Five Features Rumored for the AirPods Pro 3

15/12/2023 15:07
Apple is working on an updated version of the AirPods Pro, and the new earbuds are expected to see a launch sometime around 2025. There are several exciting new features that are rumored for the ‌AirPods Pro‌ 3, which weve rounded up here.


Refreshed Design


According to Bloombergs Mark Gurman, the ‌AirPods Pro‌ 3 will get a design overhaul. Exactly what will be changing remains a mystery, but Apple is expected to update bo

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Apple Fixes Bug Allowing Flipper Zero to Lock Up iPhones

15/12/2023 14:31
With the launch of iOS 17.2, Apple has fixed an exploit that allowed the Flipper Zero electronic multi-tool to lock up iPhones, reports ZDNET.

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The Flipper Zero is a device that can interact with other electronics. It can emulate, read, and copy RFID and NFC tags, digital access keys, remotes, and more. Its capabilities allow it to unlock c

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Apple Warns Against Non-Certified Apple Watch Chargers

15/12/2023 12:58
Apple today published a support document that warns customers against using non-certified Apple Watch chargers, which could cause slow charging, repeated chimes, and reduced battery span.


According to Apple, customers should only use chargers made by Apple or chargers that have Made for iPhone (MFi) certification with the Made for Apple Watch badge.

Apple provides images of genuine Apple Watch chargers and explains the text and regulatory markings that may be on the cable. Chargers that are not made by A

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Heres How Apple Plans to Display Vision Pro in Retail Stores

15/12/2023 12:34
As early 2024 approaches, so does the launch date of Apples first headworn wearable, the Apple Vision Pro. Apple has promised that the headset will come out in the early months of the year, with current rumors suggesting we could see it before March.


With a release fast approaching, Apple is preparing to offer the Vision Pro in its retail stores in the United States, and a filing from an intellectual property database discovered by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris gives us some insight into how Apple will display the Vision Pro.

Based

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Apple Settles Family Sharing Subscription Lawsuit

15/12/2023 10:05
Apple has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit over Family Sharing, and will pay out $25 million to put an end to the case. First filed in 2019, the lawsuit accused Apple of misrepresenting the way that subscriptions to third-party apps worked with the Family Sharing feature.


While Family Sharing allows participants to share subscriptions with one another, app developers can opt out of allowing a single subscription to be shared among multiple people. Not all subscriptions can be shared because of the opt out policy, which is what led to the lawsuit.

Thou

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iPhone 17 Pro Max Rumored to Feature 48MP Telephoto Lens

15/12/2023 09:35
The iPhone 17 Pro Max will likely feature a 48-megapixel Telephoto lens, according to Jeff Pu, an analyst who covers companies within Apples supply chain.


In a research note this week with Hong Kong-based investment firm Haitong International Securities, focused on Apple supplier Largan Precision, Pu said the iPhone 17 Pro Maxs upgraded 48-megapixel Telephoto lens will be optimized for use with Apples upcoming Vision Pro headset, set to be released in the U.S. in early 2024. Pu did not provide any additional details about the lens, or how it will interface with the Vision Pro.

iPhone 15 Pro models have 48-me

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Review: Twelve Souths ButterFly is a Great Travel Charger

15/12/2023 09:32
Earlier this month, Twelve South launched the ButterFly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger, and it may be the best multi-device travel charger thats come out to date. The ButterFly name comes from the shape, as it has two magnetic sides connected by a small strap in the middle.


When folded up, the ButterFly is just two inches around and fits in a palm or a pocket, making it easy to transport. Unfolded, theres a 15W
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The MacRumors Show: Should Apple Allow iMessage for Android?

15/12/2023 09:07
On this weeks episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the recent controversy around Android apps that seek to enable iMessage functionality.


Several companies have been vying to offer solutions for Android users who wish to send and receive iMessages for some time. Most recently, Beeper Mini offered a way to do so

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Best Apple Deals of the Week: Sitewide Accessory Sales and Big Discounts on AirPods, Apple Watch, and MacBook Air

15/12/2023 08:42
Were entering the home stretch of the holiday shopping season, and there are still great discounts to be found across Apples product lineup. This week, that includes the AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C, Apple Watch Series 9, and M2 MacBook Air. Additionally, youll find great sales at places like Sonos and Samsung, and exclusive sitewide discounts for our readers at ZAGG, Hyper, Twelve South, and Satechi.

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.

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iPhone 17 Pro to Feature Apple-Designed Wi-Fi 7 Chip, Analyst Predicts

15/12/2023 08:07
iPhone 17 Pro models in 2025 will be equipped with an Apple-designed Wi-Fi 7 chip, according to Jeff Pu, an analyst who covers companies within Apples supply chain.


In a research note this week with Hong Kong-based investment firm Haitong International Securities, Pu said the chip could be a long-term threat to Broadcom, which currently supplies Apple with a combined Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip for iPhones.

Pu believes Apple will expand its in-house Wi-Fi chip to the entire iPhone 18 series in 2026. He did not share any additional details about the chip.

In January, Bloombergs Mark

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Apple Watch Ultra With 10% Larger Display and MicroLED Expected to Launch in 2026

15/12/2023 05:22
The Apple Watch Ultra will gain a 10% percent larger display upon switching from OLED to microLED in 2026, according to Taiwanese research firm TrendForce.


