11-13-19 -

Apple's new Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR to begin shipping in December
In addition to launching a new family of 16-inch MacBook Pros, Apple said Wednesday it will narrowly meet a self-imposed deadline for the release of its new Mac Pro professional workstations by making them available for purchase sometim...

11-13-19 -

Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro is built to blaze through pro workflows
Apple continues to deliver on its commitment to Mac professionals in 2019 with the Wednesday debut of the 16-inch MacBook Pro. The new high-performance model is designed to replace the company's legacy 15-inch MacBook Pro at existing pr...

11-13-19 -

Apple AirPods Pro are back on sale - and in stock - at Amazon
Amazon's popular $15 price drop is back on Apple AirPods Pro, with the hot new accessory in stock for $234.95 while supplies last. After selling out at the reduced price several times, this special offer might not last long.

11-13-19 -

Walk, run or wheel 5 kilometers with Apple Watch to earn 2019's Thanksgiving ...
Apple's next Apple Watch activity challenge will fall on Thanksgiving, with owners eligible to receive a turkey-themed badge when they complete a 5-kilometer walk, run or wheelchair workout.

11-12-19 -

Walmart Grocery customers can use Siri to place online orders with their voice
Walmart this week announced a new partnership with Apple that integrates the retailer's Voice Order technology with Apple's Siri virtual assistant, granting customers the option of shopping via voice command.

11-12-19 -

Tim Cook, President Trump to tour Apple's Texas manufacturing facilities
Apple CEO Tim Cook and President Donald Trump are expected to take a tour of Apple's Texas facilities, with the visit designed to shine a light on companies that create and keep jobs in the U.S.

11-12-19 -

HBO ex-CEO Richard Plepler negotiating Apple TV+ content deal
Apple appears to be on the cusp of signing an Apple TV+ content deal with RLP & Company, helmed by former HBO chief executive Richard Plepler.

11-12-19 -

On its own, AirPods could be a $175 billion enterprise
If a private company was performing the way Apple's AirPods are in terms of rapid sales growth in units and revenues with strong margins, it could be valued at $175 billion next year, making it the 32nd largest company in the U.S.

11-12-19 -

'Minecraft Earth' early access now available in the US
Microsoft's augmented reality 'Minecraft Earth' is now available to play in early access in the United States, letting you build with your friends on your iPhone or iPad in the real world.

11-12-19 -

Facebook Pay launched to challenge Apple Pay for mobile payment supremacy
Social media giant Facebook is rolling out a payment method like Apple Pay to allow users to buy products or services, donate to charity, and send money to each other.

11-12-19 -

Apple predicted to launch 16-inch MacBook Pro this week
Apple is again predicted to launch the 16-inch MacBook Pro very soon, possibly Wednesday, with reports claiming the company has started to brief members of the media.

11-12-19 -

All the ways iOS 13 makes AirPods, AirPods Pro, and Beats headphones even better
AirPods are extremely popular and Apple continues to update them and make them better by introducing features in iOS. Let's go through all the ways that iOS 13 -- and the subsequent updates -- have made them even better.

11-12-19 -

Second betas for iOS 13.3, iPadOS 13.3, tvOS 13.3, watchOS 6.1.1 out now [u]
Apple is on its second round of betas of iOS 13.3, iPadOS 13.3, tvOS 13.3, and watchOS 6.1.1, with new builds now available for developers to test.

11-12-19 -

Editorial: How Steve Jobs' 'Thoughts On Flash' gave iPad a head start in tablets
In 2010, Steve Jobs detailed why Apple would not be investing any efforts to make Adobe Flash run on iPad. Rather than agreeing, Apple's competitors seized on Flash as something they could hold up as an exclusive feature that Apple's iO...

11-12-19 -

Giveaway: Enter to win a free pair of Apple AirPods Pro
Now through November 26, those of you who follow AppleInsider on Twitter will have a chance to win a pair of Apple AirPods Pro, valued at $249.

11-12-19 -

100% of Fortune 500 companies are using Apple products
During the annual Jamf Nation User Conference, Apple's Jeremy Butcher took the stage to talk on Apple's commitment to education and enterprise users, boasting large gains in both programs.

11-12-19 -

Nomad discounts Apple Watch, AirPods, iPhone accessories for the holidays
Available exclusively for AppleInsider readers, premium accessory maker Nomad is knocking 15% off full price and in stock items with coupon. Snap up Nomad's highly regarded wireless chargers for Apple's iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch b...

