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Key Apple supply partners plan to invest $900 million in Indian manufacturing

10 minutes ago

Key Apple supply partners plan to invest $900 million in Indian manufacturing

A trio of Apple's most prominent supply chain partners reportedly plan to invest $900 million in India to leverage local production incentives and increase the production of iPhones in the country.

By Mike Peterson | 10 minutes ago

Norway will use the Apple-Google API to replace its failed COVID-19 app

34 minutes ago

Norway will use the Apple-Google API to replace its failed COVID-19 app

After the privacy issues surrounding its first attempt at a contact tracing app, Norway is planning to develop a second, this time using the privacy-focused technology produced in Apple and Google's joint project.

By Malcolm Owen | 34 minutes ago

Deals: Amazon's $200 discount on 2020 13" MacBook Pro matches lowest price ever

38 minutes ago

Deals: Amazon's $200 discount on 2020 13" MacBook Pro matches lowest price ever

While supplies last, Amazon has launched a special in-cart discount that, when stacked with already reduced prices, offers shoppers $200 off Apple's latest 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 10th Generation Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.

By Christine McKee | 38 minutes ago

Apple may leverage existing 5G market in South Korea with earlier launch

2 hours ago

Apple may leverage existing 5G market in South Korea with earlier launch

Apple may launch its "iPhone 12" lineup in South Korea earlier than in past years to take advantage of the country's existing 5G services and users.

By Mike Peterson | 2 hours ago

Exclusive: Linksys reveals HomeKit products and future plans on HomeKit Insider

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Exclusive: Linksys reveals HomeKit products and future plans on HomeKit Insider

On this week's episode of HomeKit Insider, Linksys's Matthew Keasler stops by to chat with Andrew and Stephen about the Linksys HomeKit rollout as well as what's in this week's news.

By Andrew O'Hara | 3 hours ago

Amazon sets Prime Day 2020 for October 13 and 14

5 hours ago

Amazon sets Prime Day 2020 for October 13 and 14

Amazon has confirmed it will be holding its Prime Day sales event on October 13 and October 14, with some Prime subscriber-exclusive preview deals starting today.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 hours ago

Uber to get a new licence to operate in London

6 hours ago

Uber to get a new licence to operate in London

Following years of legal issues over its safety record and fitness to operate in London, ride-hailing company Uber is to again be allowed to operate in the UK's capital.

By William Gallagher | 6 hours ago

How to use the new compact Siri in iOS 14

17 hours ago

How to use the new compact Siri in iOS 14

Apple gave Siri a new look in iOS 14, but while the virtual assistant has gone through a visual refresh, it is both still very familiar to use, as well as introducing a bunch of new features. Here's how to use your iPhone's digital personality.

By Malcolm Owen | 17 hours ago

Review: Flash 2.0 USB-C Graphene 210W Power Bank is powerful but costly

17 hours ago

Review: Flash 2.0 USB-C Graphene 210W Power Bank is powerful but costly

The Flash 2.0 USB-C Graphene 210W Power Bank is a unique and expensive charging solution that utilizes Panasonic graphene battery cells in a compact form factor.

By Wesley Hilliard | 17 hours ago

How to get cycling directions in Apple Maps for iOS 14

19 hours ago

How to get cycling directions in Apple Maps for iOS 14

Cyclists using Apple Maps in iOS 14 can take advantage of new bike-friendly options to make their commute or journey a little bit easier. Here's how to use the new Maps features to avoid hills on your route.

By Malcolm Owen | 19 hours ago

TikTok attorneys argue against US app ban in last-ditch effort

20 hours ago

TikTok attorneys argue against US app ban in last-ditch effort

The impending ban on TikTok in the United States would be highly "devastating" to the company and its users, the video sharing service claimed in a Sunday morning hearing over the legalities of President Donald Trump's executive order.

By Malcolm Owen | 20 hours ago

Review: PaMu Quiet TWS earbuds are an ear-friendly alternative to other noise-cancelling earphones

22 hours ago

Review: PaMu Quiet TWS earbuds are an ear-friendly alternative to other noise-cancelling earphones

PaMu Quiet earbuds are a $90 pair of earbuds that offer decent sound quality, active noise cancellation, but may not be enough for the true audiophile.

By Amber Neely | 22 hours ago

How to add and remove Apple Watch faces in watchOS 7

23 hours ago

How to add and remove Apple Watch faces in watchOS 7

With the release of watchOS 7, this is a perfect opportunity for Apple Watch owners to do some spring cleaning and to curate the watch faces they have on their wearable devices. Here's how to add the new watch faces to your Apple Watch, as well as to remove unwanted watch faces.

