'Unleashed' was likely Apple's last major event of 2021

Apple is likely done with major hardware announcements for 2021 after introducing a long-awaited MacBook Pro redesign, new AirPods and fresh HomePod mini colors at its "Unleashed" event this week, according to a report Friday.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 5

Apple sued over iPhone camera, NFC technologies

A pair of separate patent infringement lawsuits filed on Friday take issue with Apple's iPhone camera lens designs and NFC technologies, with both actions seeking damages for the alleged indiscretions.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 3

T-Mobile will shut down Sprint's 3G network in March

T-Mobile on Friday delayed a planned shutdown of Sprint's CDMA network by three months as it gives partners more time to transition their customers to newer technology.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 5

Russian developer sues to keep Apple out of trademark dispute

A Russian iOS app developer is suing to keep Apple out of a trademark dispute, alleging that the tech giant would be responsible for damages should its title be pulled from the App Store.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 5

Apple will honor erroneous 6% Apple Card Daily Cash offer

Apple on Friday said a system error caused some Apple Card holders to see certain purchases as eligible for 6% Daily Cash, double the card's standard 3% cash back rate.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 4

New Facebook whistleblower claims company allows hate, illegal activity

Another Facebook whistleblower has come forward to allege that the company prioritizes revenue over combating misinformation and hate speech, echoing statements by another former employee.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 21

Jason Sudeikis to host Saturday Night Live on Oct. 23

Jason Sudeikis, the star of Apple TV+ series "Ted Lasso," is set to host Saturday Night Live on Oct. 23 alongside musical guest Brandi Carlile.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 2

Apple developer guideline update slightly loosens anti-steering provision

Apple has made three changes to its App Store developer guidelines, including the removal of a restriction prohibiting the use of contact data to advertise outside purchase options.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 1

Questionable 'AirPods Pro 2' pictures surface showing only minor changes

Alleged leaked images of a new generation of AirPods Pro have surfaced online, though the source of the leak has an unproven track record.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 2

Apple Card 6% cash back rate may have been an error, report claims

An apparent bug caused some users to see an erroneous 6% Daily Cash back on recent Apple Store purchases, according to an Apple customer who said they spoke with an Apple Card supervisor.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 2

Apple celebrates opening of Apple Bagdat Caddesi, Istanbul

Apple has marked the opening of its newest store in Istanbul with photographs of its first customers — and the 130 staff who between them speak 14 languages.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 3

No, Apple is not making better products because Jony Ive left

Apple is doing fine since Jony Ive left the company, and it was doing fine before he left. This does not mean that he wasn't a loss, but it also does not mean that Apple has somehow been liberated by his leaving.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 49

Apple's iPod was one of the biggest risks the company ever took

Tony Fadell says that the iconic iPod was a giant risk for Apple to take, but Steve Jobs had promised that Apple would "go the distance" on the product's lineup and future.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 15

How to use Apple Music's new mood playlists

Alongside the Apple Music Voice Plan, Apple has introduced a huge number of curated playlists, each intended to be called upon to reflect a listener's mood. Here's how to find and use them.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

DaVinci Resolve now works up to five times faster on new MacBook Pro

Blackmagic Design announces the availability of DaVinci Resolve 17.4, making the software significantly faster on the new MacBook Pro models that feature Apple's M1 Pro and M1 Max chips.

Amber Neely 4 years ago 4

Best Deals Oct. 22: $419 refurbished iPhone 11, 50% off LG Soundbar, and more!

Friday's best deals include 50% off LG Soundbar, refurbished iPhone 11 for $419 and up, 60% off Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild + Expansion Pass, and more!

Daniel Hipskind 4 years ago 0

Apple to beat Q4 2021 consensus, supply issues 'overblown,' analyst says

Apple is likely to outperform expectations when it reports earnings for its fourth quarter of 2021, but the actual call with investors is unlikely to be a catalyst, Morgan Stanley says.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 3

The best Apple Watch Series 7 third-party bands for 2021

Now that the Apple Watch Series 7 has finally rolled out to customers across the globe — and it's getting harder to get what you want from Apple — it's time to expand your wardrobe with some of our favorite Apple Watch bands.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 0

Johny Srouji says Apple's hardware ambitions are limited only by physics

The Apple Silicon chips in the new MacBook Pro are just the latest result in Apple's years-long plan to control every element of its products, says Johny Srouji in a rare interview.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 27

Satechi's new Hybrid Multiport Adapter combines USB hub with SSD storage

Satechi's latest MacBook Pro and USB-C iPad peripheral is the Hybrid Multiport Adapter that brings together a powerful USB hub as well as space for a SSD.

Andrew O'Hara 4 years ago 3

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New MacBook Pro, Apple Watch Series 7 review & new AirPods on the AppleInsider podcast

Stephen Robles 4 years ago 0

Apple's 'iPhone SE 3' may be based on iPhone XR, and be last LCD model

A new industry report says that the "iPhone SE 3" may have more of a chassis redesign than expected, bringing Touch ID to a side button, and being Apple's last-ever LCD iPhone.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 7

First MacBook Pro preorders shipping soon, as Apple works to meet demand

Earliest preorders for the the new MacBook Pro models are now preparing to ship, and the company is consistently quoting between three and four-week shipping dates for all new orders.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 5

Apple Car battery talks breaking down under weight of Apple's demands

Apple's attempt to have two battery manufacturers build plants exclusive to the Apple Car have failed, with only a glimmer of hope remaining that they will start up again.

Mike Wuerthele 4 years ago 14

Apple TV+ now counted in Nielsen's streaming charts

Apple TV+ was included in Nielsen's weekly streaming chart for the first time on Thursday, with "Ted Lasso" making a good showing on the market analysis firm's original series rankings.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 0

2022 MacBook Air will have 'M2' chip, MagSafe, 1080p camera, says leaker

Apple's MacBook Air is not due for a refresh until 2022, but new rumors claim to offer details on a next-generation version of the thin-and-light that supposedly borrows key elements from the recently unveiled MacBook Pro.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 33

REvil ransomware group that targeted Apple supplier gets hacked, taken offline

REvil, the ransomware group responsible for a string of high-profile hacks including that of Apple supplier Quanta, was this week hacked by a cohort of government actors in an operation that hobbled the entity's online presence.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 9

Apple Watch Series 7 teardown reveals big screen changes, minor battery upgrade

Repair specialist iFixit performed its customary teardown of Apple Watch Series 7 this week, revealing unannounced component specifications and highlighting tentpole features like the wearable's larger screen.

AppleInsider Staff 4 years ago 5

Facebook, Twitter stock dragged down by dour Snap earnings

Stock prices of Facebook, Twitter and other companies reliant on digital ad revenue fell on word that Snap's revenue was negatively impacted by new iOS privacy features.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 6

Snap stock plunges as Apple privacy changes impact revenue

Snapchat parent company Snap saw its stock price fall precipitously on Thursday after reporting less than stellar earnings, results blamed in part on Apple's new privacy policies.

Mikey Campbell 4 years ago 11

'High Power Mode' coming to 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max, Apple confirms

Apple has confirmed that 16-inch MacBook Pro models equipped with an M1 Max chip will feature a "High Power Mode" that is expected to temporarily increase performance.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 28

Apple could be the next target of China's push to get more data stored locally

New Chinese regulations that would require Apple to store more user data locally in the country will soon put the company in a tough spot as it navigates competing interests.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 58

App Store in-app events are launching on Oct. 27

Apple is reminding developers to begin creating in-app events ahead of the launch of the feature as well as new App Store tools meant to highlight such events.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Apple TV+ 'Mythic Quest' picked up through season 4

Rob McElhenney, and two guest stars, have announced that "Mythic Quest" will run for at least two more seasons, with the next season arriving at some point in 2022.

Mike Wuerthele 4 years ago 8

macOS Monterey Release Candidate 2 is now available for developers

Apple has released the second macOS Monterey Release Candidate beta for developers to test before its October 25 public launch.

Wesley Hilliard 4 years ago 2

Google Play drops all subscription commissions to 15% from day one

Following a program that Google started in March 2021, the company is now lowering commissions on all Google Play app subscriptions to 15% from the first day of service instead of after a year.

Mike Wuerthele 4 years ago 21

Apple Card now offering 6% Daily Cash on Apple Store purchases

Apple appears to be quietly offering 6% daily cash back for Apple Card users who purchase new hardware or accessories from the online Apple Store.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 20

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