05-22-22 -

Woman claims $40,000 credit card fraud occurred after losing Apple Watch
A visitor to Disney World dubiously claims she is the victim of credit card fraud valued at over $40,000, after dropping her Apple Watch on a ride at Disney World.While stories of lost or misplaced Apple devices are a regular occurrence, it is rar...

05-22-22 -

Apple TV+ secures romantic sci-fi 'Fingernails' in Cannes deal
Apple has picked up "Fingernails" for Apple TV+ in a Cannes film festival deal, a sci-fi love story set to star Jessie Buckley and Riz Ahmed."Fingernails" is based on a future where a test measures if couples are truly in love ...

05-22-22 -

Daily deals May 22: $600 70-inch LG Smart TV, $104 Beyerdynamic headphones, $...
Sunday's best deals include a 100W Ugreen GaN charger for $65, an Arris Surfboard cable modem for $147, $80 off a Mod The Luxe Camera Bag, and much more.Best deals for May 22Every day, AppleInsider searches online retailers for deals and discounts...

05-22-22 -

Crime blotter: Federal indictment for Charlotte phone store owners
In the latest Apple Crime Blotter, an iPhone theft video goes viral, Find My iPhone helps bust a car theft ring, and an iPhone seller is threatened with a knife.Apple Store in Oakbrook, Ill. The latest in an occasional AppleInsider series, looking...

05-22-22 -

Apple Music raises prices for Student plan in multiple countries
Apple is increasing the cost of Apple Music subscriptions for students in a number of countries, with the price rising by a small amount for the steeply-discounted version.Apple Music is offered to college students at a lower rate than the usual p...

05-21-22 -

Apple Store opens in Wuhan with China's first Apple Pickup area
Apple opened up its retail store in Wuhan, China on Saturday, with customers now able to take advantage of the first Apple Pickup area in the country.Teased in April with a wallpaper, Apple finally opened the doors to its Apple Wuhan store on Satu...

05-21-22 -

Apple talks to suppliers to increase manufacturing efforts outside of China
Apple is intending to decrease its reliance on suppliers working in China, a report claims, with the iPhone maker telling some contract manufacturers it wants to expand production outside of the country.The Apple supply chain in China is having to...

05-21-22 -

Daily deals May 21: $100 off 11-inch iPad Pro, $173 Cuisinart Pizza Oven, $10...
Alongside $100 off an 11-inch iPad Pro, Saturday's best deals include $60 Razer Anzu Smart Glasses, a 75-inch Toshiba Smart TV for $750, a $179 Polk Audio soundbar , and much more.Best deals May 21Every day, AppleInsider checks online stores for d...

05-21-22 -

Autographed Apple artifacts hit the auction block
A new auction is offering a selection of autographed Apple items up for sale, including photographs, manuals, and other artifacts signed by Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne.Running until June 15, RR Auction's Fine Autographs and Artifacts event incl...

05-21-22 -

EA reportedly tried to sell itself to Apple
EA has reportedly been seeking out a merger and Apple was a potential suitor, a report about Comcast CEO Brian Roberts' attempt to merge NBC with the game publisher reveals.Apple has a long history of making acquisitions, partly to bolster its emp...

05-21-22 -

AirTag helps police track and arrest robbery suspect
Police in Portland were helped in capturing an armed robber by Apple's AirTag, after the suspect unknowingly picked up the tracking device during a second theft.An armed robbery in the 100 Block of Northwest Broadway in Portland, Oregon on Thursda...

05-21-22 -

Deals: save $1,000 on Sonance Outdoor Speakers at Best Buy, with streaming po...
An incredible deal at $1,000 off at Best Buy, this Sonance Mag Series 6.1-Channel Outdoor Streaming Sound System powered by Sonos delivers AirPlay 2 and Apple Music support.Save $1,000 on this Sonos Outdoor Speaker Sound System powered by SonosPri...

05-20-22 -

Texas boy's 31 cheeseburger order demonstrates why you should secure your iPhone
A Texas mother ended up with 31 McDonald's cheeseburgers after her two-year-old son got a hold of her iPhone and ordered the food via DoorDash.Credit: Marques ThomasKelsey Burkhalter Golden recounted the incident on Facebook Monday, posting an ima...

05-20-22 -

Best iPad accessories for college students
Give yourself the best chance at success to wind down the school year or start the next one with our top picks for iPad accessories for students.iPads are an everyday staple on college campuses, with many students preferring to use them on a daily...

05-20-22 -

EU law will force Apple to blow open its entire hardware and software stack
A European Parliament committee has advanced an agreement between member states on the Digital Markets Act, which if passed as it presently stands, will force Apple and others to open up otherwise restricted app stores, hardware features, and more...

05-20-22 -

New HomePod model coming as soon as late 2022, according to Ming-Chi Kuo
A new tweet from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests Apple may release a new version of the HomePod, but perhaps without a radical redesign.A new HomePod may be released later in 2022After Apple discontinued the full-sized HomePod, speculation has been ...

