Where’s the Calculator on iPad? Use Spotlight!
Calculators are wildly useful tools for various obvious reasons, whether you need to perform simple math or complex calculations. One of the more curious iPad oversights on Apple’s behalf is the lack of a built-in Calculator app, which is missing on iPad, but has been included on the Mac, iPhone, and Apple Watch, since the … Read More ⌘ Read more

How to Watch Apple’s WWDC 2024 Keynote on June 10
The 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference will take place the week of June 10 to June 14, and like the last four years, it will be an online event, although select developers and students will be invited to Apple Park. To kick things off, Apple holds a keynote event on the Monday to announce new software, which is what makes it of interest to the general public.

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Watch a Video of John Sculley Discussing Steve Jobs Being Fired from Apple
Steve Jobs being fired from Apple, the company he cofounded, is both a famous moment in Apple history, and broader business history. The story generally goes that Jobs was fired in 1985 due to a significant disagreement with the Apple CEO, John Sculley, and the companies board of directors. Who better to discuss the firing … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/06/08/watch-john-sculley-discusses- … ⌘ Read more

Top Stories: WWDC Next Week With iOS 18 Beta and More
WWDC is right around the corner! All eyes will be on Cupertino next week as Apple takes the wraps off the next major updates to iOS, macOS, and other platforms.

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Artificial intelligence is the hottest buzzword in technology these days, and Apple will be getting on that train with Monday’s announcements, pushing beyond its existing machine learning features to deploy mo … ⌘ Read more

Best Apple Deals of the Week: Get $100 Off Apple Watch Series 9 Plus Low Prices on AirPods
Amazon had one of the week’s best Apple deals, with $100 off a huge collection of Apple Watch Series 9 models. While some of these have since expired, there are still plenty of aluminum and stainless steel models on sale at this steep discount, and you’ll also find discounts on AirPods, MacBook Air, and the Apple Studio Display.

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Apple to Announce ‘Apple Intelligence’ Opt-In AI Service at WWDC
Apple will announce its new AI feature set for Apple devices at WWDC on June 10, and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that it will be officially called “Apple Intelligence.”

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The opt-in AI capabilities will be coming to iOS 18, iPadOS 15, and [macOS 15](https://ww … ⌘ Read more

Apple Arcade Adding These New Games in July
Apple today revealed three new games coming to Apple Arcade on July 3, including town-building strategy game Outlanders 2: Second Nature, side-scrolling action game Punch Kick Duck+, and the calm and relaxin … ⌘ Read more

Apple Commits to At Least Five Years of iPhone Security Updates
Apple has revealed its commitment to a minimum of five years of iPhone security software updates from the date a device is launched, thanks to a new legal requirement in the United Kingdom (via Android Authority).

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Apple’s Latest Macs and iPads Have Hidden Smart Home Thread Radio
Apple has added an unannounced Thread radio in most of the Macs and iPads that have been released in the last eight months, according to a report from The Verge. Thread is not listed as a feature in the specifications for the devices released since September 2023, but FCC reports suggest that a Thread radio is indeed included.

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Revealed: Complete iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Dimensions
This year, Apple is set to increase the size of its premium iPhones, and it will be the first size update we’ve had in several years. While we’ve known for some time that the iPhone 16 Pro will measure in at 6.3 inches (up from 6.1) and the Pro Max will measure in at 6.9 inches (up from 6.7), we have not had a complete picture of every dimension, until now.

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Apple iPhone Trade-In Promotion Ends as Credit Values Lowered
As expected, Apple has ended its limited-time promotion that increased the trade-in values for select iPhone models in the United States when customers buy a new iPhone.

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The two-week promotion officially came to a close on June 3, which means anyone trading in their ex … ⌘ Read more

How GitHub reduced testing time for iOS apps with new runner features
Learn how GitHub used macOS and Apple Silicon runners for GitHub Actions to build, test, and deploy our iOS app faster.

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How to Install Java on Mac with M3, M2, M1 Apple Silicon Chip
Some Mac users may need to install Java on their Apple Silicon equipped Mac – whether it’s an M1, M2, M3, or other M-series ARM chip – allowing them to run Java-based applications and software on their computers. Whether it’s to run specific enterprise software, use particular educational tools and compsci courses, run Java web … Read More ⌘ Read more

Get 6% Cash Back at Ace Hardware With Latest Apple Card Promotion
Apple Card holders can get extra Daily Cash back when making purchases at Ace Hardware during the month of June, according to a new email Apple started sending out today.