By Malcolm Owen | 23 hours ago

What to expect from the Apple 'iPhone 12' launch in 2020

By Malcolm Owen

IMAC DEALS

Best prices: new iMacs are up to $410 off right now

By Christine McKee

APPLE WATCH SERIES 6

New Apple Watch Series 6 has blood oxygen sensor & bright new colors

By Mike Peterson

APPLE ONE

Apple One bundle includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade and more

By Stephen Silver

Some Apple Watch Series 3 owners dealing with crashes after watchOS 7 update

1 day ago

Some Apple Watch Series 3 owners dealing with crashes after watchOS 7 update

Some owners of the Apple Watch Series 3 have complained about the update to watchOS 7 causing crashes and shutdowns, in what could be early teething issues for the operating system.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 day ago

TikTok creators fail to block US government's impending app ban

1 day ago

TikTok creators fail to block US government's impending app ban

A judge has denied an attempt by content creators on TikTok to stop a ban of the app in the United States on Sunday, rejecting arguments the ban would cause "immediate, irreparable harm" if it is implemented as scheduled.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 day ago

Apple helped feds to catch man accused of burning cop cars in the Apple Crime Blotter

1 day ago

Apple helped feds to catch man accused of burning cop cars in the Apple Crime Blotter

Video shows officer trying to unlock a man's iPhone, a monkey takes selfies in Malaysia, what went on with the Mueller team's iPhones, and more crime stories involving Apple, its products, and services.

By Stephen Silver | 1 day ago

On-device processing key to iPadOS Scribble's success hints Apple SVP Craig Federighi

1 day ago

On-device processing key to iPadOS Scribble's success hints Apple SVP Craig Federighi

Apple's handwriting recognition in the Apple Pencil relies on recognizing strokes, an interview with Craig Federighi reveals, while new features such as iPadOS' Scribble rely on massive amounts of onboard machine learning processing.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 day ago

How to customize your Apple Watch face in watchOS 7

1 day ago

How to customize your Apple Watch face in watchOS 7

If you can't find the Apple Watch face of your dreams, you can always modify what's available to fit your needs. Here's how to personalize a watch face in watchOS 7 to use the color scheme and the complications you want.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 day ago

Review: The Keychron K2v2 is a good upgrade to an already near-perfect keyboard

1 day ago

Review: The Keychron K2v2 is a good upgrade to an already near-perfect keyboard

The Keychron K2 version 2 is the same mechanical keyboard you love with some new upgrades, including better connectivity and ergonomics.

By Wesley Hilliard | 1 day ago

Deals: brand-new 2020 iPad (8th Gen) falls to $299, lowest price ever

1 day ago

Deals: brand-new 2020 iPad (8th Gen) falls to $299, lowest price ever

Apple's latest 10.2-inch iPad has just received a $30 price drop at Amazon, ringing in at $299 (the lowest price ever) for the standard model. Prefer more space? The 128GB 2020 iPad is on sale for $395 after a $35 discount.

By Christine McKee | 1 day ago

The best resources and tips for customizing your iOS 14 Home Screen

2 days ago

The best resources and tips for customizing your iOS 14 Home Screen

Whether you want to create your own icons or are looking to find some ready-made ones, we've got some tips and tricks to help you customize your iOS 14 Home Screen.

By Amber Neely | 2 days ago

How to customize your Home Screen on iOS 14

2 days ago

How to customize your Home Screen on iOS 14

There are more home screen customizations in iOS 14 than ever before. Learn how to customize your iPhone's wallpaper, dress up your home screen, and set up widgets to make your iPhone more personal.

By Amber Neely | 2 days ago

How U.S. states are using digital contact tracing to stop COVID-19

2 days ago

How U.S. states are using digital contact tracing to stop COVID-19

Exposure notification, a type of digital contact tracing, is an avenue to combat COVID-19 in the U.S., but each state and territory has to carry out their own tracing. Here's who's doing what, updated on September 26.

By Mike Peterson | 2 days ago

DOJ opposes TikTok request stall download ban, calls ByteDance CEO 'mouthpiece' for CCP

2 days ago

DOJ opposes TikTok request stall download ban, calls ByteDance CEO 'mouthpiece' for CCP

The Department of Justice in a court filing on Friday opposed TikTok's requested injunction against an impending ban authorized by the Trump administration, saying a decision in TikTok's favor would weaken the president's power during a claimed national security emergency.

By AppleInsider Staff | 2 days ago

Experimental Windows XP theme aped Mac's Aqua user interface

2 days ago

Experimental Windows XP theme aped Mac's Aqua user interface

A recent source code leak reveals Microsoft built and tested a number of divergent themes for Windows XP, with one closely resembling Apple's legendary Aqua GUI.

