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September 06, 2022
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Leaked Apple Watch Pro case accessory shows two extra buttons
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Images of what are claimed to be Apple Watch Pro cases, include a cutout for one extra button, and what could be a protective cover for a second.Apple is expected to unveil a new, possibly larger version of its Apple Watch at its September 7, 2022 event. Now a multiple photographs showing what appears to be third-party protective covers have been leaked.Leaker DuanRui, who has a long but mixed record in leaks, has shown a series of different-colored protective cases.

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Apple Watch Pro renders illustrate Digital Crown protrusion & more
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A new leak purports to show a complete series of CAD renders for the expected Apple Watch Pro, believed to be revealed at Apple's iPhone 14 event.Following photo leaks of production third-party Apple Watch Pro cases, a new report shows a series of renders said to have come from "industry sources" — likely meaning case manufacturers.These new Apple Watch Pro CAD renders show a larger display than is expected for the regular Apple Watch Series 8. It's estimated to be a 49mm display size, compared to the 45mm of the Series 7.

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Apple may revive 'Plus' name for larger iPhone 14 model
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Apple is rumored to be calling the larger iPhone 14 model "Plus" instead of "Max," a revival of a naming convention last used in 2017.Apple's upcoming refresh of its flagship iPhone like is expected to eliminate the "mini" model in favor of a larger non-Pro model. Despite more recently opting for the "Max" suffix, a rumor claims Apple will be making a switch back to the previously-used "Plus."In a tweet about the case colors that Apple will launch alongside the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models, serial leaker "Majin Bu" offers images with titles for the cases. The images, as well as showing off the new colors, also includes the names for the models.

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Apple Watch Pro bands & faces will focus heavily on fitness
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Hours after the design of the Apple Watch Pro was confirmed, two new reports say that there will be new fitness information faces, and extreme sports-oriented watch bands.Some of our favorite Apple Watch bandsMonday has been loaded with Apple rumors, including the leak of the case colors for the iPhone 14, and a series of reports surrounding the Apple Watch Pro. In amplifying remarks, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has discussed the device in further detail.

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September 05, 2022
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Prices slashed: save up to $500 on these 14-inch & 16-inch MacBook Pros
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As iPhone season approaches with this week's Apple Event, B&H Photo is pulling out all the stops by slashing 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros by up to $500. Grab the cheapest prices on record on numerous M1 Pro and M1 Max models.The cheapest prices on record deliver up to $500 in savings on 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models.Who says September is reserved for iPhones? Apple Authorized Reseller B&H Photo has emphatically declared it MacBook Pro season too thanks to exclusive markdowns on numerous M1 Pro and M1 Max configurations, with savings of up to $500 off when you shop through the pricing links below from a laptop or desktop computer.

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22:05
What to expect from Apple's iPhone 14 event on September 7
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Apple's "Far Out" event is on September 7. Beyond the new iPhone 14, here's what to expect from September's Apple event — and beyond.Regular as clockwork, Apple takes time in the fall to launch a swathe of new products intended for consumers to buy during the following holiday shopping period. As a very lucrative time of year for the company, Apple puts a lot of effort into its fall events, showing off as many new items as possible.While primarily centered on its iPhone product line, Apple does take time to look at other complementary products and services.

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18:33
This M1 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch is $400 off ahead of the Apple Event
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The high-end retail MacBook Pro 16-inch sports 1TB of storage and a 32-core GPU. Best of all, it's $400 off during the latest price war leading up to the Sept. 7 Apple Event.Apple resellers are slashing MacBook Pro prices by up to $400 ahead of Apple Event.B&H and Best Buy are currently embroiled in a MacBook Pro price war, with both resellers discounting retail models by up to $400. This 16-inch MacBook Pro (MK1A3LL/A), in particular, is enticing at $400 off thanks to its high-end M1 Max chip with a 32-core GPU. The system also has 1TB of storage and 32GB of memory to help future proof the system.

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18:26
Apple's iPhone 14 case colors leak days before event
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New leaks claiming to show Apple's final iPhone 14 case colors look to be accurate, and include"Bright Orange," "Golden Brown," and moreAhead of Apple's September 7 launch of the iPhone 14 range, a leaker is claiming to have final details of the various colors that Apple will sell as accessory cases. Leaker Majin Bu has previously detailed other case colors, such as the February 2022 addition to those for the iPhone 13.

Now I can say with 99% confidence that the iPhone 14 Case colors you saw in previous tweets will be official. iPhone 14 Max will probably only be called Plus pic.twitter.com/nM3Y95broQ
— Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial) September 4, 2022

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17:17
The ultimate guide on how to customize your iPhone running iOS 16
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Apple's iOS 16 will make the iPhone more customizable than ever. This is the ultimate guide on how to make the iPhone a more personal device.Use built-in iOS features to customize the iPhonePersonalization and customization of software can be complicated, especially if it is hidden away in menus most users will never interact with. However, Apple has taken a different approach by making user customization a tentpole feature of iOS 16.