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From now until June 30, ‌Apple Card‌ users who make a purchase at Ace Hardware can earn six percent cash back instead of the st … ⌘ Read more

iPhone 16 Pro Could Break Record for Thinnest Bezels on a Smartphone
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16 Pro models will have the thinnest bezels of any smartphone, beating the screen border thinness of even its latest iPhone 15 Pro devices. That’s according to the leaker known as “Ice Universe,” who has divulged accurate information about Apple’s plans in the past.

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Get the New M4 iPad Pro & M2 iPad Air Wallpapers
The powerful new M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air series come equipped from the Apple factory with some pretty nice looking wallpapers, but that doesn’t mean you have to buy a new iPad just to enjoy the appearance on your current devices. The M2 iPad Air wallpapers feature bright shiny colorful abstractions based upon … Read More ⌘ Read more

Gurman: No Hardware at WWDC, Next Apple TV No Longer Coming Soon
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman does not expect Apple to announce any new hardware during its WWDC 2024 keynote on June 10.

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Top Stories: WWDC Schedule, iOS 18 Rumors, and Beats Solo Buds Release Date
WWDC month is here! Rumors about what we may see at Apple’s annual developer conference have been building for months, and now we’re just days away from the keynote event where Apple will unveil what it has in store for iOS 18, macOS 15, and more.

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Apple’s Beats brand also has some new products that should be launching shortly, while Apple has fi … ⌘ Read more

Foldable MacBooks: Six Things to Know About Apple’s Future Plans
Rumors from multiple reliable sources suggest that Apple is working on a MacBook that has a foldable screen, and it could in fact be Apple’s first foldable device, coming before a foldable iPhone. We’ve rounded up six key features that we’ve heard about the device so far.

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Apple Vision Pro International Launch Likely Scheduled for July
The international launch of Apple’s Vision Pro headset could finally occur in July, just over six months after the device was released in the United States.

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A source familiar with the matter told MacRumors that the Apple Vision Pro is now scheduled to launch internationally in Jul … ⌘ Read more

Spatial Puzzle Game ‘Where Cards Fall’ Now Available on Apple Vision Pro
Apple is continuing to add to its lineup of Apple Arcade games on the Vision Pro, today adding puzzle game Where Cards Fall.

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More Details About iOS 18’s AI Features Revealed
Apple is planning to introduce new AI features including Smart Replies for messages and a generative retouch tool for photos in iOS 18, a new report claims.

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A new article from _[AppleInsider](https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/05/30/ios-18-project-greymatter-will-use-ai-to-summarize-notif … ⌘ Read more

Japanese ‘My Number Card’ Digital IDs Coming to Apple’s Wallet App
Apple today announced that support for national My Number Card IDs in Japan will be coming to Apple’s Wallet app “late next spring,” marking the first expansion of digital IDs in Apple Wallet beyond the United States [ [Google translation](https://www-apple-com.translate.goog/jp/newsroom/2024/05/apple-announc … ⌘ Read more

How to Find a Misplaced Apple Watch with iPhone’s Ping My Watch
If you’re an Apple Watch user, you should know about a convenient feature for iPhone that helps you to easily find a misplaced Apple Watch. Much like how you can ping an iPhone with Apple Watch to find an iPhone, you can now go the other direction too, by pinging your Apple Watch from your … Read More ⌘ Read more

Apple TV App Likely Coming to Android Smartphones, Job Listing Shows
Apple’s TV app could be available on Android smartphones and tablets in the future, according to a job listing spotted by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.

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Apple to Open First Retail Store in Malaysia on June 22
Apple is set to open its first retail store in Malaysia on June 22, marking a significant expansion of its physical retail presence in south-east Asia. The new store will be located in Kuala Lumpur at The Exchange TRX mall.

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Apple Design Award Finalists Announced Ahead of WWDC 2024
As we prepare for the 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple today announced its finalists for the Apple Design Awards. Apple chooses the best apps and games annually, announcing the winners at WWDC.

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iPhone Sales Recover in China Amid Surge in Smartphone Demand
Apple’s iPhone sales in China surged by 52% in April, reflecting a significant rebound driven by aggressive price cuts and renewed consumer demand, Bloomberg reports.

