How to set an alarm on iOS 15 without scrolling the wheel

Apple's default method for setting an alarm on an iPhone is a wheel instead of a numeric keypad, but you can temporarily change that.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 0

How to use Conversation Boost with AirPods Pro

Don't wait on the feds to make hearing aids available over the counter. Apple's latest hearing assistive technology is available on AirPods Pro, and it's easy to use — but oddly fiddly to set up.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 0

How to use Reduce Loud Sounds in iOS 15 to help protect your hearing

Your hearing is an important sense that needs to be preserved, but the high use of earphones combined with loud volumes could cause you harm. Here's how to enable Apple's Reduce Loud Sounds feature in iOS 15.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 0

How to see if your Apple Watch is backed up

You need an iCloud backup of your Apple Watch data when you move to a new iPhone, and the process is usually simple — but there's a catch. Here's how to know for sure you've got a backup.

William Gallagher 3 years ago 0

How to use Notify When Left Behind with your AirTag

If you frequently forget to pick up your keys or bag before going somewhere, here's how to use AirTag to remind you, so you'll never leave your valuables alone again.

Malcolm Owen 3 years ago 0

Apple's October 2021 in review: MacBook Pro, Apple Watch, and shipping delays

You wait a year for a new processor and then two come along at once. October 2021 is going to be remembered for the launch of the M1 Max and M1 Pro MacBook Pro, but there was so much more, too.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 1

Apple's September 2021 in review: New iPhones, iPads, and more legal woes

At last we got the much-awaited iPhone 13 range, the somewhat unexpected iPad mini 6, and very nearly the Apple Watch Series 7. And Apple got more legal and more staff woes.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 1

Compared: Apple Music Voice Plan versus Individual Plan versus Family Plan

After an announcement in October, and roll-out in early December, there are now three different Apple Music subscription tiers. Here are the differences between them.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 11

How to use the new AR directions in Apple Maps

If you live in one of the cities that support it so far, you can transform Apple Maps walking directions with Apple AR.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

Compared: 2021 16-inch MacBook Pro vs Dell XPS 17

As Apple introduces its updated designs of MacBook Pro to the world, some other notebook producers are arguably moving in Apple-like ways. Here's how the latest 16-inch MacBook Pro compares to the Dell XPS 17.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 33

Compared: Google Pixel 6 vs iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro

Google launched its new Pixel 6 lineup on Tuesday, with its smartphone range now sporting its own Tensor processor. Here's how the search giant's latest compares against Apple's iPhone 13 and the iPhone 13 Pro.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 13

Compared: 16-inch MacBook Pro vs Razer Blade 15 Advanced

Apple used the Razer Blade 15 Advanced as a point of comparison for the performance of the M1 Max chip. Here's how the rest of the notebook compares against the 16-inch MacBook Pro.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 27

Early Black Friday deals hit Apple's 2021 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, plus AppleCare savings

Black Friday deals on Apple's brand-new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro are here, with over 180 configurations eligible for an exclusive coupon discount. Enjoy triple-digit savings on the latest Macs featuring M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, plus an exclusive deal on AppleCare.

Christine McKee 4 years ago 0

Compared: New AirPods vs second-generation AirPods

Apple has launched the latest update to the AirPods line, with the third-generation model offering Spatial Audio support alongside design refinements. Here's how the new personal audio accessories fare compared against its predecessor, the second-generation AirPods.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 0

Compared: 14-inch MacBook Pro vs MSI GP66 Leopard gaming notebook

Apple's comparisons between the new MacBook Pro models and other high-performance notebooks used the MSI GP66 Leopard for some of its comparisons. Here's how MSI's notebook and the 14-inch MacBook Pro compare across a broader selection of features.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 36

Chip delivery delays stretch longer as global shortage worsens

The global chip shortage is continuing to get worse, with firms dependent on new chips seeing delays in production and delivery lengthen to over a year, and in some cases until 2024.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 19

App Tracking Transparency has hit social media for $10 billion in lost revenue so far

Apple's privacy push has cost social media companies dearly, with advertising revenue for Facebook, Twitter, Snap, and YouTube down almost $10 billion in the second half of 2021 due to iOS' App Tracking Transparency feature.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 27

Apple's M1 Mac mini with 16GB RAM just dropped to $799, plus $20 off AppleCare

In what is a killer deal, AppleInsider readers can pick up Apple's current Mac mini with the M1 chip and 16GB of memory for just $799. Plus, save on AppleCare.

Christine McKee 4 years ago 0

Tom Hanks talks 'Finch' ahead of Apple TV+ premiere

Apple has published a "First Look" of the upcoming post-apocalyptic adventure film "Finch" before its November 5 premiere on Apple TV+, with the video featuring star Tom Hanks talking about the characters and the film's optimism.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 10

Apple's AR and VR headset may launch in 2022 as a premium device

Apple's mixed-reality headset could launch in 2022, a report claims, with the often-rumored head-mounted device expected to offer both AR and VR to consumers.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 11

Best Deals Oct. 31: $150 off Roombas, $80 3D Printer, $70 Lavazza Espresso Machine, more!

Sunday's best deals include a Lavazza Blue Classy Mini Single Serve Espresso Machine for $70, a Monoprice Mini SLA 3D printer for $80, and a pair of discounted Roombas.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 0

New HomePod mini colors may go on sale in first week of November

The new colors of the HomePod mini may become available to order in early November, with one insider claiming orders could commence in the first week of the month.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 11

Compared: M1 vs M1 Pro and M1 Max

The new MacBook Pro has an evolution of the year-old Apple Silicon, bringing both more computing power and graphical ability to the new models. Here's how the M1 Pro and M1 Max compare against the original, and how it impacts the Mac lineup.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 38

Apple's 21.5-inch Intel iMac is officially retired

Apple has taken down the 21.5-inch iMac from the online Apple Store, leaving customers with the choice of either the 24-inch iMac or the Intel-based 27-inch iMac.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 11

Apple Silicon iMac Pro coming early 2022, says leaker

Apple's next iMac could be an iMac Pro arriving in the first half of 2022, a leaker claims, one that could sport an M1 Pro or M1 Max and has a chance of having Face ID in the display.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 25

Apple asks court to stay part of the Epic Games lawsuit injunction

Apple has told the court it is complying with one part of an injunction it received following the Epic Games App Store trial, as the company attempts to delay implementing other elements of the ruling.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 13

Best Deals Oct. 30: $200 off Canon EOS R, $389 DJI drone, 32-inch 4K monitor for $375, more!

Saturday's best deals include $110 off the DJI Mavic Mini drone, a 32-inch curved 4K Dell monitor for $375, and $200 off the Canon EOS R with lens.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 0

Apple now calls itself a gaming company fighting with Microsoft, Sony, Nintendo

In an earnings filing, Apple has made clear that it believes that it is locked in combat with Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo, highlighting how important it views gaming on its platforms.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 63

2021 MacBook Pro Giveaway: Enter to win Apple's new 16-inch laptop plus Polishing Cloth

The verdict is in. Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro is a powerhouse thanks to new chips, additional ports and a Liquid Retina XDR display. Best of all, you can enter to win the new laptop bundled with the hard-to-find Apple Polishing Cloth during our latest giveaway.

Christine McKee 4 years ago 0

Microsoft dethrones Apple, becomes world's most valuable company

Microsoft on Friday overtook Apple as the world's most valuable company by market capitalization, with about a $100 billion gap between the two companies when markets closed.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 56

iFixit 16-inch MacBook Pro teardown reveals a more repairable design

Repair-focused group iFixit has completed its teardown of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, discovering a number of tweaks to the internals and some changes that could make it easier to fix.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 12

Flaw in macOS briefly allowed attackers to install what they wanted

Security researchers at Microsoft have disclosed a now-patched macOS vulnerability that allowed attackers to bypass a Mac's System Integrity Protection.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 14

Examining Apple's record-breaking and supply constrained Q4 2021 earnings

Apple broke records during the September quarter, even though it missed Wall Street expectations. Here's how Apple's Q4 2021 stacks up versus the company's previous quarters and years.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 4

Apple Watch central to 'landmark' University of Michigan health study

Early results from a University of Michigan three-year health study using Apple Watch are already presenting clinicians with wide-ranging data from previously underrepresented groups.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 2

Apple's 140W 16-inch MacBook Pro charger gets the teardown treatment

Peripherals company ChargerLab has taken apart Apple's first-ever GaN charger, the 140W one for the 16-inch MacBook Pro, and detailed every component sourced.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 18

Apple won't make a touch-screen MacBook Pro, but will improve third-party repairs

Apple executives explain how the new MacBook Pro designs came about because of pro user feedback — and how the company needs to do more work as it pertains to improving third-party repair access.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 89

Compared: 2021 New 16-inch MacBook Pro vs. 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro

Apple has continued its Apple Silicon march with the introduction of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro running the M1 Pro and M1 Max processors. Here's how it compares to the Intel-based model it replaces.

Malcolm Owen 4 years ago 40

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