceled, but the email was almost certainly sent in error based on the circumstances. Apple told customers it never received their iPhone, even though they sent it in months ago. In many cases, the customers physically handed their iPhones to an Apple Store employee in person, so there is no possible way they could be at fault. Because you didn't trade in your iPhone, we are unable to complete the trade-in process, the email says, according to a screenshot shared with us by reader Quinn Everett. The associated loan on this iPhone will resume. Everett and others said the Apple Store app also shows their iPhone's trade-in status has changed to canceled, suggesting that Apple's email is legitimate. The email has been widely shared across the MacRumors Forums , Reddit , and X , with many customers receiving it in the early hours of Thursday morning in the United States. Many customers who received the email completed their iPhone trade-in last September, when the iPhone 15 series launched, so the delayed timing of the email suggests that it was sent as a result of a system glitch. Apple did not immediately respond to our request for comment, but we will update this story if we receive an explanation. No but actually what is going on @Apple @AppleSupport ? I got an email saying my trade-in from September was canceled and your Apple Store app is showing that too in one place, but not everywhere. Receipt of returned iPhone 14 Pro is below. I think theres been a glitch. https://t.co/VXnpg5I13s pic.twitter.com/H2LtcHwijl Quinn (@quinneverett) April 25, 2024 Tag: Apple Trade-In This article, Apple Mistakenly Tells Customers Their iPhone Trade-Ins Are 'Canceled' first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

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Android Bosses iPhone in Smartphone Activation Market Share

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I switched from an iPhone 14 Pro to an iPhone 15 and havent looked back

Macworld I dont need to have a new iPhone every year, just the procedure of changing over with various authentications is sometimes a bit annoying. Whats more, the iPhone has matured to such an extent that there are only evolutionary changes from year to year, rarely an innovation that really knocks my socks off. A new device every three to four years, possibly a replacement battery in betweenthats quite enough. After three to four years, a new iPhone really does feel revolutionary compared to the old one. But now Im in the situation of having to change every year for professional reasons. Because even if the innovations from generation to generation are rather sparse, iI need to be familiar with each annual upgrade to make sure I give our valued readers the best possible information. But which model is best for me? Deciding on a downgrade In recent years, I have had a red iPhone 11 , a green iPhone 12 , a lilac-coloured iPhone 13 and a gold iPhone 14 Pro in constant use. I didnt buy any of them myself, most of them were test models from Apple that we returned after a year, well-looked-after and undamaged. But what does a spoiled iPhone user buy when theyve been using the iPhone 14 Pro for a whole year? Your mileage may vary, but I opted for an iPhone 15, without the Pro. All iPhone 15s come with USB-C instead of Lightning. All iPhone 15s come with USB-C instead of Lightning. Apple All iPhone 15s come with USB-C instead of Lightning. Apple Apple Why is that? Sure, the price plays a role. Would the features of the iPhone 15 Pro justify the extra cost? Six months after making the switch, I have an answer. Current best price: iPhone 15 Retailer Price $829 View Deal $829.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The camera: Just as good, minus the zoom Most people now make their purchase decision based on the smartphones camera, so most smartphone tests are actually camera tests. I had always used the normal model with its wide-angle and ultra-wide-angle lens until I got a telephoto lens with the iPhone 14 Pro. It made a difference compared to the previous iPhone 13, no question about it. On holiday, I was able to leave the other cameras at home for the first time (one a compact digital camera with 6x zoom, one a system camera with 3x zoom), especially as the iPhone simply takes better pictures. Okay, I like the computational processing of the real images better on the iPhone, but I cant really judge whether the images are really better. 48 megapixels for full resolution better for zooming 48 megapixels for full resolution better for zooming Apple 48 megapixels for full resolution better for zooming Apple Apple At the end of 2023, Apple also gave the standard iPhone a 2x zoom. The trick is that the scene photographed with the 48-megapixel sensor just uses the center 12 megapixels, which is a sort of crop-zoom. As a result, the 2x magnification works like an optical zoom without the resolution suffering and the photo becoming grainy. And even at 3x zoom, though digitally enlarged, was not a problem. When the Alps seem to start just behind Munich on a clear day, you cant capture this adequately on a picture with a triple zoom, whereas the digital zoom shows the Zugspitze large, but quite blurred. The change has not taken away my enjoyment of the iPhone in terms of the camera, the 5x zoom (optical) of the iPhone 15 Pro Max would have been a good reason for a bigger investment, but the Pro Max is too large for me. Lets see if the rumors are true and the iPhone 16 Pro also gets a 5x or even 6x zoom in a size that I can tolerate. Will I have to pass on the 15 after just one year in the family? My son with his iPhone 11 might be interested. The processor: I dont notice any difference What will soon apply to the Mac chips of the M series has been the rule for the A-Bionics of the iPhones for a few years now: the improvements from year to year are measurable but incremental, but every few years a new chip causes a sensation thanks to the further shrinking of the manufacturing process. In 2023, this happened with the A17 Pro, the first chip manufactured using the 3 nm process. But thats no reason for me to buy the more expensive iPhone 15 Pro, because I dont really need hardware ray tracing; Im a casual gamer at best, and then preferably chess. The best iPhone chip to date will no longer be good enough for some tasks in 2024. The best iPhone chip to date will no longer be good enough for some tasks in 2024. Apple The best iPhone chip to date will no longer be good enough for some tasks in 2024. Apple Apple So my switch from the iPhone 14 Pro to the iPhone 15 meant sticking with the same chip, the A16 Bionic with its 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU and 16-core Neutral Engine: a wonderful piece of technology that is still way ahead of the pack and is completely sufficient for my everyday use. Things will probably not be much different with the next major leap, but if Apple uses more AI in iOS 18 , its functions may not run on all older iPhones. You may get all the latest AI features with the A18 Pro, so even an iPhone 15 Pro wouldnt help me much here. And I would hardly have noticed its better performance compared to the iPhone 15. So I dont miss anything when it comes to the chip. Current best price: iPhone 15 Pro Retailer Price $999 View Deal $999.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Color and shape: A matter of taste You can take the view that an iPhone is only an iPhone if the casing is black. I respect that, but I dont follow it. My second iPhone, a 4S, was white. Then I favored gold, then red, light green, lilac, white gold and now: light blue. Sure, the titanium colors of the iPhone 15 Pro are very chic, lets see what Apple comes up with for the iPhone 16 Pro. The iPhone 15s colors are a little pale, especially compared to the previous generations, but that doesnt bother me. Green, yellow and even blue are rather white with a hint of the main color, only the black and the pink are a little bolder. To be honest, the iPhone 14 Pro in gold was rather unfortunate in terms of color. The gold was very pale, the back more milky-white than anything else. In real life, the colours are much paler than in Apples promotional image. In real life, the colours are much paler than in Apples promotional image. Apple In real life, the colours are much paler than in Apples promotional image. Apple Apple I would have been reluctant to say goodbye to the damn chic Deep Purple colour or the Sierra Blue of the iPhone 13 Pro, but I dont miss anything. On the contrary: I like the colour so much that I dont want to hide it and have bought a transparent case. But after six months, its already clearly yellowed. Ive taken out Apple Care+ , so maybe I should use the iPhone without the case? It feels really comfortable in my hand, far better than the iPhone 14 Pro without a case. Display: The main reason to go Pro Apple passes on some innovations from the Pro models to the regular iPhones in the next generation, such as the sensor shift image stabilisation, which was initially only built into the iPhone 12 Pro Max and a year later into all iPhones 13. Other features are reserved for the Pros for longer, or end up not being included in the second division at all. (Or should we rather talk about Champions League and Europa League? The regular iPhones are far better than second division!) So far, this includes ProMotion, the adaptive screen refresh rate that Apple has been including with the iPad Pro for years and has only been using with iPhone since the iPhone 14 Pro. Critics of the iPhone have complained that there is still no 120Hz display for the no-Pro models, but that is only one end of the spectrum. A higher refresh rate leads to a better experience in many games, which, as mentioned above, is not so important to me. And I dont notice that its smoother to scroll through websites, for example. With a refresh rate of 1 Hz, the iPhone keeps you informed about current events even when locked, which used to be better anyway. With a refresh rate of 1 Hz, the iPhone keeps you informed about current events even when locked, which used to be better anyway. Zaawely Graphics / shutterstock.com With a refresh rate of 1 Hz, the iPhone keeps you informed about current events even when locked, which used to be better anyway. Zaawely Graphics / shutterstock.com Zaawely Graphics / shutterstock.com At the other end of the spectrum, however, there is something I miss about the iPhone 15, possibly the only feature of the iPhone 14 Pro: the always-on display, which uses a refresh rate of 1 Hz. This was a little unusual at the time and nothing new for Android users, and not every Apple user approved of the feature. However, I liked it and I wish Apple had at least passed this function from the iPhone 14 Pro to the iPhone 15. But that will happen at some point, and my iPhone 15 is certainly not my last iPhone. This article originally appeared on Macwelt and was translated by Jason Cross . iPhone