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Apple Says Future iPads Could Feature Landscape Apple Logo
French website Numerama interviewed three senior Apple employees about the new iPad Pro models that launched earlier this month. While the discussion did not reveal many new details, it did mention one potential change for future iPads.

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Deals: M1 iPad Air for $399, M3 MacBook Air 15″ 16GB/512GB for $1499, & More
Amazon is back with offering some great deals on the M1 iPad Air M1 model, taking $200 off the $599 MSRP, bringing the final price to just $399. To round it out, there’s also nice discounts on the compatible Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil, so you can get a full iPad Air setup at a … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/26/deals-m1-ipad-air-for-399-m3-macbook-air-15-16gb-512 … ⌘ Read more

Gurman: iOS 18 Will Allow Users to Recolor App Icons and Place Them Anywhere
Apple’s iOS 18 update will introduce new features for further customizing the iPhone’s home screen, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.

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Top Stories: iOS 17.5.1 Fixes Concerning Photos Bug, All-New iPhone 17 Model Rumored, and More
It’s been quite a week of Apple news and rumors, ranging from a concerning bug with deleted photos reappearing on users’ devices to hot rumors about a new high-end iPhone model for 2025 and a MacBook with a foldable screen coming as soon as 2026.

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Best Apple Deals of the Week: iPads and Apple Watches See Record Low Prices Alongside Samsung Monitors
This week began with a sitewide sale on Samsung that will continue through this Sunday, and continued with great discounts on the M4 iPad Pro, 10th generation iPad, Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Ultra 2.

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Apple Sheds More Light on iOS 17.5 Bug That Resurfaced Deleted Photos
Last week, some iPhone users reported that Apple’s iOS 17.5 update had introduced a bug that caused old photos that were deleted to reappear in the Photos app. Apple quickly released an iOS 17.5.1 update to fix the issue, but for many users, its explanation of “da … ⌘ Read more

macOS 15 System Settings to Get Design Overhaul
With the macOS 15 update that is set to debut at WWDC in June, Apple plans to rearrange “menus and app UIs,” according to a report from _AppleInsider_. The System Settings app, which was [last updated with macOS Ventura](https://www.macrumors.com/2022/06/06/macos-ventura-sy … ⌘ Read more

Apple Deals: $200 Off M3 MacBook Air 15″ 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD
Amazon is back with some more great deals on the MacBook Air series, taking $200 off the 15″ model and $150 off the 13″ model, both with the upgraded 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD configurations. The latest MacBook Air features a Liquid Retina LCD display in either 13″ or 15″ screen sizes, the powerful and … Read More ⌘ Read more

What the Golf on Apple Vision Pro Gains New Levels
Popular Apple Arcade game What the Golf? for the Vision Pro is being updated with a slew of new content, with Apple adding 15 new areas with more than 100 spatial levels and 200 challenges to complete.

What the Golf? is, as the name suggests, a mini golf game aimed at people who hate golf. The goal is to get the ball to the hole, and every hole has a twist with different game mechanics to overcome.
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Apple Adds Support for Live Activities to Shazam
Apple today added support for Live Activities in Shazam, its free music discovery and identification app.

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Shazam’s Live Activities keep the user updated when searching for music in the background, which is particularly useful when multitasking or identifying songs in other apps. The last [sign … ⌘ Read more

iOS 17.5.1 & iPadOS 17.5.1 Update Released to Fix Reappearing Deleted Photos Bug
Apple has released a small bug fix update for iPhone and iPad versioned as iOS 17.5.1 and iPadOS 17.5.1. The update specifically aims to fix a very strange bug where deleted photos would randomly reappear on some users devices. Sometimes the photos that reappeared on user devices were deleted many years prior, raising serious questions … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/ … ⌘ Read more

Play Apple Music in Retro Mac OS X Fashion with QuickTune
Apple Music may be a modern offering from Apple, but a super fun project from developer Mario Guzman offers a very nostalgic interface to Apple Music, giving it a QuickTime lookalike appearance from 2005. Aptly named QuickTune, you’ll find QuickTune has a super simple and fun retro brushed metal interface to interact with Apple Music … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/21/play-apple-music-in-retro-mac-os-x-fashi … ⌘ Read more

New Beats Pill Appears in FCC Database Ahead of Launch
Multiple celebrities have been spotted with a new version of the Beats Pill speaker, and today the device showed up in an FCC database, suggesting that we’re getting closer to a potential launch.

