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Some M1 iMac models appear to sit off-center due to manufacturing flaw

5 days ago

Some M1 iMac models appear to sit off-center due to manufacturing flaw

Some M1 iMac buyers are reporting an apparent issue with the way that the device is mounted to its stand, causing some iMacs to sit slightly crooked when on a flat surface.

By Mike Peterson | 5 days ago

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Compared: AirPods Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM4 true wireless earbuds

5 days ago

Compared: AirPods Pro vs Sony WF-1000XM4 true wireless earbuds

Sony launched the WF-1000XM4 wireless earbuds in June, its noise-cancelling rival to the Apple AirPods Pro. Here's how Sony's latest stacks up against Apple's heavy hitter.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Prototype Apple Watch with case designed to look like a brick phone leaks

5 days ago

Prototype Apple Watch with case designed to look like a brick phone leaks

New images of a prototype first-generation Apple Watch inside a special case designed to conceal its appearance have surfaced online.

By Mike Peterson | 5 days ago

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Justice Department to bolster rules on obtaining records on lawmakers

5 days ago

Justice Department to bolster rules on obtaining records on lawmakers

The Justice Department said it is revising polices on obtaining records from lawmakers after the agency under the Trump Administration subpoenaed Apple for data on two members of Congress.

By Mike Peterson | 5 days ago

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iPhone 12 silicone cases now available in Sunflower, Electric Orange, and Cloud Blue

5 days ago

iPhone 12 silicone cases now available in Sunflower, Electric Orange, and Cloud Blue

Apple has introduced a trio of new case color options for its iPhone 12 device range, with users now able to select Sunflower, Cloud Blue, and Electric Orange coverings for their mobile devices.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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HomePod is sold out, but isn't dead yet - Apple's 'end of life' explained

5 days ago

HomePod is sold out, but isn't dead yet - Apple's 'end of life' explained

Apple looks to be finally out of the original HomePod at retail and online. Here's what that removal from sale practically means, and where you can still score one.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Apple releases iOS 12.5.4 security update for older devices

5 days ago

Apple releases iOS 12.5.4 security update for older devices

Apple has released an iOS 12.5.4 security update for older devices that patches three vulnerabilities — two of which may have been exploited in the wild.

By Wesley Hilliard | 5 days ago

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Apple provides third beta of macOS 11.5 to developers

5 days ago

Apple provides third beta of macOS 11.5 to developers

Apple has started seeding the third beta build of macOS 11.5 to developers for testing on their Macs.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Apple issues third developer betas of iOS 14.7, iPadOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6 [u]

5 days ago

Apple issues third developer betas of iOS 14.7, iPadOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6 [u]

Apple has reached the third round of betas for the current generation of its OS range, providing developers with new builds of iOS 14.7, iPadOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, and watchOS 7.6.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Beats Studio Buds launches with ANC at $150, ships June 24

5 days ago

Beats Studio Buds launches with ANC at $150, ships June 24

Apple subsidiary Beats by Dre has launched its Beats Studio Buds, wireless earphones that offer active noise cancellation in an extremely compact package.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Apple Card seeing issue with in-store Apple Pay purchases

5 days ago

Apple Card seeing issue with in-store Apple Pay purchases

Apple has confirmed that an issue may be causing problems with in-store Apple Pay purchasing for Apple Card users.

By Mike Peterson | 5 days ago

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WWDC HomeKit changes, new product launches, & listener questions on HomeKit Insider

5 days ago

WWDC HomeKit changes, new product launches, & listener questions on HomeKit Insider

On this week's episode of HomeKit Insider, we talk about all the news for the week including the bonanza from WWDC, and answer a few listener questions.

By Andrew O'Hara | 5 days ago

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New Apple Music ad visualizes Spatial Audio with cloned singers

5 days ago

New Apple Music ad visualizes Spatial Audio with cloned singers

Apple has created a new ad to promote the new Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos feature of Apple Music as being "Beyond Stereo" for its listeners.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Amazon Prime Luna cloud gaming service available for Mac, iOS on June 21

5 days ago

Amazon Prime Luna cloud gaming service available for Mac, iOS on June 21

Amazon will open access to its Luna cloud game streaming platform on June 21 and June 22, allowing anyone with an Amazon Prime account to test out the service.

By Mike Peterson | 5 days ago

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Season 2 of 'The Morning Show' debuts on Sept. 17

5 days ago

Season 2 of 'The Morning Show' debuts on Sept. 17

The award-winning newsroom drama "The Morning Show" gears up for a return to Apple TV+ with a new two-minute long teaser video.

