Apple Fitness+ Announces New Programs, Strava Integration, and More
Apple today announced that Apple Fitness+ is set to gain new workout programs, breath meditation, Strava integration, and more.
Strava users will be able to share a Fitness+ workout to the Strava app, whi … ⌘ Read more
New MacBook Air Models Coming Soon With These Rumored Features
One of Apple’s first product announcements of 2025 will likely be updated 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models with the M4 chip.
Below, we recap rumors about the next MacBook Air models.
New Features ExpectedThe new MacBook Air models are expected to be equipped with Apple’s already-released M4 chip, which has a 10-core C … ⌘ Read more
Apple Shares Special Wallpaper and Watch Face to Celebrate New Store
Apple recently announced it will be opening a new retail store at the MixC Hefei shopping mall in Hefei, China on January 18 at 10 a.m. local time.
To celebrate the store’s upcoming grand opening, Apple has shared both a special wallpaper and [Apple Watch face](https://www.apple.com.cn/nso/hefei/images/wallpap … ⌘ Read more
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Apple Broke a 13-Year Hardware Streak in 2024
For over a decade, Apple has consistently announced all-new hardware product lines, from the iPad in 2010 to the Vision Pro in 2023. But for the first time in 14 years, Apple failed to announce any major new hardware products in 2024, focusing solely on updates and refinements to its existing product lines.
While Apple unveiled a l … ⌘ Read more
Apple Vision Pro May Now Be Out of Production
Apple’s first-generation Vision Pro headset may have now ceased production, following reports of reduced demand and production cuts earlier in the year.
In October, The Information’s Wayne Ma reported that Apple had abruptly reduced production of the Vision Pro headset ahead of po … ⌘ Read more
Apple Opens Doors to Its iPhone Audio and Video Testing Chambers
Apple recently invited CNET’s Patrick Holland to tour its specialized laboratories in Cupertino where company engineers test and calibrate the iPhone 16’s audio and video capabilities.
Holland’s visit centered on a long … ⌘ Read more
Standard iPhone 17 Display Again Said to Feature Higher Refresh Rate
Apple’s standard iPhone 17 next year will feature a display with a higher refresh rate, potentially bringing “ProMotion” technology to the base model in Apple’s flagship iPhone lineup for the first time.
Weibo-based Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station claimed over the week … ⌘ Read more
Top Stories: iOS 19 Compatibility, Top 5 Apple Products for 2025, and More
It’s shaping up to be a busy 2025 for Apple, with a number of rumors and articles this week highlighting some of what we can expect.
While the unveiling of iOS 19 is still over five months away, we’re already hearing about which devices are likely to support it, while in the much nearer term Apple is currently preparing an iOS 18.2.1 bug fix u … ⌘ Read more
Monero Observer Artistic Saturday Top 5 - Week 52, 2024
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Five Apple Intelligence Features Coming in 2025
Even though iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.2 added multiple Apple Intelligence features like Image Playground, Genmoji, Writing Tools, and more, there are still new Apple Intelligence capabilities that we’re waiting on. Apple has at least one more major Apple Intelligence update coming in 2025, and the … ⌘ Read more
6 iPhone Camera Tips to Enhance Your Photography Skills
Apple’s latest iPhones include several headline camera features that are worth using, such as Portrait Mode and Photographic Styles. But if all you want to use is the standard photo mode, there are still several tools and settings that can improve the composition of your pictures and help you capture the perfect shot using more traditional techniques.

The December 23, 2024 release of DietPi v9.9 introduces several enhancements, new images for additional devices, and a range of bug fixes. This update improves support for single-board computers from Orange Pi and FriendlyELEC, enhances software tools, and addresses critical issues reported by the community. DietPi: DietPi is a lightweight and optimized operating system based […] ⌘ Read more
Just Got a New iPhone 16? How to Use All the New Features
We’re guessing there have been quite a few iPhone 16 models gifted to lucky recipients over the holidays. If you’re the new owner of one of Apple’s latest models, then keep reading. Whether you’re upgrading from an older iPhone or completely new to the devices, this article will help you get the most out your iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max.
 by implementing a new text generation technique that offers substantial speed improvements for AI applications.