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FCC filings typically happen just weeks ahead of when a product launches, so we could see this new Beats Pill speaker sometime in June. Apple plans to launch [Solo Buds … ⌘ Read more

iPhone 16 Pro Max to Feature New 48MP Wide and Ultra Wide Cameras
Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max will boast a bigger main camera sensor while both iPhone 16 Pro models will feature a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera for the first time, claims a rumor coming out of Asia.

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According to Weibo user OvO Baby Sauce OvO, the main camera of the iPhone 16 Pro Max will be based on an advanced c … ⌘ Read more

Apple Releases iOS 17.5.1 With Fix for Reappearing Photos Bug
Apple today released iOS 17.5.1 and iPadOS 17.5.1, minor updates to the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 operating system updates that came out last September. The 17.5.1 updates come a week after the launch of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5.

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Apple Promotion Boosts iPhone Trade-In Values for a Limited Time
Apple today launched a limited-time promotion that increases the trade-in values for select iPhone models in the United States when customers buy a new iPhone.

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The promotion lasts from today until June 3, and means anyone trading in their existing iPhone 11 or newer will get more money knocked off the price of a new iPhone. As you can see fro … ⌘ Read more

Gurman: No New Mac Studio and Mac Pro Until Mid-2025
Apple will not refresh the Mac Studio and Mac Pro with next-generation high-end chips until the middle of 2025, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.

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Apple to Increase Old iPhone Trade-In Values for iPhone 15 Customers
Apple for a limited time will increase the trade-in value for older iPhones when customers buy any iPhone 15 model in the U.S. and Canada.

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Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports that Apple will soon boost the credit paid for older iPhones when customers buy an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus … ⌘ Read more

How to Check Battery Life of Apple Watch
The Apple Watch is a nifty gadget that many of us are fans of, but one of the curious things about Apple Watch is that it doesn’t have an obvious battery percentage remaining indicator, unlike the iPhone, iPad, Apple Pencil, AirPods, or Mac. Furthermore, it’s not necessarily obvious how to check how much battery life … Read More ⌘ Read more

MacRumors Giveaway: Win an Apple Vision Pro From iMazing
For this week’s giveaway, we’ve teamed up with iMazing to offer MacRumors a chance to win an Apple Vision Pro headset. The giveaway celebrates the recent release of iMazing 3, a … ⌘ Read more

Apple Launches Tap to Pay on iPhone in Japan
Apple has announced Tap to Pay on iPhone in Japan, allowing independent sellers, small merchants, and large retailers in the country to use ‌iPhones‌ as a payment terminal.

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New iPads Get Redesigned Magnets for More Smart Folio Viewing Angles
Apple has new Smart Folio cases for its latest M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air models that boast a wider range of viewing angles, and thanks to Marques Brownlee, we now know how it’s done.

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With the help of some magnet paper, MKBHD reveals that Apple has added bigger, more cubic magnets to the M4 iP … ⌘ Read more

Goodnotes Adds New Features That Work With Apple Pencil Pro
Popular note taking app Goodnotes today announced new features that are designed to work with the Apple Pencil Pro that launched alongside the 2024 iPad Pro models. The ‌Apple Pencil‌ Pro supports a squeeze gesture with haptic feedback, as well as a barrel roll for better control over shaped pen and brush tools.

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Apple Previews Three New CarPlay Features Coming With iOS 18
Apple today previewed new accessibility features coming with iOS 18 later this year, and this includes some new options for CarPlay.

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Apple highlighted three new features coming to CarPlay:

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M2 iPad Air and M4 iPad Pro Models Now Available for Same-Day Pickup
Starting today, Apple’s new M2 iPad Air and M4 iPad Pro models are available for same-day or next-day pickup at Apple Stores, with no pre-order required. Online orders are also beginning to arrive to customers today.

