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HomeKit Weekly: Track your HomeKit device batteries with HomeBatteries
Keeping tabs on battery-powered HomeKit accessories like the can be challenging. From smart locks to motion sensors, battery status is often out of sight, out of mindโuntil the moment a device fails to respond. Enter HomeBatteries, an app designed to solve this problem by giving you an easy place to monitor HomeKit battery and ensuring you lose access to one of your devices. moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:
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Cops think iPhones are secretly communicating with each other to reboot [U]
Update: A security researcher on Mastodon has cracked the case on this, proving that it has nothing to do with iPhones secretly communicating with each other. A new report from 404 Media says that law enforcement officials in Detroit, Michigan believe that iOS 18 includes a โnew security feature that tells nearby iPhones to reboot if they have been disconnected from a cellular network for some time.โ moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:Deals: M4 Mac mini all-time low, M4 iMac up to $120 off, AirPods Pro 2 $170 via Amazon, Watch bands, more
Alongside the now live Best Buy early Black Friday Doorbuster deals, itโs now time for your Friday edition of our daily 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals on Apple gear and accessories. Alongside an ongoing deal on the brand new AirPods 4, Amazon is now taking its turn with one of the best prices to date on Appleโs flagship AirPods Pro 2. But we also spotted a new all-time low on the brand new M4 Mac mini and as well as the...
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:Appleโs gaming success might look entirely different than you expect
Apple has been accelerating its focus on gaming in recent years, fueled by the era of M-class Mac chips, booming App Store subscription revenue, and Apple Arcade. But thereโs another area of gaming effort you may have missed, and itโs continuing to grow at a steady pace: Apple News Puzzles. moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:Appleโs extended holiday return period officially kicks in
Appleโs key holiday extended return policy has officially started. Apple says that most products received between November 8, 2025 and December 25, 2024 may be returned through January 8, 2025. moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:M4 Mac mini offers modular SSD storage, faster base model speeds
Along with the dramatic external design, the new M4 Mac mini also features multiple internal changes. According to early teardowns and user reports, the new Mac mini features a removable SSD. This doesnโt mean, however, that you can buy a new Mac mini and upgrade the storage after the fact. moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:Apple found a way to monetize Apple Intelligence without even charging for it
Apple Intelligence officially launched just weeks ago, and its more exciting new features are coming next month with iOS 18.2โall available cost-free. While many analysts and investors are anxious to see how AI might fuel an uptick of iPhone 16 purchases, this weekโs beta release showed another way for Apple to monetize its AI offerings. moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:M4 Macs launch day: Same-day availability, trade-in deals, more
The new MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac mini powered by M4 are officially here. After being announced last week with pre-order availability, Appleโs new M4 Mac lineup can is now available for purchase at Apple Stores around the world. Hereโs everything you need to know about M4 Mac launch dayโฆ moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:Kuo: iPhone 18 Pro to feature upgraded main camera with variable aperture
According to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple is working on a significant camera upgrade for the iPhone 18 coming in 2026. The analyst says the iPhone 18โs main rear camera will be upgraded to a variable aperture lens for the first time. moreโฆ
Published on: November 08, 2024 | Source:Security Bite: Mechanics of Apple CarPlay
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle,the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most...