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16:37
Apple is exploiting features to expand its own advertising, say advertisers
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As advertisers complain that Apple's privacy features cut revenues for rivals but not for itself, Apple is now greatly expanding its own ad business and is on a hiring spree.Apple privacyApple has recently been reported to be cutting recruitment overall, or recruiting more selectively, and is said to have laid off all its temporary recruiting staff. Now the Financial Times says that the company is advertising for some 216 new staff to join and almost double the workforce in its advertising business.

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16:02
New Hue bulbs, Eve Thread switch & more on HomeKit Insider
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Brands are announcing a huge array of products ready for market, including new Hue bulbs and Eve's new Thread-enabled light switch. We break it all down on the latest episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast.HomeKit InsiderHue had the most news this week with 15 announcements for its portfolio. For smart lights, the smart home company is offering new candelabra bulbs that can change white temperature, a gradient light strip for computer monitors, and new Guide Lights to create a striking statement lamp.

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15:59
Labor Day deals: $179 AirPods Pro, $229 Apple Watch, $400 off MacBook Pro & more
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Labor Day deals include up to $100 off Apple Watches, $250 off a Bose soundbar and the lowest prices in 30 days on MacBook Pros.Labor Day deals knock up to $1,000 off OLED monitors, triple-digits off 2022 MacBook Air, and robot vacuum savings.Every day, AppleInsider searches online retailers to find offers and discounts on items including Apple hardware, upgrades, smart TVs, and accessories. We compile the best deals we find into our daily collection, which can help our readers save money.

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13:42
iPhone 14 Pro camera lenses are much larger than iPhone 13 Pro
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Larger lenses appear to be mostly responsible for iPhone 14 Pro camera bump being much larger than the iPhone 13 Pro.The camera bump is a well-known design element of the iPhone, used to house the bulkier camera sensor components in an otherwise slim body. For the iPhone 14 Pro, it seems that the bump and the lenses it holds could increase in size for 2022.Leaked on Naver by serial leaker "Yeux1122," a photograph depicts an iPhone 13 Pro held inside what is said to be a case for the iPhone 14 Pro. Clearly seen in the image are differences in size for the camera bump.

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13:04
Apple wants LG & Samsung to make foldable iPhone screens that won't crumple
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Apple's foldable iPhone could use a hybrid OLED panel in the future, with Apple putting a focus on avoiding the crease seen on some foldable smartphones.The key element of devices like Apple's rumored "iPhone Fold," a potential folding iPad, and Samsung's Galaxy Fold lineup is that they either have or will get folding displays. However, that very feature could cause problems that can spoil the appearance of the device.Small crumples can appear in highly flexible displays when they are folded. According to sources of The Elec, Apple is working to avoid this from happening, by demanding display suppliers LG and Samsung develop hybrid OLED panels.

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12:01
Apple TV+ wins five Creative Arts Emmys
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"Schmigadoon!" and "Severance" lead the five Creative Arts Emmys wins for Apple TV+, but "Ted Lasso" fails to win any of its 11 nominations.A year after Apple TV+ scored seven wins at the 2021 Creative Arts Emmys, it has nabbed a further five in the 2022 ceremony over the weekend of September 3 and September 4.Hit drama "Severance" did best, taking the awards for both Outstanding Main Title Design, and Outstanding Music Composition for a Series. The latter went to Theodore Shapiro for the music in the show's first season finale, "The We We Are."

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5:23
Save $100 on these Apple Watch models ahead of the Apple Event
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Amazon is knocking triple digits off Series 7 and SE models ahead of the Apple Watch Series 8.The September Apple Watch deals deliver the cheapest prices across numerous resellers, with SE models with GPS + Cellular functionality dipping to as low as $229.Buy from $229

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September 04, 2022
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Apple Watch Pro could have a $900 price tag at launch
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Apple's upcoming launch of the Apple Watch Pro will make it the most expensive standard-grade model in the range, with a report doubling down on the initial cost of the new variant starting from $900 and potentially over $1,000.Apple is expected to be introducing new Apple Watch Series 8 models during Wednesday's special event, and among them could be the new Apple Watch Pro. While physically bigger, the Apple Watch Pro could have a supersized price tag to match.In his "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman writes a recap of rumors for the Apple Watch Pro, with the main point being its price. Gurman expects the watch to "come in at least $900 to $1,000," toping the existing Apple Watch Edition.

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16:19
Apple reportedly working on at least three AR, VR headsets
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Apple's long-rumored VR headset and AR glasses could actually involve more than just two devices, with at least three of the head-mounted devices apparently in the works.Rumors have circulated for years about Apple's augmented reality and virtual reality work, with headsets and the supposed Apple Glass being in development at the company. However, it seems that Apple may be working on more than just two headset-style devices.According to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg on Sunday, Apple's working on at least three headsets of the AR and VR variety. They are apparently under the codes "N301," "N421," and "N602."