Mac Virus Scan: How to protect your Mac from malware

Macworld You may have been led to believe that you dont have to worry about computer viruses on your Mac. And, to some extent, theres truth to that. While your Mac can definitely be infected with malware , Apples built-in malware detection and file quarantine capabilities should make it less likely that youll download and run malicious software. Apple introduced malware detection to the macOS back in 2009 with Snow Leopard (Mac OS 10.6). This system consists of the quarantine of any app downloaded from the Internet, the use of Code Signing certificates to verify that an app is coming from a legitimate source, and regular security updates that include databases of known malware targeting the macOS. If you want some tips to help you keep your Mac secure from any potential malware read: How to protect your Mac from malware . We also discuss How secure is a Mac and what to do if you think your Mac has a virus separately. Here we will discuss how you can check your Mac for viruses and how to run a Mac virus scan. Read on to find out more. How Apple scans your Mac for viruses and malware Apple includes antivirus software in macOS that monitors your Mac for malware, blocks malware and removes it if necessary. There are three elements to this: XProtect, Gatekeeper and Notarization. PROMOTION Antivirus Deal: Intego Mac Premium Bundle Get Integos Mac Premium Bundle X9 with antivirus, firewall, backup and system performance tools for just $29.99 (down from $84.99) for the first year. Intego is Macworlds #1 choice of antivirus for Macs. Get Deal 1. Apps are checked before they can be installed Foundry Apple makes it hard to install an app that might not be safe on a Mac. Mac users can choose to only install apps from the Mac App Store, which is the safest option as it means that the app has been thoroughly checked by Apple before being distributed. Alternatively, there is an option to install apps from the App Store and identified developers. An identified developer is one whose software has been scanned by Apple to ensure it is safe. As long as the app has passed Apples tests it will have a Notarization ticket, which Gatekeeper looks for before telling macOS that it is safe to open. If you only install apps from the Mac App Store, or notarised apps from identified developers, you should be safe, but sticking to the Mac App Store is the safest option as apps on the Mac App Store cant be tampered with. If you want to make sure your Mac can only install apps from the Mac App Store these are the steps to follow: On Ventura or later: Open System Settings. Click on Privacy & Security. Scroll down to Security and select App Store below Allow applications downloaded from. On Monterey or earlier: Open System Preferences. Click on Security & Privacy. Click on General. Under Allow applications downloaded from select App Store. If you prefer to allow installations from outside the Mac App Store follow the same steps but choose App Store and identified developers from the options. If you choose to allow installations from identified developers then Apple will look for evidence that the app is notarized and it will also verify that the app hasnt been tampered with and no malware is present. Unfortunately in the past there have been apps that slipped through this process because a certificate was present, such as the case of the Shlayer malware , but Apple has ramped up security since and changes to notarized apps are pushed out as required. If Gatekeeper detects that the app has no notarization to prove the developer is certified by Apple, a message saying the app cant be opened because of your settings will be displayed. If you know that the software is from a legitimate developer you can override this and open the app. See: How to open a Mac app from an unidentified developer. However, you should be aware that even legitimate software has been known to conceal malware. 2. App Management stops unauthorized apps from making modifications Foundry App Management is a privacy setting that arrived in macOS Ventura. It is intended to prevent malicious software modifications by watching for attempts by software to modify other apps. If this happens, App Management blocks the modification and alerts the user, who can allow it if applicable. This means that apps can only be updated by the developer of that app. A modification from anyone else will be blocked. In System Settings there is an option in Privacy & Security for App Management. Users see details of any activity that has been blocked here and can allow the applications to update or delete other applications if they feel that it isnt malicious behavior. 3. XProtect blocks malware from running Even if the developer is recognized by Apple, the software will still be checked against a list of known malware in XProtect. XProtect will scan an app the first time it launches and it will scan the app every time there is an update issued for it. Updates to XProtect are pushed out frequently and macOS automatically checks for updates dailya Mac user doesnt even need to do anything as these updates are separate to macOS updates. This means that even the newest malware should be identified by XProtect, although Apple isnt always as fast at getting this information updated as other antivirus solutions are. See our round-up of the Best Antivirus for Mac , which features Intego as our number one choice. If malware is identified the app will be blocked and a message will appear giving the option to delete the software. To take full advantage of XProtect you need to be running macOS Catalina (10.15) or later, but we would advise that, because Apple only supports the last three versions of macOS, you will be safest if you are running macOS Monterey, Ventura or Sonoma. You should make sure your Mac is set to receive these updates automatically by following these steps: In Ventura or later : Open System Settings. Go to General > Software Update. Click on the i beside Automatic updates and check that Install Security Responses and System Files is selected. In Monterey or older: Open System Preferences. Click on Software Update. Click on Advanced. Make sure the box beside Install system data files and security updates is selected. 4. Malware is removed by XProtect Remediator Foundry When malware is identified on a Mac the user sees an alert suggesting that the affected app has been moved to the trash. The user is also asked to alert others to the malware, which they can do automatically. This doesnt mean it is entirely down to the user to delete the app and remove the malware though. The removal used to involve a separate Malware Removal Tool (MRT) found in /Library/System, but it wasnt an app users could run. However, since macOS Monterey MRT was replaced by an XProtect Remediator that scans for and removes malware. XProtect Remediator will scan your Mac at least once a day or more, and is updated much more frequently than MRT wassince MRT is no longer updated it is a good reason to make sure you are running macOS Catalina or later. XProtect Remediator will attempt to remedy or remove malware. 5. The developer loses certificate and app loses notarization If an app had been notorized by Apple but malware is identified that developer will lose the certificate that allows them to distribute apps and the app will lose its notarization. This change to the notarization is then pushed to other Mac users so that Gatekeeper knows not to allow that app to be opened. macOS checks for XProtect updates daily, but Notarization updates are issued even more frequently, so if malware is detected, or an app loses its Notarization, Mac users should quickly be protected. 6. Is Apples protection enough? Foundry If Mac users rely solely on XProtect and Apples other protections there are limitations in comparison to other anti-malware solutions, which are updated more regularly and have teams of specialists working on identifying malware. The protection offered by XProtect is also more basic than that of third-party anti-malware apps that can also protect you from phishing, social networking scams, and they can protect your Windows using friends. We make various recommendations in our test of the top Mac antivirus apps . XProtect is updated more frequently than it waswhich was one of the main criticismsbut other malware apps check for malware constantly. XProtect only checks for malware when an app is downloaded for the first time, if the app is updated and if the status of the developer signature or app notarization changes. Apples protections should keep your Mac free from most malicious software, but they do not make it impossible for malicious software to be installed on your Mac. If new malware is released today and you download and run it today you will have done so before Apples databases could have been updated. So its always best to be wise when downloading software from unknown sources. As we argue in a separate article: Macs do need antivirus software despite Apples protections in macOS. How to run a Mac virus scan macOS will automatically scan your Mac for any malware definitions that features in XProtect, you cant force it to do this. If you wish to enhance the protection to include other kinds of malware and scan for Windows viruses so there is no danger of passing them on, then you would be wise to install a third-party anti-malware app. There are lots of third-party apps that can to scan your Mac for viruses, including some free options and many that offer a free trial period. Before you can scan your Mac for viruses you may need to visit the Privacy & Security in System Settings or Security & Privacy in System Preferences to allow access. For example, in the case of Avira we had to click on Allow to let it scan our system. You will also need to allow Full Disk Access, which can also be done in Privacy & Security. Initiating a virus scan is an easy process that usually begins with the user clicking a Scan or Smart Scan button. Expect the scan to take a while if there is a lot of data on your Mac. These are the steps we went through to run a scan with Avira Free Security for Mac: Foundry Foundry Foundry Download Avira Avira Free Security for Mac here . Find the installer in your Downloads folder. Click on it. The installer window will open. Double-click on the Avira Security Installer. Click on Open. The installer will open. Click Accept & Install. Wait while it installs. Press Command and Spacebar and start typing Avira to find and open Avira Free Security. You need to allow the software to scan your Mac (this is the case with all antivirus apps), so click Open Full Disk Access. A System Settings window will open in Full Disk Access. You need to make sure that the slider beside both Avira Scan Service and Avira Security Helper is on. Enter your password to allow this. Now you can run a scan for viruses. Click on the Start Smart Scan button and wait. You can then choose to Fix issues and the Scan will remove some cookies and free up some gigabytes of space without you needing to pay anything. When we ran Avira it didnt find any viruses, but it did find 487 tracking cookies and indicated that we could free up 2.13 GB of space. If you do encounter any viruses there is a free 60-day trial, so you could take advantage of the trial and then cancel it before the 60 days are up and the subscription period starts. Foundry Foundry Foundry Best free Mac Antivirus Here is our pick of the best free Antivirus options if you dont want to pay to scan your Mac for viruses. Avast Free Antivirus AVG Antivirus for the Mac . Bitdefender Virus Scanner for Mac . Avira Free Security for Mac Intego VirusBarrier Scanner Best apps to check a Mac for viruses The best antivirus protection is paid for though. We have lots of options in our round up of the best antivirus solutions for Mac , here are few: 1. Intego Mac Internet Security X9 Price When Reviewed: From $24.99 for first year, then $84.99 a year (1 Mac) Using our link Best Prices Today: $39.99 at Intego (first year) Read our full Intego Mac Internet Security X9 review 2. AVG AntiVirus for Mac Price When Reviewed: Free download Best Prices Today: $0 at AVG Read our full AVG AntiVirus for Mac review 3. McAfee Total Protection Price When Reviewed: From $39.99 for first year, then $119.99 a year (5 devices) Best Prices Today: $39.99 at McAfee Total Protection Read our full McAfee Total Protection review 4. Sophos Home Premium for Mac Price When Reviewed: $45 for the first year Best Prices Today: $44.99 at Sophos Read our full Sophos Home Premium for Mac review Antivirus, Security Software and Services

How to Make Your iPhone Screen Less Bright in Bed

Most of us stare at our iPhones for far too long, and this constant exposure to a bright screen can strain our eyes, especially in low-light conditions or during the twilight hours. That's where the ability to dim your iPhone screen beyond the standard brightness settings becomes a game-changer. If the screen of your iPhone or iPad is too bright for comfort, the usual solution is to go to Settings Display & Brightness and drag the Brightness slider to the left, or open Control Center and adjust the corresponding setting from there. However, if the lowest setting offered by the Brightness level just isn't dim enough for you, there's another way to make your screen even darker. This feature is particularly useful if you find yourself needing to use your device in dark environments, such as in a bedroom where a partner is sleeping, or in a dimly lit theater. It's also a boon for anyone with light sensitivity, providing a more comfortable viewing experience that minimizes eye strain and fatigue. Let's look at how to set it up below. Reduce White Point Open Settings on your iPhone. Select Accessibility from the list of options. Scroll down and select Accessibility Shortcut . Tap Reduce White Point , then drag it up near the top of the list using the three lines icon. Now that's set up, simply triple-click your iPhone's Side button to display the Accessibility Shortcut menu, then tap Reduce White Point . Your iPhone display will now be dimmer than the dimmest setting offered by the standard Brightness level. Reset White Point To return the white point to its normal level, simply triple-click the Side button again and tap Reduce White Point to uncheck it. Adjust White Point If the White Point is still too bright (or too dim), you can adjust it manually: In Settings, go to Accessibility Display & Text Size , then scroll down and turn on the switch next to Reduce White Point . This will reveal a slider that you can move left or right to change the brightness level. Trigger Reduced White Point at Bedtime It's possible to make the Reduced White Point setting come on when Bedtime starts, or when your Sleep focus is enabled. This offers an automated approach to minimizing screen brightness, which is particularly beneficial for winding down before bedtime. Blue light is known for its potential to disrupt natural sleep patterns by inhibiting the production of melatonin, a hormone crucial for sleep regulation. That makes an automation especially useful if you have a habit of reading or browsing on your iPhone as part of your nighttime routine, allowing you to do so without significantly impacting your sleep quality. Here's how it's done. Open the Shortcuts app, then tap the + icon in the top-right corner of the screen. Tap Add Action . Type White Point in the search field, then choose Set White Point when it appears below. Tap the blue Turn text, then choose Toggle from the dropdown menu. Tap Done in the top-right corner of the screen. After following the above steps, you should see your new Set White Point shortcut in the Shortcuts menu. The Shortcut is now ready to use in a new custom automation. It's easy to make, just follow these steps. In the Shortcuts app, select the Automation tab, then tap the + icon in the top-right corner of the screen. Under Personal Automation, choose Sleep . On the When screen, choose Bedtime Begins and Run Immediately , then tap Next . On the When Bedtime Starts screen, choose your custom Set White Point shortcut. You're all done. In the future, when Bedtime starts or when you enable the Sleep focus, your screen's white point will be automatically reduced. Trigger White Point When Bedtime Ends To make sure the white point on your iPhone's display is reset when bedtime ends in the morning, you just have to create an additional automation. This basically involves the same steps you just used to create the first custom automation, except instead of choosing Bedtime Begins in step 3, select Waking Up . Here are those steps again for your convenience, but with a modified step 3. In the Shortcuts app, select the Automation tab, then tap the + icon in the top-right corner of the screen. Under Personal Automation, choose Sleep . On the When screen, choose Waking Up and Run Immediately , then tap Next . On the When Bedtime Starts screen, choose your custom Set White Point shortcut. That's it! The white point on your iPhone display will now return to normal when your bedtime ends. Tag: Shortcuts This article, How to Make Your iPhone Screen Less Bright in Bed first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Apple needs to become a software company again

Macworld I have an admission: Though I frequently review new Apple products, I dont always buy them. Like many of you, I cant afford to update every bit of Apple hardware every time the company revises one of its products. So I have to carefully measure when my stuff has now become too old and needs to be replaced with the shiny and new. Of course, Apple would love us all to buy new stuff all the time. But the company has to earn its sales the hard way. I might buy a new iPhone because of an upgraded camera or a new MacBook Air because of a new design and a faster processor. I might bypass the latest Apple Watch because the new features just dont matter to me. As the heat from the iPhones huge acceleration of growth begins to cool down and iPad and Mac sales drop from their pandemic-driven heights, Apple is looking for reasons to sell new hardware. And now, it may have found a big one in a somewhat unexpected place: AI. AI models eat RAM Artificial Intelligence algorithms are software, of course. Theoretically, all current Apple hardware should be able to run AI stuff. Apples been building Neural Engines into its chips for years, for example. And yet the rumored addition of major AI features to Apples platforms starting this fall may fuel a new wave of upgrades. This is because when we discuss AI these days, were largely discussing Large Language Models (LLMs), things like OpenAIs Chat GPT and Googles Gemini. Apple is reportedly building its own LLM, intending it to run natively on Apple devices rather than being outsourced to the cloud. This could increase speed dramatically, as well as enhance privacy. But heres the thing: LLMs really need memory . Google has barred Gemini Nano, a model likely quite similar to what Apple is planning for the iPhone, from all but the largest Google Pixel phone, seemingly because of memory limitations. The most RAM ever in an iPhone is the 8GB of memory in the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. While iOS has proven generally to be better at managing memory usage than Android, thats still a relatively small amount of RAM, and would seem to be the bare minimum capable of running an on-device LLM of the kind Apple and Google are working on. Given that Apple reportedly will unveil its AI efforts at WWDC in June, it cant really show off iPhone features that dont work on any current models. But its not unreasonable to assume that many of the iOS AI features might be limited to iPhone 15 Pro modelsbecause theyre the only ones with 8GB of memory. (A new line of iPhones in the fall would presumably all ship with sufficient memory.) Neural Engines have been part of Apple silicon for a while, but is it enough to address the needs of generastive AI? Neural Engines have been part of Apple silicon for a while, but is it enough to address the needs of generastive AI? Apple Neural Engines have been part of Apple silicon for a while, but is it enough to address the needs of generastive AI? Apple Apple And just like that, Apples AI announcements may provide a huge set of features to motivate prospective buyers . Want to use Apples most awesome new AI features? Unless youve just bought the highest-end iPhone, youll need to upgrade. One step beyond On the Mac, things will probably be a little easier. Macs are beefier than iPhones, and its likely that most Apple silicon Macs will do well with an Apple-built LLM, though even there it may be the case that M1 Macs will lag a bit behind the M2 and M3 versions. Still, Im starting to think that the most compelling reason that someone who owns an Apple silicon-based Mac might have to upgrade will be the slow processing of AI models, which can demand lots of memory and many GPU cores. Im a big fan of M1 Macs, including the low-cost M1 MacBook Air, but Apples next-generation AI features may make the M1 feel old. Then theres the Apple Watch. Its hardware just got upgraded to support on-device Siri for the first time, which suggests that it might be a while before its got enough oomph to support an on-device LLM. But the more I think about it, the more I realize that I would upgrade my Apple Watch in a heartbeat if I could get access to a better, more responsive voice assistant. Apple sold a ton of M1 Macs, but its possible that it may not be powerful enough (or at least wont have enough memory) to handle on-device AI processing. Apple sold a ton of M1 Macs, but its possible that it may not be powerful enough (or at least wont have enough memory) to handle on-device AI processing. Quelle: Apple Apple sold a ton of M1 Macs, but its possible that it may not be powerful enough (or at least wont have enough memory) to handle on-device AI processing. Quelle: Apple Quelle: Apple Of course, its still incumbent on Apple to ship AI features that people want. One of Apples most steadfast traits through the years is the companys ability to take cutting-edge technology and build it into features that users actually value. Shipping an LLM and other AI features will not be a cure-allthey need to be built into functionality that people will want to actually use. But if Apple can manage to infuse AI into its operating systems in ways that make them more appealing, and by happy coincidence, it requires faster processors and more memory, thats going to motivate a round of hardware upgrades. And thats good for Apple, because while OS updates are free, new iPhones absolutely are not. Im not thrilled about the idea of replacing my Apple hardware, but Id rather do it because Im motivated by an awesome AI-based feature than because Im tired of the color of my laptop or the shape of my iPhone. Apple Inc

