05-23-19 -

Apple stops signing iOS 12.2 after public release of iOS 12.3
Apple has today stopped signing iOS 12.2 following last week’s release of iOS 12.3 to the public. That means users are no longer able downgrade to the previous 12.2 release from devices that are already running iOS 12.3. more&#8230...

05-23-19 -

Apples new MacBook Pros are up to $400 off with our exclusive promo codes
On Tuesday Apple announced a refresh of its MacBook Pro lineup featuring faster 8th- and 9th-generation Intel Core processors and a new keyboard design. We’ve partnered with Expercom, an authorized Apple retailer, to offer our readers ...

05-23-19 -

First 8-core MacBook Pro performance gains spotted in Geekbench results
The first Geekbench results have landed today for the new 8-core MacBook Pro. Both the single-core and multi-core scores show improvements for the new notebook over the last generation MacBook Pro, with the multi-core result coming close to Apple...

05-23-19 -

Instagram drops vertical-only IGTV video requirement based on creator feedback
A TikTok-like algorithm and a streamlined interface aren’t the only changes coming to IGTV. Instagram announced today that its long-form video feature is forgoing its vertical-only format restriction. more… The post Instagram...

05-23-19 -

Plex update brings improved iOS controls and Apple TV audio features, more
Plex is out today with an update to several platforms including iOS, Apple TV, and the web. iOS now has improved controls like a new volume UI, while Plex users on Apple TV gain features like gapless playback, soft pauses, enhancements to Hi-Qual...

05-23-19 -

Spansives Source wirelessly charges four smartphones at a time, even through ...
Spansive, a newcomer to the wireless charging market is out today with a unique product aimed at families and households with multiple smartphones. The new Source Qi wireless charger can power up to six devices at once, four wirelessly, and two v...

05-23-19 -

New iPad Air hits all-time low, HomePod is $194, and MacBook Pro deals today ...
The new iPad Air hits an all-time low price, refurb HomePod is yours at $194, and Apple’s mid-2018 MacBook Pro is on sale. Hit the jump for the rest of today’s best deals in this edition of 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more&#823...

05-23-19 -

After two years, Today at Apple is outgrowing Apple Stores
It’s impossible to talk about Apple retail in 2019 without mentioning Today at Apple. The program of creative sessions has become a primary force driving the philosophy, architecture, and organization of all Apple Stores since it was rolled out...

05-23-19 -

9to5Mac Happy Hour 226: 8-core MacBook Pros, butterfly keyboard changes, new ...
This week Benjamin and Zac discuss LG’s new 23.7-inch 4K UltraFine display in Apple Stores, the surprise MacBook Pro updates and changes to the keyboard repair program, an update on Apple News+, and much more. 9to5Mac Happy Hour is avai...

05-23-19 -

Total War: Three Kingdoms for Mac out today, with early purchase reward
Feral Interactive has announced that the historical strategy game Total War: Three Kingdoms is out today for Mac, Windows, and Linux … more… The post Total War: Three Kingdoms for Mac out today, with early purchase reward app...

05-23-19 -

71% of students prefer Mac at work Jamf survey
Jamf, the popular mobile device management solution for Apple, commissioned a survey through research firm Vanson Bourne on the device preferences of college students. The survey found that two-thirds of students were more likely to choose or sta...

05-23-19 -

As trade war bites, some Pegatron Apple production moving out of China in June
As the trade war between the US and China worsens, some Pegatron Apple production is being moved out of China as early as next month, according to a supply-chain report today. The Financial Times first reported back in January that Pegatron was ...

05-23-19 -

Student who made 3,000 fraudulent iPhone warranty claims pleads guilty
An engineering student who made 3,000 fraudulent iPhone warranty claims has entered a guilty plea in a US federal court. Quan Jiang sent Apple non-functioning counterfeit iPhones and received genuine ones in return … more… Th...

05-23-19 -

Worst-case scenario for AAPL in China is 29% profit drop, warns Goldman Sachs
The worst-case scenario for AAPL in China could be a 29% drop in the company’s total global profits, warns Goldman Sachs. The bank says the escalating trade war between China and the US, worsened by the Trump administration’s ...

05-23-19 -

2019 iPhone 11 models show up in Eurasian database
Like clockwork the past few years, Apple devices have been showing up in the Eurasian Economic Commission regulatory database ahead of their official announcement and release. The 2019 iPhones have just appeared in this database with model number...

05-23-19 -

How to tell which apps are draining your iPhone battery
Do you find your iPhone battery running out of power quickly? Read on for how to tell which apps are draining your iPhone battery the most. more… The post How to tell which apps are draining your iPhone battery appeared first on 9to5Mac.

05-22-19 -

Panic reveals Playdate handheld game system w/ a unique design, launching in ...
Panic, the company behind a handful of popular developer applications and the hit indie game Firewatch, has announced its foray into hardware. The company today unveiled the Playdate, a handheld gaming device that’s barely bigger than t...

