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• Logic Pros Live Loops Launchpad Diary: Creating custom hardware control surfaces

  21-03-2021 21:18 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  After exploring some techniques and functionality to bolster performance potential last time around, today we are taking a look at custom Launchpad modes and creating our own bespoke controls for Logic Pro. Continuing our journey towards complete creative hardware dominance over our instruments and tracks in Logic Pro, these custom made templates allow us to quickly and simply throw some widgets around to personalize hardware control over just about every parameter your trackpad can find. Used
  
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• 24% of hit documentary ‘Melania’ attendees subscribe to Apple TV

  31-01-2026 21:44 via macdailynews.com
  The hit documentary Melania, an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at Melania Trump during the 20 days leading up to Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration in January 2025 distributed by Amazon MGM Studios, has posted a very strong opening weekend performance — including an impressive $8.1 million box office debut, an “A” CinemaScore, and overwhelming audience enthusiasm — with exit polls revealing that 24% of attending viewers who subscribe to streaming ser
  
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• Apple Changes How You Order a Mac

  31-01-2026 19:51 via macrumors.com
  Apple recently updated its online store with a new ordering process for Macs, including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro.
  There used to be a handful of standard configurations available for each Mac, but now you must configure a Mac entirely from scratch on a feature-by-feature basis. In other words, ordering a new Mac now works much like ordering an iPad.This change was spotted by Macworld and the French blog Consomac, among others.
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• Get Up to $149 Off M5 iPad Pro on Amazon This Weekend

  31-01-2026 16:12 via macrumors.com
  Amazon is offering discounts across the M5 iPad Pro lineup this weekend, including both 11-inch and 13-inch models. The highlight this time around is a return of a low price on the 256GB Wi-Fi 11-inch M5 iPad Pro, which is on sale for $899.00, down from $999.00.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Many of the deals in this sale match — or beat &mdas
  
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• Apple Check Signed by Steve Jobs Sells for 4,800× Its Original Value

  31-01-2026 15:12 via macrumors.com
  RR Auction has announced that an Apple check signed by the company's co-founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak fetched a whopping $2.4 million at auction this week. The check was for $500, meaning that it sold for 4,800× its original value.
  According to RR Auction, the $500 check was issued to printed circuit board designer Howard Cantin, shortly after Jobs and Wozniak opened Apple's first bank account. Cantin was responsible for translating Wozniak's Apple-1 schematic into a manufacturable
  
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• Top Stories: Apple Creator Studio, AirTag 2, and More

  31-01-2026 15:00 via macrumors.com
  It was a busy week with Apple's first real launches of 2026, led by the release of the Creator Studio app bundle and the second-generation AirTag.
  We also got some rumors about Apple's plans for Mac updates in 2026, timing on the more personalized Siri finally arriving, and a significant acquisition by Apple, so read on below for all the details!Top Stories
  Apple's 'Creator Studio' App Bundle Now Available for $12.99 Per Month
  Apple this week launched the new Creator Studio bundle that was initi
  
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• You’re wasting time copy-pasting into ChatGPT

  31-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: Get BrowserCopilot AI’s unlimited lifetime plan for $69 and bring a fully personalized, multi-model AI assistant into your browser (MSRP $619).Confession time: How many times are you bugging ChatGPT during the day? No judgement. But if you’re still copying and pasting between tabs, you’re doing it the slow, messy way. BrowserCopilot fixes that.This browser-native AI assistant lives inside Chrome (and other Chromium browsers), giving you
  
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• Get a Touch Bar MacBook Pro + MS Office for just $445

  31-01-2026 09:00 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  TL;DR: For $444.99, you get a powerful, near-mint MacBook Pro and lifetime Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac—hardware and software handled in one smart move.If your current laptop is hanging on by a thread, or your productivity apps are locked behind monthly fees, this bundle is a no-brainer. For just $444.99, you get a Grade A refurbished 13″ MacBook Pro and a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac.That’s a seri
  
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• Latest blow to Apple: Four AI researchers, top Siri leader depart

  30-01-2026 22:01 via macdailynews.com
  Apple CEO Tim Cook
  Apple continues to experience significant talent turnover in its artificial intelligence division, with at least four more AI researchers departing in recent weeks alongside a senior executive from its Siri team.
  According to a Bloomberg report published on January 30, 2026, the latest exits include researchers Yinfei Yang, Haoxuan You, Bailin Wang, and Zirui Wang. These departures add to ongoing challenges for Apple’s AI efforts as the company works to advance features
  
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• Apple posts all-time record earnings, stock ticks down

  30-01-2026 20:20 via macdailynews.com
  Apple’s flagship iPhone 17 Pro Max
  Apple iPhone buyers aren’t holding off for enhanced AI capabilities. For Apple, this presents a mix of positive and challenging implications.
  The upside was clear in the company’s fiscal first-quarter earnings released late Thursday. iPhone revenue jumped 23% year-over-year to more than $85 billion (precisely $85.3 billion in reports), significantly exceeding Wall Street forecasts. This marked the strongest December-quarter growth for Apple&rs
  