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How to copy and paste on a MacBook or Mac

Macworld If you need to move text, an image or another object from one part of a document to another, or from one app to another, you need to use copy (or cut) and paste. On a Mac or MacBook, the keyboard shortcuts for this are different from other devices, so if you are coming from Windows you might be confused. Well explain the simple steps you need to take to cut, copy and paste on a Mac. Our tips will show you how to copy and paste on a MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini or any other Mac. Well also cover how to copy and paste using the keyboard on a Mac and copy and paste using a Mac mouse or a trackpad, how to paste without formatting , how to copy multiple items on Mac , and how to copy and paste between Macs and iPhones . The main difference between Windows and Macs is the key you need to press on a Mac this is the Command key. Command has a symbol on it and is located next to the space bar. Read: Where is the Command key? You may also require the Option key , which on some Mac keyboards is marked as the Alt key. Another issue may be if you are using a PC keyboard with your Mac, in which case you wont have a Command key. In that case the Windows key tends to act as the Command key. SImilarly the Alt key on a Windows keyboards is the Option key if you use it with a Mac. To save yourself the confusion, take a look at our round up of the best Mac keyboards . At a glance These are the basic keyboard combinations you need to copy and paste on a MacBook (or Mac): Copy: Command + C Cut: Command + X Paste: Command + V How to copy on a MacBook or Mac Want to copy something on a Mac? Heres what to do: Highlight the text/object you want to copy: If its a word double-click on it, if its a sentence or a paragraph click at the beginning and drag your cursor to the end of the section, or click at the top of a section, press shift, and then click at the bottom of the section. Copy the selection by pressing Command + C, or Cut with Command + X. Both save the selected text/object to the pasteboard, but Copy leaves it in place while Cut removes it. How to paste on a Mac or MacBook The process is similar if you want to know how do I paste on a Mac. As above, you need to first select the text or object you want to copy or cut. Then press Command + C to copy, or Command + X to cut. Put the cursor where you want to place the text/object, and paste by pressing Command + V. Note that the targetcan be in a different document or even an entirely different application. Or even on a different device, for that matter well explain how you can copy and paste from your Mac to your iPhone or vice versa below. How to paste without formatting We find there is nothing more frustrating than copying and pasting from one document to another, or from one application to another, only to find that it also copies over the formatting (such as the font and text size). This is annoying if you have different formatting in the document you are working on and it makes things look mismatched. To avoid this, you can use a command that makes sure the pasted text follows the formatting of the paragraph or document its joining, rather than the one it just left behind. In that case, you need to follow these steps: Select the text or object you want to copy or cut by pressing Command + C to copy, or Command + X to cut. Put the cursor where you want to place the text/object, and Paste by pressing Command + Option/Alt + Shift + V. Its quite a key combo, but if you can manage it you will get text pasted in the format of your destination document or application. This keyboard shortcut works in Apple Pages, but it can vary between apps, so if Command + Option/Alt + Shift + V doesnt work try Command + Shift + V. If you are using Microsoft Word you need to click on Paste in the menu and choose Keep Text Only. You can set this as the default paste if you want. Cut and paste with your mouse Most people use the Command shortcuts listed above, but there are alternatives. You could just use your mouse: Select the text you want to copy (either by double-clicking on a word, or clicking and dragging to select more). Right-click on the selection. Select Cut or Copy. Right-click where you want to paste the text and choose Paste. Unsure how to right-click? Read: How to right-click on a Mac . Cut and paste via the menus Alternatively, you can use the menus (app dependent): Select the text you want to copy. In the menu choose Edit. Select Cut or Copy. Right-click where you want to paste the text and choose Paste from the menu. In Pages there is an option to paste and match style which could be helpful if you want to lose any formatting. Other apps are likely to have a similar option. How to copy multiple items on Mac If you are coming to Mac from Windows you may be wondering if you can copy multiple items to your Clipboard on your Mac so that you can choose what you want to paste. Unfortunately, the Mac doesnt offer this feature (although wed love to see it!) On a PC you can copy up to 24 items from Office documents to the Office Clipboard and paste them into a document, choosing what you want to paste from the task pane. Best clipboard managers for Mac There are some clipboard managers available for Mac including: Jrmy Marchands Clipboard Center ($6.99), Apprywheres Copyem Paste ($14.99), FIPLABs CopyClip ($7.99/7.59), maxbors CopyLess ($5), Plum Amazings CopyPaste ($30/23.70) and Stairways Softwares $36 macro utility Keyboard Maestro . Clipboard histories are available in Butler ($20), LaunchBar ($35), and Quicksilver (with the optional, free Clipboard Plugin). We think that Alfred is a good option. Alfred is an award-winning productivity app, but among other features it offers a Clipboard History as part of the optional 34 Powerpack . With this tool everything you copy will be available in your searchable history. You can even save popular text snippets for easy access. You can choose for Alfred to remember your Clipbpard History for 24 hours, 7 days, 1 month or 3 months. We run through the best clipboard managers for Mac in a separate article. Where is the Clipboard on a Mac? You will only be able to see the last thing you copied, but you can see the Clipboard on a Mac, heres what you need to do: Open the Finder. Click on Edit in the menu. Choose Show Clipboard. Unfortunately, it wont keep a record of everything you have copied. How to copy and paste between iPhone, iPad & Mac One more advanced tip before we leave this mostly simple topic behind. Since the launch of Universal Clipboard in macOS Sierra in 2016 its been possible to copy on your Mac and then Paste on to your iPhone , or vice versa. It is also possible to share a mouse and keyboard between multiple Macs and iPads . As long as the feature is enabled on your devices its exactly as simple as it sounds, heres what you need to do: Highlight the object on your iPhone and tap Copy. Now open a document on your Mac and hit Command + V. There might be delay of 3-5 seconds for text or 10 or more seconds for an image but soon enough the copied item will appear. But how do you make sure Universal Clipboard is available on your Mac, iPhone and iPad? Its been available since the arrival of iOS 10 and macOS Sierra 2016, so chances are you are on a compatible version of Apples operating systems. It also requires a compatible device, which includes: iPhone 5 or newer Any iPad Pro 4th gen iPad or newer Any iPad Air iPad mini 2 or newer 6th generation iPod touch. On the Mac side this includes: 2015 MacBook or newer 2012 MacBook Pro or newer 2012 MacBook Air or newer 2012 Mac mini or newer 2012 iMac or newer 2013 Mac Pro or newer This bit is key: Both devices also need to be signed into the same iCloud account.You will also need to have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi switched on. If you have all of the above, heres what you need to do to get Universal Clipboard working on your Mac and iPhone/iPad: On the Mac, open System Settings > General > AirDrop & Handoff. (System Preferences on older Macs). Select Allow Handoff between this Mac and your iCloud devices. On the iPhone/iPad, open Settings > General > AirDrop & Handoff. Make sure that Allow Handoff is selected. Laptop Accessories, Mac, MacOS

Downgrading iCloud+ storage? Be sure to retrieve your files properly

Macworld Apples fees for iCloud+ storage tiers are a sore point among enough people that Ive seen the question come up repeatedly: How can I be sure I have a local copy of all my files if I want to reduce my iCloud+ storage payment or stop paying for iCloud storage at all? (Apple includes a meager 5GB of storage for all iCloud accounts; iCloud+ starts at $0.99 monthly for 50GB of storage.) Time Machine isnt the answer, nor are any volume-cloning or archive tools, local or internet-based. File and media stored only in iCloud, with a placeholder for them in macOS, cannot be backed up except by forcing downloads to a Mac across three places: Photos, Music, and iCloud Drive. (I dream of a future in which Apple would offer an option to force a monthly local backup of iCloud-only files.) I recently wrote How to migrate away from iCloud+ , a short guide to finding alternatives to iCloud+ services and storage. But you may want to keep using iCloud or downgrade to a lower-tier iCloud+ plan for the basics and be sure you arent locking away or losing files that arent on your Mac and are stored in iCloud. Heres how. 1. iCloud Photos Switch to Download Originals to this Mac to ensure a local copy of all media. Foundry The big issue for most people is media synced via iCloud Photos. If you have a large Photos library, you may have enabled optimization in Photos > Settings > iCloud . With Optimize Mac Storage chosen, macOS automatically purges locally stored images and videos that have been uploaded to iCloud if local storage is needed. You cant be sure whats stored locally or not, as theres no criterion you can use with a smart folder to create a set of iCloud only images. The only way to be sure that you have a local copy of everything is to change from Optimize Mac Storage to Download Originals to this Mac in the Photos iCloud setting. It may take a while for your Mac to retrieve all media that it didnt have locally cached. Apple doesnt provide a tool that shows how much local storage you would need to hold your Photos Library, so you need to figure out ahead of time if you have enough room on your startup volume. If you believe you dont, consider moving your Photos Library to an external drive with plenty of storage before disabling optimization. This article from 2021, How to move your Macs Photos library to an SSD for better performance , remains accurate (though Preferences has become Settings in menus). 2. Music A smart album in Music lets you create a list of all files you need to download. Foundry You may not even know you are syncing music files from your Music Library with iCloud. Go to Music > Settings > General to see if Sync Library is turned on. If so, youre syncingbut some files may be on your Mac synced from other devices. You can also intentionally or accidentally delete the local copy of music files to free up space, but still be able to stream the files from your iCloud Music Libraryits seamless as long as you have an Internet connection. To be sure that 100 percent of the music files youve purchased, ripped, or created are on the Mac on which youre working, you need to follow a sequence: Choose File > New > New Smart Playlist . For the Match for the following criteria, select Location, is not, on this computer. (Or you could pick is and iCloud.) Name the playlist descriptively in the sidebar, like Only in iCloud. Select the playlist in the sidebar and then choose Edit > Select All (Command-A). Choose Song > Download or right-click/Control-click the selection and choose Download. When the downloads are complete, that smart album will be empty. This forces a download of all music files that arent locally stored. Note that there are a lot of fine points around iCloud Music Library substituting files depending on whether you have an iTunes Match subscription, an Apple Music subscription, or both. Some files wont sync, too, if theyre below a minimum encoding quality, above a certain size (200MB), or youve exceeded 100,000 files. Apple has a short FAQ about what syncs . If you lack enough storage for all your music files, you can also move your Music Library to an external drive. However, the process is much less straightforward than with Photos. Apple offers some help in a support document . 3. iCloud Drive Disable Optimize Mac Storage to have all your iCloud Drive files downloaded to your Mac. The popover for Documents in the storage allocation bar shows an approximate number, though it includes items not counted towards your iCloud Drive total, too. Foundry iCloud Drive is a window to all your available storage at iCloud for most apps (not Music and Photos). Its typical to have an optimized storage set for iCloud Drive in > System Settings > Account Name > iCloud . Fortunately, simply disabling Optimize Mac Storage will start downloading iCloud-only files. You cant move iCloud Drive to another volume, so you will have to ensure you have enough storage on your startup volume. That is, at least, easy to find. In the Finder, click iCloud Drive in any Finder windows sidebar or choose Go > iCloud Drive . Choose File > Get Info (Command-I) to see the totals for the iCloud Drive folder (its not exactly a folder). It may take a moment for macOS to update the number. The Size label shows both the total storage for iCloud Drive files at iCloud.com and the amount locally downloaded (in parentheses as, for example, 14.68 GB on disk). The Finder provides a more accurate total for the storage required for your iCloud Drive files on your startup volume. The Finder provides a more accurate total for the storage required for your iCloud Drive files on your startup volume. Foundry The Finder provides a more accurate total for the storage required for your iCloud Drive files on your startup volume. Foundry Foundry You can use the circular progress icon next to iCloud Drive in a Finder window sidebar to know when the process is finished. This Mac 911 article is in response to a question submitted by Macworld reader Dave. Ask Mac 911 Weve compiled a list of the questions we get asked most frequently, along with answers and links to columns: read our super FAQ to see if your question is covered. If not, were always looking for new problems to solve! Email yours to mac911@macworld.com , including screen captures as appropriate and whether you want your full name used. Not every question will be answered, we dont reply to email, and we cannot provide direct troubleshooting advice. iCloud, MacOS