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16:18
New Apple Watch SE rumored to appear at Apple Event
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In what is looking more and more like a wide-ranging event on Wednesday, Apple is rumored to be unveiling an updated Apple Watch SE alongside an Apple Watch Pro and the Apple Watch Series 8.The biggest change expected for the new Apple Watch SE is the shift to Apples S8 processor, from the original Apple Watch SE S5. It's not clear if there are new sensors or any other features that the Apple Watch has adopted since the 2020 release of the Apple Watch SE.Also not clear is the price point. The Apple Watch SE presently retails for as low as $279 for the 40mm model, and $309 for the 44mm. Every Apple Watch SE model has been on sale in recent months for as low as $209.

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15:33
Apple won't call to ask you to tell them a code you get on your iPhone
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A tech YouTube personality was recently the target of an attempted phishing attack, recounting on Twitter how a phone caller impersonated Apple to try and gain access to his iCloud account.Like many other big companies, Apple's services has become a target for con artists and scammers, who try numerous ways to gain control of user accounts. In one retelling of an attack that took place on Saturday evening, a YouTube personality offers how a phone call attempting a scam took place.Called at 7:13pm on Saturday, John Rettinger of The Apple Circle received multiple alerts on their phone about two-factor authentication, according to a video posted to Twitter. Rettinger didn't make the request as it was someone else trying to get into his iCloud account, so he declined the code request prompts, and changed his password via his iPhone.

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15:25
New AirPods Pro coming at iPhone 14 Apple Event
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Apple will be using its September 7 special event to launch the second generation of AirPods Pro alongside the iPhone 14, a report claims, just days ahead of the event itself.Apple's special events in September primarily focus on the annual iPhone update, but other products do get launched at around the same time. While AirPods are considered to be a good candidate for a launch during the same event, a report insists that Apple will be bringing out new AirPods Pro this time around.During the event, AirPods Pro 2 will be unveiled, according to Mark Gurman's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg on Sunday. Though rumors were fairly strong about a launch sometime in the fall, Gurman insists it will happen during Wednesday's presentation.

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14:57
What to expect from the 'iPhone Fold'
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Apple is expected to announce an "iPhone Fold" with a flexible OLED display by 2024. Here's what the rumor mill predicts for the device and what it may look like.The 'iPhone Fold' is expected to take design cues from existing Apple productsRumors and patents show that Apple has been working on a folding iPhone design for years. However, the technology required for such a device is still being developed, and it isn't clear what form the device may take.

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September 03, 2022
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Moscow traffic chaos caused by ride-hailing app hack
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Hackers caused disruption in Moscow on September 1st, with mass orders of rides via the YandexTaxi app creating gridlock in a high-traffic area of the Russian capital.On Thursday, visitors heading to the Kutuzovsky Prospect in Russia encountered a traffic jam. While not normally out of the ordinary for the second most congested city in the world, the incident was actually caused by hackers misusing a ride-hailing app.Hackers ordered dozens of rides using the Yandex Taxi hailing app, reports Vice, with the army of yellow cars ordered to pick up rides from one location, all at the same time. The order resulted in a traffic jam that slowed other traffic to a halt.

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17:43
The iPhone 14 event looms, roaming AirTags, and crime - Apple's August 2022 in review
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Apple is saving its big hardware releases for September, but August 2022 saw plenty of other types of action, much of it critical of the company, and some of it about AirTags.It is universally acknowledged that August will always appear to be the quietest month outside Apple — and probably the very busiest within it. The iPhone 14 is getting closer, the event video is in production, so there's probably steam rising from Apple Park.For everywhere else, though, it looks as if August is going to be a quiet month. Apple's not likely to launch anything, but we all know September is coming. So Apple could keep us happy just by revealing the September launch date.

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17:39
Some Verizon subscribers may get Apple One at iPhone 14 launch
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Verizon is reportedly gearing up to give customers Apple One as a free perk with eligible plans in September, likely coinciding with the launch of the iPhone 14.Apple One bundleUsers will likely get the individual plan, which usually costs $14.95 per month and includes Apple Arcade, Apple Music, Apple TV+, and iCloud with 50GB of storage.

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15:28
Always-on iPhone 14 Pro display will feature most lock screen elements
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More details of how the always-on display of the iPhone 14 Pro could work have surfaced, with the new iOS 16 lock screen deeply integrating with the hardware feature.There have long been rumors that the next generation of iPhone will offer some form of always-on display, but not much on how it will actually appear to users. In new details leaked days before Apple's special event, it seems that the lock screen will be catered for with the new releases.The new lock screen in iOS 16 includes new widgets and a customizable clock, which can float behind the subject of the wallpaper. In a leak to MacRumors, the depth effect could play a part in the always-on element.

