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VMWare Fusion 12 debuts with macOS Big Sur support, more

3 hours ago

VMWare Fusion 12 debuts with macOS Big Sur support, more

Software virtualization firm VMWare on Tuesday released Fusion 12 with support for Apple's macOS Big Sur, eGPU compatibility, DirectX 11 app and game integration, performance improvements and more.

By AppleInsider Staff | 3 hours ago

'Apple Express' store streamlines online order pickups, Genius Bar appointments

4 hours ago

'Apple Express' store streamlines online order pickups, Genius Bar appointments

Apple is trialing a new in-and-out store concept in California as it prepares for an unprecedented annual fall hardware launch cycle set to take place in the era of coronavirus.

By Mikey Campbell | 4 hours ago

24-Hour Deal Zone: $450 off loaded MacBook Air (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) today only

4 hours ago

24-Hour Deal Zone: $450 off loaded MacBook Air (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) today only

In celebration of Apple's "Time Flies" event, B&H Photo is slashing the price of a premium MacBook Air with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD by $450 for 24 hours only.

By Christine McKee | 4 hours ago

Ad group urges 'dialogue' with Apple about iOS 14 privacy features

10 hours ago

Ad group urges 'dialogue' with Apple about iOS 14 privacy features

A group representing digital media and advertising industry organizations has penned an open letter to Apple urging the tech giant engage in dialogue before instituting potentially restrictive iOS 14 privacy changes.

By Mike Peterson | 10 hours ago

Review: Nikon Z5 is an entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera that feels anything but entry-level

11 hours ago

Review: Nikon Z5 is an entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera that feels anything but entry-level

The full-frame, mirrorless Nikon Z5 will up your photography game without breaking the bank, and has a wealth of connectivity features that fit perfectly into the Apple ecosystem.

By Andrew O'Hara | 11 hours ago

CBP defends seizure of OnePlus Buds, claims trademark violation

11 hours ago

CBP defends seizure of OnePlus Buds, claims trademark violation

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol on Monday defended its seizure of 2,000 pairs of OnePlus Buds, claiming that they violate Apple's trademarks for AirPods.

By Mike Peterson | 11 hours ago

Google Pixel 5, Pixel 4a with 5G support coming on Sept. 30

12 hours ago

Google Pixel 5, Pixel 4a with 5G support coming on Sept. 30

Google on Monday announced that the Google Pixel 5 flagship and mid-range Pixel 4a 5G will launch on Sept. 30, alongside new Chromecast and smart speaker updates.

By Mike Peterson | 12 hours ago

New AirPods firmware enables Spatial Audio, automatic switching

13 hours ago

New AirPods firmware enables Spatial Audio, automatic switching

Apple released new firmware for the AirPods Pro and second generation AirPods on Monday, with build number 3A283 now available to download and install.

By Wesley Hilliard | 13 hours ago

Google hit with $3 billion lawsuit in UK over YouTube data harvesting

13 hours ago

Google hit with $3 billion lawsuit in UK over YouTube data harvesting

A new lawsuit filed in the UK alleges that Google's YouTube platform knowingly violates privacy laws in the country by tracking children online.

By Mike Peterson | 13 hours ago

Apple assembly partners to benefit from India's $6.6B production initiative

13 hours ago

Apple assembly partners to benefit from India's $6.6B production initiative

Apple's iPhone assembly partners in India are expected to benefit from the country's $6.6 billion Production-Linked Incentive Scheme, an initiative to encourage the production of smartphones in the region.

By Malcolm Owen | 13 hours ago

How to move your data and apps to a new iPad

14 hours ago

How to move your data and apps to a new iPad

When you buy your first-ever iPad, Apple makes it particularly quick and easy to get going. As soon as you buy your second, though, then you need to take these certain steps to get the new one working just how you like.

By William Gallagher | 14 hours ago

Apple Watch saves cop stabbed during an arrest

15 hours ago

Apple Watch saves cop stabbed during an arrest

The Apple Watch has been credited with helping the life of a police officer stabbed in Arizona, by allowing him to speak to his dispatcher when his radio failed to function properly.

By Malcolm Owen | 15 hours ago

HyperDrive Gen2 18-in-1 USB-C Hub available now

16 hours ago

HyperDrive Gen2 18-in-1 USB-C Hub available now

The final model in the Hyperdrive docking station lineup is the Gen2 18-in-1 USB-C Hub, and it is now available for purchase.