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• Apple Still Preparing Two New Versions of Siri as Some Employees Leave

  30-01-2026 20:16 via macrumors.com
  In a new report about Apple losing at least four more AI researchers in recent weeks, in addition to a high-ranking Siri executive, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated that the company is preparing to release two new versions of Siri.
  First, Apple announced that it plans to release a more personalized version of Siri powered by Google Gemini this year. It is expected to be part of iOS 26.4, which should enter beta testing in February and be released to the general public in March or April.Back in
  
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• New Siri: Apple Almost Chose a Different Partner Before Google Gemini

  30-01-2026 19:50 via macrumors.com
  In a recent interview with the tech podcast TBPN, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed that Apple was initially "going to rebuild Siri around Claude," the large language model and chatbot developed by the company Anthropic. In the end, though, Apple announced that it had decided to use Google's Gemini platform instead.
  According to Gurman, Apple went with Google due at least in part to money."Anthropic was holding them over a barrel," said Gurman, in a podcast clip shared by TBPN. "They wanted a ton
  
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• What to Expect From Apple in February, Including Revamped Siri in Beta

  30-01-2026 19:04 via macrumors.com
  Following a January that saw Apple release a new AirTag and the Creator Studio bundle of creative apps, it is now time to shift our attention to February.
  Below, we have outlined some key items to expect from Apple in February. Of course, these are only the things that are known, so stay tuned for even more.iOS 26.3iOS 26.3 remains in beta testing, but the update should be released soon. We expect the iOS 26.3 Release Candidate to be seeded as early as next week, and the update should be release
  
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• This 20,000mAh power bank is the best $33 you’ll ever spend

  30-01-2026 18:30 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  Every Apple user needs a great power bank, whether they’re traveling all day or just roaming from room to room, that has enough juice for their iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Today’s deal is the only one you’ll ever need: The 20,000mAh Mophie PowerStation Pro is down to an incredible $33 at Amazon, a massive 45 percent discount and the best price we’ve ever seen.This is a power bank with a massive capacity of 20,000mAh, which is enough to charge your smartphone about fou
  
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• Apple debuts its 2026 Chinese New Year short film Shot on iPhone 17 Pro

  30-01-2026 18:01 via macdailynews.com
  Still from Apple’s new Shot on iPhone 17 Pro Chinese New Year film, “Glad I Met You”
  Apple has released a charming new “Shot on iPhone” film just in time for Chinese New Year, highlighting the cinematic capabilities of the iPhone 17 Pro.
  Titled “Chinese New Year – Glad I Met You”, the short film follows a heartwarming story centered on a girl, a talking dog, and an elaborate, thoughtfully planned scheme — all revolving around the theme of dis
  
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• Retail Accessories Apple Won't Sell You Now Available via New Site

  30-01-2026 17:46 via macrumors.com
  A newly surfaced resale operation is seemingly offering Apple Store–exclusive display accessories to the public for the first time, potentially giving consumers access to Apple-designed hardware that the company has historically kept confined to its retail environments.
  Apple designs a range of premium MagSafe charging stands, display trays, and hardware systems exclusively for displays in its global retail stores. They have never been made available through Apple's online store or physica
  
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• Apple ‘runs on Anthropic,’ says Mark Gurman

  30-01-2026 17:27 via 9to5mac.com
  Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman is well known for having numerous sources inside of Apple, and in a new interview he shared some interesting comments about the company’s reliance on Anthropic.more…
  
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• The MacRumors Show: Apple Launches AirTag 2 and Creator Studio

  30-01-2026 17:24 via macrumors.com
  On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's newly launched AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos
  Earlier this week, Apple announced the second-generation ‌AirTag‌, marking the first major update to its item tracker since the product's introduction in 2021, with improvements focused on tracking range, audio output, and device support rather than changes to its physical design.The new ‌AirTag‌ uses
  
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• Apple Shares 2026 Chinese New Year Short Film Shot on iPhone 17 Pro

  30-01-2026 17:23 via macrumors.com
  Apple today shared a short film to usher in the Chinese New Year, aka Lunar New Year, which begins February 17 and will be celebrated through March 3.
  "A girl, a talking dog, and a meticulously thought out scheme make up this heartwarming tale about finding family," says Apple. "Apple joins forces with director Bai Xue for an imaginative blend of cinematography and stop-motion to usher in Chinese New Year."
  The video was shot on the iPhone 17 Pro, and there is also behind-the-scenes footage.Rela
  
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• Apple shares heartwarming ‘Glad I Met You’ short film shot on iPhone 17 Pro

  30-01-2026 17:18 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple has released its annual Shot on iPhone short film in celebration of Chinese New Year. This year’s film, “Glad I Met You,” tells a heartwarming story of finding family with a stray dog.more…
  