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Customers across the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and other regions can now place an order on Ap … ⌘ Read more

Apple Deals: M1 iPad Air for $399, Apple Watch 9 for $299, etc
Amazon is back with some really great deals on select Apple products. Leading the way is the fantastic M1 iPad Air for just $399, discounted 33% from the $599 MSRP – sure it was just replaced by the M2 Air model but that is $599, so simply getting the last-gen saves you $200! Next up … Read More ⌘ Read more

iOS 16.7.8 & iPadOS 16.7.8 Updates for Older iPhones & iPads Available
Alongside iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5, Apple has also released iOS 16.7.8 and iPadOS 16.7.8 updates for older model iPhone and iPads. iOS 16.7.8 and iPadOS 16.7.8 include security fixes and do not appear to have any other changes. iOS 16.7.8 and iPadOS 16.7.8 are available for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/14/ios-16-7-8-ipados-16-7-8-upda … ⌘ Read more

Apple Says It Stopped $7 Billion in Fraudulent Transactions in Last 4 Years
Apple today shared its fourth annual fraud prevention analysis, providing insight into how the App Store’s rules protect users from fraudulent apps and other security issues.

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New iPad Air and iPad Pro Feature Battery Health Menu Including Cycle Count and 80% Charging Limit Option
Apple’s latest iPad Air and iPad Pro models feature a new Battery Health menu in the Settings app that is not available on older iPads, and which includes options that were once limited to iPhone 15 models.

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iOS 17.5 & iPadOS 17.5 Updates Released with Bug Fixes
iOS 17.5 for iPhone, and iPadOS 17.5 for iPad, have been released by Apple. The new software updates are available with bug fixes, security enhancements, enhancements to Apple News, and a new Pride Radiance wallpaper from Apple to celebrate the LGBTQIA2S++ communities for Pride month. Separately, updates are also available for watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5, … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/13/ios-17-5-ipados-17-5-update-download … ⌘ Read more

MacOS Sonoma 14.5 Update Released with Security Fixes
Apple has released MacOS Sonoma 14.5 for Mac users running the Sonoma operating system. The MacOS 14.5 update includes bug fixes, security enhancements, and some changes and improvements to add various word games to the paid Apple News+ service. Mac users running earlier versions of system software will find MacOS Ventura 13.6.7 and MacOS Monterey … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/13/macos-sonoma-14-5-update-released- … ⌘ Read more

Apple Wrapping Up OpenAI Deal to Bring ChatGPT Features to iOS 18
Apple has closed in on a deal with OpenAI that should see ChatGPT being used to power new features in its next iPhone operating system, according to Bloomberg.

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Top Stories: Apple Event With New iPads, Apple Pencil Pro, and More
Apple’s “Let Loose” event this week went off largely as expected, headlined by new iPad Pro and iPad Air models.

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The updated higher-end devices are complemented by some new accessories, while Apple also tidied up the lower-end of the lineup a bit, so read on below for all the details!

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How to Listen to Voicemail from Apple Watch
As an Apple Watch owner, you likely have noticed that phone calls from your iPhone will ring on your Apple Watch, where you can answer and reject those calls as you wish. If you reject or mute the call from the Watch, the caller will have the option to leave a voice message on the … Read More ⌘ Read more

Every Model of Apple’s M1 iPad Air Drops to Record Low Prices on Amazon
Today we’re tracking multiple record low prices across the M1 iPad Air on Amazon, with $150 off every configuration of these now-discontinued tablets. This comes just a few days after Apple announced the new M2 iPad Air, which start at $599.

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3 Great Photo App Tips for iPhone, iPad, & Mac That You May Have Overlooked
The Photos app is a major part of the Apple ecosystem, providing a ton of powerful capabilities for managing and editing photos whether you’re using Photos on iPhone, Mac, or iPad. While you may already be familiar with some great tips like editing photos for color, cropping, applying filters, and creating folders for your photos, … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/09/overlooked-photos-app-tips-iphone-i … ⌘ Read more

How to Fix the Apple Watch Squiggly Line Screen
Apple Watch users may occasionally see a black screen with a squiggly line that looks like a charging cable and lightning bolt, and when this screen is active you will find Apple Watch is not usable. You may run into this screen after an Apple Watch has not been in use for a while, and … Read More ⌘ Read more

Release Candidate of iOS 17.5 & iPadOS 17.5 Available for Testing
Apple has issued release candidate builds for iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5, and visionOS 1.2. MacOS Sonoma 14.5 release candidate is not yet available. The release candidate versions arrived right after the new M4 iPad Pro debuted, and the final version of iPadOS 17.5 will almost certainly ship on that device. How … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/08/release-candidate-of-io … ⌘ Read more