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Netflix now lets you share screenshots of your favorite moments from a movie or show
Pretty much every video streaming platform has DRM-protected content, which aims to prevent users from distributing copyrighted material. Unfortunately, this also means that users canโt easily share screenshots of specific moments of something theyโre watching with others โ but Netflix is introducing a new feature that will change that. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Playlist cover artwork app โDenimโ now integrates with Spotify
As previously covered here on 9to5Mac, Denim is a powerful app that provides tools for creating and customizing cover artwork for playlist. Following an update in August that added many new options to the app, Denim is now getting another update โ this time with Spotify integration. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Rivian adds support for Control Center widgets in iOS 18
Following Tesla last month, Rivian is now rolling out support for Control Center widgets for iPhone users running iOS 18. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:9to5Mac Daily: November 7, 2024 โ iCloud glitches, EU investigations
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is availableon iTunes and Appleโs Podcasts app,Stitcher,TuneIn,Google Play, or through ourdedicated RSS feedfor Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by CardPointers: The best way to maximize your credit card rewards. Save 30% and get a $100 Savings Card today. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Belkin debuts compact Travel Bag for Apple Vision Pro
Following the launch of the Belkin Head Strap earlier this week, Belkin today is further expanding its accessory lineup for Apple Vision Pro. The company has unveiled its new Belkin Travel Bag as a โcompact and lightweightโ alternative to Appleโs own Travel Case. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:macOS High Power Mode comes to MacBook Pro and Mac mini with M4 Pro
The first reviews of Appleโs new M4 Mac lineup dropped today, including the Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro. One interesting tidbit that emerged via Ars Technicaโs review is that Apple has expanded the โHigh Power Modeโ in macOS to the M4 Pro configurations of the Mac mini and MacBook Pro. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:macOS Sequoia 15.2 upgrades AirPlay with new feature
The latest macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta upgrades the experience of using AirPlay to share content from your Mac to your Apple TV. Now, thereโs a new option to only share a specific window or app when using AirPlay from your Mac to Apple TV. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Rumor Replay: MacBook Pro redesign, Appleโs Vision roadmap, and more
Welcome to Rumor Replay, a new weekly column at 9to5Mac that provides a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with my analysis and commentary. Today: two future MacBook Pro models and a big redesign, the Vision roadmap at Apple, 90Hz displays, and more. Here are this weekโs Apple rumors. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Apple devices may soon learn to ignore the โHey Siriโ command heard on TV ads
Apple introduced the โHey Siriโ command with iOS 8 to let users easily interact with the virtual assistant without having to press any buttons. However, over the years, this has resulted in Siri being mistakenly triggered when the command is spoken on a TV ad. But Apple is finally working on a fix for this. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Some Apple Stores will pilot reduced Vision Pro presence as M4 Macs launch
Tomorrow is Appleโs big launch day for the first M4 Macs. And reportedly, in sync with those new debuts, the company will also start piloting a scaled back Vision Pro presence in some Apple Stores. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:iOS 18.2 release date: When to expect Appleโs big new features
iOS 18.1 arrived late last month, but the wait wonโt be long for another huge update from Apple. iOS 18.2 will bring highly anticipated features like Genmoji, ChatGPT integration with Siri, and so much more. Hereโs what to expect from iOS 18.2โs release date, and the big new features it will bring. moreโฆ
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:Apple acquires Pixelmator, iOS 18.2 beta 2, Apple movie glasses
Benjamin and Chance discuss Appleโs surprise acquisition of Pixelmator, all the new features and changes in the latest OS betas, and the rumors around Appleโs indecision for the future of wearables on your face. And in Happy Hour Plus, we speculate on what weโd like to see from the rumored 2026 MacBook Pro redesign.Subscribe at9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Zocdoc:Go toZocdoc.com/happyhourand download the Zocdoc app to...
Published on: November 07, 2024 | Source:End of the Road: An AnandTech Farewell
It is with great sadness that I find myself penning the hardest news post Iโve ever needed to write here at AnandTech. After over 27 years of covering the wide โ and wild โ world of computing hardware, today is AnandTechโs final day of publication. For better or worse, weโve reached the end of a long journey โ one that started with a review of an AMD processor, and has ended with the review of an AMD processor. Itโs...
Published on: August 30, 2024 | Source:The Corsair iCUE LINK TITAN 360 RX RGB AIO Cooler Review: Meticulous, But Pricey
Corsair, a longstanding and esteemed manufacturer in the PC components industry, initially built its reputation on memory-related products. However, nearly two decades ago, Corsair began diversifying its product line. This expansion started cautiously, with a limited number of products, but quickly proved to be highly successful, propelling Corsair into the industry powerhouse it is today. One of Corsair's most...
Published on: August 29, 2024 | Source:The iBUYPOWER AW4 360 AIO Cooler Review: A Good First Effort
iBUYPOWER is a U.S.-based company known for its custom-built gaming PCs and peripherals. Established in 1999, the company offers a wide range of self-branded products, including pre-built desktop computers, laptops, and gaming accessories. These products are designed to cater to various performance needs, from casual gaming to high-end competitive gaming. iBUYPOWER is particularly recognized for its customizable gaming...
Published on: August 29, 2024 | Source:The Cougar Poseidon Ultra 360 ARGB AIO Cooler Review: Bright Lights, Average Cooling
Cougar, established in 2008, has become a notable name in the PC hardware market, particularly among gamers and enthusiasts. While Cougar might appear to be a relatively recent addition to the industry, it is backed by HEC/Compucase, a veteran in the PC market known primarily for its OEM products. Cougar was created as a subsidiary to focus on developing and marketing high-performance products tailored to the needs of...