By Amber Neely | 5 days ago

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Amazon's $599 M1 Mac mini deal is still going strong, save $100

5 days ago

Amazon's $599 M1 Mac mini deal is still going strong, save $100

Amazon's cheapest M1 Mac mini deal is still going strong as we embark on the second half of June, with the $100 discount on the standard model matching the record low price of $599.

By Christine McKee | 5 days ago

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Niantic's 'Transformers: Heavy Metal' will bring AR autobots to the iPhone

5 days ago

Niantic's 'Transformers: Heavy Metal' will bring AR autobots to the iPhone

Niantic is working with Hasbro and Tomy to produce "Transformers: Heavy Metal," a game that will use AR to bring the Autobots to a real-world setting, using the iPhone.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Apple Nashville celebrates Black Music Month with virtual Today at Apple sessions

5 days ago

Apple Nashville celebrates Black Music Month with virtual Today at Apple sessions

Country stars Valerie June and Willie Jones are each running new Today at Apple songwriting workshops, hosted by Apple's Nashville, Tennessee store, and screened online.

By William Gallagher | 5 days ago

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Camera app development for iPhone: Halide Team on the AppleInsider podcast

5 days ago

Camera app development for iPhone: Halide Team on the AppleInsider podcast

Lux Optics, the maker of Halide for iPhone and iPad joins us on a special episode of the AppleInsider Podcast to discuss developing for the App Store, offering a subscription pricing model, and problem solving as a team.

By Stephen Robles | 5 days ago

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Giveaway: enter to win a 2021 M1 12.9-inch iPad Pro from Expercom

5 days ago

Giveaway: enter to win a 2021 M1 12.9-inch iPad Pro from Expercom

Apple Premier Partner Expercom is giving away a brand-new 2021 M1 iPad Pro 12.9-inch in Space Gray to one lucky AppleInsider reader. Enter today for a chance to win the latest iPad Pro with Apple's new Liquid Retina XDR display valued at $1,099.

By AppleInsider Staff | 5 days ago

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Apple plans new 'Apple Watch SE,' faster models, extreme sports version

5 days ago

Apple plans new 'Apple Watch SE,' faster models, extreme sports version

The 2021 "Apple Watch Series 7" for 2021 will be faster with a better screen — and Apple is reportedly working on more health features, and an extreme sports model alongside a revised entry-level Apple Watch for 2022.

By William Gallagher | 5 days ago

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Beats Studio Buds appear early on Best Buy's website

5 days ago

Beats Studio Buds appear early on Best Buy's website

Apple's worst-kept secret, the Beats Studio Buds have surfaced yet again, with major retailer Best Buy advertising the personal audio accessories on its website.

By Malcolm Owen | 5 days ago

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Original HomePod now sold out at online and in Apple Stores nationwide

5 days ago

Original HomePod now sold out at online and in Apple Stores nationwide

After a period of tight stock, both the white and space gray original HomePod models have now sold out and are unavailable either online or in Apple Stores in the US and Canada.

By William Gallagher | 5 days ago

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How to set up a VPN on an iPhone or iPad

6 days ago

How to set up a VPN on an iPhone or iPad

While Apple's Private Relay is on the way, not everyone may want to sign up for iCloud+ to get its benefits, or even to wait for it to arrive. Here's how to set your iPhone or iPad to use a VPN right now.

By Malcolm Owen | 6 days ago

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Elgato Stream Deck review: A Mac accessory you didn't realize you need

6 days ago

Elgato Stream Deck review: A Mac accessory you didn't realize you need

With the launch of its updated software and new online store, Elgato's Stream Deck becomes ever more a must-have accessory for all desktop Mac users.

By William Gallagher | 6 days ago

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US Apple Stores dropping customer mask requirement on June 15

6 days ago

US Apple Stores dropping customer mask requirement on June 15

Apple is preparing to loosen its requirements for wearing masks in Apple Stores as part of its COVID-19 policies in the US, a report claims, with vaccinated customers potentially able to enter stores without wearing a mask starting Tuesday.

By Malcolm Owen | 6 days ago

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Trump White House counsel was a subject of Apple subpoenas

6 days ago

Trump White House counsel was a subject of Apple subpoenas

The White House counsel to former President Donald Trump was one of the targets of Justice Department subpoenas applied against Apple for account data, according to a report, with the number of high-profile people affected by an investigation continuing to grow.