05-20-22 -

Apple 'Studio Display Pro' delayed until October, according to display analyst
A rumored 27-inch Apple display sporting mini LED technology and ProMotion has reportedly been internally delayed because of production lockdowns in Shanghai.Apple Studio DisplayAccording to Display Supply Chain Consultants analyst Ross Young, the...

05-20-22 -

Apple a 'compelling name' for riding out current market conditions, analyst says
Apple is a solid choice for a stock to ride out the current market storm because of its resiliency, installed user base, and services outlook, according to a Wedbush analyst.Apple iPhone 13 Pro MaxIn a note to investors seen by AppleInsider, lead ...

05-20-22 -

Apple Music celebrates great albums in new 'Essential Anniversaries' feature
It's been 25 years since Radiohead released "OK Computer," and now that album is showcased along with many other classics in a special Apple Music collection called "Essential Anniversaries."Apple Music has long had collections...

05-20-22 -

Apple's headset faced numerous snags early, Jony Ive still involved with project
A new report details more of the hurdles that Apple has faced in developing its mixed-reality headset, including one stemming from a decision by former Apple design chief Jony Ive.Apple headset renderAccording to The Information, Apple made a deci...

05-20-22 -

GameSir T4 Mini review: An amazing miniature controller at an unbeatable price
The GameSir T4 Mini looks like a Nintendo Switch Pro controller with no grips, though it remains comfortable to use with a wide range of functionality while costing nearly half as much.The GameSir T4 Mini is the perfect companion to your iPad mini...

05-20-22 -

Daily deals May 20: 10% off iPad, 10% off Apple Watch SE, 40% off Wireless Ca...
Friday's best deals include 10% off a 10.2-inch iPad, $45 for Amazon 4K Fire TV stick, $10 off a Philips rechargeable toothbrush, the Solo Stove is on big sale, and much more.Best deals May 20Every day, AppleInsider checks online stores for discou...

05-20-22 -

Apple wins MacBook Pro 'Stage Light' class action appeal
A Ninth Circuit judge has ruled in favor of Apple over an appeal intended to revive a class action lawsuit concerning the "stage light," or "flexgate," defect that allegedly caused screen flaws in the MacBook Pro.Plaintiffs ori...

05-20-22 -

iOS 16 features, Apple Watch Series 8, and has Apple lost its soul on the App...
On this week's AppleInsider Podcast, Apple announces accessibility features coming in iOS 16, Apple Podcasts adds Delegated Delivery, what we know about Apple Watch Series 8, and we comment on the "After Steve" book.Apple announced new a...

05-20-22 -

New legislation aimed at online advertising exchanges will hit most of big te...
US senators are proposing legislation that would break up the advertising side of big tech firms such as Google, and will also affect Apple's growing ad business.U.S. Capitol Building. Credit: Alejandro Barba/UnsplashSenator Mike Lee, who previous...

05-20-22 -

How to avoid being scammed by fake Apple support staff
As another victim loses $1,500 to scammers posing as Apple support, here's how to spot a fake — and prevent it from happening to you.Denver resident Cookie Pridemore lost $1,500 to scammersIf you're a Mac user, it used to be almost amusing when ...

05-20-22 -

Best battery cases and MagSafe battery packs for iPhone
You can never have too much battery life, and while your device might be able to last hours on a charge, you can upgrade up your iPhone's ability to last throughout the day with a battery case.Best iPhone battery casesThere are a slew of different...

05-20-22 -

BOE may lose millions of iPhone 14 orders after unauthorized screen changes
Apple is reportedly looking to move up to 30 million orders for iPhone 14 OLED screen orders away from BOE, following the company's changes to Apple specifications.BOE is alleged to have changed the circuit width of the thin film transistors (TFT)...

05-20-22 -

Apple confirms it won't accept card payments in India, cites banking laws
Users in India of the App Store and subscribers to services such as Apple Music now have to use the country's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) rather than credit or debit cards.Image Credit: AppleThe law change, approved by the Reserve Bank of Ind...

05-19-22 -

Pixelmator Pro update released with improved Photos Browser
On Thursday, Pixelmator Pro rolled out version 2.4.3, improving and expanding upon syncing optimizations alongside coloring functionality tweaks.Pixelmator Pro now features a redesigned Photos Browser that leverages improved iCloud support next to...

05-19-22 -

The best iPad accessories for digital artists
Step up your digital art game by snagging our personal favorite iPad accessories geared toward artists.While Wacom used to be the top dog in the digital art world, the iPad has squarely solidified itself as a serious contender. With outstanding ar...

05-19-22 -

Apple's mixed-reality headset has reached 'advanced' stage of development
Apple recently showed its upcoming mixed-reality headset to members of its board of directors, suggesting that the device is nearing completion and could be ready for a launch soon.Apple MR headset renderThe iPhone maker demonstrated the AR/VR hea...

05-19-22 -

iPhone made up half of the North American smartphone market in Q1
Apple's iPhone accounted for 51% of total smartphone shipments in North America in the first quarter of 2022, buoying the handset market amid economic concerns.iPhone 13 modelsSmartphone shipments in North America reached 39 million units in Q1 20...