New M4 iPad Pro, M2 iPad Air, Apple Pencil Pro, & Magic Keyboard Released by Apple
Apple unveiled updates to their iPad lineup today, featuring newly redesigned iPad Pro models with M4 chips, and updates to the iPad Air which now include the M2 chip and a 13″ display size option. Additionally, Apple introduced a new Apple Pencil Pro for iPad Pro, and a redesigned Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro. M4 … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/05/07/new-m4-ipa … ⌘ Read more

Apple Deals: Save $150 on M3 MacBook Air 15″ 16GB RAM / 512GB SSD, Apple Watch 9 for $299, & More
The M3 MacBook Air 15″ is available from Amazon at a nice $150 discount in certain configurations, in Midnight, Starlight, Space Grey, and Silver color options, just be sure you clip the on-page coupon to get the full discounted price. You can get the excellent upgraded model of the 15″ Air with 16GB RAM and … [Read More](https://osxdaily. … ⌘ Read more

What is the Story of the Apple Pirate Flag?
“It’s better to be a pirate than join the navy.” – Steve Jobs Have you ever seen the Apple Pirate Flag, sometimes called the Apple Jolly Roger, and wondered what the story was around that? I did too, so I dug into a bit to uncover a fun little part of Apple history. Apple’s early … Read More ⌘ Read more

Beta 4 of macOS Sonoma 14.5, iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, Available for Testing
The fourth beta versions of iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, and iPadOS 17.5 have been released to users engaging in the beta testing programs for Apple system software. Additionally, new betas for watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5, and visionOS 1.2, are also available. While it’s not clear when the final versions of these system software versions … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/30/beta-4-of-m … ⌘ Read more

How to Use AirPods with Apple TV
One of the many handy features and capabilities of AirPods is that they can be used with an Apple TV. This is perfect for situations where you’re in a shared environment or house and want to watch something on TV without disturbing others who are nearby, and there are many other obvious uses of this … Read More ⌘ Read more

Deals: Apple Watch Series 9 for $299, AirPods from $89, AirTags 4-pack for $79
Thinking about getting an Apple Watch or upgrading to a newer model? If so, the Series 9 is available at a whopping 25% off, taking $100 of the retail price right now on Amazon. Plus, there’s some great deals on AirTags and AirPods too, so check out the deals and grab something if it strikes … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/30/deals-apple-watch-series-9-for-299-airpods-from … ⌘ Read more

How to Use AirPods with Apple TV
One of the many handy features and capabilities of AirPods is that they can be used with an Apple TV. This is perfect for situations where you’re in a shared environment or house and want to watch something on TV without disturbing others who are nearby, and there are many other obvious uses of this … Read More ⌘ Read more

6 Useful Apple Watch Tips
Apple Watch is a unique device that has a wealth of features crammed into a small wristwatch. By learning some handy tips and tricks, you can get the most out of your Apple Watch. From preventing accidental input, to customizing the watch face, sending messages, using as a remote control, and more, read along to … Read More ⌘ Read more

Fixing Apple Watch False Touch & Ghost Touch Issues
Some Apple Watch users have experienced a situation where their Apple Watch seems to respond to phantom touches, which some users have come to call ghost touches. These false touches can happen in a variety of different situations, from the Apple Watch simply being on your wrist and doing nothing out of the ordinary, to … Read More ⌘ Read more

How to Connect AirPods to a Smart TV
AirPods are extremely popular wireless earbuds, and while most people associate them with the Apple ecosystem, they can be used outside of that too. One common situation that appeals to many people is the idea of connecting AirPods to a smart TV, allowing for the use of the wireless headphones for watching a show, movie, … Read More ⌘ Read more

Beta 3 of iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, iPadOS 17.5, Available for Testing
Apple has issued the third beta versions of iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, iPadOS 17.5, watchOS 10.5, visionOS 1.2, and tvOS 17.5, to all users participating in the beta testing programs for Apple system software. The new beta builds are available to both developer beta and public beta testers on any actively enrolled device, though … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/24/beta-3-of-ios- … ⌘ Read more

How to Customize the Finder Sidebar on Mac
Do you want to change the way the sidebar looks on your Mac when you open a new Finder window? This is done by customizing the Finder Preferences according to your liking. Apple offers several ways to customize the Finder sidebar on macOS computers. Finder is the default file manager on macOS systems and the … Read More ⌘ Read more