11-12-19 -

IBM's 200,000 Macs have made a happier, more productive workforce
IBM has published its latest study focusing on the benefits of Apple products in enterprise, and has found that a fleet of over 200,000 Macs leads to far lower support costs, smaller numbers of support staff, and happier employees versu...

11-12-19 -

Jamf enhances managed device tool suite to boost iPhone & Mac security
Jamf kicked off its annual user conference in Minneapolis with a flurry of new announcements and features for its expansive product lineup of software to help large and small organizations manage their fleet of Macs and iOS devices.

11-12-19 -

Apple Car could borrow TrueTone tech to balance internal lighting
An Apple-produced car could include an lighting system that keeps the light inside the vehicle as even as possible throughout a journey, such as changes by cloud movements and traveling through a tunnel, by borrowing the core concept of...

11-12-19 -

Plugable Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD review: Just as fast as your MacBook Pro storage
The Plugable Thunderbolt 3 NVMe External SSD is an easily portable NMVe solid state drive with blazing fast speeds -- and we've been using one for about two weeks.

11-12-19 -

Review: Master & Dynamic MH40 wireless reissue -- back to what started it all
New York audio firm Master & Dynamic is celebrating its fifth anniversary by updating and re-releasing its very first headphones, the famous MH40. Here's what was special about them then, what's been added now -- and whether you...

11-12-19 -

Facebook app accesses iPhone camera without user's knowledge
Facebook is misusing the camera on the iPhone, with the app turning it on while users view their feed for reasons unknown.

11-12-19 -

Apple TV+ show 'Truth Be Told' launches with Hollywood premiere
The new drama series was unveiled at a screening in Hollywood, with stars including Octavia Spencer and executive producer Reese Witherspoon, ahead of its Apple TV+ release on December 6.

11-12-19 -

Disney+ has officially launched, here's how to sign up for the service
Disney+ has launched, bringing Disney's nearly century-long catalog of content to subscribers of the service. Here's where you can sign up, as well as what you can expect.

11-12-19 -

Goldman Sachs will reevaluate Apple Card credit line limits after claims of g...
Following claims that Goldman Sachs institutes a gender bias when processing Apple Card applications, the bank on Monday said it is prepared to reevaluate credit lines for customers who expected higher limits.

11-11-19 -

New 3D sensor to reportedly power AR in iPad in 2020, headset as soon as 2021
Apple is working on new 3D sensor hardware that will power augmented reality applications in iPad next year, according to a report on Monday, with the technology slated to land in a long-rumored headset in 2021 or 2022.

11-11-19 -

Apple TV+ current and unscripted chief Kim Rozenfeld steps down
Apple's head of current programming and unscripted shows Kim Rozenfeld is leaning the position just weeks after the launch of Apple TV+, but the executive will still be working with the iPhone maker via a first-look deal with his own pr...

11-11-19 -

Amazon, B&H issue steep early Black Friday deals on MacBook Pros
After selling out at the discounted price last week, Amazon and B&H have reissued the $300 markdown on Apple's latest 15-inch MacBook Pro, bringing the price down to $2,099 while supplies last. Or pick up an upgraded Core i9 mod...

11-11-19 -

Hands on: Linksys Aware is a useful software feature for the Velop router
The Linksys Velop line has been a go-to mesh router recommendation, but recently it has become even more useful with the addition of Linksys Aware, an add-on security service that allows your routers to monitor for motion in your home.

11-11-19 -

Review: iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max one month later
Apple's iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max were released just over a month ago. Here's what all three of Apple's newest iPhones are really like after intensive, daily, real-world use.

11-11-19 -

'Apple Watch Series 6' expected to have better waterproofing, wireless connec...
Work on the "Apple Watch Series 6" is already underway, with Ming-Chi Kuo expecting the new model to have faster wireless connectivity, better performance, and be more water resistant.

11-11-19 -

Veterans using Healium app on iPhone to combat anxiety
On Veterans Day, Apple is highlighting the use of the iPhone and augmented reality to ease stress in returning service members, and those on active duty.

11-11-19 -

Apple plans to release AR Headset by 2022, Glasses by 2023
In a highly uncharacteristic move, Apple last month is said to have briefed a larger group of employees on its plans to release an Augmented Reality (AR) headset by the year 2022 and a pair of more sophisticated AR glasses the following...