Apple earlier this year [published](https://mac … ⌘ Read more
ProcessOne: ejabberd 24.12
Here comes ejabberd 24.12, including a few improvements and bug fixes. This release comes a month and half after 24.10, with around 60 commits to the core repository alongside a few updates in dependencies.
Release Highlights:
- XEP-0484: Fast Authentication Streamlining Tokens: Reduce the time it takes for authentication. This helps with a faster start for cl … ⌘ Read more
iCloud Backups No Longer Available for iPhones and iPads Running iOS 8 or Earlier
Making a device backup over iCloud now requires iOS 9 or later, which means iPhones and iPads that are running iOS 8 or earlier are no longer able to be backed up using iCloud.
Apple [announced the change in November](https://www.macrumors.com/2024/11/18/apple-icloud-backup-ios-9-min … ⌘ Read more
Apple Released the Original AirPods Eight Years Ago Today
Today marks eight years since Apple launched the original AirPods. Unveiled in September 2016 alongside the iPhone 7, the wireless headphones became available on December 19, 2016, following a slight delay.
At the time, wireless headphones were already on the market but had not yet reached t … ⌘ Read more
Apple Drops Plans for iPhone Hardware Subscription Service
Apple is no longer planning to launch a hardware subscription service that would let customers “subscribe” to get a new iPhone each year, reports Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
 dropped from 4.1% to 3.9%. Push notifications regarding the cut were sent to Apple Card users on Tuesday evening. Savings account inte … ⌘ Read more
The XMPP Standards Foundation: The XMPP Newsletter November 2024
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Welcome to the XMPP Newsletter, great to have you here again!
This issue covers the month of November 2024.
Like this newsletter, many projects and their efforts in the XMPP community are a result of people’s voluntary work. If you are happy with the services and software you may be using, please consider saying thanks or help thes … ⌘ Read more
AirPods 4 Available for Record Low Black Friday Price of $164.99
Amazon has Apple’s AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation for $164.99, down from $179.00. This is one of the rare Black Friday deals that has stuck around this week, and right now we’re only tracking the sale on Amazon.
 in Co … ⌘ Read more
WhatsApp to Drop Support for These iPhones Starting May 2025
WhatsApp is set to end support for iOS versions older than iOS 15.1 from May next year, removing the chat platform’s compatibility with several iPhone models in the process.
From May 5, 2025, WhatsApp will no longer be compatible with iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus models. Users with those devices won’t be able to access the encrypted chat se … ⌘ Read more
Apple Cyber Monday Deals Available Now: AirPods, iPads, and More
Although Black Friday has ended, Cyber Monday is here and you can find great deals on numerous Apple devices right now. This includes big savings on AirPods, Apple Watch, MacBook Air, iPad, and more.
Armbian 24.11 Update Highlights System Improvements and Hardware Expansion
Armbian 24.11 introduces significant updates designed to improve system performance, expand hardware compatibility, and enhance usability for developers and SBC enthusiasts alike. This release focuses on streamlining workflows, refining tools, and providing new pre-configured images to simplify specific use cases. Armbian: Armbian is an open-source operating system based on Linux, specifically d … ⌘ Read more
10 Best Black Friday Apple Deals Still Available This Weekend
Black Friday 2024 has come to a close, and for anyone still shopping online this weekend there are plenty of great Apple-related deals to take advantage of as we transition into Cyber Monday. In this article we’re tracking the 10 best Black Friday Apple deals you can still get right now, including AirPods Pro 2, iPad, AirTag, and more.
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_Illustration by Ta … ⌘ Read moreSend and Receive RCS Messages on iPhone
Rich Communication Services (RCS) is a messaging standard Apple adopted in iOS 18 that is significantly enhancing the messaging experience between iPhone and Android devices. Think of it as SMS 2.0 – a major upgrade to the traditional text messaging we’ve been using for years.