Oppo A60 4G Design, Colour Options, Key Features Leaked; Said to Offer 45W Fast Charging

Oppo A60 4G is expected to launch soon. Ahead of any official announcements, the handset has leaked online. A report suggests the key specifications and features of the purported A60 5G and also shows its expected design and colour options. The phone has previously been spotted on certification sites and thefeatures of the phone listed on those sites align with thos...

Macworld Podcast: Apple to Let Loose on May 7; touch-sensitive iPhone 16 buttons; is FineWoven finished? and more

Macworld Apple announces a May 7 event. Is FineWoven done for? Is there a big change in store for the Calculator app? We talk about the latest rumors and news bits in this episode of the Macworld Podcast! This is episode 881 with Jason Cross , Michael Simon , and Roman Loyola . Listen to episode 881 on Apple Podcasts Listen to episode 881 on Spotify Get info Click on the links below for more information on what was discussed on the show. Surprise! Apple announces Let Loose event on May 7 Apple kills off troubled FineWoven line, report claims The iPhone 16 might switch to touch-sensitive buttons after all Surprising report claims the iPhone 17 Plus will have a smaller screen One of macOS 15s big new features might be a superpowered Calculator AirPlay hotel support is finally availablefor only a handful of rooms Subscribe to the Macworld Podcast You can subscribe to the Macworld Podcastor leave us a review! right here in the Podcasts app . The Macworld Podcast is also available on Spotify . Or you can point your favorite podcast-savvy RSS reader at: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/macworld To find previous episodes, visit Macworlds podcast page or our home on MegaPhone . Apple Inc, iPad, iPhone

Enjoy ambient lighting and wireless charging with this all-in-one device, now only $40

Macworld Its pretty universalat this pointto keep a smartphone charger by your bed, usually so you can charge your phone while it rests on your nightstand. Its also pretty standard to have a lamp on that same nightstand. Miraculously, 3PExperts put two and two together and combined these nightstand staples into one sleek package. Meet the 15W Nightlight Wireless Charging Pad, which offers easy ambient lighting andan easycharging solution for only$39.99 (reg. $99). This versatile device blends well into almost any bedroom or home decor,and is compatible with allwireless chargeabledevices including your iPhone, earbuds, and more.Youlljust need to ensure that whatever device you own supports wireless charging. As for the nightlight, this gadget offers gentle illumination and promotes relaxation with its three brightness levels.With its highly practical and multi-purpose design, you can promote a clutter-free bedside table and streamline your home. Grab the 15W Nightlight Wireless Charging Pad, now just $39.99 , for a limited time. 15W Nightlight Wireless Charging Pad Only $39.99 at Macworld StackSocial prices subject to change. Accessories

Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 193 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements

Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview , the experimental browser Apple first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed the Safari Technology Preview to test features that may be introduced into future release versions of Safari. Safari Technology Preview 193 includes fixes and updates for Accessibility, CSS, Forms, JavaScript, Rendering, Web API, and Web Inspector. The current Safari Technology Preview release is compatible with machines running macOS Ventura and macOS Sonoma , the latest version of macOS that Apple released in September 2023. The Safari Technology Preview update is available through the Software Update mechanism in System Preferences or System Settings to anyone who has downloaded the browser . Full release notes for the update are available on the Safari Technology Preview website . Apple's aim with Safari Technology Preview is to gather feedback from developers and users on its browser development process. Safari Technology Preview can run side-by-side with the existing Safari browser and while designed for developers, it does not require a developer account to download. Tag: Safari Technology Preview This article, Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 193 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

iMazing iPhone Management Software Gets Fresh Design, Support for Vision Pro

DigiDNA today announced the launch of iMazing 3, an updated version of its iPhone and iPad management software designed for Macs and Windows machines. iMazing 3 features an updated user interface with a dedicated Discover section that makes it easier to find popular tools for doing things like transferring photos from an iPhone, downloading Messages, transferring music, and making backups. A Device Overview section offers details about connected products like serial number, model number, device ID, date of latest backup, and more, for simple multi-device management, and there's also a Data section for accessing saved media, messages, contacts, and other content. For battery management, there is a battery section that provides details on current temperature, design max charge, effective max charge, and charge cycles, plus there are options for managing storage. The iMazing 3 software on Mac works with the Vision Pro in addition to the iPhone and the iPad, and there is support for remote pairing. Other new features include a Dark Mode , improved Backup and snapshot management, and a redesigned settings interface. iMazing 3 can be downloaded from the iMazing website at prices starting at $40. iMazing customers who purchased the software after October 20, 2020 can upgrade for free, and those with older licenses can upgrade at a 50 percent discount. This article, iMazing iPhone Management Software Gets Fresh Design, Support for Vision Pro first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Anker sale: up to 40% off portable chargers, cable, and more

Anker's Earth-Day sale sees a ton of excellent deals with up to 40% off, so be sure to check everything available to snag yourself some of the best products.

Apple Releases Open Source AI Models That Run On-Device

Apple today released several open source large language models (LLMs) that are designed to run on-device rather than through cloud servers. Called OpenELM (Open-source Efficient Language Models), the LLMs are available on the Hugging Face Hub , a community for sharing AI code. As outlined in a white paper [ PDF ], there are eight total OpenELM models, four of which were pre-trained using the CoreNet library, and four instruction tuned models. Apple uses a layer-wise scaling strategy that is aimed at improving accuracy and efficiency. Apple provided code, training logs, and multiple versions rather than just the final trained model, and the researchers behind the project hope that it will lead to faster progress and more trustworthy results in the natural language AI field. OpenELM, a state-of-the-art open language model. OpenELM uses a layer-wise scaling strategy to efficiently allocate parameters within each layer of the transformer model, leading to enhanced accuracy. For example, with a parameter budget of approximately one billion parameters, OpenELM exhibits a 2.36% improvement in accuracy compared to OLMo while requiring 2x fewer pre-training tokens. Diverging from prior practices that only provide model weights and inference code, and pre-train on private datasets, our release includes the complete framework for training and evaluation of the language model on publicly available datasets, including training logs, multiple checkpoints, and pre-training configurations. Apple says that it is releasing the OpenELM models to empower and enrich the open research community with stage-of-the-art language models. Sharing open source models gives researchers a way to investigate risks and data and model biases. Developers and companies are able to use the models as-is or make modifications. The open sharing of information has become an important tool for Apple to recruit top engineers, scientists, and experts because it provides opportunities for research papers that would not normally have been able to be published under Apple's secretive policies. Apple has not yet brought these kinds of AI capabilities to its devices, but iOS 18 is expected to include a number of new AI features, and rumors suggest that Apple is planning to run its large language models on-device for privacy purposes. Tag: Artificial Intelligence This article, Apple Releases Open Source AI Models That Run On-Device first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Spotify and Apple Again Clash Over App Store Rules and Fees

Spotify has not been able to get Apple to approve an EU app update that added information on subscription pricing and links to the Spotify website, and it turns out that's because Spotify has not agreed to the terms of Apple's Music Streaming Services Entitlement. A recent antitrust ruling from the European Commission fined Apple nearly $2 billion and mandated that Apple emove anti-steering provisions for music apps in the European Economic Area (EEA). As a result, Apple updated its App Store rules with a Music Streaming Services Entitlement that allows music apps in the EEA to inform users of other ways to purchase digital music content or services and to add website links for purchasing digital music subscriptions. That might sound like a win for apps like Spotify, but Apple requires developers who use the entitlement to pay a 27 percent fee (reduced for subscriptions older than one year and for small businesses) on all website purchases referred by Apple. So if Spotify puts a link in its app and a user clicks it and subscribes, Spotify would owe Apple a 27 percent commission (three percent less than the App Store purchase fee). Spotify does not currently pay Apple any money, and it does not want to. Directly after the European Commission's ruling, Spotify on March 5 submitted an EU app update that had information on subscription pricing and links to its websites for customers to make purchases. This was prior to when Apple had announced its entitlement plan. Apple ignored Spotify's app update, and Spotify complained on March 14 that Apple had not acknowledged or responded to its App Store submission. Spotify at the time called on the European Commission to force Apple to approve its app update. Apple kept ignoring Spotify's submission, until today, when Spotify submitted a new version of its app. Spotify said on X ( formerly Twitter ) that the update has no links and includes just the are minimum on pricing and a mention that subscriptions can be purchased from Spotify, which it claims is acceptable under the European Commission's ruling. Spotify left out a small detail, though. It turns out that Spotify did not request a Music Streaming Services Entitlement and did not agree to Apple's new terms for the entitlement. The App Store Review Team sent Spotify a letter (via AppleInsider ) that says the entitlement is required even though there is no link because Spotify's submission has a call to action to purchase a Spotify subscription on its website. We are reaching out to let you know about new information regarding your app, Spotify - Music and Podcasts, version 8.9.33. As you may be aware, Apple created a new Music Streaming Services Entitlement (EEA) for iOS and iPadOS music streaming apps offered in EEA storefronts. The entitlement allows music streaming apps to use buttons, external links, or other calls to action to direct customers to a purchase mechanism on a website owned or controlled by the developer. You must accept its terms before adding any of these capabilities to your app. Please find more information about the entitlement here. We note that your current submission includes a call to action to purchase a Spotify subscription on your website. As such, you must accept the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement (EEA) and include the entitlement profile in your app for submission. To be clear, this entitlement is required even if your app does not include an external link (nor does it require that you offer an external link). We will, however, approve version 8.9.33 after you accept the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement (EEA) and resubmit it for review. If you have any questions about this information, please reply to this message to let us know. Apple says that if Spotify agrees to the terms of the Music Streaming Services Entitlement, it will approve the latest Spotify app update. Without a link to the Spotify website, Spotify would presumably not have to pay Apple a commission because there would be no way for Apple to track clicks from its app to Spotify, but there may be some other part of the entitlement that Spotify is reluctant to agree to. Apple does not plan to let Spotify include a link to the Spotify website without paying the required 27 percent fee, but adding subscription pricing information without a link does seem to be permitted per the language of Apple's letter to Spotify. Spotify has confirmed that it does not plan to opt in to Apple's EU App Store business terms, which are separate from the Music Streaming Services Entitlement and are part of the changes that Apple implemented as required by the Digital Markets Act. Because Spotify does not want to agree to the EU App Store business terms, it is limited on the features that it can add to its app in the EU. To offer the Spotify app directly from its website in the EU, Spotify would need to agree to the terms and would have to pay a 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee for users that download the app. Spotify does not let customers sign up for a Spotify subscription in the app as of right now, so it does not have to pay anything. Web-based distribution and linking out to the Spotify website both have associated fees, and Spotify is aiming for a solution where it does not have to pay anything. Spotify's full statement on its update, from Chief Public Affairs Officer Dustee Jenkins: Despite Apple's attempts to punish developers with new fees, we remain committed to giving consumers real choice in our app at no increased cost. That's why we have submitted a new update to Apple. It features basic pricing and website information - the bare minimum outlined under the European Commission's ruling in its music streaming case. By charging developers for communicating with consumers through links in-app, Apple continues to break European law. It's past time for the Commission to enforce its decision so that consumers can see real, positive benefits. Though Spotify has a clear path to get its app update approved, the company claims that Apple is breaking European law by charging the 27 percent fee for links and it calls on the European Commission to enforce its decision. Tags: Spotify , European Union This article, Spotify and Apple Again Clash Over App Store Rules and Fees first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

A new Google Pixel Tablet is coming, but its not what you think

A new rumor claims that Google is prepping a new Pixel Tablet for release next month. However, it's not exactly the sequel you may be expecting.

iOS 17.5 Beta 3: Your iPhone Could Get These New Features Soon - CNET

Some developers and beta testers can try these features now, ahead of the update's release to the general public.