By Wesley Hilliard | 16 hours ago

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

By Malcolm Owen

13-INCH MACBOOK PRO DEALS

$200 off 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro (10th Gen CPU, 1TB SSD), bonus AppleCare discount

By Christine McKee

APPLE WATCH SERIES 6

What to expect from the 2020 'Apple Watch Series 6' launch

By Amber Neely

IPAD 7

What to expect from Apple's 10.8-inch iPad or 'iPad Air 4' in 2020

By Mike Peterson

Apple's wearable AR hardware ambitions may not start with 'Apple Glass'

17 hours ago

Apple's wearable AR hardware ambitions may not start with 'Apple Glass'

Former Apple executive Jean-Louis Gassee says that the first version of "Apple Glass" is much more likely to be a virtual reality headset than an augmented reality wearable.

By Mike Peterson | 17 hours ago

Verizon acquires low-income carrier Tracfone for $6.25B

17 hours ago

Verizon acquires low-income carrier Tracfone for $6.25B

Verizon is increasing its customer base by pushing into the low-income cellular market, by announcing an acquisition of major virtual mobile network Tracfone for more than $6 billion.

By Malcolm Owen | 17 hours ago

University of California San Diego launches Apple-Google framework COVID-19 app

17 hours ago

University of California San Diego launches Apple-Google framework COVID-19 app

University of California San Diego will launch a new coronavirus exposure notification app designed with the Apple-Google framework, with wide availability by the end of September.

By Amber Neely | 17 hours ago

New Amazon deals: $899 MacBook Air (2020), record low price on Apple AirPods Pro

17 hours ago

New Amazon deals: $899 MacBook Air (2020), record low price on Apple AirPods Pro

Shoppers looking for a budget-friendly Mac can save $100 on Apple's latest MacBook Air, with the standard 2020 model dropping to $899 ahead of the "Time Flies" event. AirPods Pro have also hit the lowest price ever on Amazon.

By Christine McKee | 17 hours ago

G2H camera & the new HomeKit-enabled AppleInsider Studio, on the HomeKit Insider podcast

18 hours ago

G2H camera & the new HomeKit-enabled AppleInsider Studio, on the HomeKit Insider podcast

This week on HomeKit Insider, we detail the latest news, try out the G2H HomeKit camera, and answer user questions. Plus we've got a walkthrough for you of all the HomeKit functionality going into our new video studio.

By Andrew O'Hara | 18 hours ago

UK school network buys 30,000 iPads for pupils

18 hours ago

UK school network buys 30,000 iPads for pupils

Oasis Academies plans to provide 7th Generation iPads to every pupil in its network of 52 schools in England, plus teachers and support staff.

By William Gallagher | 18 hours ago

'Apple Watch Series 6,' 'iPad Air 4' highlight Apple 'Time Flies' event without 'iPhone 12'

19 hours ago

'Apple Watch Series 6,' 'iPad Air 4' highlight Apple 'Time Flies' event without 'iPhone 12'

Tuesday's "Time Flies" event will feature the "Apple Watch Series 6" and a new "iPad Air," but a new report claims that the "iPhone 12" is coming in October, and Apple Silicon Macs in November.

By Malcolm Owen | 19 hours ago

Flash deal: Apple AirPods Pro return to record low $199 price

19 hours ago

Flash deal: Apple AirPods Pro return to record low $199 price

Apple AirPods Pro are on sale for $199 during Staples' latest sale, but odds are this deal will sell out soon.

By Christine McKee | 19 hours ago

Apple's carbon-neutral goal is a giant task, could echo through big tech

20 hours ago

Apple's carbon-neutral goal is a giant task, could echo through big tech

An examination into Apple's environmentalism asks whether Apple could truly reach its pledge of making the iPhone carbon neutral, with comments from Apple's executive leadership along with other environmentalists suggesting it is possible, but a very big task.

By Malcolm Owen | 20 hours ago

Apple steps up promotion ahead of 'Time Flies' event

21 hours ago

Apple steps up promotion ahead of 'Time Flies' event

The September 15 event is now featured on the Apple home page, and YouTube viewers have started seeing ads for the event.

By William Gallagher | 21 hours ago

Feds seize OnePlus Buds, boast they're 'counterfeit' AirPods

22 hours ago

Feds seize OnePlus Buds, boast they're 'counterfeit' AirPods

The US Customs and Border Protection agency claims to have intercepted 2,000 counterfeit Apple AirPods at JFK, except all the ones they show are clearly legitimate OnePlus Buds.