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September 02, 2022
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Apple's M1 Max MacBook Pro 16-inch is $300 off with 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD
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Loaded with upgrades, this M1 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro with a 32-core GPU, 64GB of memory and a spacious 2TB SSD is marked down to $3,999 in addition to $80 off AppleCare.Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch with M1 Max, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD is $300 off (cheapest price available).To snap up the $300 discount on the loaded M1 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro, shop through this cost-saving activation link and enter promo code APINSIDER during checkout. Detailed step-by-step activation instructions can be found on this help page.

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19:53
How to use Shared with You in iOS 16 and macOS Ventura
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Shared with You is a social feature Apple added that highlights content others share with you. Here's how to use the feature in iOS 16 and macOS Ventura.Shared with You in iOS 16The feature appears when someone shares content with you from Apple TV, Apple Music, News, Podcasts, Safari, and Photos using iMessage. Each app automatically organizes the content within its own Shared with You section. It's a helpful feature for keeping up with media without forgetting.

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19:47
The Apple Car is highly rated by possible buyers before it exists
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A survey of new car buyers reports that a quarter would "definitely consider" an Apple Car, including more than 50% of the Tesla owners asked.Apple has officially not even hinted that it is working on an Apple Car, though the torrent of patents and regulatory-required paperwork it has filed mean it's a serious project. It has been rumored to be in the works since 2014, so before the Apple Watch was first released, but now it's expected to come any time from 2024 onwards.Perhaps especially since Apple did show off its concept for the future of CarPlay — long a key feature for new car buyers — it seems close enough that it's been added to a survey.

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19:43
Samsung hack in July 2022 led to customer data theft
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Samsung revealed it was hacked in late July 2022, and in an email on September 2, it revealed that some customer personal information has been stolen.In an email sent to customers and also received by AppleInsider, Samsung said a hacker stole customer data in July from some of its systems in the United States. Around August 4, Samsung realized that the data had been taken.This hack only involved Samsung's own servers. Consumer devices and in-app control interfaces were not affected.

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19:14
How to get Apple's iPhone user manual
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A viral video decries that there is no iPhone user manual. So, it's a good thing there are some easily downloadable, straight from Apple.If you don't know — and that is the point, few do — then what "Today Years Old" on Twitter has just demonstrated, looks like a fake. He takes a photo from his iPhone like he's picking up some salt, then "drops" it onto his iPad, where it then magically appears.

We need an instruction manual for iPhones cause why doesn't Apple ever teach you thispic.twitter.com/VV0wf65x4S
— Today Years Old (@todayyearsoldig) September 1, 2022

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17:30
Apple Watch ECG heart sensor again credited for life-saving alerts
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A UK man credits the Apple Watch for saving his life after his heart stopped an astonishing 138 times in 48 hours.David Last with his Apple Watch. Credit: (James Linsell-Clark/ SWNS)David Last, 54, was given the Apple Watch by His wife, Sarah for his birthday back in April. Soon after wearing it, the electrocardiogram feature (ECG) started giving him alerts for a low resting heart rate on almost 3,000 separate occurrences.

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17:17
Enter to win an iPhone 14 Pro & metal print from Aluminyze
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Apple's iPhone 14 Pro is on the horizon and to celebrate, Aluminyze is awarding the winner of the Aluminyze x AppleInsider Photo Contest the new device in addition to a 30-inch by 40-inch metal print to showcase your work. Enter today for your chance to win 2022's widely anticipated smartphone.Submit your best photo to enter to win an Apple iPhone 14 Pro and metal print from Aluminyze.Aluminyze has partnered with AppleInsider to run a photo contest in anticipation of Apple's iPhone 14 Pro and its exceptional camera capabilities. To enter to win a new iPhone 14 Pro and a 30-inch by 40-inch metal print from Aluminyze, submit your favorite photo taken on your iPhone (or any other smartphone) and sign up for the Aluminyze and AppleInsider newsletters via the widget below. Rights to the photo must be your own.

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17:01
Apple TV+ reveals streaming dates for 'Causeway' and 'Black & Blues'
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Apple has revealed the streaming dates for upcoming Apple TV+ movies "Causeway" and "Black & Blues."Credit: AppleIn total, five Apple Originals are premiering at TIFF, the largest number of Apple content to appear in a single festival so far. In addition to "Causeway" and "Black & Blues," the lineup includes "Sidney," "The Greatest Beer Run Ever," and "Raymond & Ray."

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15:43
How to use iCloud Shared Photo Library in iOS 16
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A group of six people can share a single, unified photo library thanks to iCloud Shared Photo Library in iOS 16. Here's how it works.Share a photo library with five other people using iOS 16Apple is finally allowing people to share photos and videos over iCloud without any distinction from the classic Photos app experience. Media shared in the iCloud Shared Photo Library is presented to all users in its full resolution, with metadata, edit history, and tags available for everyone.

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15:08
Apple iPhone 14 event preview, Apple Watch Series 8, and more on the AppleInsider podcast
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Apple's next event is coming September 7 and we expect to see the iPhone 14 lineup, Apple Watch Series 8 with a larger size option, AirPods Pro 2, plus we look back at features Apple has killed along the way, and round up our favorite travel apps.T'was the week before the iPhone 14 launch, and all about us were stirring every conceivable rumor you've ever imagined. The iPhone 14 Pro will replace the notch with a separate pill and hole punch cutout, or it won't.The iPhone 14 Pro range may or may not add satellite communications. Although even if we can't be sure Apple will do that this week, there's reason to be pretty certain T-Mobile and Elon Musk won't pull it off next year as they've just announced.

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14:50
Oklahoma City's Apple Penn Square retail workers want to unionize
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Staff at Oklahoma City's Apple Penn Square store have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board, with the hope of getting an official vote about joining a union.Staff at many Apple Stores across the US — and internationally — have been working to join unions, and to have those unions then recognized by Apple. Previously Apple has resorted to union-busting, but it has also agreed to one for its Maryland store.There are multiple different unions that can be applicable to retail staff working in technology outlets. Now according to Bloomberg, staff at Apple Penn Square want to join the Communications Workers of America (CWA) union, and have Apple formally recognize that.

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14:17
More USB-C speed won't fix users' problems with cables
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While it's fantastic that the USB-C governing body is improving the USB spec, the ongoing lack of a strict labeling requirement will make a bad situation worse.A slightly worn USB-C cableStop us if you've heard this before. USB-C is good from a theoretical technical standpoint, but far less than that from an actual in-person implementation standpoint.

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14:09
USB4 Version 2.0 to offer up to 80 Gbps data transfer
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The USB-C cable is getting yet another standard called USB4 Version 2.0, which enables up to 80 Gbps data transfer speeds with specific cabling.USB4 Version 2.0 adds yet another standard to keep up withThe USB4 Version 2.0 standard will continue to rely upon USB Type-C connectors. This announcement is targeted at developers who will prepare for the incoming architecture change.

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13:40
There are more iPhones in use in the USA than Android phones
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Given the longevity and user retention of the iPhone, new research says just over 50% of active smartphone users in the US are on iOS.The forthcoming 'iPhone 14' rangeCounterpoint Research has previously reported that on a quarterly baseis, Apple's sales of the iPhone are growing. New research from Counterpoint discusses the total installed pool of smartphones that are actually in active use — and iPhones now account for just slightly over 50% of actively used smartphones in the States.

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12:11
Apple settles copyright suit with Tin Pan Alley music heirs
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Apple's iTunes Store is the last to settle a copyright dispute with the heirs to a series of early 20th century Tin Pan Alley songs, following previous cases against Microsoft, Amazon, and Google.The companies had each been accused of selling what were described as "bootleg" digital versions of songs written by Harold Arlen, Harry Warren and Ray Henderson. The songwriters' heirs case included hits from the period, including "Stormy Weather," and "That's Amore."According to Reuters, the suits were filed in 2019. The suits accused the companies of "simply duplicating previously released recordings and selling them as if they were the rightful owner," and "for lower prices than authorized versions."

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3:17
Deals: save up to $1,000 on LG OLED UltraFine monitors
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These exclusive deals deliver the cheapest prices available on LG UltraFine OLED displays in your choice of 27-inch and 32-inch sizes.Exclusive LG UltraFine savingsSave up to $1,000 instantly* with promo code APINSIDER and the pricing links below (you must enter the code in the same browsing session with cookies enabled). With the promo code discount, both monitors ring in at the cheapest prices available (and the 32-inch display has never been priced lower, according to our research).

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Apple settles lawsuit with developer over App Store scam apps
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Apple has reached a settlement with Kosta Eleftheriou, a developer who sued the company over scams in the App Store and copycat keyboards.Credit: James Yarema/UnsplashEleftheriou is known for highlighting fake reviews on the App Store, as well as the prevalence of scam apps. He developed FlickType, an Apple Watch keyboard.

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September 01, 2022
23:13
Samsung mocks iPhone 14 in latest ad campaign
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Samsung has released a new ad for the Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Z Flip4, all while claiming "this innovation is not coming to an iPhone near you.""Buckle up for Apple's latest launch as you enter a world where heads will turn," the ad starts. "Just not in your direction."

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22:38
Razer Kishi V2 review: Contender for best iPhone game controller
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The second-generation Razer Kishi is here for iPhone users with a new design, better buttons, and a companion app. How does it stack up to the Backbone One?The new Razer Kishi V2With the original Kishi, Razer came to market with a compact device in partnership with Gamevice. While some liked the compact style — and others did not. The back was flexible and as time went on, the market started favoring more rigid designs.