Apple Vision Pro Gains Apple Arcade Games Crossy Road Castle and Solitaire Stories

Apple Arcade games Crossy Road Castle and Solitaire Stories are set to launch on the Vision Pro headset tomorrow, adding two additional popular games to Apple's first head worn device. In Crossy Road Castle, players can progress through tower levels with pinch and flick gestures. Up to four players can play at one time, though there's also a solo version of the game. Crossy Road Castle for Vision Pro has the same features as the other versions of the game, including characters and hats to unlock, game controller support, and challenge events to complete. Levels are procedurally generated, so each new game is different. Solitaire Stories provides players with a virtual card table to play classic solitaire games. There are multiple versions of solitaire included, such as Klondike Quick Play, Spider, and Draw 3, as well as support for online multiplayer gameplay. The game includes a progressive story with increasingly difficult levels, along with different deck designs to unlock. There are also daily challenges and contests. Crossy Road Castle and Solitaire Stories will soon be available for download from the Vision Pro App Store . Several Apple Arcade games available on iOS and macOS are receiving updates today, including Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop, Cooking Mama: Cuisine, Fruit Ninja Classic, and Zookeeper World. Tag: Apple Arcade This article, Apple Vision Pro Gains Apple Arcade Games Crossy Road Castle and Solitaire Stories first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Review: Hyper's USB Hubs and SSD Enclosure Offer an Array of Connectivity Options

Several months ago, Hyper introduced a series of accessories under the HyperDrive Next family, bringing a variety of options for USB-C hubs and other products. I've recently spent some time testing out some of these accessories, and I've found them to offer an assortment of capabilities across price points to suit a variety of users. USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure Priced at $119.99, Hyper's USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure offers support for a speedy external drive inside a robust aluminum enclosure protected by a silicone bumper to cushion against impacts and provide IP55 dust and water resistance. The enclosure supports M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4/3 SSDs up to 16 TB with a snap-in installation process that requires no screws. SSDs in 2230/2240/2260/2280 sizes are supported. For testing, I paired Hyper's enclosure with a 2TB WD_BLACK SSD that supports up to 7,300 MB/s transfer speeds, allowing me to push the enclosure to its limits without being capped by the SSD. The installation process was as simple as advertised, and all I had to do was pop open the enclosure by hand, slide the SSD into the drive slot, secure it with a rubber secure grip, peel off the protective film on a preinstalled thermal pad, and close everything back up. An extra thermal pad and secure grips are provided in the box in case you need them. A 0.5-meter USB4 cable is included with the enclosure, and upon plugging the enclosure in to my MacBook Pro, I was able to quickly format it for APFS with Disk Utility to work with macOS. An illuminated Hyper logo on the enclosure shines through an opening in the silicone bumper, giving you some information about drive status. The logo shines a steady white when the enclosure is powered on and the drive is idle, and it blinks while data is being read from or written to the SSD. The logo will blink red if detects an SSD is not connected. Hyper says the enclosure supports up to 3,800 MB/s transfer speeds, and in my testing with a 16-inch M1 Pro MacBook Pro I saw both read and write speeds registering around 3,100 MB/s with the WD SSD. That's plenty fast for most users, allowing for fast file transfers and even the ability to work with large projects directly from the external drive. I was able to copy a ~28 GB folder with roughly 17,500 items in it to the drive in around 15 seconds. The enclosure gets slightly warm even when not in active use, with the finned aluminum design of the enclosure and small Hyper logo-shaped holes in the silicone bumper helping move heat away from the drive. The heat was not a concern in any of my testing, as it remained comfortable to touch. Overall, I was pleased with the performance of the enclosure, and it's a convenient solution for backing up data or just adding extra storage. At $119.99 before adding in the cost of the SSD itself, it's pricier than some other solutions, but when you consider the higher-end specs it offers, it's within the same price range as many other options from trusted brands. Hyper is currently sold out of the SSD enclosure on its own site, but does have it available through Amazon . 10 Port USB-C Hub At the low end of Hyper's USB hub range is the 10 Port USB-C Hub priced at $99.99. It includes support for a single external display at 4K60Hz over HDMI while offering a pair of 10 Gbps USB-C ports, two USB-A ports (one at 10 Gbps and one at 5 Gbps), SD and microSD 4.0 card slots supporting up to a theoretical maximum of 312 MB/s, Gigabit Ethernet, and a 3.5 mm combo audio jack. There's also a USB-C port with PD support at up to 140 watts, allowing for passthrough power to your computer if you hook up an external power adapter. Otherwise, the hub will run in bus-powered mode off of your computer. The hub connects to the attached computer over an integrated USB-C cable, which ensures you always have the proper cable with you but introduces a potential failure point for the whole accessory. The cable does feel fairly thick and sturdy with some strain relief reinforcement around where it enters the hub, so hopefully it will remain durable over the long term. This is a compact, lightweight (97 grams) hub in a very dark gray or almost midnight aluminum finish, and in my testing it's proven to be a solid option for on-the-go use cases. It slips easily into a computer bag or sleeve and offers a really nice selection of ports to help you make use of a wide variety of accessories you might run across. With support for a single external display, this may not be for true power users, but the vast majority of people are likely to only need to connect to a single display, especially in travel environments where this hub excels. A more powerful dock with additional display support and even more ports would likely suit these users better at more fixed home and office locations. Hyper is currently sold out of the 10 Port USB-C Hub on its own site, but it is available through Amazon and Best Buy . Dual 4K HDMI 7 Port USB-C Hub Hyper's mid-range Dual 4K HDMI 7 Port USB-C Hub priced at $149.99 offers fewer ports than the lower-end model but with enhanced display support. It includes two HDMI ports (one HDMI 2.0 at 4K60Hz and one HDMI 1.4 at 4K30Hz), a pair of 10 Gbps USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, a single 10 Gbps USB-A port, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, and a USB-C port allowing you to optionally connect a PD 3.0 power adapter of up to 100 watts for passthrough charging of up to 85 watts to a connected computer. If you don't want to connect a power adapter, the hub will run in bus-powered mode from the attached computer, so no external power brick is needed. The design is an unobtrusive space gray plastic with subtle Hyper branding on the top. An integrated USB-C cable on one side connects to the host computer, while the available USB-C passthrough power port is on the opposite side. All other ports are on the rear of the hub, allowing for a relatively clean look on a desk. There are several rows of tiny Hyper logos on the ends of the hub, with the top row on each end being ventilation holes. The integrated cable is convenient for ensuring your cable is always at hand, but if it frays or otherwise breaks, the hub is rendered useless. It does appear quite durable based on my time with it though. Given that this is a hub rather than a wall-powered desktop dock, it's ideal to take on the go to connect to displays and other devices as needed. While dual external displays are supported over the HDMI ports, it's important to note that USB bandwidth limitations means that only one of the displays can run at 60Hz, with the other running at 30Hz. This is likely fine for less demanding productivity tasks, but definitely something to be aware of if you're hoping to drive displays with heavier demands. The inclusion of two USB-C ports with 10 Gbps transfer speeds is nice for connecting external drives and other modern devices, while the USB-A port offers legacy connectivity. I prefer a couple of USB-A ports on my full-time desktop dock due to a number of accessories I use that have integrated USB-A cables or proprietary charging connectors that use USB-A at the other end, but for a portable solution, this hub does the trick just fine. I connected the USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure via this hub, and it unsurprisingly impacted performance of the SSD as it was now sharing bandwidth other accessories, potentially including displays. I was still able to get write speeds of around 975 MB/s and read speeds of 850 MB/s, which should be sufficient for most users' needs. The Dual 4K HDMI 7 Port USB-C Hub offers a number of connectivity options primarily aimed at users on the go, but you'll need to ensure it suits your needs. It's on the pricier side of USB hubs at $149.99, so make sure you need all of its capabilities and can't get away with a cheaper and simpler option. But on the flip side, the display limitations mean demanding users may want to look at other solutions such as separately connecting multiple displays to their computers for maximum performance. Hyper is currently listing the Dual 4K HDMI 7 Port USB-C Hub as on sale for $104.99 on its own site, though it is currently out of stock. Amazon has it available for the regular price of $149.99, but hopefully Hyper gets this model back in stock soon at the sale price. 10 Port Business Class USB-C Dock For those looking for more capabilities, Hyper offers the $199.99 10 Port Business Class USB-C Dock . While this dock has the same dual display capabilities of one HDMI 2.0 port at 4K60Hz and one HDMI 1.4 port at 4K30Hz, it offers a different combination of other ports. As a business-focused dock, there's a heavier emphasis on legacy connectivity such as two USB-A ports, both of which run at up to 10 Gbps. The extra USB-A port is offset by the inclusion of only a single downstream USB-C port, which also runs at 10 Gbps. In addition to the same 3.5mm combo audio jack as on the 7-port hub, the 10-port model includes a Gigabit Ethernet port and an SD 4.0 card slot supporting transfer speeds up to 312 MB/s, In another nod to the business market, Kensington and Kensington Nano lock slots are included to help physically secure the dock. The dock connects to the host computer via a short detachable USB-C to USB-C cable, which conveniently snaps into the edge of the dock for travel, so this is a great balance of convenience and repairability. While the dock can be bus powered over this connection, you can also provide external power to the dock that can pass through to your laptop. The dock allows for power input via either USB-C or a DC barrel connector, but an external power adapter is not provided with the dock. I experienced no issues in my testing, with the dock reliably driving two displays, keeping in mind that the 30Hz refresh rate on the second display may be insufficient for some uses. Productivity users are, however, unlikely to notice any issues due to that limitation. Ethernet and USB connectivity worked as advertised. SD card reader speeds also appeared as advertised, with my test card nearing its maximum specs at write speeds of 125 MB/s and read speeds of around 220 MB/s. While the 10 Port Business Class USB-C Dock is priced at $199.99 at Hyper, Best Buy is currently offering it for a discounted price of $159.99. Wrap-up Overall, Hyper offers a nice selection of USB-C hubs and docks to suit a variety of needs. While they don't have quite the capabilities of a Thunderbolt dock, they can provide good options for port expandability both on the go and in a desktop situation. The USB4 SSD Enclosure supports the latest USB standard for high read and write speeds that should satisfy almost all users, and it comes in a compact package ideal for extra portable storage. Just make sure the SSD you're using can take advantage of the speeds the enclosure has to offer. Note: Hyper provided MacRumors with the hubs, dock, and SSD enclosure for the purposes of this review. No other compensation was received. MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Hyper, Amazon, and Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. 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Apple Releases Third Public Beta of iOS 17.5

Apple today seeded the third betas of upcoming iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 updates to public beta testers, allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its release. The second public iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 betas come a week after Apple released the second betas for public beta testers, and a day after the software was made available to developers. Public beta testers can get the beta by opening up the Settings app, going to the Software Update section, tapping on the Beta Updates option, and toggling on the iOS 17 or iPadOS 17 Public Beta. Signing up on Apple's beta testing website is required. iOS 17.5 is limited on new outward-facing features, focusing primarily on changes in the European Union. App developers in the EU are now able to add their iPhone apps to their website, so that users can download them directly without having to use the App Store . To offer an app for download from a website in the European Union, developers need to meet specific criteria. Developers need to be a member of the Apple Developer Program for two continuous years or more and must have an app with more than one million first installs on iOS in the European Union in the prior year. Other requirements include submitting to Apple's notarization process and publishing transparent data collection policies. This feature is limited to the European Union due to the Digital Markets Act and is not available to all users. iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 also have updates to mobile device management and there are code changes suggesting Battery Health functionality could come to the new iPads and that Apple will soon add alerts for third-party item trackers. Related Roundups: iOS 17 , iPadOS 17 Related Forums: iOS 17 , iPadOS 17 This article, Apple Releases Third Public Beta of iOS 17.5 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

The new Snapdragon X chips are faster than an M3, but should we believe it?

