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New video shows Apple Music’s haptic feedback feature in action
Last year Apple launched Music Haptics in iOS 18, letting users experience Apple Music songs through haptic taps and vibrations. Ahead of upgrades to the feature in iOS 19, today the company shared a new video spotlighting Music Haptics. more…
2025-05-15 16:54
CarPlay Ultra launch reveals good news for all CarPlay users
Apple’s long-brewing next generation of CarPlay is finally here. CarPlay Ultra officially launched this morning. And while anyone not driving an Aston Martin may be disappointed, Apple’s announcement actually brought good news for all CarPlay users...
2025-05-15 16:01
Sony just officially launched the long-awaited new XM6: The world’s ‘best noise cancelling headphones’
Sony has now officially unveiled the new WH-1000XM6 headphones. What might be the most anticipated pair of headphones in the last year has finally arrived as a follow up to some of the most cherished over-ear ANC cans in the business. This time around ...
2025-05-15 16:00
Deals: M4 iPad Pro $329 off, black Apple Watch Ultra 2 $120 off, ecobee HomeKit thermostat and doorbell, more
Today’s best Apple deals include wearables, tablets, accessories, earbuds, and more. Firstly, we have some seriously notable open-box deals with the 512GB 13-inch M4 iPad Pro at up to $329 off and one of the better deals this year on the black Apple ...
2025-05-15 15:44
Apple is ‘dying to make’ Vision Pro affordable, says Bono
Later this month, Vision Pro’s first ever feature-length Immersive Film premieres. In a new interview, the subject of that film, Bono, has shared about his experience on the project and Apple’s ambitions with Vision Pro, the product’s struggles b...
2025-05-15 15:02
Top Gear gives us a detailed look at Apple CarPlay Ultra [Video]
It’s taken a very long time, and it’s so far only being offered by a single, niche car-maker, but next-gen CarPlay – which Apple has branded CarPlay Ultra – is finally here. It’s currently limited to Aston Martin, and is available with new or...
2025-05-15 13:51
Another iPhone Fold leak says camera hole punch is coming
Next year’s iPhone Fold will introduce an entirely new form factor to the iPhone lineup. One of its design features, though, will reportedly follow the pattern of new 18 Pro models launching at the same time. more…
2025-05-15 13:33
SmartGym: major update adds custom goals, live heart rate tracking and even more personalization
As I mentioned recently, SmartGym has become one of my favorite apps. Anyone who uses it as a workout companion can easily see why it was named Apple Watch App of the Year in 2023, chosen as a finalist for the Apple Design Awards, and recently featured...
2025-05-15 13:00
Coinbase hack sees some customers tricked into sending funds; will be reimbursed
A Coinbase hack has seen some customers tricked into sending funds to the attackers, with the company estimating that they suffered losses of somewhere between $180M and $400M. The attackers also stole personal data, after Coinbase refused to pay a ran...
2025-05-15 12:45
Here are the automakers committed to supporting CarPlay Ultra
Apple today officially announced CarPlay Ultra, the next generation version of CarPlay that it first teased way back at WWDC 2022. CarPlay Ultra is rolling out starting today to Aston Martin owners in the United States and Canada. Apple today also reve...
2025-05-15 12:38
Next-gen CarPlay, branded CarPlay Ultra, starts rolling out today
After months of delays, Apple officially announced the launch of next-gen CarPlay, now with a new brand name of ‘CarPlay Ultra’. From today, CarPlay Ultra is available with new Aston Martin vehicle orders in the United States and Canada, and a soft...
2025-05-15 12:08
Data brokers won’t be banned from selling your personal data without good reason [U]
Data brokers may be banned from selling your personal data without legitimate justification, under a new proposal by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Back in the summer it was revealed that one of these brokers was hacked, resulting in ...
2025-05-15 11:57
Apple Music tool to import playlists from Spotify and more looks to be rolling out
Back in February, we saw beta-testing of an Apple Music tool to import playlists from Spotify and other music services. An updated Apple support document suggests that this is now rolling out as a live feature. Apple says you can import both your music...
2025-05-15 11:47
Apple using sketchy warning for apps bought using third-party payment systems
After the EU required Apple to allow iPhone developers to bypass the App Store’s payment system, the company has now resorted to scare tactics to fight back. Apple has added a prominent warning on these apps. This appears to violate the company’s o...
2025-05-15 11:10
Apple using sketchy warning for apps bought using third-party payment systems [Updated]
Update: This message has been live in the App Store since the beginning of Apple’s DMA compliance efforts in March 2024. In August 2024, Apple announced multiple changes to its compliance plan – including a change to the disclosure message that app...
2025-05-15 11:10
Trump says he has ‘a little problem’ with Tim Cook over Apple making iPhones in India, not the US
In comments to press this morning, President Donald Trump said he has an issue with Apple’s handling of the tariff policy in regard to iPhone production. Trump wants Apple to build iPhones domestically in the United States, but has clearly seen the r...
2025-05-15 09:36
AirPods keep getting better: How to use the newest features
With last year’s release of iOS 18, AirPods Pro got even better. Apple added new gestures, improvements to gaming support, and more. Head below for a recap of each of these features and details on how to use each of them. more…
2025-05-15 00:19
Review: Sonnet MacCuff mini – a well-designed M4 Mac mini mount [Video]
is a great way to securely mount your Mac mini under your desk, on a wall, or behind a monitor, allowing you to reclaim precious desktop real estate. I recently tested the MacCuff mini with my 2024 M4 Mac mini, and I was impressed with its build quali...
2025-05-14 21:21
If you hate ads on Netflix, I have bad news: they’re doing really well
When Netflix introduced its ad-supported tier in late 2022, it wasn’t exactly a surprise. Other mainstream streaming services had been widely adopting the strategy, much to viewers’ protests. Now, Netflix has shared some data that indicates that wh...
2025-05-14 21:04
Apple Card has three features that make it a go-to favorite for me
Apple Card launched nearly six years ago, and in some ways it still feels odd that the iPhone maker offers its own credit card. But here are three Apple Card features that help make it my no-brainer favorite to this day. more…
2025-05-14 20:53