Published on: August 28, 2024 | Source:Sabrent Rocket nano V2 External SSD Review: Phison U18 in a Solid Offering
Sabrent's lineup of internal and external SSDs is popular among enthusiasts. The primary reason is the company's tendency to be among the first to market with products based on the latest controllers, while also delivering an excellent value proposition. The company has a long-standing relationship with Phison and adopts its controllers for many of their products. The company's 2 GBps-class portable SSD - the Rocket...
Published on: August 27, 2024 | Source:The Endorfy Fortis 5 Dual Fan CPU Cooler Review: Towering Value
Standard CPU coolers, while adequate for managing basic thermal loads, often fall short in terms of noise reduction and superior cooling efficiency. This limitation drives advanced users and system builders to seek aftermarket solutions tailored to their specific needs. The high-end aftermarket cooler market is highly competitive, with manufacturers striving to offer products with exceptional performance. Endorfy,...
Published on: August 27, 2024 | Source:ACEMAGIC F2A 125H SFF PC Review: Mid-Range Meteor Lake at 65W
Intel's Meteor Lake series of processors was launched in September 2023 with a focus on mobile platforms. Multiple mini-PC vendors have utilized these processors to market offerings in the SFF / UCFF desktop market. ACEMAGIC is an Asian manufacturer with products in multiple categories including micro-PCs, UCFF (ultra-compact form-factor) and SFF (small form-factor) PCs, and notebooks. They were one of the first to...
Published on: August 26, 2024 | Source:MediaTek to Add NVIDIA G-Sync Support to Monitor Scalers, Make G-Sync Displays More Accessible
NVIDIA on Tuesday said that future monitor scalers from MediaTek will support its G-Sync technologies. NVIDIA is partnering with MediaTek to integrate its full range of G-Sync technologies into future monitors without requiring a standalone G-Sync module, which makes advanced gaming features more accessible across a broader range of displays. Traditionally, G-Sync technology relied on a dedicated G-sync module โ based...
Published on: August 20, 2024 | Source:Qualcomm Adds Snapdragon 7s Gen 3: Mid-Tier Snapdragon Gets Cortex-A720 Treatment
Qualcomm this morning is taking the wraps off of a new smartphone SoC for the mid-range market, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3. The second of Qualcommโs down-market โSโ tier Snapdragon 7 parts, the 7s series is functionally the entry-level tier for the Snapdragon 7 family โ and really, most Qualcomm-powered handsets in North America. With three tiers of Snapdragon 7 chips, the 7s can easily be lost in the noise that comes...
Published on: August 20, 2024 | Source:CXL Gathers Momentum at FMS 2024
The CXL consortium has had a regular presence at FMS (which rechristened itself from 'Flash Memory Summit' to the 'Future of Memory and Storage' this year). Back at FMS 2022, the company had announced v3.0 of the CXL specifications. This was followed by CXL 3.1's introduction at Supercomputing 2023. Having started off as a host to device interconnect standard, it had slowly subsumed other competing standards such as...
Published on: August 19, 2024 | Source:Fadu's FC5161 SSD Controller Breaks Cover in Western Digital's PCIe Gen5 Enterprise Drives
When Western Digital introduced its Ultrastar DC SN861 SSDs earlier this year, the company did not disclose which controller it used for these drives, which made many observers presume that WD was using an in-house controller. But a recent teardown of the drive shows that is not the case; instead, the company is using a controller from Fadu, a South Korean company founded in 2015 that specializes on enterprise-grade...
Published on: August 15, 2024 | Source:PCI-SIG Demonstrates PCIe 6.0 Interoperability at FMS 2024
As the deployment of PCIe 5.0 picks up steam in both datacenter and consumer markets, PCI-SIG is not sitting idle, and is already working on getting the ecosystem ready for the updats to the PCIe specifications. At FMS 2024, some vendors were even talking about PCIe 7.0 with its 128 GT/s capabilities despite PCIe 6.0 not even starting to ship yet. We caught up with PCI-SIG to get some updates on its activities and have...
Published on: August 15, 2024 | Source:DapuStor and Memblaze Target Global Expansion with State-of-the-Art Enterprise SSDs
The growth in the enterprise SSD (eSSD) market has outpaced that of the client SSD market over the last few years. The requirements of AI servers for both training and inference has been the major impetus in this front. In addition to the usual vendors like Samsung, Solidigm, Micron, Kioxia, and Western Digital serving the cloud service providers (CSPs) and the likes of Facebook, a number of companies have been at work...
Published on: August 15, 2024 | Source: