Everything you need to know about USB-C & Thunderbolt 3 on Apple's new MacBook Pro

Apple has decisively transitioned its new MacBook Pros to use the slim, unidirectional new USB-C port first introduced on the Retina MacBook a year and a half ago. Its latest MacBook Pro machines not only supply more connectors, but also support the enhanced new USB 3.1 Gen 2 and Thunderbolt 3 protocols for blazing fast wired connectivity and high resolution displays.

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 36

Apple marketing power, inconsistent video purchasing habits confusing Hollywood

With Apple both throwing its weight around to capture exclusives for video content — and not willing to get in a bidding war with other streaming services for content — Hollywood is said to be beginning to question the company's future intentions as a media venue.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 22

Manhattan DA's office says it has 423 uncracked Apple devices in evidence room

The Manhattan district attorney's office now has 423 uncrackable devices in its evidence room, all of them Apple products running iOS 8 or later, according to a new report.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 37

Apple-authorized reseller in Czech Republic expects AirPods to be available in December

Announced back in September, Apple's completely wireless AirPods still do not have a concrete shipping date, though one international reseller claims they won't arrive this month, instead becoming available in December.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 8

What Apple would have to do to comply with Donald Trump's American-built mandate

President-elect Donald Trump has pushed a protectionist proposal that could to force Apple "to build their damn computers and things in this country." It's a suggestion that has been outright dismissed by most observers — but should it be?

Sam Oliver 9 years ago 191

13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar teardown shows difficult to repair computer

The first full tear-down of Apple's 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar has concluded, with confirmation of a non-removable SSD, and as expected the computer has little possibility of user repairability.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 29

Apple's MacBook Pro Touch Bar currently lets users scrub through YouTube ads

In Safari, the Touch Bar on Apple's new MacBook Pro can currently be used to scrub through YouTube videos — including normally unskippable 30-second pre-roll ads, owners have discovered.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 14

Apple Music nabs exclusive streaming rights to star-studded '808' documentary

Apple has secured exclusive first access rights to "808," a documentary film chronicling the impact the Roland TR-808 programmable drum machine had, and continues to have despite its discontinuation 33 years ago, on the music making world.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 17

Apple releases third watchOS 3.1.1 beta to developers with minor revisions

Apple on Tuesday pushed out the latest build of its upcoming watchOS 3.1.1 operating system to developers for testing, with the new seed containing minor improvements over the version issued last week.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 15

Apple Pay's international expansion continues with more banks in China & Russia

Apple on Tuesday updated its roster of banks and credit unions supporting Apple Pay with additions in China and Russia, extending the platform's international footprint even further.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 1

Jony Ive speaks on means and methods of 'Designed by Apple in California' book

In an interview about the new "Designed by Apple in California" coffee-table book, Apple Chief Design Officer Jony Ive speaks about how the title was composed, documentation of the processes used to build the products in the book, and Apple's history.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 59

Deals: 32GB 9.7" iPad Pro (Cellular) for $599; $400 off 2015 15" MacBook Pro; 11" Air for $459

With limited quantities available, shoppers can save $130 on Apple's 32GB 9.7" iPad Pro in Rose Gold (Wi-Fi + Cellular) at B&H. Or snap up the larger 12.9" iPad Pro for $479 on eBay. Mid-2015 15" MacBook Pros are also $1,599 on eBay, while the 11" Air (Mid-2013) is $540 off. Unlocked iPhone SE models are also $25 off with no tax.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Monitoring software on some US Android phones sent text messages, location info to China [u]

Pre-installed software on some Android phones from a developer contracted to develop the software for an undisclosed Chinese manufacturer sends the contents of text messages composed on the device, in addition to other user metadata, to a server in China.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 30

First look: DJI's iOS-connected $1499 Phantom 4 Pro with enhanced autopilot modes, 1" camera sensor

DJI on Tuesday unveiled a new upgrade for its prosumer-level iOS-connected aerial camera drone, aiming the Phantom 4 Pro at users who want high-quality images and more advanced autopilot functions.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 2

Apple purged 47,300 broken & outdated App Store titles in October

Apple began its promised purge of the iOS App Store in October, pulling some 47,300 titles, according to third-party research data published on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 15

Apple SSD in Touch Bar-equipped MacBook Pro fixed to motherboard, not removable

Recent examinations of the MacBook Pro with Touch Bar show that Apple has abandoned the socketed SSD as seen in the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Function Keys model.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 178

Shazam promises Mac app update to end always-on listening

The makers of the music discovery app Shazam have promised a software update in the next few days, after it was uncovered that the current Mac version is always listening — even when it's supposed to be off.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 3

How to grab the lowest price on Apple's new MacBook Pros with Touch Bar & Touch ID

Ordering Apple's new 2016 MacBook Pros from one of the company's largest authorized resellers can save most customers between $120 and $250 in tax. You'll also be able to tack on an AppleCare extended protection plan at a lower price than if you purchased from an Apple Store. The base 2016 13" MacBook Pro is now in stock at B&H with free expedited shipping and no tax outside NY.

