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• iOS 18.3 Adds New Visual Intelligence Features for iPhone 16

  21-01-2025 19:39 via macrumors.com
  
  With the iOS 18.3 update, Apple is adding new Visual Intelligence features for the iPhone 16 models. After installing the software, ‌iPhone 16‌ users will be able to add an event to the Calendar app when using the Camera Control ‌Visual Intelligence‌ option to view a poster or a flyer.
  Using ‌Visual Intelligence‌ to add an event to Calendar was a promised function that Apple showed off when introducing Camera Control, and it will be usable in iOS 18.3. To add an eve
  
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• iOS 26.3 release candidate is out now

  04-02-2026 21:34 via macworld.com
  
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  Following the release of iOS 16.2 on Friday, December 12, the first beta release of iOS 26.3 was made available to developers a few days later, on December 15. We expect a final release to the public sometime in late January or early February. This is reportedly the last minor refresh before iOS 26.4 brings the revamped Siri upgrade we’ve waited over a year to get.Update February 4: The release candidate of iOS 26.3 has been released. We expect the wide release to be next week. Fo
  
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• You can now access F1 TV with your Apple TV account, here’s how to set it up

  04-02-2026 20:01 via 9to5mac.com
  About a month ahead of first Grand Prix of the season, Formula 1 fans can now link their Apple TV account with F1.TV, in order to start enjoying the F1.TV platform at the Premium tier at no extra charge; Premium used to cost $129 per year.This rollout is part of Apple’s exclusive streaming partnership deal with Formula 1 in the United States. To get started, sign up to Apple TV here and then go here to link it to your F1.TV account.more…
  
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• Will the Studio Display 2 have this key upgrade?

  04-02-2026 19:40 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple is expected to release a new version of the Studio Display sometime in the first half of the year. This will mark its first update since originally debuting alongside the Mac Studio in 2022.However, a new rumor suggests the Studio Display 2 might not have a most-wanted feature after all…more…
  
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• Our favorite portable wireless charging station is half-off for the first time

  04-02-2026 19:05 via macworld.com
  
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  Are you ready to finally streamline the way you charge your gadgets at home and on the go? Anker’s 3-in-1 foldable wireless charging station is only $50 on Woot, a massive 55 percent discount from its $110 MSRP, and the best price we’ve ever seen. In fact, Amazon sells this exact model for $90, so you know you’re getting a great deal.This folding charging station was designed to help you power an iPhone, your AirPods, and an Apple Watch at the same time. It supports 15
  
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• Deals: Apple Pencil Pro up to 45% off, Apple Watch Ultra 3 up to $104 off, Crossbody Strap, more

  04-02-2026 17:44 via 9to5mac.com
  Alongside the ongoing $100 price drops on Apple Watch Series 11 models from $299, as well as the$300 discounts on M5 MacBook Pro configurations configs, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is featuring a series of notable Apple accessory deals. We have Apple Pencil Pro from $70 (up o 45% off), the Terra Cotta orange Alpine Loop with the Black Titanium finish at 44% off, and a new all-time low on the black Apple Crossbody Strap. Those offers also join a chance to land Apple Watch Ultra 3 at as muc
  
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• Apple now sells iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max refurbished with discounts

  04-02-2026 17:36 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has updated its online refurbished products store with some big additions: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max are now available refurbished with discounts. Here are the details.more…
  
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• Apple has rare updates coming soon for these three products

  04-02-2026 17:03 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple launched its first product of the year last week: AirTag 2, which arrived five years after the original model. Here are three more new Apple products coming soon that have years-old prior models.more…
  
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• CarPlay could make a splash in an unexpected vehicle

  04-02-2026 16:59 via 9to5mac.com
  While Tesla may be the last automaker anyone expected to consider CarPlay, there’s an even more unlikely vehicle maker that could adopt Apple’s infotainment feature in the future.more…
  
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• Hands-on: this tiny SSD is the most iPhone-friendly external drive yet

  04-02-2026 16:49 via 9to5mac.com
  Storage on Apple devices has always been a sensitive subject. Whether it’s for an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you always pay the highest premium when upgrading the internal storage. An iPhone 17 Pro Max can go from $1199 for its 256GB entry-level model to $2000 for the 2TB model. That’s an additional $800 just for storage on your iPhone. So, for anyone shooting photos, working with large files, or recording Apple ProRes video on iPhone, those storage limits show up fast. I always recommend
  
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• The iPhone 17e might launch in mere weeks

  04-02-2026 16:43 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Despite the company’s best efforts to keep its product launches secret, details about Apple’s much-anticipated iPhone 17e are circulating among case and accessory makers. One such source with knowledge of the matter indicates that the device could launch as early as mid-February.Rather curiously, comes precisely a year after the launch of the iPhone 16e. The 19th is a Thursday, which is unusual: Apple usually announces new products on a Monday or Tuesday, or less frequently
  
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• Spotify upgrades lyrics support with three new features

  04-02-2026 15:57 via 9to5mac.com
  Spotify has announced three big updates rolling out to its lyrics feature. The company says that lyric translations are now available worldwide. It’s also rolling out support for offline lyrics, plus an updated design for previewing lyrics right on the Now Playing view in the Spotify app.more…
  
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• Alexa+ launches for all US users, here’s how to upgrade (or skip it for now)

  04-02-2026 15:32 via 9to5mac.com
  Alexa+ is Amazon’s new AI-infused version of its popular assistant. Following a slow initial rollout, Amazon has just made Alexa+ available to all users in the US. Here’s how to upgrade to Alexa+, or skip it for now.more…
  
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• iPhone 17 Pro Max has the best battery life of 35 smartphones tested

  04-02-2026 15:07 via 9to5mac.com
  Battery life tests carried out by CNET reveal that the iPhone 17 Pro Max has the best battery life of any of the smartphones tested, and that Apple heads the brand rankings across its models.Apple’s flagship model took first place, ahead of several models with substantially higher battery capacity, with the base model iPhone 17 in equal second place …
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• Scary iOS spyware can hide iPhone recording indicators

  04-02-2026 15:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Researchers at Jamf Threat Labs have discovered new iOS spyware that can stop the iPhone camera and microphone indicator lights from working, opensing the possibility of the camera and microphone recording without the users being aware of it.The spyware, called Predator, is developed by Intellexa, a commercial spyware consortium that generally targets governments and large companies. According to Jamf’s report, Predator can selectively suppress the green (for the camera and microp
  
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• If you use Apple Pay, watch out for this clever phishing scam

  04-02-2026 14:51 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  iPhone and Mac users may think they’re immune to online attacks because of the high level of security provided by Apple products. (That’s not quite true, but that’s a discussion for another day.) This ignores, however, the dangers of phishing, which relies on tricking users into giving away vital data rather than overcoming a device’s defences.This is important to understand because some phishing scams can be extremely competent and difficult to spot, and even ex
  
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• Anthropic pokes fun at ads in ChatGPT with Superbowl ad [Video]

  04-02-2026 14:41 via 9to5mac.com
  OpenAI recently revealed that we will soon see ads in ChatGPT conversations, and Anthropic is having some fun with this. It will reportedly run an ad during Sunday’s Super Bowl (below) in which ChatGPT isn’t named but is very clearly the target …more…
  
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• Apple Sports for iPhone updated with PGA, LPGA, and more

  04-02-2026 13:58 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple is rolling out another update to its Apple Sports app for iPhone. This update adds support for Men’s and Women’s golf, as well as expanded support for soccer and tennis matches.
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• Redesigned OLED MacBook Pro on track to arrive this year, report claims

  04-02-2026 13:41 via macworld.com
  
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  New MacBook Pro models could be with us any day now, apparently waiting only for the rollout of macOS 26.3. But those new machines won’t look any different from their predecessors. They’ll have new M5 Pro/M5 Max chips, but the designs will be the same old, same old.If you’re hoping for a new look in 2026, however, there’s reason to be hopeful. Apple is expected to follow the imminent launch with something much more exciting: a redesigned MacBook Pro with an M6 ch
  
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• iOS 26.2.1 causing crashes, freezes, and severe battery drain for some