By William Gallagher | 22 hours ago

Oracle wins TikTok bid prior to impending U.S ban

1 day ago

Oracle wins TikTok bid prior to impending U.S ban

Oracle appears to be the victor in the bidding war for U.S. operations of TikTok, edging out Microsoft and Walmart just two days before an impending ban.

By Wesley Hilliard | 1 day ago

Nvidia buying ARM for record-breaking $40 billion

1 day ago

Nvidia buying ARM for record-breaking $40 billion

After weeks of speculation, Nvidia has announced that it has agreed to buy SoftBank's ARM for $40 billion dollars, making it the largest chip manufacturer deal in history.

By Mike Wuerthele | 1 day ago

Review: The PicoPix Max projector goes all out on a portable theater-like experience

1 day ago

Review: The PicoPix Max projector goes all out on a portable theater-like experience

Take movie night with you with this pint-sized projector that boasts built-in apps, a three-hour battery life, and a surprisingly sharp image.

By Amber Neely | 1 day ago

ByteDance plans to sell TikTok's US arm without source code

1 day ago

ByteDance plans to sell TikTok's US arm without source code

ByteDance may not hand over the code used to build TikTok's algorithm as part of its sale to a US buyer, a report claims, with the Chinese tech company apparently informing bidders and authorities in the US about the change in stance.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 day ago

What to expect from the 'Apple Watch Series 6' launch on September 15

1 day ago

What to expect from the 'Apple Watch Series 6' launch on September 15

Apple's fall releases are going to arrive soon, and with it, a new Apple Watch — the "Apple Watch Series 6" — is extremely likely. Here's what you can expect to see coming to Apple's flagship wearable on September 15.

By Amber Neely | 1 day ago

Hands On: Melodics turns learning musical concepts into a game

1 day ago

Hands On: Melodics turns learning musical concepts into a game

Turn learning core concepts of music composition into a seriously addictive game with Melodics.

By Amber Neely | 1 day ago

New Apple Watch color will launch on September 15, says leaker

1 day ago

New Apple Watch color will launch on September 15, says leaker

A fairly reliable leaker has offered a number of claims relating to the September 15 "Time Flies" special event, including Apple bringing out a new color option for the "Apple Watch Series 6."

By Malcolm Owen | 1 day ago

Violent iPhone thefts, embezzlement, and burglary in the Apple Crime Blotter

1 day ago

Violent iPhone thefts, embezzlement, and burglary in the Apple Crime Blotter

A professional poker player's iPhone passcode is used to open his safe, a superintendent accused of illicit spending on Apple Watches, and more crime stories involving Apple, its products, and services.

By Stephen Silver | 1 day ago

ARM deal nears closure with Nvidia mulling $40B purchase from SoftBank

2 days ago

ARM deal nears closure with Nvidia mulling $40B purchase from SoftBank

Softbank and Nvidia are reportedly close to making a deal over the sale of ARM Holdings, one that could be finalized in the next week and could see the British chip design firm handed over for more than $40 billion.

By Malcolm Owen | 2 days ago

Review: Midi Fighter 3D is an excellent electronic music tool for beginners and experts alike

2 days ago

Review: Midi Fighter 3D is an excellent electronic music tool for beginners and experts alike

Learn to make your own music with the Midi Fighter 3D — a midi controller with high-quality buttons and responsive lighting — that is extremely fun to play.

By Amber Neely | 2 days ago

What to expect from Apple's 10.8-inch iPad or 'iPad Air 4' on September 15

2 days ago

What to expect from Apple's 10.8-inch iPad or 'iPad Air 4' on September 15

Apple is expected to launch a 10.8-inch iPad during Tuesday's "Time Flies" event. While there is some debate about what kind of iPad it will be, here's everything we know about the rumored tablet.

By Mike Peterson | 2 days ago

Review: The Moko Stylus is a good low-cost alternative to Apple Pencil

2 days ago

Review: The Moko Stylus is a good low-cost alternative to Apple Pencil

The Moko Stylus emulates the Apple Pencil experience with a slim form factor and easy pairing system with a few notable compromises.

By Wesley Hilliard | 2 days ago

Honda makes CarPlay a standard feature of the 2021 Passport SUV

2 days ago

Honda makes CarPlay a standard feature of the 2021 Passport SUV

Honda has added support for Apple CarPlay to its 2021 range of Passport SUVs, with most models featuring a new Display Audio system that uses Apple's smartphone-car connectivity platform.

By Malcolm Owen | 2 days ago