Apple Launches Multiview Sports Feature for Apple TV 4K

Apple today announced the launch of a new multiview feature for the Apple TV 4K, which is designed to allow MLS Season Pass and Friday Night Baseball fans to watch multiple sports games at the same time. ‌Apple TV‌ 4K owners can watch up to four simultaneous sports streams, inc … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Releases watchOS 9.5

Apple today released watchOS 9.5, the fifth major update to the watchOS 9 operating system. watchOS 9.5 comes over a month after the release of watchOS 9.4. watchOS 9.5 can be downloaded for free through the Apple Watch app on the iPhone by opening it up and going to General > … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Releases tvOS 16.5

Apple today released tvOS 16.5, the fifth major update to the tvOS 16 operating system that initially came out last September. Available for the Apple TV 4K and the ‌Apple TV‌ HD, tvOS 16.5 comes over a month after the launch of tvOS 16.4. tvOS 16.5 can be downloaded using the … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Releases HomePod 16.5 Software

Alongside the iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5, tvOS 16.5, and macOS Ventura 13.4 updates, Apple has released new 16.5 software created for the HomePod and HomePod mini. According to Apple's release notes, the update adds stability and performance improvements to the ‌HomePod‌. ‌‌‌‌‌‌Hom … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Hermès Launches High-End AirPods Pro Case and Lanyard

French fashion designer Hermès has launched a new leather case and lanyard for the second-generation AirPods Pro, continuing its work for Apple devices (via WatchGeneration). The new Hermès ‌AirPods Pro‌ case comes in Gold and Bleu Navy, as well as several two-tone color option … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple AR Glasses Reportedly Still at Least Four Years Away From Launch

Apple's augmented reality glasses device is still at least four years away from launch, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports. In an extensive report detailing some of the challenges involved in developing Apple's mixed-reality headset, Gurman explained that the company's separate AR … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

iPhone 15 Pro Max to Feature Rearranged Camera Layout to Accommodate Periscope Lens

Apple is set to rearrange the layout of the rear triple-lens camera system on the iPhone 15 Pro Max to accommodate the new periscope camera technology that will be exclusive to the larger handset. iPhone 14 Pro camera layout. Arrows indicate swapped lens positions on iPhone 15 … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Kuo: Apple 'Well Prepared' for Headset Announcement Next Month

Recent reports have converged on the belief that Apple will show off its long-rumored AR/VR headset at WWDC in June, and now Ming-Chi Kuo's latest predictions also align with the rumors, with the industry analyst claiming that the announcement is "highly likely" and the company i … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Seeds iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 Release Candidates to Developers and Public Beta Testers

Apple today seeded the release candidate versions of upcoming iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 updates to developers and public beta testers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after the launch of the fourth betas. The release candidates represent the final version of i … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Seeds watchOS 9.5 Release Candidate to Developers

Apple today seeded the release candidate version of an upcoming watchOS 9.5 update to developers for testing purposes, with the software update coming two weeks after the launch of the fourth watchOS 9.5 beta. The RC represents the final version of watchOS 9.5 that will be provid … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 16.5 to Developers

Apple today seeded the release candidate version of an upcoming tvOS 16.5 update to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after the launch of the fourth tvOS 16.5 beta. Registered developers are able to download the tvOS 16.5 update by downloading a p … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Weather App Again Experiencing Issues

Apple's Weather app for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac is down for some users, according to Apple's System Status page. Apple says that the Weather app may be slow or unavailable for some users, and that the outage has been ongoing since 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time. There have been repo … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of macOS Ventura 13.4 to Developers

Apple today seeded the release candidate (RC) version of macOS Ventura 13.4 to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after the launch of the fourth beta. The RC represents the final version of ‌macOS Ventura‌ 13.4 that will be provided to the public. … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 11 months ago

Top Stories: One Month to WWDC, iOS 17 Rumor Recap, New AirPods Firmware, and More

The calendar has flipped to May, which means WWDC is right around the corner. There continues to be lots to talk about as far as rumors and expectations on both the software and hardware sides, so buckle up! This week also saw a few somewhat unusual software updates from Apple, … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 12 months ago

Apple's Recent Beats Firmware Update Addressed Bluetooth Security Issue, AirPods Already Patched

Apple today posted a new support document outlining the security content of AirPods and Beats firmware updates, disclosing that the 5B66 firmware released yesterday for Beats Fit Pro and Powerbeats Pro addresses a vulnerability that could allow an attacker to gain access to your … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 12 months ago

Unionized Maryland Apple Store Workers Request 10% Raise and Option to Accept Customer Tips

Employees at the unionized Towson, Maryland Apple Store are this week negotiating with Apple for new benefits, and have asked for higher pay, tips, and changes to leave policies, reports Bloomberg. Employee representatives have requested raises of up to 10 percent and they want … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 12 months ago