Macworld If you follow tech outside the world of Apple, you may have noticed that Qualcomm has been getting a lot of attention lately. Thats because the company is promoting its upcoming Snapdragon X Plus and Elite chips, which arent going to be in PC laptops until this summer. As part of its marketing, Qualcomm compares its chips performance to Intel (of course), but it also calls out Apples latest M3 chip. According to Qualcomm (via PCWorld ), its Snapdragon X Elite chip is 28 percent faster and the Snapdragon X Plus chip is 10 percent faster than the Apple M3 in a MacBook Pro in Geekbench testing. Which, for chips that will ship some seven months after the M3 launched, leaves an impressionat least Qualcomm thinks so. However, these are Qualcomm-provided numbers and one major point that is left out of the M3 comparison is power consumption (not to mention memory and price). Apple takes a great deal of pride in the fact that its chips provide top performance while being efficient. In fact, Qualcomms chart below comparing multi-threaded performance based on power consumption conspicuously doesnt include any Apple chips. For a mobile chip, thats a notable exclusionespecially since it challenges Apple at every other turn. Qualcomm Qualcomm Qualcomm That are other flags, such as the fact that Qualcomm doesnt include the M3 Pro or M3 Max. Wouldnt an X Elite (which has 12 CPU cores) versus a M3 Pro or M3 Max be a better comparison? Seems so. Then theres the whole issue of whether Qualcomms benchmarks are believable at all, which the website SemiAccurate claims isnt the case, and the numbers that they are showing to the press and are not achievable with the settings they claim. In any case, why should Apple users even care what these new Qualcomm chips do? After all, you cant (officially) run macOS on a PC laptopeven our sister site, PCWorld, says it doesnt care as much about how the X Elite and X Plus shape up to Apples best. If anything, it just shows the importance of Apple in the market, and in the very competitive world of PC laptops, you try to find customers wherever you can. Even with a significantly undersized market share, Apple makes a ton of noise with the Mac, and PC makers will do everything they can to convince PC buyers that the devices they sell are just as good. As for whether the X Plus and X Elite really do outperform the M3, well just have to wait and see when PCWorld tests the chips after they become available this summer. Theyll probably match up in some benchmarks with some asterisks and caveats. Also, Apples M4 is expected later this year , so this comparison will eventually be moot. CPUs and Processors

Apple Watch Series 9 Now Available on Apple's Refurbished Store in U.S.

Apple today began selling certified refurbished Apple Watch Series 9 models in the U.S. for the first time since the device was released in September. The refurbished Series 9 models are discounted by approximately 15% compared to the equivalent brand new models, with pricing starting at $339, down from $399. A variety of configurations are available as of writing. Apple says it puts all of its refurbished products through a thorough cleaning process and inspection, and performs full functionality testing. In general, refurbished products sold directly by Apple have a very good reputation. Like new Series 9 models sold directly by Apple in the U.S. currently, we expect that the Blood Oxygen app is deactivated on the refurbished models, due to a legal battle with medical technology company Masimo. Last year, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) banned Apple from importing and selling Apple Watch models with blood oxygen sensing after it ruled that the feature infringed on Masimo's patents. Apple is appealing the decision, and could re-enable the Blood Oxygen app with a watchOS update if it is overturned. As a reminder, Apple began selling refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 models in the U.S. and select other countries last week. Related Roundup: Apple Watch Series 9 Tag: Apple Refurbished Products Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Neutral) This article, Apple Watch Series 9 Now Available on Apple's Refurbished Store in U.S. first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

You can pick up the Google Pixel 7 Pro for only $500 today

If want to buy a flagship phone but don't want to pay the prices of the current generation, this deal on the Pixel 7 Pro will snag you one for just $500.

Next Apple Watch Said to Use Material Allowing for Thinner Logic Board

At least one next-generation Apple Watch model will start using resin-coated copper, according to supply chain sources cited by Taiwanese website DigiTimes . As the name implies, resin-coated copper is a thin layer of copper foil coated with a resin, such as an epoxy. While adoption of this material would offer many benefits for a future Apple Watch's logic board, such as improved durability and water resistance, a key advantage is that it would allow for a thinner logic board , which in turn would provide additional internal space for other components and sensors in the Apple Watch. Any extra space that can be freed up in the Apple Watch is extremely valuable, as Apple continues to add health features to the device. The next Apple Watch models due later this year are rumored to feature blood pressure sensing , for example, and Apple is reportedly working on non-invasive blood glucose monitoring as a long-term project. There is still uncertainty surrounding the next Apple Watch lineup, as it is unclear if the redesigned Apple Watch X will be launching this year or next year. In addition, it was rumored that there might not be an Apple Watch Ultra 3 this year . A new Apple Watch SE is likely this year if Apple sticks to a two-year refresh cycle for that model. Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo last year said iPhone 17 Pro models also might adopt resin-coated copper for the logic board next year, so this is a change that might extend to multiple devices in Apple's lineup over the next few years. Related Roundup: Apple Watch Series 9 Tag: DigiTimes Buyer's Guide: Apple Watch (Neutral) This article, Next Apple Watch Said to Use Material Allowing for Thinner Logic Board first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

This deal adds a headphone jack to your Lightning iPhone for just $3

Macworld If you own a recent iPhone before the latest model, two things are true: It has a Lightning port and it doesnt have a headphone jack. Todays deal can fix that for very cheap: Best Buy is selling a 2-pack of Insignia Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone adapters for just $6 , a savings of $11.50 and the best price youre ever going to see. This adapter has one job: One end connects to the Lightning port on your iPhone and the other accepts a 3.5mm jack from your headphones or some other audio device. The cables are braided, so they should stay free from frays and breaks, and since you get two, you can keep one in a bag, use it on another device, or give it to a lucky friend. For comparison, Apple sells a similar adapter for $9 , so this deal is quite a bargain. Were not sure how long stock will remain, so if you want one go grab one now. iPhone

12.9-Inch iPad Air No Longer Expected to Feature Mini-LED Display

Apple's upcoming 12.9-inch iPad Air will feature an LCD display like its smaller sibling, according to Display Supply Chain Consultants CEO and analyst Ross Young. Earlier this month, Young said that the larger iPad Air would feature a mini-LED display like the current iPad Pro of the same size. The existing 10.9-inch iPad Air is equipped with a standard LCD panel, and the move to mini-LED technology for the 12.9-inch model would have provided increased brightness for HDR content, deeper blacks, lower power consumption, and more. He said the 12.9-inch iPad Air would use leftover mini-LED display panels from the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, with the 10.9-inch model sticking with LCDs. Now, in a post to subscribers on X (formerly Twitter), he said that this is no longer expected to be the case due to the panel's high cost, despite confirmation from multiple supply chain sources. As a result, both iPad Air models will feature LCD displays, clearly delineating them from the iPad Pro, which is expected to move to OLED. However, Young added that there may be a new iPad model with a 12.9-inch mini-LED display introduced in the fourth quarter of 2024. Speculatively, the device could be a high-end iPad Air, a low-end iPad Pro, or something else entirely. Next-generation iPad Air and iPad Pro models are expected to be announced at Apple's Let loose event on May 7. Related Roundup: iPad Air Tags: Mini-LED , 2024 iPad Air Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Don't Buy) Related Forum: iPad This article, 12.9-Inch iPad Air No Longer Expected to Feature Mini-LED Display first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

iPad mini 7: Heres whats next for Apples smallest tablet

Macworld Apples smallest iPad was given a substantial facelift at the end of 2021. The 6th-generation iPad mini sports a complete redesign with a bigger display, Touch ID on the power button, USB C instead of Lightning, and an upgraded front camera. This represented the first major change to the design since the iPad mini was first introduced back in 2012. The mini celebrated its 10-year anniversary in 2022 without an update and no update was forthcoming in 2023 either. But a new iPad mini 7th generation is rumored to be in the works for 2024. Update April 24: Apple announced its Let Loose iPad event for May 5, but the iPad mini is not expected to be announced. iPad mini 7 release date: When is the new iPad mini coming out? Its been more than two years since the 6th generation iPad mini launched in September 2021, and, based on the dates when other iPad mini models have launched, a fall 2023 update for the iPad mini would have made sense. But now its looking like a new iPad mini wont arrive until fall 2024. Apple will hold its Let Loose event on May 7 to launch new iPads, but the iPad mini isnt expected to be among them. Apple will reportedly release new iPad Pro and iPad Air models at the event, but the mini isnt expected to arrive until the fall. Way back in December 2022, respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the new iPad mini wont arrive until late 2023 or early 2024. However, in November 2023, Kuo pushed that prediction back: saying the 7th-gen iPad mini wont arrive until the second half of 2024 . iPad mini 7 price: How much will the new iPad mini cost? The arrival of the redesigned iPad mini 6th generation saw a $100 increase in price over the previous model to $499. Heres how the prices of the 6th and 5th generations compared: iPad mini 6th generation: $499/569 (At launch was 479 in the U.K) iPad mini 5th generation: $399/379 That price increased even further outside the U.S. including in the U.K. where the price increased again by 90 a few months after the launch. However, it is hoped with the new generation that prices will drop in some markets. We hope that when the new models launch pricing in the U.K. will match the U.S., so $499/499, rather than $499/569. iPad mini 7 specs: What new features will the iPad mini have? Theres an expectation the new iPad mini will feature a more impressive processor than it does currently. We are also hoping for some small internal improvements. A16 processor The iPad mini 6 offers the A15 Bionic chip as found in the iPhone 13, mini, Pro and Max, however, this chip is down-clocked compared to the one inside the iPhone 13 series. Heres how that chip compares to the rest of the range and what is expected for the next generation. iPad Pro : M2. The next generation is expected to get an M3 chip. iPad Air (5th gen): M1. The next generation is expected to get an M2 chip. iPad mini (6th gen): A15, as found in iPhone 13 series. The next generation is expected to get A16, as found in the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 . iPad (10th gen): A14, as found in iPhone 12 series. The next generation is expected to get A16, as found in the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15. iPad (9th gen): A13, as found in iPhone 11 series. Its unclear how (or if) Apple will update this model. Kuo reported in December that the iPad minis main selling point would be the new processor. He didnt specify which processor at the time, but it is now expected to be the A16 chip found in the iPhone 14 Pro and Max and the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus. You may be looking at the iPad Air and wondering if the iPad mini might get an M1 chip like that found in the iPad Air. Perhaps its something Apple might consider down the line, but the rumors around the launch of the iPad Air indicated that Apples reason for using the M1 was actually the reduced of availability of the A16 at the time, as per this tweet from Mark Gurman. Could also be another explanation for why the iPad Air got the M1 (supply). https://t.co/lrvuVR0QkW Mark Gurman (@markgurman) March 13, 2022 Increased storage On the current iPad mini 6th generation, the base model starts off with a rather paltry 64GB of storage. For a device like an iPad, where you can store movies, TV shows, books, comics, magazines, games, and a wide range of apps, that amount can often become a problem, especially if you want to take your iPad away on holiday or use it for your commute without needing to manage the storage. Although Apple has something of a history of giving base models low storage capacities, we think it would be a wise move to upgrade the entry-level iPad mini 7th generation to at least 128GB. File sizes are growing all the time, due to higher-quality cameras and software, so doubling the existing 64GB would be a very consumer-friendly solution. Along these lines, theres also the possibility that the upper limit of the storage could be increased. At the time of writing, the most storage available on the iPad mini 6th generation is 256GB. Moving up to 512GB would be the logical step, especially if the baseline storage moves to 128GB. iPad mini 7 display: Will the iPad mini get a new screen? The iPad mini will likely keep the same design for several generations. The iPad mini will likely keep the same design for several generations. IDG The iPad mini will likely keep the same design for several generations. IDG IDG Its unlikely that the design will change, but the new iPad mini is expected to include a new display controller designed to mitigate a problem described as a jelly scrolling issue that reportedly makes content look laggy. There have been reports for a while that Apple will move the display technology to OLED but this looks like it wont happen until at least next year. Apple is said to be talking to LG, Samsung, and other companies regarding active matrix OLEDs (AMOLEDs). But, according to market research company Omdia: Apple is continuously discussing the possibility of widely adopting OLED technology for the iPad mini and iPad Air lineup as the next phase of its strategy from 2026 onward. Screen size The iPad mini screen was 7.9-inches up until the current iPad mini 6th generation launched in 2021. The iPad mini 6th generation screen is 8.3-inch thanks to the removal of the Home button. A report from ET News suggests that an iPad mini with a larger 8.7-inch OLED display is in the works. However, this change might not happen with the 7th generation as the iPad mini with OLED screen isnt expected until 2026. Folding display Apple is said to have been working on an iPad with a folding display, but its unlikely to come to this model. In December 2022, Ming-Chi Kuo said that reports of a folding iPad mini in development were wrong because a foldable iPad will have a markedly higher price than an iPad mini, so such a replacement is not reasonable. (3/3) Additionally, Apple is currently working on a new version of the iPad mini equipped with a new processor as the main selling point, and the mass shipment is expected to start by the end of 2023 or in 1H24. (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) December 27, 2022 ProMotion screen The screen in the 7th gen model isnt expected to grow from the current 8.3-inch, but there may be new screen technology. A post on a South Korean forum back in November 2021 indicated Apple had ordered 8.3-inch displays from Samsung that support 120Hz maximum refresh rates . If true, the post on Clien ( translated here ) could mean the next mini offers the ProMotion ultra-smooth scrolling feature currently seen on the iPad Pro, iPhone 13 Pro models, and 14- & 16-inch MacBook Pro. This could address the minor issue of jelly scrolling that some users have complained about with the current iPad mini. I would be surprised since it is currently an a-Si LCD which isn't compatible with ProMotion. Only their Pro models support ProMotion as they use an Oxide LCD. Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) June 28, 2022 However, its not looking like this particular rumor is accurate. Analyst Ross Young , CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants, doesnt believe that Apple will be giving the iPad mini a ProMotion display yet. He indicates that doing so would require significant hardware changes. This would require a whole new level of engineering, according to Young. We remain skeptical of a ProMotion upgrade as its one of the main differentiators between the standard and Pro devices Apple sells. iPad mini design: What will the new iPad mini look like? Its been surprisingly quiet on the rumor front, which probably means the iPad mini 7 design will be largely the same as the 6th-gen model. Heres what weve managed to uncover. One of the most obvious changes to the iPad mini 6th generation was the new palette of colors that Apple made available. While you can currently select between space gray, pink, purple, and starlight, there are several interesting hues available on the iPad Air when it received its new look in fall 2021, including silver, rose gold, green, and sky blue. It would therefore seem reasonable to assume that some of these make it to the mini. Plus now that the iPad 10th generation brought a bold selection of colors, the iPad mini may get a completely new palette. However, the iPhone 15 introduced an extremely light palette of colors so its unclear which direction Apple will go. Well update this article as more details become available, but until then, be sure to read our iPad buying guide to see which models wed recommend if you want to buy one of Apples tablets today. And check our roundup of the best iPad mini deals for the latest bargains on the current range. iPad

