A bit more than a week after the previous build, Apple has seeded the seventh iOS 16 developer beta, alongside iPadOS, watchOS and tvOS.
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Apple Self Service Repair Program Now Covers M1 Macs
Apple has expanded its Self Service Repair program to include M1 Macs, beginning with M1 MacBook Pro and MacBook Air computers.
Apple to Begin Production of New M2 MacBook Pros, But May Not Use 3-Nanometer Fab Process
While some analysts say TSMC will build chips for the new M2 MacBook Pros on its 3-nanometer fab process, not everyone agrees.
North Korean Lazarus Hackers Targetting Mac Users with Fake Job Ad
North Korean Lazarus hackers are targeting Mac users by posting job ads for Coinbase containing malicious files that can compromise Macs.
Apple Employees Petition Against Return to Office Even If It's Just Three Times a Week
A report says employees plan to petition the return to office order issued by Apple, citing that location-flexible work should be allowed.
Apple Supplier Foxconn Investing More in Northern Vietnam to Diversify and Boost Production
Reports indicate Apple supplier Foxconn is looking to invest more in northern Vietnam, a move that will help diversify and boost production.
Jetpack Joyride 2 Flies Onto the Scene in Apple Arcade
The latest chapter in the tale of Barry Steakfries flew onto Apple Arcade. Jetpack Joyride 2 is available on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV.
Apple Insists VPN App Security Issue Is Fixed, But Developers Say Not
Apple responded to a recently-discussed VPN app security issue by saying it’s been fixed for years. VPN providers say that’s not the case.
Android Launcher Imitating iOS 16 Currently at 50 Million Downloads in Google Play Store
A popular Android Launcher is imitating the iOS 16 Home Screen and is currently at 50 million downloads on the Google Play Store.
Australian National Swim Team Finds the Apple Watch Workout App and iPad Useful for Training and Coaching
The Australian national swim team finds the Apple Watch workout app and iPad are useful for training as well as coaching.
TSMC Soon to Begin Production of 3nm M2 Pro Chip for MacBook Pro
Industry insiders have reported to Taiwanese news sites that TSMC will soon begin production of the M2 Pro chip for new MacBook Pro models.
Kuo Believes Early iPhone 14 Announcement May Minimize Recession Impact on Demand
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that Apple may anticipate the possible global recession by releasing the iPhone 14 earlier than past releases.
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[U: Play It Again, Sam] Update Zoom On Your Mac Now: Vulnerability Could Give Attacker Full Access to Your Computer
An urgent update to the Zoom client for your Mac addresses a serious vulnerability. Install it now to keep your Mac free of malware.
Apple Fixes Zero-Day Security Vulnerabilities with iOS and iPadOS 15.6.1, macOS Monterey 12.5.1
Apple released iOS and iPadOS 15.6.1, along with macOS Monterey 12.5.1, to address security problems that may have been actively exploited.
Keep Better Track of Your Sleep With watchOS 9
In watchOS 9, Apple Watch can offer you even better insights into your sleep. It’s now able to track your sleep stages through the night.
Your iOS VPN Isn’t As Secure As You Think, Research Shows
Two years after a VPN provider advised Apple of a bug in iOS preventing the service from being secure, the problem still exists.
New Apple Watch Activity Challenge Has Users Explore National Parks Aug. 27
A new Apple Watch Activity Challenge will have users celebrate the beauty of national parks by completing a one-mile fitness challenge.
Apple Plans to Move Manufacturing of Apple Watch and MacBooks to Vietnam
Apple plans to move manufacturing of the Apple Watch and MacBook to Vietnam as its looks to diversify production away from China.
The iPhone 14: A Model by Model Breakdown
With the iPhone 14 expected in less than a month, let’s take a look at what we expect from each model of the upcoming smartphone.
Apple Adds More Control to iOS 16 Battery Indicator, but Many Seek a Better Design
As of iOS 16 developer beta 5, users have more control over the battery percentage indicator. Many wish for a redesigned icon, however.
Apple Asking Employees To Return to Office Work Three Days a Week Starting Sept. 5
According to reports from “Bloomberg” Apple is once again trying to return to work three days a week, after plans fell apart back in May.
Australian Tribunal Orders Apple to Repair a MacBook Pro with FlexGate Issue
Australian Tribunal ordered Apple to repair a 2017 MacBook Pro with FlexGate gate issue which Apple refuted.
Apple May Fire Engineer Who Contributed to Viral TikTok PSA
An Apple engineer who went viral on TikTok could be fired for daring to help advise a customer whose iPhone was stolen.
Apple Seeds Sixth Developer Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 Along With Fourth Public Betas
Moving to an apparently weekly release schedule, Apple seeded sixth developer betas for iOS and iPadOS 16. The public betas are also updated.