Apple's Trade Secret Battle With Masimo Over Pulse Oximetry Technology Ends in Mistrial

The latest legal dispute between Apple and pulse oximetry company Masimo today ended in a mistrial, reports Bloomberg. The jury overseeing the case was not able to come to a final decision in its deliberations, causing U.S. district judge James Selna to declare a mistrial. Six … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Alleged iOS 17 Wallet and Health App Redesigns Shown Off in Mockups

The Wallet and Health apps are rumored to be getting updates in iOS 17, and leaker @analyst941 today shared some mockups that allegedly represent the design changes that we can expect to see. In the Wallet app mockup, there's a navigation bar at the bottom that separates the di … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Researchers Develop New Tactile Technology That Could Enable a Pop-Up Keyboard on a Flat Smartphone Display

Researchers in the Future Interfaces Group at Carnegie Mellon this week highlighted a breakthrough in display technology that could make future screens more tactile through raised haptics. As noted by TechCrunch, the Future Interfaces Group shared a video and a research paper dem … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Working on 'Special Version of iPadOS 17' for Larger iPads, Starting With 14.1-inch Model Set to Launch in 2024

Apple is developing a version of iPadOS 17 that is specifically designed for larger unreleased iPad sizes, the first of which will arrive next year, claims a new rumor. According to the Twitter account holder @analyst941, a special version of Apple's upcoming iPad software will … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Beats Studio Buds+ Launching in May With New Transparent Design Option, Improved Noise Cancellation, and More

Apple's rumored Beats Studio Buds+ appear to have been listed on Amazon today, providing a closer look at new features and changes before they are officially announced. The earbuds are listed with a May 18 release date and a $169.95 price. Notably, the listing reveals that the … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

PSA: Watch Out for Fake ChatGPT Apps and Other Scams in the Mac App Store

There have long been complaints from developers and App Store users about apps that offer limited functionality and charge high prices in an effort to scam people out of their money, and the latest trend is a glut of ChatGPT apps that have invaded the ‌App Store‌. Privacy 1st r … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

The MacRumors Show: macOS 14 Wishlist – What Do We Want to See?

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss some of the top features and changes we would like to see in the next major update to macOS. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos Apple is expected to unveil macOS 14 at WWDC in June this year, but l … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Deals: Beats Studio Buds Hit Record Low $99.95 Price ($50 Off)

Amazon today has the Beats Studio Buds in six colors for $99.95, down from $149.95. This is a match of the all-time low price on the earbuds, and Amazon is estimating an April 16-20 delivery date for most colors. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you clic … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

MacRumors Giveaway: Win Custom-Colored AirPods or AirPods Pro From ColorWare

For this week's giveaway, we're teaming up with ColorWare to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a set of custom-painted third-generation AirPods or second-generation AirPods Pro. All of ColorWare's products come in hundreds of unique color combinations. For those unfamilia … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Kuo: iPhone 15 Pro Models Will No Longer Feature Solid-State Buttons

The next-generation iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will no longer feature solid-state buttons due to "unresolved technical issues before mass production," according to the latest information shared by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Kuo said iPhone 15 Pro models would be equi … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Directs Users Not to Hang Up on Operators in Accidental Crash Detection Calls

With the iPhone 14 models, Apple introduced a Crash Detection feature that is designed to contact emergency services automatically should a collision be detected. Crash Detection has already saved lives, but there have also been a number of complaints about the option accidentall … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

WWDC Apple Park Viewing Event Invites Going Out to Lucky Developers Who Won Lottery

Apple is now sending out emails to let developers know if they've been selected to attend the special WWDC viewing event that will be held on Monday, June 5 at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. Apple began accepting invites for the viewing event on Wednesday, Marc … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Subject to 'Special Abuse Control' Says German Antitrust Regulator

Germany's Bundeskartellamt antitrust authority today announced that Apple is subject to "extended abuse control" under the German Competition Act, which means that German regulators can prevent the company from engaging in "anti-competitive practices." Bundeskartellamt presiden … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 167 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements

Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser Apple first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed the ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to test features that may be introduced into future release versions of Safari. ‌Safari Technology Prev … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Deals: Apple's M2 Mac Mini Drops to New Record Low Prices, Starting at $499.99

Apple's 2023 M2 Mac mini has hit new all-time low prices in both storage configurations today on Amazon. As of writing, only Amazon has these deals and you can get the Mac mini delivered as soon as April 9. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

iOS 17 Rumored to Drop Support for iPhone X, First-Generation iPad Pro, and More

iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 will drop support for the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, first-generation 9.7-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro, and fifth-generation iPad, according to a source with a proven track record for upcoming software updates. The devices in this list were released be … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Netflix's Cheaper Ad-Supported Plan Now Available on Apple TV