11-11-19 -

Red prevails over Apple in Rawcode patent challenge
Apple's request for a review of a patent owned by high-performance camera maker Red relating to Rawcode RAW has failed, and Red claims that its relationship with Apple is stronger than ever.

11-11-19 -

Editorial: Steve Jobs shared secrets of Apple's iPad but nobody listened
Before he passed away, Steve Jobs uncharacteristically shared some strategic insights in public on what would make tablets successful. Rather than the rest of the industry benefiting from his observations, critics and competitors insist...

11-11-19 -

Goldman Sachs denies claims of Apple Card gender bias
Following accusations that married couples are seeing different credit ratings in their Apple Card applications, bank Goldman Sachs has issued a statement saying all scores are individually calculated.

11-11-19 -

Apple AirPods 2 are $40 off at Amazon, B&H today
Amazon and B&H have both issued a new price drop on Apple's 2019 AirPods with Wireless Charging Case, knocking $40 off the popular earphones leading up to Black Friday.

11-10-19 -

How to replace lost tips for AirPods Pro and service other issues
If you lose one of your AirPods Pro silicone tips, or one of the earbuds itself, there are ways to get replacements without shelling out for an entirely new set. Here's how to get that replacement tip for the AirPods Pro, or replace an ...

11-10-19 -

How Steve Jobs saved Apple with the online Apple Store
Alongside the return of Steve Jobs and the launches of the iMac and the iPod, it's Apple's online store that opened on November 10, 1997 that proved crucial to the survival of the company.

11-10-19 -

Flash deals: Save $130 to $270 on Apple's 2019 iPad Air
Today only, Amazon-owned Woot is discounting refurbished 2019 iPad Air tablets to $369 and up, the lowest prices we've seen, with Wi-Fi Only and Wi-Fi + Cellular options available.

11-10-19 -

Review: Seagate Backup Plus Portable isn't fancy, but will get the job done
As we move into an area with higher resolution photos and 4K video, storage is more important than ever. We check out the 2019 Seagate Backup Plus Portable external HDD to see if it is up to everyday tasking in the home or office.

11-09-19 -

Allegations of discrimination spawn investigation into Apple Card credit lines
A series of angry tweets by the creator of Ruby on Rails alleging Apple Card approval discrimination has sparked a probe into Goldman Sachs credit card approval practices.

11-09-19 -

Review: Incase metallic AirPods case adds protection without adding bulk
Throwing a case on a set of AirPods doesn't just add protection, but also some style to differentiate them. Incase's new metallic case is well thought out with a great look in a protective shell.

11-09-19 -

Amazon drops 2018 iPad with Cellular to $299, new low prices on Apple Watch 5
Shoppers looking for a budget-friendly iPad with Wi-Fi + Cellular support can snap up a sixth generation model for just $299, a discount of $160 off -- and the lowest price we've seen on Amazon -- while supplies last.

11-09-19 -

Review: Buddyphones help protect your kids' hearing with built-in volume limi...
If you've got a kid who loves listening to music, playing games, or watching videos, you've probably thought about getting them their own headphones. However, unsafe listening levels are no joke! That's why we're taking a look at BuddyP...

11-09-19 -

Mac Pro spotted in DJ Calvin Harris' studio ahead of launch
While we still don't have any hard dates on the release of the Mac Pro, there has been one spotted in the wild -- at the studio of DJ and producer Calvin Harris.

11-08-19 -

Review: BentoStack PowerHub combines a Qi battery, USB-C hub, & storage
Function101's BentoStack PowerHub attempts to be a one-stop shop for portable power, docking, and storage needs, but while it has its limitations, the stackable system still shows considerable promise for those who work on the go.

11-08-19 -

A5X: How Apple took iPad to a luxury tier rivals couldn't match
In its third year of releasing products using its Ax custom processors, Apple radically diverged from a winning "Model T" strategy of mass-producing a single chip used to power 100 million mobile devices. Instead, Appl...

11-08-19 -

Ben Stiller thriller 'Severance' starring Adam Scott coming to Apple TV+
A ten-episode thriller from Endeavor Content titled 'Severance' is in development for Apple TV+, with Hollywood star Ben Stiller directing the show and actor Adam Scott set to take the starring role in the straight-to-streaming production.