07-20-19 -

Apple @ Work: Top 3 mistakes Apple IT managers make [Video Webinar]
Apple @ Work is brought to you by Jamf, the standard in Apple management. Learn more at Jamf.com/9to5mac. Many of you know me from my writing here at 9to5Mac. I post a few articles each week that are mainly opinion, but in my day job, I run IT f...

07-20-19 -

TikTok ramps up Instagram competition as it tests copycat Discover page, more
Viral video sharing and creation app TikTok is setting its sights on Instagram with a new round of interface changes and more. As detailed by TechCrunch, TikTok is testing a “Discover” tab, a redesigned “For You&...

07-20-19 -

Annual Voice Tech Report predicts Apple will launch a SiriOS in 2020
Mangrove Capital Partners is out this week with its Voice Tech Report for 2019. This annual report covers the growing adoption of voice assistants, and makes an interesting prediction for Siri in 2020. more… The post Annual ‘...

07-20-19 -

Twitter says its adding more context to this tweet is unavailable messages
Twitter has announced that it will soon roll out a change that adds more context to missing tweets in conversations. Currently, you might see a notice saying “this tweet is unavailable,” but without any further explanation as ...

07-19-19 -

Apollo Reddit developer donating all proceeds from Saturdays sales to SPCA an...
Following up on a successful donation campaign last year, the developer behind the highly popular iOS Reddit app Apollo is again giving 100% of proceeds to the SPCA animal shelter tomorrow, July 20. The campaign comes during an important busy sea...

07-19-19 -

Have multiple Apple Health data sources? Heres how to get the best results
Apple’s Health app is a great place to see a summary of your activity and other health data. But if you have multiple devices that are acting as sources for the same data, you may the best results by choosing which devices are prioritiz...

07-19-19 -

Introducing Apple @ Work, a new 9to5Mac series covering Apple in the enterprise
Since March of 2018, I’ve written a weekly column called Making the Grade covering Apple in K-12 education. A lot of the content I’ve wanted to cover has leaned a little into the enterprise (corporate world), so I’ve...

07-19-19 -

San Mateo Apple Store planning expansion to Hillsdale Shopping Center North B...
Apple is preparing to relocate its retail store in San Mateo, California to a substantially larger outdoor space. The move is one of many changes coming to Hillsdale Shopping Center, which is in the midst of a significant redevelopment project. A...

07-19-19 -

Apple Card could launch in Canada next year as US awaits debut
We learned earlier this week that Apple Card trademarks have been applied for in Europe and Hong Kong. Now a report from The Star highlights Apple has done the same in Canada which could point to a 2020 spring or summer Apple Card launch in the ...

07-19-19 -

Using Peloton bikes and treadmills with Apple Watch, Music, and Health
I’ve been exploring the world of Peloton since the exercise bike showed up in my home office last week. While Peloton does not work with GymKit, there are two Apple features that work with the workout system. Peloton bikes and treadmill...

07-19-19 -

9to5Mac Daily: July 19, 2019 iCloud surveillance tool, 2020 iPhone processors
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by D...

07-19-19 -

Apple Music reinvigorates hip-hop efforts with Rap Life playlist and Beats 1 ...
Apple Music has rebranded its A List: Hip-Hop playlist to Rap Life while adding a weekly show with the same name to Beats 1 Radio. The changes have been led by Apple’s global editorial head of hip-hop and R&B, Ebro Darden. more...

07-19-19 -

Friday deals: Apple Watch Sport Bands $5, iTunes movie sale, and Emerson Home...
Apple Watch Sport Bands in various styles are just $5, plus a new weekend Apple movie sale and the Siri-enabled Emerson Sensi smart thermostat is on sale. more… The post Friday deals: Apple Watch Sport Bands $5, iTunes movie sale, and ...

07-19-19 -

Apple Watch prompts potentially life-saving heart surgery for 48-year-old dad
Apple Watch’s ECG functionality has saved a lot of lives, but the latest example shows how the low and high resting heart rate alerts are also uncovering unknown heart issues. After seeing multiple low resting heart rate warnings, a 48-...

07-19-19 -

Quick Look: Elago W6, the cute Apple Watch stand that thinks its an iPod
If you ever feel nostalgic for the classic iPod, you might enjoy the Elago W6, the Apple Watch stand that thinks it’s an iPod. It’s not the first time Elago has done something like this. Back in 2017, it created the W3, based ...

07-19-19 -

9to5Mac Happy Hour 234: MacBook speeds, Apple TV+ details, and iPhone 11 dummies
This week Benjamin and Zac talk more about the updated MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, news around Apple TV+ and the upcoming streaming video service, new emoji coming in iOS 13, the latest iPhone 11 rumors, changes in iOS 13 beta 4, and much more. ...