Netflix this week brought its more affordable ad-supported plan to the Apple TV, which means subscribers who have the cheaper plan can now watch content through their set-top boxes from Apple. When Netflix launched its ad-supported plan back in November, it did not work on the … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Pages, Numbers, and Keynote Apps for iPad Now Support Apple Pencil Hover

Apple today updated its Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps for iPad with Apple Pencil hover support. Apple says this feature "makes it easy to navigate, write, sketch, and illustrate with greater precision" on the latest 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro. The latest iPad Pro models … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Releases First Public Beta of macOS Ventura 13.4

Apple today released the first beta of macOS Ventura 13.4 to its public beta testing group, allowing the general public to try out the software ahead of its official launch. The ‌macOS Ventura‌ 13.4 public beta comes two days after Apple provided the software to developers. Pu … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5

Apple today seeded the first betas of upcoming iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 updates to public beta testers, allowing non-developers to test out the software head of its official launch. The public betas come two days after Apple provided the betas to developers. Those who have sign … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Refurbished Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch SE 2 Models Now Available From Apple

Apple today added refurbished Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch SE 2 models to its online store in the United States, offering the latest Apple Watches at a discounted price for the first time. The ‌Apple Watch Series 8‌ is available starting at $339 for the 41mm GPS model, … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

MacBook Air With Slightly Smaller 13.4-Inch OLED Display Rumored

Apple is developing a MacBook Air with a 13.4-inch OLED display, according to Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants. The new model would have a slightly smaller display compared to the existing MacBook Air with a 13.6-inch LCD panel. In a tweet shared with paid su … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

OLED MacBook Air Reportedly Now in Development as Apple Plans to Bring New Display Technology to Multiple Product Lines

Samsung Display is developing a 13.3-inch OLED panel for a future MacBook Air model amid plans to switch several of Apple's product lines to the display technology, The Elec reports. LG Display is apparently developing OLED displays for both of the next-generation iPad Pro mode … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Leaked Apple Mixed Reality Headset Parts Outline Goggle Enclosure in More Detail

With Apple's rumored mixed reality headset potentially being unveiled on June 5 during Tim Cook's opening WWDC keynote address, established leaker Sonny Dickson has shared clearer images on Twitter of the only leaked components we have seen for the device thus far. The high-res … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Netflix's TV Gaming Plan Allows iPhone to Be Used as Controller

Netflix is working to extend its nascent video game platform to TVs and part of the plan involves allowing subscribers to use their iPhone as a controller, reports Bloomberg. According to the report, app developer Steve Moser shared code he discovered hidden within Netflix's iO … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Apple Car's Self-Driving System Reportedly Advances, Could Use Sensors From iPhone LiDAR Supplier

Apple has made advancements with its self-driving system and could use LiDAR sensors from Wenmao, Economic Daily News reports. Apple has reportedly improved its vehicle project's self-driving capabilities and is expanding testing. The self-driving system apparently heavily reli … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Tim Cook Praises Apple's 'Symbiotic Relationship' With China During Beijing Visit

Apple CEO Tim Cook has praised his company's "symbiotic relationship" with China during his first visit to the country in the last three years. Tim Cook shares a photo of his visit to Apple's Wangfujing store via Weibo In his first visit since the pandemic began in 2020, the App … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Tim Cook Pays Tribute to the Late Intel Co-Founder Gordon Moore

Gordon Moore, co-founder and former chairman of Intel, died on Friday, March 24. He was 94. Tributes to the technology pioneer were shared on social media by Silicon Valley industry leaders over the weekend, including one from Apple CEO Tim Cook. Image credit: Intel"The world l … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in Yellow Launches Today, Apple Store Pickup Now Available

Apple's iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in a new Yellow color launches today, with the new model available for pickup at Apple Stores in the U.S. and select other countries. Online pre-orders also begin arriving to customers today, and pre-ordering is no longer required. Apple cus … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Top Stories: Yellow iPhone 14, Apple Music Classical Announced, and More

The rumors were right! This year's mid-cycle color addition for the iPhone 14 is indeed a bright yellow, and it's available for pre-order now alongside the usual spring color refresh for iPhone cases and Apple Watch bands. This week also saw the surprise announcement of Apple M … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus Now Available to Pre-Order in Yellow

Apple today began accepting pre-orders for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in a new Yellow color option in the U.S. and more than 60 other countries and regions. Deliveries to customers and in-store availability will begin Tuesday, March 14. There are no changes to the devices … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago

Yellow iPhone 14 Unboxing Videos Shared Ahead of Next Week's Launch

Apple's iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus models in a new Yellow color will begin arriving to customers and launch in stores on Tuesday, March 14, following pre-orders starting later today. Ahead of time, several unboxing videos of the new models have surfaced online, offering a close … | Continue reading


@macrumors.com | 1 year ago