How to scan documents on iPhone

Macworld Sometimes, you need to turn a piece of paper into a digital file. Maybe you need to include a receipt, registration, or other form of proof in an online form. Or, you want to keep copies of your important documents in the cloud, so theyre always accessible and safe from being lost or destroyed. Such documents are often digitized as Portable Document Format files (or PDFs). It used to be that you needed to use either dedicated hardware or a third-party iPhone appto take a photo of a document and convert it to PDF. That is no longer the case: Apple includes a very handy document scanner in the iPhones Notes and Files apps, and it does a surprisingly good job of capturing most documents and converting them to PDF. Because its not very obvious, youd be forgiven for not even knowing it exists. Heres how you scan documents using an iPhone. We also cover how to convert the scan into a PDF and how to autofill the PDF on an iPhone. We also have a round up of the best free PDF editors for Mac and explain How to edit a PDF on a Mac . You may also be interested How to create a PDF on an iPhone. At a glance Time to complete: 5 minutes Tools required: iPhone with iOS 11 or later Cost: 0 1. How to scan a document on iPhone using Notes Foundry Open the Notes app. Create a new Note or select an existing one. Tap the camera button and select Scan Documents . Hold your iPhone over your document until it is highlighted. Try to get it as level and square as possible. Either hold your iPhone (or iPad) still until the scan captures automatically or press the shutter. Depending on whether you are happy or not choose Retake or Keep Scan . Unhappy with the scan? There are two modes: if you use Auto (the word Auto appears in the upper-right corner), Notes captures a page whenever it detects a document. Most of the time the results are pretty accurate, but if they arent good enough you can switch to Manual by tapping Auto in the top right, then you can drag the corners to adjust the scan until you are happy. Keystoning will be applied. (Keystoning is the effect of a rectangle appearing to be a different shape when not capturedor projected as with a slide projectorabsolutely squarely.) Once you are happy with the scan, tap Keep Scan . Continue scanning until all pages are captured, or tap Save . Notes will attempt to extract some text at the top of the document to use as its title. 2. How to turn a scan into a PDF on iPhone Foundry The method above allows you to scan a document into Notes, which is useful if you want to store your scans in Notes. But what if youd rather store it as a PDF? Luckily if you save the scan it will automatically save as a PDF. Open a Note containing a scanned document. Beside the scanned document tap on the arrow. Choose Save to Files . Select a folder within Files in which to save a PDF of the scan. Give the file a name (and tags if you wish) at the bottom of the screen. This will save the scan as a PDF. 3. How to scan a PDF on iPhone Foundry You dont have to save your scan in Notes, you can also scan directly into Files, where your document will automatically be saved as a PDF. Open Files on your iPhone (or iPad). Choose a location to save your scan. Tap the more button () in the upper right, and choose Scan Documents . Line up your document and tap the shutter, or hold the iPhone still to automatically capture the image. If you use the shutter, you can drag the corners to adjust. Once you are happy tap Keep Scan . Add additional scans if required and tap Save when youre done. The scan will be saved in your chosen location as a PDF, and likely named Scanned Document . The name will be highlighted so you can easily change it. 4. How to fill in a PDF on iPhone Foundry Now that you have your PDF scanned onto your iPhone it is easy to fill it in. In fact, your iPhone can even use AutoFill to complete some parts of the PDF. Once scanned the PDF will invite you to AutoFill Form, this iOS 17 feature means that details like your name, address and other information can be automatically filled in (as long as you have previously added it to your Contact Card. See how to autofill passwords, names and addresses . You can then fill in details by tapping on the fields. To add text tap on the pencil icon at the bottom right. When you tap in the signature box the software will recognize that a signature is required and you can easily add a signature if you have one saved, or you can add or remove a signature. You might find it easier to fill in a PDF on a Mac, read: How to edit a PDF on Mac. iOS, iPhone, PDF Editors

Best Buy Takes $100 Off M1 iPad Air, Starting at $499.99

Best Buy this week has steep $100 discounts on every M1 iPad Air model, with prices starting at $499.99 for the 64GB Wi-Fi tablet. These deals follow in the wake of Apple's announcement of an event coming in May, which is expected to include refreshed iPad Air models with M2 chips. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. As is typical when new product generations are set to launch, we're now seeing prices consistently dip on the outgoing generation of iPad Air. In addition to the 64GB Wi-Fi tablet, Best Buy also has the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad Air for $649.99 , as well as both cellular models on sale. $100 OFF M1 iPad Air (64GB Wi-Fi) for $499.99 $100 OFF M1 iPad Air (256GB Wi-Fi) for $649.99 $100 OFF M1 iPad Air (64GB Cellular) for $649.99 $100 OFF M1 iPad Air (256GB Cellular) for $799.99 Best Buy has every color available on sale for every configuration of the fifth generation iPad Air. Across the board, these prices are all solid second-best prices on the iPad Air. If you're a My Best Buy Plus/Total member, you can also save 25 percent on the Logitech Crayon stylus when purchasing an iPad. Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Related Roundup: Apple Deals This article, Best Buy Takes $100 Off M1 iPad Air, Starting at $499.99 first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Learn 14 languages: Get $449 off a lifetime subscription to Babbel

Babbel is an online learning platform that will help you learn up to 14 languages. StackSocial is offering a lifetime subscription to the service at 74% off.

Need Tablet for Regular usage Under 20K!!!

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Something odd is happening with Samsungs two new budget phones

It's hard to tell the Samsung Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 apart, but having now used both, one is pulling ahead of the other in the which is best race.

Rabbit R1 Unboxing: What You Get in the Box for $199 - CNET

The Rabbit R1 is a pocket-size computer that's almost like a phone, but isn't. Here's what you get for the $199 price.

Infinix GT 20 Pro 5G Price, Renders, Specifications Leaked; Tipped to Run on Dimensity 8200 SoC

Infinix GT 20 Pro 5G launch seems close as its pricing details, key specifications, and renders have surfaced online. The upcoming phone will arrive as a successor to Infinix GT 10 Pro and it is expected to go official at the beginning of next month in Malaysia. The Infinix GT 20 Pro 5G is said to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset under the hood.

TikTok Facing Potential US Ban as Congress Passes Bill Requiring Sale

The U.S. Senate voted on Tuesday to pass a bill that will either ban TikTok from app stores operating in the country or force Chinese company ByteDance to sell the short-form video app. The landmark bill has now passed both chambers of Congress, having already been approved by the House of Representatives. President Biden says he will sign the bill into law on Wednesday. Once that happens, TikTok will be banned in the United States if ByteDance does not divest ownership within nine months, with a possible three-month extension to that deadline if a deal is in progress. China would need to approve any sale, but the Chinese government has already made it clear that it will firmly oppose such a move. ByteDance is also expected to launch a legal challenge against the bill by arguing that it will deprive the app's 170 million U.S. users of their First Amendment rights protecting freedom of speech. U.S. lawmakers want TikTok to be sold to a company outside of China over concerns that the Chinese government could force ByteDance to hand over data from users located in the United States. If Beijing made the request, ByteDance would not be able to refuse. There have also been suggestions that Chinese authorities could use TikTok to spread political propaganda. ByteDance has attempted to alleviate these fears by storing data from U.S. users on servers owned by Oracle, but the White House and lawmakers do not believe that is enough. There are a limited number of companies that would be able to afford TikTok, while most tech giants would likely be prevented from acquiring it due to antitrust concerns. Tag: TikTok This article, TikTok Facing Potential US Ban as Congress Passes Bill Requiring Sale first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