By AppleInsider Staff | 6 days ago

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Apple execs say iPadOS 15 helps users to multitask with UI changes

6 days ago

Apple execs say iPadOS 15 helps users to multitask with UI changes

The multitasking changes to iPadOS 15 made it easier for users to understand they could multitask in the first place, a post-WWDC interview with Apple VP of worldwide product marketing Bob Borchers and VP of intelligent system experience Sebastien Marineau-Mes reveals.

By Malcolm Owen | 6 days ago

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Japan to probe Apple and Google in antitrust discussions

6 days ago

Japan to probe Apple and Google in antitrust discussions

Apple is set to face more scrutiny of its business practices, with the Japanese government said to be preparing another antitrust probe into both Apple and Google.

By Malcolm Owen | 6 days ago

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Hands on: Azio Izo wireless keyboard set is an attractive, functional addition to your desk

1 week ago

Hands on: Azio Izo wireless keyboard set is an attractive, functional addition to your desk

Keyboard maker Azio's new wireless keyboard collection intends to bring a luxe touch to your desk, a range that is now launching on Kickstarter.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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Apple channels Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' to sell iPad-based freedom

1 week ago

Apple channels Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' to sell iPad-based freedom

A new ad for the iPad Pro has surfaced, using a song from Disney's "The Little Mermaid" to promote the tablet as a better computing platform than desktops in offices.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 week ago

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WWDC 2021, Intel hints, and Apple Car — This Week in Apple

1 week ago

WWDC 2021, Intel hints, and Apple Car — This Week in Apple

This week, all eyes were on WWDC as Apple revealed its updates to iOS, iPadOS, and other operating systems, while regulators provided details of unreleased products including the "iPhone 13" and "Beats Studio."

By Malcolm Owen | 1 week ago

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Apple's Federighi and Joswiak talk privacy, Siri, Universal Control and more

1 week ago

Apple's Federighi and Joswiak talk privacy, Siri, Universal Control and more

The continued tradition of Apple SVP of software engineering Craig Federighi and VP of product marketing Greg Joswiak sitting down with John Gruber continues in 2021, with discussions about what Apple launched during WWDC 2021, privacy, on-device Siri processing, and the creation of Universal Control

By Malcolm Owen | 1 week ago

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Apple greenlit Trump request for lawmakers' data, suggests order slid under radar

1 week ago

Apple greenlit Trump request for lawmakers' data, suggests order slid under radar

Apple was unaware that a Trump administration request for data included information linked to two congressmen, something it says would have been "virtually impossible" to understand without first parsing user accounts.

By Mikey Campbell | 1 week ago

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Apple shares video recaps of fourth, fifth day of WWDC 2021

1 week ago

Apple shares video recaps of fourth, fifth day of WWDC 2021

Apple has shared video recaps featuring sessions and highlights from the fourth and fifth day of its virtual WWDC 2021 event.

By Mike Peterson | 1 week ago

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Lawsuit claims iPhone and other Apple devices infringe on wireless patents

1 week ago

Lawsuit claims iPhone and other Apple devices infringe on wireless patents

Apple has been hit with a lawsuit alleging that virtually all of its products that support Wi-Fi and cellular connectivity infringe on a set of wireless communication patents.

By Mike Peterson | 1 week ago

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Federal Circuit affirms decision to toss iPhone dual-camera patent lawsuit

1 week ago

Federal Circuit affirms decision to toss iPhone dual-camera patent lawsuit

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on Friday affirmed a lower court decision to dismiss a lawsuit alleging that the dual-camera setup of certain iPhone models infringed on existing patents.

By Mike Peterson | 1 week ago

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'iPad mini 6' renders show off slim bezels & lack of home button

1 week ago

'iPad mini 6' renders show off slim bezels & lack of home button

For some time, Apple's next iPad mini has been rumored to see a major redesign, and one prominent leaker has created a set of renders based on alleged schematics and images of the device.

By Mike Peterson | 1 week ago

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Beats Studio Buds will launch on July 21, says leaker

1 week ago

Beats Studio Buds will launch on July 21, says leaker

Apple's often-leaked Beats Studio Buds are set to launch on July 21, according to Jon Prosser.

By Wesley Hilliard | 1 week ago

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How Universal Control on iPadOS 15 and macOS 12 works

1 week ago

How Universal Control on iPadOS 15 and macOS 12 works

Announced at WWDC 2021, Universal Control is an upcoming feature that allows a user to work across multiple Apple devices with a single keyboard and cursor and allows for effortless drag and drop. Here's how it works, and what you need.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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