05-22-19 -

Apple agrees to notify iPhone users if iOS updates will affect performance, U...
Over a year after the initial issue, Apple is still facing pushback over its decision to slow down older iPhones in conjunction with aging batteries. Today, a consumer watchdog group in the UK announced that Apple has agreed to notify customers i...

05-22-19 -

Vignette for iOS easily personalizes contact photos using social media
Independent developer Casey Liss has today released an incredibly useful new Contacts utility for iOS. Dubbed Vignette, the app allows you to easily update contact images in one batch. To find images, it scans various social networks and matches ...

05-22-19 -

WWDC iOS app updated with customizable neon icons and new stickers
After sending out WWDC invites to the press today, Apple has updated its iOS app for this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference with customizable neon icons, new stickers, and more. more… The post WWDC iOS app updated with c...

05-22-19 -

Apple releases macOS 10.14.5 update to resolve MacBook Pro T2 security chip f...
Following last week’s release of macOS 10.14.5, Apple today has released a supplemental update for certain MacBook Pro users. Apple says today’s update resolves certain issues with the T2 Security Chip. more… The po...

05-22-19 -

Stacktrace Podcast 037: Spelunkers Disneyland
Rambo discovers evidence of CloudKit-based serverless functions and buys yet another iPhone XR, John takes another step towards making the iPad Pro his main computer, and Apple releases a new MacBook Pro. Sponsored by HP: For 9to5Mac’s...

05-22-19 -

Hands-on: Synologys MR2200ac mesh router enhances its AirPort Extreme alterna...
A couple of years ago I replaced my Apple AirPort Extreme router with Synology’s RT2600ac. I made this move partly because of the rumors about Apple exiting the router business — which it eventually did — and partly because I desire...

05-22-19 -

Apple Watch Series 4 is $70 off, plus deals on Sonos speakers and iOttie mounts
Headlining today’s best deals from 9to5Toys is up to $70 off Apple Watch Series 4, refurbished AirPlay Sonos speakers, and discounts on the latest iOttie car mounts. Head below for more. more… The post Apple Watch Series 4 is...

05-22-19 -

Apple invites press to WWDC 2019 keynote, iOS 13 and macOS 10.15 unveil expected
Apple has confirmed with press that its next media event — the opening keynote of WWDC — will take place on June 3rd at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET. The keynote will be held in San Jose, California, at the McEnery Convention Center where Apple’s W...

05-22-19 -

League of Legends, the most popular PC game, is being developed for iOS and A...
Tencent and Riot Games are reportedly developing a mobile version of the highly popular multiplayer online battle arena game League of Legends. The release isn’t expected this year, but an iOS and Android version could offer a boost fo...

05-22-19 -

Samsung updates popular T5 SSD with two new designer colors
Today Samsung introduced two all-new designer finishes for the T5 SSD — Rose Gold and Metallic Red. The new colors join the existing Deep Black and Alluring Blue finishes to round out the lineup. more… The post Samsung updates popular...

05-22-19 -

9to5Mac Daily: May 22, 2019
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. https://9to5m...

05-22-19 -

Apple plans privacy-focused compromise for ad-tracking in Safari
Ad-tracking in Safari has been one of the trickier issues for Apple to address. On the one hand, Apple wants to protect the privacy of its customers. On the other, it recognizes that many of the websites they visit are funded by ads, and preventi...

05-22-19 -

Chinese media says its now embarrassing to use an iPhone in China
Using an iPhone in China is now seen as embarrassing by some consumers, says a local report. The combined impact of the Trump administration’s trade war on China and export blacklisting of Huawei is further strengthening the ‘...

05-22-19 -

Report: DOJ ready to block T-Mobile and Sprint merger despite FCC green light
On Monday, T-Mobile and Sprint scored a win in the efforts to make their merger a reality by getting the verbal approval of FCC chairman, Ajit Pai. However, getting DOJ approval was still uncertain. Today, Justice Department staff have recommende...

05-22-19 -

EE 5G service will beat Vodafone to market in the UK, starting next week
Vodafone was first to announce its 5G rollout in the UK last week, but it’s been beaten to launch by a rival network. EE 5G service will start next week, well ahead of Vodafone’s July date … more… The post...

05-22-19 -

Having Siri, Google Assistant & other intelligent assistants female by defaul...
Apple’s decision to make Siri’s voice female by default in the US and many other countries reinforces gender bias, claims a new United Nations report. The same complaint is levelled at Google Assistant, Amazon’s Alex...

05-22-19 -

Portland Apple Store reopening May 31st with new video wall
Following months of renovation, Apple is preparing to reopen its store in Portland, Oregon with a new look. Apple Pioneer Place will welcome customers once again on May 31st at 10:00 A.M. Upgrades will include a new Forum, video wall, and more. ...