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19:32
Withings Body Comp scale has better metrics & Health app connectivity
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Withings has a new smart scale called Body Comp, which in conjunction with a new subscription service called Health+, fully integrates into Apple's Health app.Withings Body Comp smart scaleThe Withings Body Comp scale, announced on Thursday, uses sensors, algorithms, and electronics to give people a higher level of insight into their health. The company says these measurements are typically only done in hospital clinics.

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19:01
A secret tool lets police conduct mass surveillance using app data
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Police from around the country have been using data culled from thousands of apps for suspect surveillance, often without search warrants.Location Services in iPhone settingsThe tool, known as "Fog Reveal" uses advertising identifaction numbers from apps such as Starbucks and Waze. It's sold by Fog Data Science LLC to target ads based on a person's location and interests.

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18:11
Razer unveils new Kishi gaming controller for iPhone
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Razer has released an updated version of its Kishi gaming controller for iPhones with an improved design, and a new app for customization.Razer Kishi V2 gaming controller for iPhoneRazer's new controller is compatible with iPhone product lines going all the way back to the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus to bring as many iPhone gamers as possible into the Razer ecosystem. AppleInsider reviewed the first Kishi controller in 2020, giving it a favorable score that makes it a great controller for Apple Arcade.

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17:05
How to get the most from the Calendar app in iOS
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The Calendar app in iOS has many helpful tools and features that are hidden just below the surface. Here's how to find them and get the most out of the app.Apple's calendar app has been around since the beginning. It's almost unrecognizable from how it launched, though.As with everything else, Apple has made it simple to get started with, with increasing depth the farther you look into it. Here's how to get started, and some features you may not know existed.

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Mophie's new GaN & wireless chargers arrive ahead of iPhone 14 launch
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Mophie has expanded its lineup of high-speed GaN wall chargers, with additions to its snap+ wireless charging line for iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks.mophie's snap+ wireless charging lineupEach GaN charger, collectively known as speedport, has been manufactured with up to 50% post-consumer recycled plastics, and snap+ accessories have been made with up to 30% recycled material. This includes plastic-free packaging.

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July 31, 2022
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Lomi review: A great countertop composter -- if you've got the space for it
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Pela's countertop composter Lomi brings the eco-friendly practice of composting out of the backyard and into your home.LomiLomi is a countertop composter for disposing of food waste, which also promises to keep your houseplants happy and reduce your carbon footprint. It was designed by Pela, a producer of a biodegradable line of phone cases and accessories for the iPhone and other Apple devices.

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July 30, 2022
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Tim Hortons offers free coffee to settle mobile app class action lawsuits
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Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons has offered an unusual compensation package to end a collection of lawsuits about the collection of geolocation data, with customers set to receive free coffee and doughnuts over the matter.[via Pexels/Erik Mclean]Tim Hortons has been the target of four class-action lawsuits in Quebec, British Columbia, and Ontario, about the features of its mobile app. The lawsuits accused Tim Hortons of collecting the geolocation data of its users, and demanded recompense for the breach of privacy.

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Midea 8000 BTU U-shaped Air Conditioner review: energy efficient without sacrificing performance
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Midea's brilliantly designed U-shaped Air Conditioner is a fantastic way to cool a home without central air — provided you can survive the installation process.In early July, I purchased my first home, which I've been dreaming about for my entire life. But, of course, I didn't have a crazy-high budget, so I knew I'd have to purchase an older home that needed some work.The house I eventually bought was built in 1882, making it 140 years old as of this year. It's had some work done on it recently, but for the most part, it's still a fixer-upper.

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Secret Service considers disabling iMessage over missing Jan 6. texts
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The Secret Service is considering preventing employees from using iMessage on agency iPhones in the future, with claims the loss of text messages relating to the January 6 Capitol insurrection were due to the way encrypted messages are managed.Apple's iMessage is considered to be a secure messaging service due to its use of encryption for communications. However, it seems that the secure nature of the system is being blamed for the sudden loss of potential evidence for investigations into the Capitol insurrection.On July 13, Congress was informed by the DHS inspector general that the Secret Service had lost a number of text messages relating to the 2021 attack. In an update on July 29, the Secret Service is reportedly considering getting rid of iMessage to avoid the problem happening in the future.

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Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio team up for Apple TV+'s 'The Wager'
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Following after the production of "Killers of the Flower Moon," actor Leonardo DiCaprio and director Martin Scorsese will be teaming up for another Apple TV+ project, a naval epic called "The Wager."Leonardo DiCaprio (right) in Apple TV+'s 'Killers of the Flower Moon'An adaptation of a book by David Grann titled "The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder," the film will be the second Apple TV+ project based on the author's works that involves both Scorsese and DiCaprio, after "Killers of the Flower Moon."