Apple’s decision to embrace RCS came [last year](https://www.macrumors.com/2023/11/16/apple-t … ⌘ Read more
iOS 19 Rumors: More ChatGPT-Like Siri, Some New Features ‘Postponed’
iOS 19 is not expected to be announced until June 2025, but the software update’s first major new feature has already leaked.
In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reiterated his previous report that said iOS 19 will introduce a “ [more conversational Siri](https://www.macrumors.co … ⌘ Read more
Compulab’s UCM-iMX95 with NXP i.MX 95 Processor, Real-Time Cortex-M7, and eIQ Neutron NPU
The UCM-iMX95, a compact System-on-Module by Compulab, is built around the NXP i.MX 95 processor, leveraging ARM Cortex-A55 cores clocked at up to 2.0 GHz. Optimized for industrial applications, it delivers robust performance in graphics, image processing, and artificial intelligence workloads. This ultra-compact System-on-Module, measuring just 28 x 40 mm, integrates … ⌘ Read more
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Top Stories: AirTag 2 Rumors, Black Friday Deals, and More
2024 may be winding down, but things are still busy in the Apple universe as the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear with massive deals while we’re also tracking a number of rumors about upcoming Apple products.
This week also saw several operating system updates from Apple to address some security issues, so read on below for all the details on these sto … ⌘ Read more
invisCAM A Compact 2MP Camera for Low Light and Low Power Applications
This month, Arducam introduced the invisCAM, a compact imaging solution that integrates advanced functionality and precise engineering within a small form factor. The camera is designed to address the challenges of achieving high-quality imaging, functional versatility, and cost efficiency in a portable USB device. The invisCAM features a Sony STARVIS 2MP image sensor with a […] ⌘ Read more
Tap to Pay on iPhone Now Available in New Zealand
Apple this week expanded Tap to Pay on iPhone to New Zealand, which means independent sellers, small businesses, and other merchants in the country can use an iPhone as a contactless payment terminal.
With Tap to Pay on iPho … ⌘ Read more
Apple’s Browser Rules Stifle Innovation on iOS, Says UK Regulator
Apple’s restrictions on mobile browsers are limiting innovation and holding back new features that could benefit iPhone users, according to provisional findings published today by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
In its [report](https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-publishes-provisional-findings-in-mobile-browsers-a … ⌘ Read more
Ignite Realtime Blog: Florian, Dan and Dave Elected in the XSF!
In an annual vote, not one, not two, but three Ignite Realtime community members have been selected into leadership positions of the XMPP Standards Foundation!
The XMPP Standards Foundation is an independent, nonprofit standards development organisation whose [primary mission is to define open protocols](https://xmpp.org … ⌘ Read more
iPhone Base Models Remain Best-Sellers Despite Pro Max Appeal
Apple’s base model iPhones have collectively accounted for 42% of its smartphone sales this year, but iPhone Pro Max devices stand as the best-selling individual model, according to new data from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP).
The report reveals an interesting sales distri … ⌘ Read more
Apple Watch Series 10 Hits New Low Price of $329.99 on Amazon
Black Friday deals continue to drop for the Apple Watch Series 10 on Amazon, with $69 off both 42mm GPS and 46mm GPS models. All of these deals have been applied automatically and do not require any coupon codes.
‘Control Ultimate Edition’ Coming to Mac on February 12, 2025
Remedy Entertainment has announced that Control Ultimate Edition will launch on Mac on February 12, 2025. The award-winning action-adventure game has garnered over 80 industry accolades since its 2019 debut, and two expansions in the intervening years have kept the franchise alive.
 lawsuit after British consumer group Which? on Thursday alleged that the company breached competition law by locking millions of its customers out of its iCloud service and charging them “rip-off prices.”
Apple users receive 5GB of free storage t … ⌘ Read more
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