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Apple releases visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2 beta 3, adding Mac display options and new screensavers. Public beta for tvOS now available.

Apple ends iCloud backup support for iOS 8 and earlier. Users must update or find alternatives by Dec 18, 2024, to avoid data loss.

An iOS 18 photo editing bug prevents iPhone users from saving edits. Users report errors, with iPhone 16 models being most affected. Apple is working on a fix.

Apple is evaluating a branded TV set, contingent on the success of upcoming smart displays, according to Mark Gurman’s newsletter.

Trump’s re-election may benefit Apple, as CEO Tim Cook’s past rapport could help navigate tariffs and regulatory challenges.

Tata Electronics acquires majority stake in Pegatron’s iPhone plant, boosting its position as Apple supplier and India’s manufacturing role.

M4 Max GPU benchmarks reveal competitive performance against NVIDIA RTX cards, scoring 5208.78 in Blender tests, close to RTX 4080 GPU.

Apple discontinues Lightning to 3.5mm adapter, signaling shift to USB-C and wireless audio for iPhones. Limited availability remains.

Apple’s AirTag 2.0 set for mid-2025 launch. Expect improved range, better privacy features, and an upgraded wireless chip.

New M4 MacBook Pro features unannounced quantum dot display, offering improved color and motion performance. What does this mean for users?

Samsung plans Galaxy S25 ‘Slim’ to rival rumored iPhone 16 Slim, aiming for thinnest 2025 smartphone amid Apple’s design challenges.

New emoji proposals for 2026: Bigfoot, orca, and more. Learn about Unicode 17’s potential additions to your iPhone’s emoji keyboard.

Apple unlikely to launch smart ring, says Oura CEO. Company focused on Apple Watch, avoiding potential sales cannibalization.

iPad Pro leads Apple’s tablet sales with 45% share in Q3 2024, while the basic iPad rises to 33%, overtaking the iPad Air, which drops to 13%

Apple unveils Final Cut Pro 11 with AI tools, spatial video editing, and updates for iPad and iPhone, enhancing creative workflows across OSes.

Apple launches “Featuring Nominations,” allowing developers to directly pitch app updates for potential App Store featuring opportunities.

Apple’s Gold Link Bracelet for Watch Series 10 now available to order online, but customers face 5-6 week wait for delivery.

Apple reportedly developing wall-mounted smart display for home control, video calls, and more. Launch expected in early 2025.

Apple’s year-long search for a new VP of Industrial Design reveals challenges in talent retention and shifting product development dynamics.

Goertek secures Apple contracts for 2026 products, signaling improved relations and growth potential after previous supply issues.

Apple aims to transform AirPods into health management devices, projecting increased shipments and new features in upcoming models.

Apple has released firmware updates for AirPods 4 (7B20) and AirPods Pro 2 (7B21), including bug fixes and improvements.