News Archives for 2021

How to delete an Apple ID account

If you really don't want to have an Apple ID associated with your identity, it is possible to delete it. Here's how to eliminate the Apple-centric account.

Malcolm Owen | 4 days ago

What is Roblox? Everything you need to know

Released in 2006, Roblox grew from obscurity into a gaming juggernaut, culminating in a multi-billion-dollar public stock offering in 2021 — and controversy about its monetization model that relies on children. Here's what you need to know about the game.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 month ago

Apple pursuing idea of an all-screen iPhone with a wrap around display

A future iPhone could feature a curved surface that wraps around to give a screen on both sides.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

Expanding iPhone could use a sliding body design and a flexible screen

A future iPhone could have an expanding screen, if Apple's research on how to make sliding sections within the smartphone's body support a flexible display pans out.

Malcolm Owen | 3 months ago

How to batch rename files in macOS

If you have to collect a number of files in the same folder, but want to title them in a more orderly fashion, you need to learn how to master renaming files in macOS.

Malcolm Owen | 4 months ago

How to move data to a new Mac

Apple has a Migration Assistant app to help you move your data to a new Mac, except it isn't always smooth, isn't always easy — and isn't your only choice.

William Gallagher | 4 months ago

Apple's AR ambitions could expand into Personal Shopping and tech support sessions

Using hardware like Apple Vision Pro, future Apple Store Personal Shoppers could demonstrate devices to users, and show the products interactively within the customer's home.

William Gallagher | 5 months ago

Apple wants an iPhone to charge other devices through the screen glass

Future iPhone models may not only allow for wirelessly charging other devices, but be able to do so through the front display, instead of the back of the phone.

William Gallagher | 6 months ago

Future Apple keyboard could have one key that can pop out and be used as a mouse

Apple is continuing researching on how one key on the MacBook Pro keyboard could be taken out, and used as a precision mouse.

William Gallagher | 6 months ago

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2014 to 2023: Apple Car has been in the works for almost a decade

Like many other projects Apple has undertaken, the Apple Car has been in the works for almost a decade. Here's the story so far, from when we first starting hearing about Apple working on it.

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

Apple Car may help find your lost iPhone under the seat

The Apple Car could help drivers and passengers work out where they dropped their iPhone within the vehicle using the car's vibrations, with the same system potentially allowing an iPhone to be used as an in-vehicle remote control.

Malcolm Owen | 8 months ago

Motorized iPhone periscope camera could offer optical image stabilization, autofocus

The expected periscope camera system in a future iPhone could include actuators, allowing the lens to move for autofocus and optical image stabilization applications, without requiring a massive camera bump increase.

Malcolm Owen | 8 months ago

How to change the battery on an AirTag

It's been over two years since AirTag shipped, and if you got one at launch, it's again time to replace that battery before it dies on you. Here's how to do it.

William Gallagher | 9 months ago

MicroLED, mini LED, OLED - understanding Apple's future iPhone, iPad, and Mac displays

Apple has brought mini LED to many products, including iPad Pro and MacBook Pro, and is also working on micro LED technology. Here's what to expect from the new display technologies set to take over from TFT LCD and OLED.

Malcolm Owen | 9 months ago

Apple's iPhone came out 16 years ago and changed the world

Compared to today's iPhone 14 Pro and the upcoming iPhone 15, the very first iPhone that went on sale 16 years ago today was startlingly slow and incredibly limited — yet it changed the world.

William Gallagher | 10 months ago

Apple's VR headset: What to expect and what it will look like

Rumors suggest that the Apple VR headset will debut in 2023, and AppleInsider has created renders to showcase what it may look like.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

How to get an App Store refund from your iPhone or iPad

Whether you accidentally purchased the wrong season of your favorite show or wound up buying an app that was a dud, here's how to request a refund directly from Apple.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

How to send fireworks, balloons, hearts, and other flair in iMessage

Give your text and emoji-based messages a bit of life, by sending special effects to others in the iMessage conversation.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

How to get your Apple Music Replay playlist today

It's not just Spotify that has a year-end wrap-up feature, Apple Music does too! Here's how to get your Apple Music Replay playlist, today.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

How to use Shared with You on iOS 15

The Shared with You feature in iOS 15 is a time saver, and a convenience, but only when you know what it sets out to do.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

How to share iCloud photos in iOS 15 and macOS Monterey

You can always send a photo to a friend, but sometimes you need to share images with. more people — and you may not know all of their email addresses. Here's how to share your iCloud Photos.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

How to install and manage apps for Messages on iOS 15 and iPadOS 15

Messages apps on iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 allow you to collaborate with others, share interesting finds, play games, and decorate your chat with stickers. Here's what you need to know to get started using them.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

How to customize your Apple Watch default message responses

If Apple's smart replies to Messages on the Apple Watch doesn't include the right answer, you can create your own. Here's how to set custom responses you can send from your wrist.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

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 | 1 year ago

How to share song lyrics from Apple Music with your friends

End arguments over song lyrics once and for all by sharing the lines from Apple Music to your friends via iMessage, Facebook, and Instagram.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

AppleInsider is hiring writers - apply now!

Do you obsess over Apple news and rumors? Do you roll out of bed and hit your favorite Apple news sites before concerning yourself with the broader aspects of life? Do you like teaching people how to use that iPhone or iPad? We may have the perfect opportunity for you.

AppleInsider Staff | 1 year ago

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