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How to use the Finder Erase Disk command in macOS Sequoia

The original Mac let you erase disks right on the Desktop, with the feature returning thanks to macOS Sequoia. Here's how to use it.

Chip Loder | 1 month ago

Future of Apple Pay could be digital keys for rental cars, says Apple Pay executive

On the tenth anniversary of Apple Pay, the Vice President of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet has revealed new details about the future of contactless payments and digital keys on iPhones.

Marko Zivkovic | 1 month ago

Bands can turn concert set lists into Apple Music playlists

Music fans will be able to relive the concerts of their favorite acts, as Apple Music is now allowing artists to turn their set lists into playlists.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

How to create new Apple Notes quickly on iPad with Apple Pencil

If you've ever wanted to create a new note in the Apple Notes app almost instantly, your iPad can do that — with the help of an Apple Pencil. Here's how.

Charles Martin | 1 month ago

Today's top Apple deals on Amazon start at just $15

Halloween Boo Baskets are all the rage this year, and if you're on the hunt for non-sugary gifts for the Apple fan in your life, we've got top deals on Apple gear that's currently on sale at Amazon.

Christine McKee | 1 month ago

Trump says Tim Cook complained to him about the EU

Former President Trump claims that Apple CEO Tim Cook phoned him recently to complain about the billions of dollars that the EU has fined the company.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

New Apple Belfast is the only Apple Store in Northern Ireland

Apple Belfast, which opens on Friday October 18, 2024, replaces the city's previous Apple Store as the only one on the island of Ireland.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

Apple Pay adds Klarna installments now, PayPal balances later

Apple Pay has started to offer Klarna installment plans for online purchases, while a future update will bring PayPal balances to the Apple Wallet.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

Roadside Assistance via Satellite expands into the UK

Roadside Assistance via Satellite has expanded into the United Kingdom, allowing iPhone owners to call for help when they're in a cellular blackspot.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

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Some iPhone owners are reporting quick battery drain, but it's not clear why

Users are posting on social media that iOS 18 is causing their iPhone batteries to drain quickly. Historically, it's been temporary and is common with new hardware and a big OS update.

William Gallagher and Mike Wuerthele | 1 month ago

Apple Pay dominated the world in just ten years — but it has more work to do

Apple's mobile payments platform, Apple Pay, is now ten years old. In that decade, it's become an invaluable tool for shoppers around the world.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

iPad mini's 7 fast charging may get a boost with a new adapter

The new iPad mini will fast charge at 20W for sure, although mention of a 45W charger in regulatory filings may mean it could charge faster with the right accessories.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

Best Buy urges you to upgrade to the iPad mini 7 with 6th Gen trade-in values of up to $350

Best Buy is throwing a massive Apple trade-in event, and its iPad mini deals deliver trade-in values higher than what Apple offers on several models.

Christine McKee | 1 month ago

How to toggle removable and full disk access for apps in macOS Sequoia

Apple provides security features in macOS to give apps access to files on your local storage and removable drives. Here's how to configure them.

Chip Loder | 1 month ago

Bluetti Handsfree Backpack with portable power station is a photographer's dream

The Bluetti Handsfree 1 and Handsfree 2 backpacks are built with hikers, photographers, and other digital nomads in mind, featuring a removable app-controlled portable power station for days off-grid.

FTC 'Click to Cancel' rule makes canceling subscriptions as easy as starting them

Subscriptions are getting much easier to manage thanks to the new FTC "Click to Cancel" rule that blocks companies from deceptive or malicious tactics that keep customers from canceling.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 month ago

Apple Car could have had Blade batteries developed with China's BYD

Before the Project Titan was scrapped, Apple reportedly worked with Chinese automaker BYD on custom batteries for Apple Car for years, but ultimately abandoned that partnership too.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 month ago

Chief People Officer leaves Apple after short 20 month tenure

Carol Surface joined Apple in early 2023 as the new Chief People Officer, but she is set to depart the role after less than two years on the job.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 month ago

Apple Business Connect extends to online firms, adds branding features

Apple's free business promotion service is now available to companies without a physical location, such as online-only ones, plus it offers more branding options.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

Dungeon brawler 'Hades II' now supports Apple Silicon

Supergiant Games has brought the sequel to its Underworld brawler "Hades II" to macOS, with it now natively supporting Apple Silicon hardware.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

App Store connection issues are preventing users from downloading apps

Apple's App Store and Mac App Store are having issues on Wednesday, with users unable to download apps among other problems with the digital sales platform.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

Why Apple's smart home speaker dreams are still falling short

Despite Apple's dominance in consumer tech, its smart home speaker strategy is lagging behind Amazon and Google. But the company has a new strategy.

Andrew Orr | 1 month ago

Seven years later, Apple data center in Iowa finally opens

Begun in 2017, Apple's $1.3 billion data center in Waukee, Iowa, has at last opened — at least partially.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

System admins irate at Apple's plan for shorter cert lifespans

Apple has proposed for a shortening of validity for security certificates used by websites from 398 days down to just 45 days, a move that system administrators have objected to publicly.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

UK reconsidering USB-C charger mandate, after everyone else has already shifted

The new UK government is considering reversing its predecessor's refusal to adopt the EU USB-C charger mandate, while Apple holds its breath for the future of the iPhone.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

Apple Watch Ultra 2 in black review: Same tech, but the new color is absolutely fantastic

There is one reason to buy the 2024 Apple Watch Ultra 2, and that's the new incredibly cool and stylish black finish.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 month ago

Apple Watch Vitals app can predict when you're going to be sick days in advance

Apple Watch owners are praising the capability to spot when the user will get sick, thanks to the Vitals app that was added in watchOS 11.

Malcolm Owen | 1 month ago

Surgeons say Apple Vision Pro saves them pain and injury

Apple Vision Pro is being praised by surgeons for its high resolution images and its ergonomics, which may even save them injuries that now lead to early retirement.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

Save on every new iPad mini 7 with coupon, on top of discounts on AppleCare

Despite just being announced on October 15, Apple's brand-new iPad mini 7 is eligible for an exclusive coupon discount on top of bonus savings on AppleCare.

Christine McKee | 1 month ago