By AppleInsider Staff | 2 days ago

Xbox app that can stream games to iPhone in beta, is 'coming soon'

2 days ago

Xbox app that can stream games to iPhone in beta, is 'coming soon'

Microsoft will soon release an app with a remote play feature that will let users stream Xbox One games to their iOS devices, according to a new report.

By Mike Peterson | 2 days ago

'Little Women,' 'The Goonies,' and 'Runaway Bride' - the best iTunes video deals

2 days ago

'Little Women,' 'The Goonies,' and 'Runaway Bride' - the best iTunes video deals

Apple holds sales on iTunes content every week, and this week Apple has deals on movies about love like "Runaway Bride," movies for girls night like "Little Women," and movies with courageous kids like "The Goonies."

By Wesley Hilliard | 2 days ago

Apple acquires rights to upcoming Russo brothers film 'Cherry'

2 days ago

Apple acquires rights to upcoming Russo brothers film 'Cherry'

The film "Cherry," is a harrowing drama, that shines a light on the nation's ongoing opiate problem through the true story of a U.S. Army veteran.

By Amber Neely | 2 days ago

How to use FaceTime Eye Contact in iOS 14

2 days ago

How to use FaceTime Eye Contact in iOS 14

Apple is already changing your eyes to make it appear as if you're looking at the camera during a FaceTime call on your iPhone in iOS 14. Here's what it's doing, and how to stop it, if you want to.

By William Gallagher | 2 days ago

Apple agrees to delay 30% cut of live event transactions on App Store

2 days ago

Apple agrees to delay 30% cut of live event transactions on App Store

Apple has temporarily halted its decision to charge a 30% commission of paid virtual events hosted through apps on iOS, for not just Facebook, but any event stream.

By Mike Peterson | 2 days ago

Facebook is pushing for Apple to open up default messaging app options

3 days ago

Facebook is pushing for Apple to open up default messaging app options

Emboldened by users able to change default email and browser apps in iOS 14, Facebook is pressing Apple to allow its users to set third-party platforms, such as Facebook Messenger, as their default messaging app.

By Mike Peterson | 3 days ago

How to use Universal Search in iPadOS 14

3 days ago

How to use Universal Search in iPadOS 14

With iPadOS 14, Apple has brought a much more Mac-like search feature to the iPad. Here's how to use it, and what benefits it brings.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago

How to delete or hide apps in iOS 14

3 days ago

How to delete or hide apps in iOS 14

Sometimes, you don't need to see an entire screen full of app icons, or you need an app installed, but don't need to tap it often. Here's how to easily store all your apps in the App Library in iOS 14.

By Amber Neely | 3 days ago

Buy the dip in AAPL ahead of 'iPhone 12' launch, says Morgan Stanley

3 days ago

Buy the dip in AAPL ahead of 'iPhone 12' launch, says Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley sees Apple's recent stock weakness as a "constructive set-up" heading into the "iPhone 12" launch season, since key data points remain strong.

By Mike Peterson | 3 days ago

Creating AppleInsider's new video production studio - the beginning

3 days ago

Creating AppleInsider's new video production studio - the beginning

Recently, the AppleInsider YouTube channel has surpassed yet another milestone — 500,000 subscribers. But we aren't stopping there. The next step for AppleInsider's video efforts is a new dedicated shooting studio.

By Andrew O'Hara | 3 days ago

Apple Watch Series 6 review, October 'iPhone 12' event, and iOS 14 tips on the AppleInsider podcast

3 days ago

Apple Watch Series 6 review, October 'iPhone 12' event, and iOS 14 tips on the AppleInsider podcast

We debate the new Apple Watch Series 6, discuss the Solo Loop bands debacle, cover October's rumored 'iPhone 12' event, and run down many tips and tricks for iOS 14.

By Stephen Robles | 3 days ago

How to buy Apple Watch faces in watchOS 7

3 days ago

How to buy Apple Watch faces in watchOS 7

Apple still doesn't allow developers to create entirely new Apple Watch faces, but with watchOS 7, it has freed them up to make and share very many different options.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago

Apple TV+ review: 'Tehran' is a first-rate Israeli spy series

3 days ago

Apple TV+ review: 'Tehran' is a first-rate Israeli spy series

Moshe Zonder, who wrote for Netflix's 'Fauda,' has created a compelling spy narrative that's a potential breakout for Apple TV+.

By Stephen Silver | 3 days ago

EU will appeal against Apple and Ireland's $14.4 billion tax case ruling

3 days ago

EU will appeal against Apple and Ireland's $14.4 billion tax case ruling

The European Union is to appeal against a court decision which found in favor of Apple and Ireland over a $14.4 billion tax payment. The judgement in July 2020 was made by the EU's second-hightest court, and the appeal is expected to be heard in the European Court of Justice.

By William Gallagher | 3 days ago