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• New 'HomePod' With 7-Inch Display, A18 Chip, and More Reportedly Launching Next Year

  21-12-2024 23:03 via macrumors.com
  
  Apple plans to release a new "HomePod" with a 7-inch LCD display, an A18 chip, and Apple Intelligence support in 2025, according to DigiTimes.Google's Nest Hub
  It is unclear how much the screen-equipped HomePod would cost, but Apple is seemingly aiming for a reasonable price. In a paywalled report this week, the supply chain publication said Apple has selected China-based manufacturer Tianma to supply the LCD panels for the device, at an "exceptionally competitive" price of $10 per panel. The lo
  
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• Indie App Spotlight: ‘one sec’ helps you reduce screen time on your iPhone

  21-12-2024 21:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.one sec aims to help people reduce mindless scrolling on social media, requiring users to make a conscious decision on whether or not they want to actually open that app every time. It’s very configurable, so you can customize one sec to meet your needs.more…
  
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• iPhone 16: These 6 safety features deliver priceless peace of mind

  21-12-2024 21:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Brought to you by Uniq: The Lyden Collection features iPhone cases, AirPods cases, and magnetic cardholders, all crafted from premium vegan leatherette. Designed with both style and sustainability in mind, this collection adds a sophisticated touch while embodying our dedication to eco-conscious living. Check out the collection.
  Flashier features like camera upgrades, faster performance, and bigger screens usually take the spotlight when it comes to iPhone. However, Apple’s smartphone
  
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• Today's the Last Day to Order From Apple for December 24th Delivery in the U.S.

  21-12-2024 18:00 via macrumors.com
  
  If you haven't wrapped up your holiday shopping, Apple is still offering free two-day delivery for many products from its online store. Orders placed for in-stock items before 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time tonight will deliver by December 24. Orders placed after that time may not make it.
  iPhone 16 models, new Macs, iPads, HomePods, AirTags, the Apple TV 4K, Apple Watches, AirPods, and many accessories from both Apple and third-party companies are eligible for free two-day delivery in the United States
  
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• Best Apple Deals of the Week: Record Low Prices Return for AirTag, iPad, and MacBook Air

  21-12-2024 17:25 via macrumors.com
  
  It's the last-minute rush before Christmas, and that means it's getting very difficult to find great deals that also have guaranteed delivery by the 25th. With that in mind, some of the week's best deals that we're recapping below might not arrive in time for the holiday, but you can still find multiple record low prices on products like the 10th generation iPad and AirTag.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receiv
  
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• RCS messaging on iPhone has expanded, here are all of the supported US carriers

  21-12-2024 17:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  With iOS 18, Apple introduced support for RCS messaging, a new protocol that enhances the texting experience between iPhone and Android users. Unlike SMS, you can see read/delivered receipts, send larger files, and have typing indicators, features that were previously missing. At first, only the big three carriers supported RCS messaging. Since then, a lot more have joined in on the fun.more…
  
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• These 3 key iOS features are still missing from the Mac

  21-12-2024 15:30 via 9to5mac.com
  
  In recent years, iOS and macOS have been closer than ever to having feature parity. Nowadays, macOS releases mostly bring features first introduced on the iPhone and iPad, occasionally adding a new twist. However, despite this feature parity, there are some gaps, mostly to do with customization.more…
  
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• Top Stories: iPhone 17 Designs, Foldable iPad or MacBook, and More

  21-12-2024 15:00 via macrumors.com
  
  2024 is rapidly drawing to a close, but the Apple news and rumor mill remains busy. On the software side, users are still exploring the new features in iOS 18.2 such as expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities, while Apple is moving ahead with beta testing of iOS 18.3 and related updates.
  On the hardware side, we're hearing lots of rumors about what's coming in 2025 and beyond, including a new design for the iPhone 17 Pro, an all-new "iPhone 17 Air," a second-generation AirTag, a redesigned Magi
  
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• Starlink connectivity on iPhone is almost here, beta registration now open

  21-12-2024 14:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Earlier this week, T-Mobile announced that you can now register to beta test Starlink connectivity on your mobile phone, with actual testing expected to begin early next year – roughly two years after the initial announcement.more…
  
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• Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown review

  21-12-2024 12:49 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsStylish, colourful graphicsCombat feels fast and fluidMultiple difficulty levels availableConsOnly available on the Mac App StoreNo DLC packs currently availableWorks best with a controllerOur VerdictThe precise timing needed for the game’s combat and movement can be frustrating if you’re not used to arcade games, but it’s good to see Prince Of Persia back on the Mac, and this latest chapter is one of the best arcade games currently availab
  
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• Report: Every iPhone model will be able to update to iOS 19, but some iPads left behind

  21-12-2024 12:06 via 9to5mac.com
  
  Thanks to a usually-reliable tip off from iPhoneSoft, we may already know device compatibility for Apple’s next major operating system updates coming next year.The report says that every iPhone model that currently supports iOS 18 will also support iOS 19, although like every year, some features may be limited to newer phones. Nevertheless, that means another year of support for iPhones as old as the iPhone XS and XR, first released in 2018.more…
  
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• Apple @ Work: SAP releases Privileges 2 to simplify admin access on macOS

  21-12-2024 12:00 via 9to5mac.com
  
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• Here’s how you can ditch iCloud Drive for good—with FolderFort

  21-12-2024 09:00 via macworld.com
  
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  You might think iCloud is the easiest cloud storage solution to rid your iPhone or MacBook of low-storage notifications for good. But think about how much you’ve spent on iCloud to date. Is it a couple hundred? Yikes.Instead of paying a recurring fee for the rest of your life, hop on this deal that gives you 1TB of lifetime cloud storage for only $59.97 (reg. $251) for one more day. This is the lowest the price has ever been, so grab it while you can!You’ll be able to s
  
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• Instagram to replace AR filters with controversial AI-generated videos

  21-12-2024 00:51 via 9to5mac.com
  
  As we reported in August, Meta has confirmed that it will discontinue Spark, Instagram’s AR filters, in January 2025. At the time, the company didn’t give many details except to say that it would prioritize its efforts on other products. Now we know what’s coming next: realistic AI-based filters.more…
  
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