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Daily deals July 30: $999 M1 13-inch MacBook Pro, $600 70-inch LG 4K TV, $80 Logitech Webcam, more
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Saturday's best deals include Vinyl by Skullcandy wireless earbuds for $10, a portable USB-C OLED monitor for $260, and much more.Best deals for July 30AppleInsider checks online stores daily to uncover discounts and offers on hardware and other products, including Apple devices, smart TVs, accessories, and other items. The best offers are compiled into our regular list for our readers to use and save money.

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July 29, 2022
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Latest VMWare Fusion tech preview brings Windows 11 to Apple Silicon Macs
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VMWare has announced that its upcoming update to VMWare Fusion will bring Windows 11 support to both Intel-based and Apple Silicon machines.Credit: VMWareAlthough ARM versions of Windows itself aren't available on Macs with M1 or M2 chips, users will be able to download and use Windows 11 on Apple Silicon Macs using the VMWare Fusion virtualization software.

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Best Buy's epic MacBook, iPad sale knocks up to $350 off Apple products, deals as low as $399
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In what can only be described as a stellar sale, Best Buy is slashing up to $350 off Apple's MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and iPad Air lineup, with current and closeout models (even M2 laptops) on sale for as low as $399.Save up to $350 on Apple MacBook Pro and iPad hardware, including M2 laptops.The Best Buy MacBook and iPad bonanza includes discounts of up to $350 off on the 13-inch, 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro line, as well as M1 and M2 MacBook Airs and the last-gen iPad Air. The prices are available exclusively for My Best Buy members, but it's free to join with no ongoing membership fee.

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Hands on: Tandem t:slim X2's iPhone connected insulin delivery feature
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Tandem has finally made its long-awaited app-based Mobile Bolus feature available to insulin pump users thanks to a newly-released set of updates. We tried it ourselves to see how the first app-connected insulin pump works.Tandem has the first iPhone-connected pump that can deliver insulinAs highly-regulated, life-saving devices, insulin pumps tend to be a bit behind the times. They're utilitarian devices and didn't get full-color touch screens until just a few short years ago.

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Apple testing new App Store ad placements very soon
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Apple will soon test a pair of new ad placements on the App Store that will give developers more opportunities to get their apps discovered by users.Credit: AppleThe new ad slots include a placement on the App Store Today page and a slot in the "You Might Also Like" section of an app's product page. Both placements will clearly be marked as ads to differentiate between organic and editorial recommendations.

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Doomed if it does, doomed if it doesn't -- Apple will keep beating expectations
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Apple's latest record-beating earnings are not enough to prevent analysts predicting doom — because no amount of money ever will be.Before Apple announced its latest earnings, there was speculation that the company was in trouble. Enough so that analyst Samik Chatterjee stood apart for how he wrote that he was "not as worried as the Street" about the earnings.After the Apple earnings, there is talk that Apple's Services growth is slowing down, and so investors may need to be concerned.

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Amazon Drive is shutting down on December 31, 2023
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Customers still using Amazon Drive are expected to migrate to Amazon Photos and have until December 31, 2023, to save their stored files.Amazon Drive is shutting downThe Amazon Drive service is ending, and customers have to take action to prevent data loss. Amazon will automatically transfer photos and videos to the Amazon Photos service, but other file types must be downloaded manually.

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Breaking down Apple's tricky, 'gravity defying' $83 billion June quarter
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Apple again beat Wall Street expectations despite a tough macroeconomic environment and supply chain issues. Here's what analysts thought after the call, and how the earnings compare to pre-pandemic Apple.Financial header imageThe iPhone maker reported $83 billion in revenue, a 2% year-over-year increase. The company's Q3 2022 revenue also came in slightly ahead of Wall Street's consensus, which was closer to the $81 billion to $82 billion range.

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Apple's HomePod mini dips to $89.95 during weekend sale
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The price drop on Apple's blue HomePod mini is a rarity, as the compact smart speaker is hardly ever on sale.HomePod mini is on sale this weekend.You can pick up the discounted HomePod mini in blue at B&H Photo for $89.95, with free expedited shipping in the contiguous U.S. For most customers, this means delivery by Aug. 3.

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The macOS Monterey user's guide to Keychain Access password management
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Keychain Access is an Apple app in macOS that stores passwords and other login information — and it has a few features that go beyond iCloud Keychain. Here's how to get the most out of it.Keychain Access logoHidden inside the Utilities folder in the Applications section of Finder, Keychain Access doesn't immediately announce its presence. Safari stores usernames and passwords but that interface is more of a different way into Keychain Access. Before shopping around online for a third-party password manager, consider the Mac's built-in utility.