05-22-19 -

Steam Chat for iOS and Android now available, voice chat to follow
Just a week after Steam Link finally came to iOS, allowing players to stream games from their Mac, Steam Chat for iOS and Android has also been released. Steam Chat offers most of the key features of Steam chat on the Mac, but not all …...

05-22-19 -

FTC wins antitrust case against Qualcomm [update: Qualcomm appealing]
Judge Koh has filed her ruling on the FTC antitrust suit against Qualcomm, and it comprehensively concludes that Qualcomm business practices were anticompetitive as reported by FOSSPatents. Qualcomm has been ordered to renegotiate existing licens...

05-22-19 -

How to print contact info to envelopes, lists, and labels on Mac
If you’re working on planning an event like a wedding, party, or something similar it’s handy to be able to print out addresses and other contact info to lists, labels, and envelopes. Read on for how to print from the Contact...

05-22-19 -

David Sparks publishes helpful Field Guide for mastering Keyboard Maestro on Mac
Over the years, David Sparks has published a wide collection of “Field Guides” for various apps and platforms, including OmniFocus, Siri Shortcuts, and much more. Today, Sparks is out with his latest Field Guide, this time cov...

05-21-19 -

Former Facebook security chief says its time for Mark Zuckerberg to step down...
Facebook is facing criticism from yet another one of its former executives. As detailed by CNBC, former Facebook security chief Alex Stamos questioned the amount of power Mark Zuckerberg has accumulated while speaking at the Collision Conference ...

05-21-19 -

Hop Fastpass adds Apple Pay support for transit riders in Portland
Starting this week, transit users in the Portland-Vancouver area of Washington can now use iPhone and Apple Watch for transit rides. Customers can add their Hop transit cards to Apple Wallet, allowing them to ditch physical cards and tickets. mo...

05-21-19 -

Apple Store now selling new generation LG UltraFine 4K display with 23.7-inch...
Apple is now selling a new generation LG UltraFine 4K Display for the same $699 price as the previous generation. The product is now listed at the Apple Online Store with shipping from tomorrow. The new model is a mixed bag. It features a larger ...

05-21-19 -

Apple expands Keyboard Service Program to include 2018 MacBook Pro and curren...
After seeing lots of complaints from MacBook users with 2016 and later butterfly keyboards, Apple has today expanded its keyboard service program to cover the 2018 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air notebooks. The company is also using a new material in...

05-21-19 -

Apple announces more powerful 8-core MacBook Pro with updated Butterfly keybo...
Apple has announced today that it is upgrading the MacBook with faster 8th- and 9th-generation Intel Core processors. This revision marks the first time that the MacBook Pro has been available in an 8-core configuration. more… The post...

05-21-19 -

Apple earns Cannes Lions creative marketer of the year honor for the first time
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity today awarded Apple the title of 2019’s Creative Marketer of the Year. Despite having won other awards for its marketing efforts, this is the first time Apple has one the Creative Ma...

05-21-19 -

Todays best deals include Mac accessories at Amazon, discounted iTunes gift c...
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break includes a Mac accessories sale at Amazon, discounted iTunes gift cards and up to $480 off previous generation iPad Pro models. Head below for all of the best deals and more. more… The post Today...

05-21-19 -

Even Huawei propagandists attacking Apple over Trump ban tweet from the iPhone
Both Apple and Huawei are entangled in the US and China trade war as tensions have grown over the last few weeks. A ‘Boycott Apple’ movement has gained steam in China, and many in the country are singing the praises of local ...

05-21-19 -

Apple tried to buy Tesla for more than its currently worth a few years ago, r...
Apple reportedly offered to buy Tesla at around $240 per share back in 2013. The bid from six years ago is now being reported as Tesla’s share price has dipped under the price Apple was allegedly willing to pay. more… The post Apple t...

05-21-19 -

This weeks best iTunes movie deals: Family-friendly action titles from $8, $1...
This week’s best iTune movie deals include a new under $10 Family-Friendly Action sale, plus the usual smattering of deals from $5 and a new $1 rental. Head below for all of your top picks. more… The post This week’s best iTunes ...

05-21-19 -

Carrot Weather iOS update brings lightning, storm cell, and custom notificati...
Snarky and sassy Carrot Weather is receiving a major update today with a slew of new features. Headlining this release are new lightning, storm cell, astronomy, and custom notifications, critical alerts for life-threatening weather, a new paid ti...

05-21-19 -

Eddy Cue says Apple has hundreds of people working to make Apple News+ better
Apple today released a press statement featuring Apple News+ (Apple News Plus) following its initial debut in March with iOS 12.2. Whilst the company did not disclose any figures about number of users who have signed up to $9.99/month News+ subsc...