07-19-19 -

More support emerges for idea that 2020 iPhones will use 5nm chips
There has been a steady stream of reports suggesting that the 2020 iPhones will use 5nm chips, and a statement by A-series chipmaker TSMC provides further support for the idea. Apple made much of the fact that the A12 chip used in all three 2018 ...

07-19-19 -

Report: Israeli surveillance tool can silently collect all iCloud data for a ...
Apple is facing a new security threat thanks to developments in the spyware/surveillance tool sold by the Israeli firm NSO Group. Via the Financial Times, the Pegasus phone software now not only harvests data from the user’s onboard sto...

07-18-19 -

Apple moving into new futuristic tower office building in Vancouver [Gallery]
According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to open new offices in a quickly growing Vancouver development. Apple will join the likes of Deloitte and IWG plc’s Spaces in the office space. more… The post Apple ...

07-18-19 -

ElevationLab unveils robust FamilyCharger, powers five devices incl. Lightnin...
ElevationLab has released a unique solution for families looking to charge multiple iPhones, iPads, and other devices at once. FamilyCharger offers power for Lightning, USB-C, and microUSB devices in one hearty nine-foot cable with 65W of power. ...

07-18-19 -

Zagg launches Rugged Book for iPad mini 5 with detachable backlit keyboard, m...
Zagg is out today with a durable keyboard case for the iPad mini 5. The Rugged Book features four layers of protection including steel and rubber for military-grade rating, a detachable seven-color backlit keyboard, and more. more… Th...

07-18-19 -

Spend Stack for iOS lets you easily track any running totals with smart lists
Indie developer Jordan Morgan has today released a nifty new app called Spend Stack, which aims to make it easier to track running totals while shopping. The app syncs across devices and makes it easy to share lists and more. more… The...

07-18-19 -

9to5Mac Daily: July 18, 2019 Netflix vs Apple TV+ and more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by D...

07-18-19 -

Instagram will now warn you before deleting your account
Instagram has made some changes to how it handles deleting accounts for things like hate speech, bullying, nudity, and other inappropriate content. Along with the policy update, users who are close to having their accounts removed will now get a ...

07-18-19 -

Apple releasing third public beta of iOS 13 to users today
Apple today will release the third public beta of iOS 13 to users today. This update comes following the release of the fourth developer beta yesterday. more… The post Apple releasing third public beta of iOS 13 to users today appeared...

07-18-19 -

Apple Store selling exclusive Satechi USB-C Multiport Pro Adapter, new Native...
Apple is now selling an exclusive USB-C hub from Satechi, the Multiport Pro Adapter. The new device features a USB-C port for power, USB-A, SD and microSD card readers, and an HDMI port in a slim package. Native Union also has a range of new Appl...

07-18-19 -

Discounted iTunes gift cards and up to $700 off MacBook Pro highlight todays ...
Discounted iTunes gift cards highlight today’s best deals along with up to $700 off MacBooks and RAVPower’s latest wall charger. Hit the jump for more in this round of the 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post Discou...

07-18-19 -

Hotspot device lets iPhone owners experience 5G right now
Verizon has launched its first 5G hotspot device today, giving users in select US cities the ability to take advantage of the next-generation cellular network. This also means Verizon customers will be able to try out 5G with an iPhone before App...

07-18-19 -

Bluetooth flaw allows iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watch, and more to be tracked
A Bluetooth flaw has been discovered that would allow a bad actor to track a wide range of devices — including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches. Other vulnerable devices are laptops and tablets running Windows 10, and Fitbit wearables. A...

07-18-19 -

Apple execs visit Samsung in Korea to discuss fears of iPhone chip shortages
Apple has reportedly sent executives to Korea to meet with Samsung over fears of iPhone chip shortages — with concerns about both DRAM and NAND production. The manufacture of iPhone displays could also be affected. The problem arises from a dis...

07-18-19 -

Sky: Children of the Light now out for iPhone, iPad Apple TV and Mac later
Journey and Flower developer Thatgamecompany has announced that Sky: Children of the Light is finally available on iPhone and iPad. It’s been quite a wait: the game was originally featured in the iPhone X keynote way back in 2017 &#...

07-18-19 -

Democrats warn presidential candidates, call for FBI to investigate FaceApp
Senator Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has officially called on the FBI and FTC to investigate FaceApp, citing national security concerns. The controversy over FaceApp, which allows users to choose a photo and then have the app make them look youn...

07-18-19 -

watchOS 6: What are noise alerts on Apple Watch?
Have you started seeing noise alerts on your Apple Watch? Read on for what these alerts mean and how to customize or turn them off in watchOS 6. more… The post watchOS 6: What are noise alerts on Apple Watch? appeared first on 9to5Mac.