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• 2026 Mac mini with M5 & M5 Pro: Release date, specs, performance & price rumors

  30-01-2026 17:16 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  The Mac mini is a top-tier choice for a wide range of users, from home office workers to creative professionals, thanks to its excellent performance-to-price ratio and versatile, space-saving design. Following a significant redesign in late 2024, the Mac mini became smaller, faster, and more appealing than ever.If you’re thinking about buying a Mac mini, you’re probably wondering whether Apple is planning another update soon, what new features might be coming to the 2026 Mac
  
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• You Can Now Follow Apple Creator Studio on Instagram

  30-01-2026 17:15 via macrumors.com
  Apple Creator Studio now has an official Instagram account, as spotted by Scott Buscemi.
  Apple Creator Studio is a new subscription bundle that provides access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on the Mac and/or iPad, with U.S. pricing set at $12.99 per month or $129 per year.A subscription also unlocks "intelligent features" and "premium content" in apps like Numbers, Pages, and Keynote, plus the Freeform app later this year.If you are interested in
  
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• Apple’s ‘Sugar,’ starring Colin Farrell, returns for season two on June 19th

  30-01-2026 17:01 via macdailynews.com
  Season two of “Sugar” premieres Friday, June 19, 2026 on Apple TV.
  On Friday, Apple TV unveiled a first look at the anticipated season two return of “Sugar,” the acclaimed neo-noir detective drama starring and executive produced by Colin Farrell. The eight-episode second season of “Sugar” will make its global return on Friday, June 19th on Apple TV with one episode, followed by one new episode weekly, every Friday through August 7th.
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• Apple just completely changed how you buy a new Mac

  30-01-2026 16:58 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  For as long as Apple’s been selling Macs online, it has offered them in a very specific way. There’s the base model, then models with more RAM and storage, higher processor options, larger displays, etc. It requires a bit of study—some models have more storage but less RAM—but it made the pricing very clear.If you go to buy a new Mac from Apple.com today, you’ll notice that things have changed. Instead of a variety of pre-configured options, you’ll se
  
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• Sorry Apple fans, Mac prices might be going up this year

  30-01-2026 16:54 via macworld.com
  
  Macworld
  These early days of AI development are filled with promises, potential, excitement, hallucinations, and abominations. These early days are also costing us a lot of money, too. Take RAM, for example. Prices have skyrocketed because demand has skyrocketed, thanks to AI infrastructure needs. So far, the Apple consumer hasn’t been affected, but that could change soon.Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently posted an analysis of the RAM market and how Apple could handle the situation surrounding
  
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• Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods Pro 3 Return to $199 Record Low Price, Plus AirTag 4-Pack at $69.99

  30-01-2026 16:35 via macrumors.com
  Apple's AirPods Pro 3 returned to their all-time low price of $199.00 this week on Amazon, accompanied by other solid discounts like $60 off AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation, $29 off AirTag 4-Pack, and a few deals across Anker and Nomad charging accessories.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.AirPodsWhat's the deal? Take up to $60 off AirPods 4 a
  
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• Apple TV’s hit detective series with Colin Farrell sets return date

  30-01-2026 16:32 via 9to5mac.com
  Apple TV’s hit neo-noir detective series Sugar is back for season 2 this year, with Colin Farrell returning. Here’s the just announced release date.more…
  
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• Will the iPhone Air 2 Launch This Year? The Latest Report Says No

  30-01-2026 16:31 via macrumors.com
  A second-generation iPhone Air is "not expected this year," according to a Nikkei Asia report today that cites people familiar with Apple's supply chain.
  The report said Apple plans to release an iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and foldable iPhone later this year, followed by the base model iPhone 18 in the first half of next year. The report said Apple does have a revamped iPhone Air in the pipeline, but the publication does not expect it to launch until at least 2027.While one leaker on the
  
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• Apple Watches prove useful in screening for AFib, studies find

  30-01-2026 16:02 via macdailynews.com
  Recent research highlights the effectiveness of Apple Watch in screening for atrial fibrillation (AFib), a prevalent heart rhythm disorder that substantially increases stroke risk.
  Two studies published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology demonstrate the device’s value in detecting AFib, which is often challenging to diagnose due to its intermittent and sometimes asymptomatic nature.
  Apple Watch models equipped for AFib screening use two methods: passive monitoring of the
  
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• Apple Explains How Gemini-Powered Siri Will Work

  30-01-2026 15:49 via macrumors.com
  Apple CEO Tim Cook yesterday reiterated the structure of its partnership with Google to use Gemini AI models for the next generation version of Siri.
  During the company's Q1 2026 earnings call yesterday, Apple CEO ‌Tim Cook‌ and CFO Kevan Parekh were asked several questions about Apple Intelligence and the company's recently announced deal with Google to power the personalized version of ‌Siri‌ using Gemini.
  We basically determined that Google's AI technology would provide th
  
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