The current Apple Watch Ultra has a display size of 1.93-inches, whereas the upcoming microLED model is apparently due to feature a 2.12-inch screen. The microLED panel is estimated to cost two to three times more than the equivalent OLED display used in the current model, at a price of around $120. It is due

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Apple and Corellium Reach Settlement in iOS Replication Lawsuit

15/12/2023 04:16
Apple has reached a settlement in its multi-year copyright lawsuit against Corellium, a company known for creating virtual versions of iOS for security research purposes, Forbes reports.


The lawsuit, initiated by Apple in 2019, accused Corellium of infringing upon its copyrights by replicating iOS. Corelliums technology allowed security researchers and developers to run virtual iPhones, enabling them to probe

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Report: Apple Focusing on OLED Rather Than Foldable iPad

15/12/2023 03:20
Apple is focusing on bringing OLED displays to its iPad and MacBook lineups rather than implementing foldable technology, Nikkei Asia reports.



Apple is widely expected to bring OLED displays to the iPad Pro for the first time next year ahead of a wider expansion across the MacBook lineup. Nikkei today corroborated this information with information from sources said t

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watchOS 10.2: How to Change Watch Faces With a Swipe

15/12/2023 01:00
In watchOS 10.2, you can enable a swipe gesture to switch between Apple Watch faces more easily, just like you used to be able to in watchOS 9. Keep reading to learn how its done.


If you are a long-time Apple Watch user, you probably remember a time when it was possible to switch watch faces with a simple swipe gesture across the display. That was the default interaction in watchOS 9, but then Apple removed the gesture with the upgrade to watchOS 10.

Apple changed the interaction because of user complaints that it was too easy to accidentally cha

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iOS 17.3 Beta: All the New Features So Far

14/12/2023 15:20
Apple started testing the iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 betas in December, and while we are not expecting these updates to be as feature rich as iOS and iPadOS 17.2, there are some notable features that have been found so far.


This guide aggregates everything that is coming in the iOS 17.3 update, and well update it throughout the beta testing period.

Stolen Device Protection


Earlier this year, there were news reports about a slate of iPhone thefts where the thief spied on a victim to learn the device passcode before stealin

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Beeper Mini on Continued Outages: Its Super Annoying That Apple is Penalizing Their Own Customers

14/12/2023 13:21
iMessage for Android app Beeper Mini is once again having connectivity issues, which it has attributed to Apple. Last night, Beeper Mini stopped working for some people, and the company confirmed that Apple was deliberately blocking iMessages from being delivered to approximately five percent of Beeper Mini users.


At the time, Beeper Mini said that uninstalling and reinstalling Beeper Mini could serve as a workaround while a fix was developed. As of now, issues with the Beeper Cloud service have been resolved, but some Beeper Mini users are still having connecti

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Review: Auras 15 Walden Smart Photo Frame Makes a Touching Gift

14/12/2023 13:00
Aura, a company known for its range of smart photo frames, this fall introduced the Walden, its largest photo frame to date. Measuring in at 15 inches, the Walden has a huge display that makes digital photos a focal point in the home.


Weve previously reviewed (and liked) the 9-inch Aura Mason frame, but the new Walden model is 66 percent larger and it is also Auras first frame that can be mounted on the wall, so we thought wed revisit the smart frame

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Journalists Detail Seeing Their Own Spatial Videos on Apple Vision Pro

14/12/2023 12:05
With the launch of iOS 17.2, Apple added a camera feature that allows iPhone 15 Pro and ‌iPhone 15 Pro‌ Max models to record 3D spatial video that will be viewable on the Apple Vision Pro when it becomes available for purchase.


To demonstrate the feature, Apple this week invited several members of the media to record spatial video with their iPhones and then view it on an ‌Apple Vision Pro‌ headset. Those

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Review: The Philips Hue Line Now Has Security Cameras, But Theres No HomeKit Support

14/12/2023 11:53
The Philips Hue line has long been focused on lighting products, but this year, Hue parent company Signify expanded the lineup with a set of Philips Hue Secure cameras and sensors designed for home security.


I was able to test out the $200 Hue Secure Wired Camera to see how it measures up to some of the other smart camera options on the market. Hues cameras can be used indoors or out, and the Hue Secure has 1080p video recording with night vision and motion trigger alerts, which at this point Id expect from any security camera.


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Apple Releases iTunes for Windows 12.13.1 With Security Fixes

14/12/2023 10:45
Apple today released an iTunes 12.13.1 update for Windows users, with the software introducing security improvements.


According to Apples release notes, there are no notable new features, but the new version of iTunes should be installed as soon as possible because of the security improvements

iTunes for Windows is typically updated every few months, and this update follows an October release that saw Apple add options for listening to podcasts and audiobooks.

iTunes has been phased out on the Mac for several years now and it has been replaced with Finder and the TV app, but Apple has continued to k

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Apple Seeds First Public Beta of iOS 17.3 With Stolen Device Protection

14/12/2023 10:10
Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 updates to public beta testers, allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its release. The public iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 betas come two days after Apple released the betas for 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 Apples beta testing website is requ

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