Kasper Jade 9 years ago 0

Dual-lens cameras expected on both Apple's OLED and 5.5" LCD 2017 iPhone models

With Apple apparently gearing up to launch three new iPhones next year, two-thirds of them will include dual-lens camera designs, though users who prefer the 4.7-inch form factor will reportedly be out of luck.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 19

Apple finalizing deal for $50M AU store in central Melbourne - report

Apple is nearing a deal to build a major A$50 million store in the Australian city of Melbourne, a report said on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 9

China looks into sudden iPhone 6 & 6s shutdowns plaguing some Apple customers

The China Consumers Association on Tuesday asked Apple to investigate complaints that some iPhone 6 and 6s units are shutting off suddenly and permanently, despite nominally having plenty of charge left.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 41

Super Mario Run for iPhone coming Dec. 15, unlocked for $9.99

More details for Nintendo's 'Super Mario Run' for iOS have been announced, with the game being released on Dec. 15 with a single $9.99 in-app purchase opening up the entire game for users.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 16

Everything you need to know about Apple's Touch Bar and Touch ID for MacBook Pro

Apple introduced new Touch Bar and Touch ID features on its 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pro. Here's a look at how they work, what they're useful for, and the potential for seeing these technologies trickle out across the rest of Apple's Mac platform.

Daniel Eran Dilger 9 years ago 9

'Designed by Apple in California' book released in $200 and $300 editions [u]

Apple on Tuesday announced the release of a new hardbound book chronicling 20 years of design, expressed through 450 photographs of past and current Apple products ranging from the original iMac to the Apple Pencil.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 112

Pixelmator update brings Touch Bar support, tabs, P3 color, Universal Clipboard and more

Popular image editing app Pixelmator was updated on Tuesday to take advantage of Apple's new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, macOS Sierra features like Universal Clipboard, Deep Images (DCI-P3 color), and all-new features like an intelligent smart refine tool.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 6

Apple patent refines health monitoring headphone invention to accommodate AirPods

Apple on Tuesday was granted a patent that extends a nearly decade-old invention covering a wearable sports and health monitoring device, specifically incorporating language that seemingly accommodates platform features introduced with the new AirPods wireless headphones.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 2

KGI: iPhone 7 demand has peaked, suppliers to revise down forecasts

Though Apple is still showing shipment delays on iPhone 7 Plus orders — and Jet Black iPhone 7 units — noted KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo infers early buzz around Apple's latest flagship smartphone is flagging, and as such believes overall shipments have peaked.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 13

TOMS launches Apple Watch straps featuring woven fabric, leather

Shoe and accessories boutique TOMS on Monday announced a new line of Apple Watch straps featuring woven fabric and leather accents, with each purchase providing one year of solar light to people in need.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 4

Apple picks top apps with Touch Bar support for new MacBook Pro

Timed to coincide with deliveries of its new MacBook Pro with Touch Bar, Apple on Monday posted a special Mac App Store section dedicated to apps enhanced to support the laptop's Touch Bar, a unique feature that debuted with this year's release.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 3

Apple exploring glasses wearable with potential AR technology, report says

Adding to rumors that Apple will soon enter the augmented reality market, a report on Monday claims the company is working on a pair of "digital glasses" that overlays images and other useful information onto a user's field of vision.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 21

Apple opens up Apple Pay donations to non-profit organizations

Apple on Monday enabled the use of Apple Pay for donations to non-profit organizations, addressing a fundamental gap in the mobile payment platform.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 6

New app 'Touche' simulates MacBook Pro Touch Bar on other Macs

A developer called Red Sweater has released a free app, Touché, which can simulate the new MacBook Pro's Touch Bar even on older Mac models without the technology.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 11

Apple seeds third developer betas of iOS 10.2, macOS 10.12.2 & tvOS 10.1

Apple on Monday issued a third developer betas of iOS 10.2, macOS 10.12.2, and tvOS 10.1, as well as a second beta of Xcode 8.2.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 3

Google revamps Play Music with recommended playlists based on location, time & activity

Google on Monday overhauled the interface for its on-demand streaming service, Play Music, with an emphasis on serving up playlists based on factors like location, activity, time of day, and even the weather.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 0

Apple SVP Phil Schiller addresses Touch Bar, other MacBook Pro concerns

In an interview, Apple Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing Phil Schiller further elaborates on Apple's reasoning behind the Touch Bar on the new MacBook Pro, why Apple hasn't gone to a full touch screen, and the USB-C connector.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 92

Deals: $80 off Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones; $270 off 2015 13" MacBook Pro; $20 off 128GB unlocked iPhone 7

Shoppers this week can snap up a 13" MacBook Pro for $1,029.99 on eBay or pick up a pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones for $219.99 on Amazon. Unlocked 128GB iPhone 7s are also $20 off with no tax outside NJ, while B&H Photo has CTO 2016 13" MacBook Pros in stock with no tax outside NY.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Microsoft to bring Visual Studio to Mac later this week

Microsoft is bringing its Visual Studio development tool to the Mac, launching it during this week's Connect() conference starting on Wednesday, according to a quickly deleted announcement.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 26

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