05-19-22 -

Apple's MacBook Air with 16GB RAM is on sale for $1,099 & in stock
Enjoy $100 off Apple's latest MacBook Air and $40 off AppleCare with our exclusive promo code. This model has Apple's M1 chip and is upgraded with 16GB RAM.Save $100 on Apple's M1 MacBook Air with 16GB RAMWith graduation season in full swing and F...

05-19-22 -

Apple promises changes in Final Cut Pro after video editor complaints
Apple has responded to an open letter from video editors and filmmaking professionals, pledging to incorporate requested features into Final Cut Pro.Credit: AppleBack in April, a collection of Final Cut Pro users penned an open letter to Apple ask...

05-19-22 -

Apple TV+ comedy series 'Trying' to return for season three on July 22
Apple TV+ gave a first look at the third season of its upcoming British comedy series "Trying," which is set to debut on the platform on July 22.Credit: AppleThe third season, which is made up of eight episodes, will see Nikki and Jason ...

05-19-22 -

Studio Display 15.5 update minimally improves camera and performance
Now that macOS 12.4 has been released out of its beta cycle, we can see how the corresponding update to the Studio Display performs and whether or not significant performance improvements have come to fruition.Studio DisplayDuring the beta phase, ...

05-19-22 -

Pebblebee releases two new Find My enabled trackers with rechargeable batteries
Apple's Find My network is growing even further with Pebblebee's announcement of the rechargeable Pebblebee Clip and Pebblebee Card.Pebblebee's new Find My trackersBoth of the new devices are natively supported in Apple's Find My app as well as wi...

05-19-22 -

Apple's anti-tracking tech is mostly working, but it can't block everything
A new study from the University of Oxford reports that App Tracking Transparency is largely living up to Apple's privacy promises — but motivated advertisers are finding solutions that Apple can not stop.App Tracking Transparency (ATT), introduc...

05-19-22 -

Daily deals May 19: 10% off AirTag 4-Pack, refurbished iPhone sale, $417 off ...
Thursday's best deals include $250 off a 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1, a $150 Roomba, a $298 58-inch 4K TV, and much more.Best deals May 19Every day, AppleInsider checks online stores for discounts and deals on a variety of items, including Apple p...

05-19-22 -

Audi infotainment system gains Apple Music for 'nearly all' 2022 cars
Audi has announced that Apple Music subscribers will be able to access the service directly from their car's own entertainment system, for the majority of cars from 2022 onwards, including some already on the road.Car manufacturer Audi has been su...

05-19-22 -

TSMC may build new multi-billion dollar chip plant in Singapore
Apple Silicon manufacturer TSMC is reportedly in talks to build a major new fabrication facility in Asia, as part of measures to address the global chip shortage.As its new $12 billion plant in Arizona is delayed, TSMC is said to be having prelimi...

05-19-22 -

Union claims Apple broke federal labor law at World Trade Center store
For the second time in less than a week, Apple has been accused of illegal union-busting tactics, but this time in one of its New York City stores.Apple World Trade CenterThe complaint, this time in New York, follows the Communications Workers of ...

05-19-22 -

How to use Visual Look Up in iOS 15
When reviewing photos, landmarks and other objects may spark curiosity as to their origins and details. Visual Look Up offers more information and context to the objects in the scene.Visual Look Up in Photos automatically gives you information on ...

05-19-22 -

Apple must pay PanOptis $300 million for infringing wireless patents
Apple's attempt to get a new trial against wireless patent holding firm PanOptis has been rejected, meaning the firm will have to pay out $300 million in damages.PanOptis, and its parent company Optis, originally won a $506.2 million case against ...

05-18-22 -

Apple releases iTunes 12.12.4 for Windows with security fixes
Apple has released a new version of iTunes for Windows with patches that mitigate several security vulnerabilities, including issues in WebKit and Mobile Device Service.iTunes for WindowsThe iTunes 12.12.4, released on Wednesday, contains at least...

05-18-22 -

Apple privacy exec Jane Horvath talks data regulations, career advice & more
Apple chief privacy officer Jane Horvath has given a wide-ranging interview covering everything from her first job at Baskin-Robbins to current and security data best practices.Apple privacy chief Jane HorvathHorvath leads Apple's Privacy, Policy,...

05-18-22 -

The top 10 Apple Arcade games in May 2022
Apple Arcade has over 200 games available to play with no ads, no in-app purchases, and a constant flow of new content. Here's AppleInsider's top ten games to try in May 2022.Top 10 Apple Arcade Games in May 2022When Apple first announced Apple Ar...

05-18-22 -

Apple releases first developer betas for iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, tvOS 15.6, wa...
Apple has restarted the beta-testing process by releasing first developer betas of iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, tvOS 15.6, and watchOS 8.7.The first developer betas are available for downloadThe newest builds can be downloaded via the Apple Developer Ce...

05-18-22 -

Apple seeds first macOS Monterey 12.5 beta to developers
Apple has released the first beta version of its upcoming macOS Monterey 12.5 update, restarting the testing cycle for its Mac operating system.MacBook modelsThe latest builds can be downloaded from the Apple Developer Center for participants in t...