Why you need a fake online identity

Macworld The danger of using an unprotected identity Venturing online can be a dangerous business. Bad actors want your personal data, and will go to almost any lengths to get hold of it for their own benefit, and at your cost. If you use an unprotected identity online, and the wrong person gets hold of your email address, for example, the very least you can expect is an avalanche of spam and phishing messages. And it can get a lot worse than that. Lets say youre trying to get a discount code, and the codes site asks you to enter your email address. And then you use the discount code to buy from an ecommerce website, and this too requires the use of an email address. Maybe its a site youve not used before, or one with a sketchy reputation, or a data protection policy thats alarmingly vague. In these scenarios, how confident are you that your email address will be kept securely and used responsibly, rather than being sold on to a data broker who will add it to dozens of marketing subscription lists? Youre probably familiar with the annoying way that buying from a website, even if you carefully tick all the boxes saying please dont send me marketing messages, still seems to generate a ton of spam afterwards. But it could be worse. If your email address ends up in particularly unscrupulous hands, you may start to receive phishing emails. These are sometimes easy to spot, but get this wrong just once and you may find yourself the victim of identity theft, financial harm or a wrecked credit score, the leaking of embarrassing personal information and more. And thats before we get to the frightening dangers presented by online stalkers. Some of these scenarios are predictablesuch as after buying from an obviously dodgy website. But even reputable sites get it wrong some of the time, or may end up losing your data in the event of a breach. And there are many other seemingly innocuous interactions that can spell trouble if your identity isnt protected. Subscribing to an email newsletter can keep you entertained and informed, but who knows what else youll be signed up to? When applying for jobs, entering competitions, dating, or pursuing social activities, are you always certain that the person youre contacting is who they say they are, and can be trusted with your details? Any time you send an email or tell a person or business your contact details, there is a danger that the information will be scraped and put to nefarious purposes. The advantages of multiple identities In many online interactions, particularly those with a contact and business with whom you havent yet built up a relationship of trust, it makes sense to use a secondary identity: one based around a backup email address you dont normally use but which you can access if needed. Many of us have second or third email addresses we habitually use when a business insists we provide one; and then, when the spam starts to arrive, were not bothered by it. Indeed, having a large number of addresses can help identify where the spam is coming from and help you to hold the sources accountable. The problem with this method is that it can be cumbersome and inconvenient. Remembering the username and password for many different accounts is difficult, while re-using the same details, or recording them in an insecure location, is a security red flag. Break into one account and you may find youve been frozen out of them all. So whats the solution? Your options compared There are several routes you can take here. Burner email: A method specifically created to handle this issue. The service generates an entirely new email account for you, which you enter while buying from a website or signing up to a competition, and then vanishes a prescribed time later. Such services generally lack a transparent privacy policy, however, and are limited in scope to email addresses only. If you need a full online identity, or a long-term solution, this isnt for you. Creating a second, throwaway email account: Why not keep things simple and create a second email address for those moments when youre unsure the recipient is trustworthy? This is the impromptu method many of us have used for years to evade the worst attentions of spammers, but its hardly convenient: you need to manage multiple inboxes and passwords, and it can be time-consuming to set them up. Not to mention that the email provider youre signing up with is still likely to be collecting your data, which means youre avoiding one privacy headache by submitting to another. Fake name generator: Such services can help if youre reluctant to provide your real name, but again, they often have questionable privacy policies of their own. If the service is free, it is likely to be supported by data collection or irritating adverts; if not, thats an extra expense to worry about for something very limited. Creating an entire fake identity for yourself: The nuclear option. You can create a fake name, a postal address, and all the other aspects of an identity for yourself, and then use these when interacting with potentially suspect contacts. The problem is that (aside from being time-consuming) this is tremendously difficult: simply passing US address validation, for example, is a challenge, while most sites are wise to this method and will be set up to reject obvious or common default names. And aside from everything else, its surprisingly tricky to come up with convincing local names! How Surfshark Alternative ID can help Okay, so those four methods each have problems and limitations. But theres a fifth option that wed suggest is a better choice for most Macworld readers, and thats Surfsharks Alternative ID. Alternative ID is a feature designed to help protect your privacy and security by generating a brand-new online identity for you, with none of the hassle of the previously discussed approaches. Simply tell Surfshark any key details you wish to apply to the identity, and the company will do all the rest of the work. Youll be presented with an entire online persona, including an email address you can use when signing up to codes websites or shopping online, and your real identity will be protected. Surfshark Surfshark Surfshark Theres none of the cumbersome management involved in juggling multiple email accounts. Emails to the new address will be safely forwarded to your real inbox, enabling you to click verification links or access any information thats worth having, but its easy to divert these into a separate folder if spam starts to predominate. And unlike with burner emails, the identity is good for as long as you need it. This feature is available via the companys browser extension, together with a VPN and ad blocker. Its the best and safest way to keep your data out of the hands of brokers, spammers, and scammers. And right now, theres a fantastic deal: 81% off + two free months. Sign up today. sign up now Security Software and Services

Forget the iPhone 16, Apples best new feature in 2024 will be for older iPhones too

Macworld The iPhone 16 lineup will bring in more money for Apple than anything else this year. As many other parts of the company (namely services) are growing, the overall fortunes of Apple still rise and fall on iPhone sales. You would think that would make the iPhone 16 Apples most important product this year, but no. That distinction belongs to iOS 18 ; or more specifically, the on-device AI features it is expected to bring to our pockets this fall. For better or worse, its all about AI these days. Every tech company has to have a leader in AI story to satisfy investors, even if users are starting to get bored with AI chatbots already. And Apple, though the company has used lots of AI and ML (machine learning) in many of its products for years, has been really slow to release anything that could be considered competitive in the white-hot generative AI space. You know: image/video/music creation, smart chatbots that can write and hold natural conversations, code generation, and so on. While some gen-AI tools out there are little more than a gimmick or fad, others are being used by millions every day. Whether its using AI to turn your selfie into a Monet for your avatar image or removing an unwanted person in the background of your favorite beach photo with a single tapthe tech world is racing toward gen-AI, and Apple needs to deliver. Apples big selling point: On-device privacy We expect Apple to release a suite of gen-AI tools with iOS 18. Rumors say to expect many of the features you would imagine, centered on a smarter, more capable, and more natural Siri that can do more of what ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot can instead of just sometimes setting timers or telling you the weather correctly. Pages, Numbers, and Keynote are expected to get gen-AI features to help you more easily create great documents, Xcode could get code generation features, Safari may get AI-powered page summaries, and we wouldnt be at all surprised to see enhanced photo or even video editing that leverages advanced AI features. The software that runs on the iPhone will be far more important this year. The software that runs on the iPhone will be far more important this year. Jason Snell / Foundry The software that runs on the iPhone will be far more important this year. Jason Snell / Foundry Jason Snell / Foundry But Apples big hook, according to Mark Gurmans tipsters , is that it will use an LLM (Large Language Model, the core intelligence of many types of generative AI) that runs entirely on-device. Some of Apples recent AI company acquisitions like Datakalab and DarwinAI have specialized in creating AI models that run on limited hardware. Recent research papers like LLM in a Flash focus on taking big AI models that notoriously require lots of RAM and compute power and finding new optimization methods to let them run efficiently on devices with less resources (like an iPhone). It all makes sense, of course. Apple is the what happens on iPhone stays on iPhone company. Faced with premium Android phones that arguably take photos just as well or better, and phone hardware that long since passed the point of being fast enough, Apple has to find something that really distinguishes itself from its competitors, and thats privacy and security. The best way to ensure neither Apple nor any third-party can scoop up all your data is to keep everything on your phone in the first place, and end-to-end encrypt everything that leaves it. So thats going to be Apples big play: With iOS 18, your iPhone has AI features just like all those other guys, but with Apple, its private and secure . Privacy is not enough Privacy is a good thing. When it comes to accessing your personal dataeither that which you create deliberately like photos and calendar appointments or those you generate automatically like your location and browsing historyits best to ensure that nothing has to go up into the cloud to be processed by some computer you dont control. The thing is, most people just dont seem to care. Apple has been on a big privacy marketing push for quite a while now and theres no real indication that its making people choose iPhone over other alternatives. In fact, iPhone sales were down almost 10 percent last quarter compared to the year before and they could be in for a steeper drop when earnings are announced next month. Sure, some people really care about privacy, and theyll be sure to tell you all about it on social media. But the market at largemore than a billion smartphone usersseems perfectly happy to let a giant megacorp scoop up, sift through, monetize, bundle up, and sell off literally everything about them as long as they deliver a cool product. Apple doesnt have to have every single AI feature everyone else does (like OpenAIs Sora video generation ), but what it has better be good enough to make people want to buy an iPhone to use it. We expect iOS 18 to be announced and make waves at WWDC in June , but its not going to be released to the billion iPhone users of the world until September. Thats an eternity in AI development time. Apple is competing not with what is out there today but with what Meta, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google will have in users hands by the end of the year. The new Siri, or Photos features, or Music features, or whatever else Apple has up its sleeve, has got to at least be competitive with that stuff, while operating under the difficult restrictions of operating entirely on-device. If not, the iPhone will earn a reputation for being not a phone you want if you like AI and be stuck with it until iOS 19 in September 2025. Great AI in iOS will sell the iPhone 16 Were at the point where the new iPhones every year are just predictably good and a modest improvement over the year before. We expect the same with the iPhone 16 linefaster, some little features like solid-state buttons, and the cameras a little better the entire premium smartphone world is in that same boat. Transformative experiences that make you run out and buy a new device dont come from hardware that is 15 percent better, it comes from amazing software that your four-year-old phone cant run. iOS 18 is rumored to be compatible with the same iPhones as iOS 17, which would include all models going back to the iPhone XR. But just because your iPhone from 2018 can get iOS 18 doesnt mean it will get all of the new features, especially the AI ones. In recent years, Apple has held back numerous features from older phones due to the ability of the hardware to run them properly. Some iOS 18 features might be unavailable on older phones, so they need to be compelling enough to get people to upgrade. Some iOS 18 features might be unavailable on older phones, so they need to be compelling enough to get people to upgrade. Onur Binay/Unsplash Some iOS 18 features might be unavailable on older phones, so they need to be compelling enough to get people to upgrade. Onur Binay/Unsplash Onur Binay/Unsplash Outside of the small enthusiast market, most people dont care to run out and buy the new iPhone just because its got Titanium or a 5x zoom or a little bit faster processor. They buy it because its the new iPhone and their old iPhone is getting old. The ecosystem and strength of the brand are what drive iPhone sales, along with pricing. If Apple wants to sell a lot of new iPhones, it needs to hype up the idea of the iPhone more than the iPhone 16 specifically. And this year, that means making the iPhone operating system something that really gets people talking. Something meme-worthy (in a good way). Apple needs people to post I just said this to Siri and I cant believe what it did stories to their social media feeds. And that means making iOS 18s private, safe, on-device AI impressive enough to make regular people say wow. Wow moments are all about performance, not privacy. Nobody has ever posted to their socials, Wow, I cant believe how private this feature is! Making must-have AI features the defining characteristic of iPhones with iOS 18 will not only please the investor class that is willing to throw unlimited money at all things AI right now, but it will elevate the most famous smartphone brand in the world, and that is how Apple sells more iPhones. Apple Inc, iOS, iPhone

EU Right to Repair Rules Force Companies to Fix Out-of-Warranty Devices

The European Commission has waved through new 'right to repair' legislation that aims to make it easier for consumers to get their broken devices fixed, even if products are out of warranty. The EU already requires companies to offer a two-year minimum warranty on common household appliances and electronics, such as smartphones, TVs, washing machines, and vacuum cleaners, but the new rules impose additional requirements. According to the legislation, if a consumer chooses to have their device repaired under warranty, the warranty must be extended by a year. Consumers may also borrow a device while theirs is being repaired, and if it cannot be fixed, they have the right to opt for a refurbished unit as an alternative. When a product's warranty expires, companies are still required to repair devices at a easonable price, so as not to intentionally discourage consumers from repairing them. Manufacturers will also be prohibited from using hardware or software related barriers to repair, including preventing the use of second-hand, compatible, and 3D-printed spare parts by independent repairers as long as they conform to EU laws. Additionally, manufacturers will be unable to refuse to repair a product solely for economic reasons or because it was previously repaired by someone else. Companies will be required to publish information about their repair services, including indicative prices of the most common repairs. Consumers' right to repair products will now become a reality, said European Parliament rapporteur Ren Repasi . It will be easier and cheaper to repair instead of purchase new, expensive items. This is a significant achievement for Parliament and its commitment to empower consumers in the fight against climate change. The new legislation extends legal guarantees by 12 months when opting for repair, gives better access to spare parts and ensures easier, cheaper and faster repair. The legislation will come into effect after formal approval by the Council, with the directive set to activate 20 days after its publication. Europe's Right to Repair group welcomed the legislation, calling it a step in the right direction, but said he scope of products covered remains very narrow, and would introduce loopholes. The coalition noted that the rules only cover consumer products, and not anything purchased by businesses or industrial goods. It also criticized the lack of guidance on what constituted a easonable price for spare parts. Apple is likely to be impacted by the legislation, especially with regard to its controversial parts pairing requirement that prevents third-party replacements of certain device components. Currently, if an iPhone part is replaced with a like-for-like replacement by an unofficial third party, it may not be recognised by the iPhone's system software. The wording of the new EU rules suggests this will no longer be allowed. Meanwhile in the U.S., more than two-dozen states are working on individual right-to-repair legislation. California's Right to Repair Act will become law this July, requiring manufacturers to make repair materials available for all electronics and appliances that cost $50 or more. Tags: European Union , European Commission , Right to Repair This article, EU Right to Repair Rules Force Companies to Fix Out-of-Warranty Devices first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums

You Should Update Your iPhone to iOS 17.4.1 Before iOS 17.5 Is Released - CNET

Without this update, malicious actors could take advantage of some zero-day vulnerabilities on your iPhone.