Apple Event Set for May 7, New iPads Expected
Apple has set an online event for 7:00AM PST on Tuesday, May 7, for the early birds on the west coast, or mid-morning east coast folks. While Apple offers only a vague hint of what’s to come with the event artwork, the rumor mill speculates that updated iPad models will be revealed that feature the … Read More ⌘ Read more

How to Mute a Call on Apple Watch
Since the Apple Watch is tied to your iPhone, you’ve likely noticed that phone calls can be made or answered on your wrist. While you might know how to answer or reject phone calls on the Apple Watch, did you know that you can silence or mute a call to your Apple Watch too? These … Read More ⌘ Read more

Dream Setup
I love Daniel Bogan’s Uses This blog, even though it seems a bit Apple
heavy at times. People sharing what tools, both hardware and software,
that work for them is very helpful. A lot of things I never knew
about came from this or similar sites, or just people’s own home pages
copying Uses This’ questions and giving their own answers.

I love to see photos of people’s setup, like Reddit’s
/r/battlestations or the incredibly detailed interviews at … ⌘ Read more

Beta 2 of iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, Available for Testing
The second beta versions of iOS 17.5, iPadOS 17.5, MacOS Sonoma 14.5, tvOS 17.5, watchOS 10.5, and visionOS 1.2, have been made available by Apple to participants in the beta testing programs for Apple system software. Both developer and public beta testers are able to access the new builds on any enrolled device that is … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/18/beta-2-of-ios-17-5-ipado … ⌘ Read more

How to Use Apple Watch as Viewfinder & Remote for iPhone Camera
Did you know that your Apple Watch can be used as a viewfinder and shutter button for the camera on your iPhone? Sure, some of you may already know this, but a lot of new Apple Watch users aren’t aware of this nifty feature that can come in handy while taking photos in a variety … Read More ⌘ Read more

How to Enable Do Not Disturb on Apple Watch
Do Not Disturb is one of the most useful features for Apple Watch, and every other Apple device too for that matter. With Do Not Disturb, you can minimize distractions and interruptions, without completely silencing your Apple Watch or turning off all notifications completely. Using Do Not Disturb on Apple Watch is one of those … Read More ⌘ Read more

MacOS Ventura 13.6.6 & Safari 17.4.1 Update Available
Apple has released macOS Ventura 13.6.6 for Mac users running Ventura, along with Safari 17.4.1 for Mac users running Ventura and Monterey. These software updates include some of the same critical security fixes that came with macOS Sonoma 14.4.1, and are aimed at users who are not running the Sonoma operating system on their Macs. … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/03/macos-ventura-13-6-6-safari-17-4-1-update-avail … ⌘ Read more

First Beta of iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, iPadOS 17.5 Released for Testing
Apple has released the first beta versions of a round of upcoming future software updates, versioned as iOS 17.5 for iPhone, macOS Sonoma 14.5 for Mac, iPadOS 17.5 for iPad, tvOS 17.5 for Apple TV, watchOS 10.5 for Apple Watch, and visionOS 1.2 for Apple Vision Pro. The betas are available now to users enrolled … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/02/first-beta-of-ios-17-5-macos- … ⌘ Read more

iOS 16.7.7 & iPadOS 16.7.7 Released for Older iPhone & iPad Models
Apple has released iOS 16.7.7 and iPadOS 16.7.7 for select older model iPhone and iPads. The updates seem to include the same essential and applicable security fixes that iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 included. Specifically, iOS 16.7.7 is available for iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, while iPadOS 16.7.7 is available for iPad 5th … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/04/01/ios-16-7-7-ipados-1 … ⌘ Read more

How to Install Windows WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux)
If you’re a Windows user, whether on a PC, in a dual boot environment with Boot Camp on an Intel Mac, or you’re running Windows 11 in a virtual machine on an Apple Silicon Mac, you may have an interest in installing Windows Subsystem for Linux, or WSL. Windows Subsystem for Linux puts a full … Read More ⌘ Read more

How to Fix the Apple Watch Squiggly Charging Cable Screen
If you have an Apple Watch, or you just bought an Apple Watch, you may occasionally run into a situation where the Apple Watch displays a squiggly line charging cable on the screen, sometimes with a little lightning bolt icon as well. Some people have even referred to this screen as the ‘green snake screen’ … Read More ⌘ Read more