07-18-19 -

iPhone loyalty falls to all-time low, new report suggests
A new survey today claims that iPhone loyalty has fallen to an all-time low. The survey, conducted by BankMyCell, says that iPhone retention is down 15 percent over the last year. more… The post iPhone loyalty falls to all-time low, ne...

07-17-19 -

Instagram expands change that removes like counts, Twitter starts testing Hid...
Earlier this year, Instagram announced that it was testing a design shift that would hide the number of likes on posts. Now, the company is expanding that design change to additional countries. more… The post Instagram expands change t...

07-17-19 -

Netflix reports drop in US subscribers as competition from Apple and Disney l...
Netflix today reported its second quarter earnings for 2019, and has subsequently dropped over 10 percent in after-hours trading. Netflix reported global net new subscribers of 2.7 million, far below its guidance of 5 million. This comes as Netfl...

07-17-19 -

9to5Mac Daily: July 17, 2019 Apple supply chain secrecy, iOS 13 beta 4
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by D...

07-17-19 -

Roundup: World Emoji Day Awards, illustrated history of emojis, Fords pickup ...
It’s World Emoji Day and lots of individuals and companies alike are celebrating. Follow along for a look the results of the World Emoji Day Awards, an illustrated history of emojis, how Ford got the pickup truck emoji to be accepted by...

07-17-19 -

9to5Mac Watch Time podcast episode 2: An unlikely marathon
9to5Mac Watch Time is a brand new seasonal podcast series hosted by Zac Hall. Over the next three months, we’ll talk to real people about how the Apple Watch is affecting their lives. In the second episode of our new Watch Time podcast,...

07-17-19 -

Eufy Video Doorbell Review: HD Video and advanced motion detection features [...
In its ever-expanding line of home security offerings, Eufy now carries a Video Doorbell which offers alerts, a live feed to the app and the ability to talk to those at your door. 2k 2560 x 1920 resolution tops the feature set on the Doorbell. Pr...

07-17-19 -

Apple @ Work: Top 3 mistakes Apple IT managers make [Video Webinar]
Apple @ Work is brought to you by Jamf, the standard in Apple management. Learn more at Jamf.com/9to5mac. Many of you know me from my writing here at 9to5Mac. I post a few articles each week that are mainly opinion, but in my day job, I run IT f...

07-17-19 -

Snoopy in Space trailer teases upcoming Peanuts show for Apple TV+
Apple TV+ is arriving this fall with a host of original content. Among the new programs will be Snoopy in Space and we’ve got our first look at the upcoming show with a new trailer today. more… The post ‘Snoopy in ...

07-17-19 -

Report: Apple reduces number of factory secrecy staff, cracking down on CAD s...
An article from the Information today covers a breakdown of the lengths that factory workers have gone to to get parts of unreleased iPhones out into the black market, and Apple’s countermeasures to tackle it and maintain high levels of...

07-17-19 -

A comprehensive guide to the modern furnishings of Apple Store Boardrooms
The iconic wood tables that fill every Apple Store have long been globally admired as symbols of tasteful interior design. Fewer people are aware that recent top Apple Stores contain a hidden space called the Boardroom. Each Boardroom is decorate...

07-17-19 -

Belkin expands Boost Up lineup with iPhone wireless chargers for home and the...
Belkin has launched three new Qi wireless chargers today, all optimized for iPhone 8 and later. The new options in the Boost Up Charge lineup include a wireless stand, pad, and vent mount for cars. more… The post Belkin expands Boost U...

07-17-19 -

Apple renews its Carpool Karaoke spin-off for a third season
Apple has renewed its Carpool Karaoke original series for a third season, according to a report from Variety. Apple’s Carpool Karaoke series is available to Apple Music subscribers and is a separate initiative from Apple TV+. more&...

07-17-19 -

Whats new in iOS 13 developer beta 4?
Apple today has released the fourth developer betas of iOS 13, iPadOS 13, tvOS 13, and watchOS 6 to developers. Read on as we recap all of the changes in today’s updates. more… The post What’s new in iOS 13 develope...

07-17-19 -

Spotify iOS app for iPad now features support for Split View and Slide Over
Even though Apple released its iPad multitasking features years ago, many third-party apps have been slow to adopt them. But better late than never. The latest version of Spotify for iOS now brings iPad support for Split View and Slide Over. mor...

07-17-19 -

Apple releases iOS 13 developer beta 4
Software update day is here again! Apple has released the fourth developer beta version of iOS 13 and iPadOS 13 (likely alongside new seeds of watchOS 6, tvOS 13) today. Apple’s public beta builds should follow at a later date after the...

07-17-19 -

Plex adds HDR support for Apple TV, Face ID and Touch ID support on iOS
Plex has announced a pair of notable updates for its apps on iOS and Apple TV today. Today’s updates make further improvements to Plex’s enhanced video player on Apple TV, and add support for Touch ID and Face ID on iOS. more...