  04-02-2026 13:29 via 9to5mac.com
  iOS 26.2.1 was released last week, adding support for AirTag 2, alongside bug fixes. However, a small minority of users are reporting that it has introduced bugs rather than removed them.Among the problems being reported are apps crashing, freezing, or lagging; connectivity failures; and severe battery drain …more…
  
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• 15 features to make your Apple devices work in perfect harmony

  04-02-2026 13:15 via macworld.com
  
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  “It just works” is one of Steve Jobs’ most famous quotes, but it’s more than that: it’s the core principle behind Apple’s product strategy. From unboxing and setup to exploring features, the experience of every Apple device is designed to be simple, welcoming, and intuitive for newbies and techies alike.What’s even more impressive, however, is the way Apple products combine so seamlessly. If you’ve invested in a Mac, an iPhone, an iPad, an
  
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• PSA: Check your Apple Home is up to date in the next few days

  04-02-2026 13:07 via 9to5mac.com
  It’s well over three years since the launch of a new Apple Home architecture to make HomeKit more reliable and to support the Matter standard.Still, not everyone has yet updated, and if you’re among them, you now have less than a week to do so before your smart home stops working …
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• AirTag (2nd gen) review: An even better finder

  04-02-2026 12:30 via macworld.com
  
  MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsSimple and efficient Bluetooth trackerWorks with Apple’s Find My appLouder than original AirTagIncreased Precision Finding rangeEasy to set upInexpensiveConsStill chubbyStill no keyring holeStill uses non-rechargeable batteryOur VerdictAt $29 Apple’s own Find My tracker remains a very affordable accessory for locating your lost items. The new version is louder and has a wider range, key improvements are welcome indeed.Price When Reviewed
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• iPhone users say iOS 26.2.1 causes crashes and connectivity issues

  04-02-2026 12:22 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Apple may have another stinker of an iOS update on its hands. iPhone owners on multiple forums are reporting crashes, freezes and other problems with the latest point update, iOS 26.2.1.One thread on the Apple Community forum is called “iOS 26.2.1 has rendered my phone unusable” and complains that nearly every app on the user’s iPhone has started to crash or freeze since installing the update. They report that deleting apps and files doesn’t appear to help.&ldquo
  
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• Never lose your wallet again with this credit card-sized tracker on sale

  04-02-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: The MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card integrates seamlessly with Apple’s Find My app and is on sale for $23.99 (reg. $59.99).If you’re tired of that mini heart attack every time you pat your pockets and don’t feel your wallet, it’s time to upgrade your peace of mind. The MagTag Ultra Slim Tracker Card is currently on sale for just $23.99, down from its regular $59.99 price tag. That’s 60% off for a device that could save you cou
  
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• Apple’s search deal with Google could face renewed scrutiny as DOJ appeals antitrust ruling

  04-02-2026 01:37 via 9to5mac.com
  Last year, a federal judge ruled that Google had illegally maintained a search monopoly, but allowed the company to keep paying to be the default search engine on Apple devices (with very few caveats). Now, the Department of Justice and a group of states are appealing the overall decision. Here are the details.more…
  
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• xAI accused of destroying evidence in antitrust case against Apple and OpenAI

  03-02-2026 22:00 via 9to5mac.com
  As OpenAI accused xAI of systematically destroying internal communications, the court also shut down xAI’s bid to add a high-ranking former OpenAI researcher to discovery. Here’s the latest on this increasingly messy lawsuit.more…
  
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• ChatGPT is down for many users in major OpenAI outage [U: Fixed]

  03-02-2026 21:37 via 9to5mac.com
  It’s not just you: ChatGPT is down for many users right now. Here’s the latest on OpenAI’s outage.Update: the problem was resolved with all elements of the service back online by February 4.more…
  
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• 9to5Mac Daily: February 3, 2026 – iPhone 18 rumors and pricing

  03-02-2026 21:25 via 9to5mac.com
  Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year.more…
  
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• Apple TV unveils Anya Taylor-Joy’s first big series since The Queen’s Gambit

  03-02-2026 21:21 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple TV is hosting a major media event today, and it just unveiled the highly-anticipated series Lucky, which stars Anya Taylor-Joy in her first big show since The Queen’s Gambit.more…
  
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