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Eve Motion 2 Review: New capabilities make up for a boring design
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The second-generation Eve Motion is better in almost any conceivable way for HomeKit users, but its design is tired and doesn't mesh with the company's other products.Second-generation Eve Motion now supports ThreadEve has been on a roll as of late, updating much of its lineup with new designs, new features, and support for Thread connectivity. Up next is the Eve Motion which hasn't seen an update since its original release in 2016.

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New Apple TV+ 'Peanuts' special celebrates teachers for the back-to-school season
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Apple TV+ shared a trailer for "Lucy's School," an all-new "Peanuts" special celebrating educators, streaming on August 12.'Lucy's School' is a new 'Peanuts' special coming to Apple TV+"Lucy's School" adds to the growing list of seasonal "Peanuts" features with a back-to-school special. The Peanuts gang is anxious about returning to school in the fall, which inspires Lucy to start her own school instead.

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Daily deals July 29: $240 Insignia 50-inch 4K TV, 33% off 1TB microSDXC card, $220 off Eufy RoboVac, more
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Friday's best deals include 71% off an EVGA X20 gaming mouse, $180 discount on a DJI 4K dual-screen action camera bundle, $502 off a Sony 85-inch 4K HDR TV, and much more.Best deals July 29AppleInsider checks online stores daily to uncover discounts and offers on hardware and other products, including Apple devices, smart TVs, accessories, and other items. The best offers are compiled into our regular list for our readers to use and save money.

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M2 Extreme Mac Pro, Apple Watch Pro rumors and more on the AppleInsider podcast
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On this week's episode of the AppleInsider Podcast, your hosts discuss the changes to iMessage editing and undo send in iOS 16 beta 4, rumors about a new Mac Pro with M2 Extreme, the "Apple Watch Pro," and using Safari Tab Groups.Tab Groups, Mac Pro with M2 Extreme, and iMessage editing on the AppleInsider PodcastThe latest iOS 16 developer beta introduced changes to address a controversial new iMessage feature. Users will now be able to edit a text up to five times within fifteen minutes of sending it, and messages can be deleted within two minutes.

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How to run iOS apps on macOS Monterey in 2022
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First Apple made it possible to run iOS apps on an Apple Silicon Mac, now the company has also made it easy.The moment that Apple Silicon Macs became available, it was possible to run iOS apps on them. But it was a preposterously convoluted job and it didn't really seem as if the results were worth it.You'd get an iPhone app onto your Mac and it would work, but it felt like a fudge, certainly a compromise. Now two years on, perhaps iOS developers have adapted more — and certainly Apple has made the process easier.

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Best cases for Apple's AirTag
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Apple's AirTag item tracker lacks a built-in key ring to hook it onto items. Here are the best cases that will both protect the tracker and keep it attached to your items.Apple's AirTag is pretty good, but doesn't have a native way to hang from a key fob, or your luggage. An entire ecosystem opened up almost immediately, with good solutions — and a host of bad ones. Here are a few of the best options.Belkin AirTag Case with Key Ring

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Apple has best Q2 smartphone market share in 10 years
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New research claims that even as global smartphone shipments have fallen, Apple's iPhone second quarter market share was its best since 2012.Apple reported record-breaking earnings for what is the third quarter in its fiscal year. That legally-mandated report, however, has no detail comparing the company to others and this is what new research from Strategy Analytics has concentrated on.During this same period — referred to as Q2 by Strategy Analytics — Apple reportedly came second in global market share with 16%. That equates to 48 million iPhones, compared to Samsung's 22% share, or 63 million phones.

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July 28, 2022
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Apple added more than 30 million paid subscriptions in 2022
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Apple continues to see growth in Services across iCloud, music, Apple TV+, and the App Store, reaching a record 816 million in Q3.Apple ServicesDuring Thursday's earnings report, Tim Cook said Apple has 816 million current paid subscriptions, which includes anyone who subscribes to an app sold on the Apple App Store in addition to products such as Apple Music and iCloud.

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Harber London Nomad Organiser review: Stylish, but pricey
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Upgrade your everyday carry with a luxury organizer that can fit all your Apple gear, including your MacBook, iPad, AirPods, and more.There are plenty of ways to carry all your essential gear. Many of us have defaulted to keeping a tech bag, which often takes the form of a bulky backpack or messenger bag.While effective, they're hardly an elegant solution and sometimes leave us feeling like we're back in high school.

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Apple not slowing hiring, but being more deliberate about it says CEO Tim Cook
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Rumors had suggested Apple would slow hiring and cut spending for select teams, but CEO Tim Cook wouldn't describe it as a slow down.Rumors of Apple's hiring slow down may have been exaggeratedApple's 2023 Q3 earnings broke records and show the company continues to come out ahead despite economic pressure. Estimates had placed Apple's earnings lower, and rumors had even suggested the company would slow hiring and spending in some categories.

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