Apple Deals: Save Up to $125 Off New M3 MacBook Air 15″ in 16GB / 512GB
The M3 MacBook Air 15″ model may be brand new, but Amazon is already offering up to 7% off the fantastic Mac laptop in certain configurations. Specifically, you can get the base model M3 MacBook Air with 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD for $1204 (down from $1299), but even better is the upgraded model with … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/03/29/apple-deals-save-up-to-125-off-new-m3-macbook-air … ⌘ Read more

How to Fix the Apple Watch Squiggly Charging Cable Screen
If you have an Apple Watch, or you just bought an Apple Watch, you may occasionally run into a situation where the Apple Watch displays a squiggly line charging cable on the screen, sometimes with a little lightning bolt icon as well. Some people have even referred to this screen as the ‘green snake screen’ … Read More ⌘ Read more

Create a Resume with Pages on Mac, iPhone, iPad
Creating a resume is one of those tasks that can be stressful, but it does not need to be if you’re in the Apple ecosystem. That’s because your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, all have a readily accessible series of resume templates that you can access. Whether it’s updating a resume into a new format, or … Read More ⌘ Read more

WWDC 2024 Set for June 10-14, Expect iOS 18, macOS 15, visionOS 2, etc
Apple has announced their annual developer conference, WWDC, will take place from June 10 to June 14 of this year. The majority of WWDC 2024 will be online, however there will be an in-person event and keynote speech on June 10, at Apple’s Cupertino California headquarters. Apple typically unveils new versions of upcoming system software … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/03/26/wwdc-2024-set- … ⌘ Read more

Create a Resume with Pages on Mac, iPhone, iPad
Creating a resume is one of those tasks that can be stressful, but it does not need to be if you’re in the Apple ecosystem. That’s because your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, all have a readily accessible series of resume templates that you can access. Whether it’s updating a resume into a new format, or … Read More ⌘ Read more

MacOS Sonoma 14.4.1 Update Released with Bug Fixes & Security Updates
Apple has released macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 as an update for Mac users running the Sonoma operating system. The software update includes bug fixes and security enhancements, and appears to resolve the USB hub and external monitor issues that some Mac users were experiencing with macOS Sonoma 14.4 update. Separately, macOS Ventura 13.6.6 is also available … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/03/ … ⌘ Read more

How to Use the Apple Watch Keyboard: Typing on Apple Watch Directly, & with Dictation, or iPhone
The Apple Watch may be small and on your wrist, but believe it or not the Apple Watch also has a keyboard. Yes, even with the small screen, you can use a full size QWERTY keyboard on Apple Watch to type things out, whether it’s a quick response to a message, or an email. In … Read More ⌘ Read more

iOS 17.4.1 Update Released for iPhone & iPad
Apple has issued iOS 17.4.1 update for iPhone, and iPadOS 17.4.1 update for iPad. The software updates include bug fixes and security enhancements for iPhone and iPad. Additionally, there’s an update available for Apple Vision Pro’s VisionOS 1.1.1, for users who have the spatial computing headset. How to Download & Install iOS 17.4.1 / iPadOS … Read More ⌘ Read more

Does ‘Find My’ Work Internationally? Using Find My iPhone/Mac/iPad Abroad
The “Find My” feature is a location tracking service available from Apple for most Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, and more. Find My is unique in that it can be used to share your location, keep track of your people’s locations like your friends, family, and loved ones who share their location, but … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/03/20/find-my-works-internationally-iphone-ip … ⌘ Read more

Grab This Beautiful Flower Petal Apple Logo Wallpaper
Apple is opening a new store in the Jing’an district of Shanghai, China, this spring, and to celebrate they’ve released a really beautiful wallpaper of unfolding white and yellow flower petals in the shape of an Apple logo. Anyone can enjoy this wallpaper right now on their Mac, iPhone, iPad, or even Windows PC or … Read More ⌘ Read more

MacOS Ventura 13.6.5 & macOS Monterey 12.7.4 Updates Available
Apple has released macOS Ventura 13.6.5 and macOS Monterey 12.7.4 to Mac users who continue to run the Ventura and Monterey operating systems, and who are not interested or able to run the freshly released MacOS Sonoma 14.4 update. Additionally, Safari 17.4 is available as an update alongside macOS Ventura 13.6.5 and macOS Monterey 12.7.4. … [Read More](https://osxdaily.com/2024/03/08/macos-ventura-13-6-5- … ⌘ Read more