By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) Tired of your iPad screen flipping every time you move? Locking its orientation takes just a few seconds and can make reading, gaming, or watching videos a lot more comfortable.How to change iPad rotation lockApple’s iPads have built-in screen rotation, which lets the display switch between portrait and landscape modes automatically based on how you’re holding the device. It’s useful in many situations but frustrating when you’re lying down or switching positions often.Luckily, stopping your iPad screen from rotating is simple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) While Apple TV+ has a reputation for micromanagement, it seems that it’s not as bad as it once was. At least, so long as you’re not damaging Apple’s brand image.Adam Scott stars in “Severance,” an Apple TV+ hit – Image Credit: AppleAs a streaming service, Apple TV+ is far from a massive powerhouse like Netflix or Amazon Prime Instant Video. It’s certainly a big play by Apple into the streaming arena, and to a point, it’s worked.In a wide-ranging discussion about Apple TV+, the Los Angeles Times writes about the service, Apple’s ambitions, and how its fared so far. Overall, the article indicates that Apple TV+ is doing well in many areas, but it can do better. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) A developer is seeking a class action lawsuit for funds developers could have earned for the last fifteen months with links outside the App Store instead of mandatory in-app subscription purchases.Developers provide value to Apple’s platformThe only victory Epic Games claimed over Apple in its lengthy trial was a court’s order to end anti-steering practices in the App Store. Enforcement of that order was delayed until January 2024, but the court found Apple’s changes violated the injunction.The violation was called deliberate by the judge, and could lead to criminal contempt charges relating to the decision. According to law firm Hagens Berman, a class action lawsuit has been filed by a developer as a result of the injunction violation. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Sponsored Content) If you have a MacBook, you know it makes you superhuman. But for professionals and power users, the device you need can range anywhere from $1,600-$6,000. If you’re looking for a smarter way to buy, Upgraded makes it easy and affordable with one low monthly subscription.Apple has long offered their iPhone upgrade program. But there’s no equivalent for MacBooks. Until now. John, the founder of Upgraded, used to constantly buy MacBooks to keep up with demands from his work. He tried to resell old devices on Facebook Marketplace, but it was slow, tiring, and constantly messaging buyers distracted him from the rest of life. He thought, “Why isn’t there an easy way to get the latest MacBook?”Check out Upgraded Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) EA Sports FC Mobile players can stream MLS matches in-game and get a free month of Apple TV MLS Season Pass.EA Sports FC MobileElectronic Arts (EA) Sports FC Mobile players can stream two upcoming Major League Soccer matches live inside the game in a new partnership with Apple. Starting May 10, fans can watch Los Angeles Galaxy face the New York Red Bulls at 23:30 UTC (7:30 p.m. ET).Atlanta United takes on the Philadelphia Union on May 17 at the same time. Both matches will be broadcast via the in-game FC Mobile TV (FCM TV) feature, accessible through the Extra Time button in the main menu. Players must reach Account Level 4, which typically takes a few matches to unlock, in order to access Extra Time. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) While complying with the courts and their mandated changes to the App Store as fallout from the Epic vs. Apple suit, Apple has now also filed its appeal against the ruling.Apple is appealing against the court ruling that has mandated App Store changesOn May 1, 2025, US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ordered Apple to immediately make specific changes to its App Store practices, after ruling that it had failed to comply with its previous obligations. The judge specifically refused any delay, but did allow for Apple to appeal — and it has now done so.As first spotted by The Verge, Apple has filed its notice of appeal to the United States District Court for the district of Northern California. The filing is a short document only listing which case is being appealed against — US District Court case 4:20-cv-05640-YGR — and the names of Apple’s legal counsel. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) Before your iPhone ever reaches your hands, Apple puts it through desert storms, deep freezes, and drop tests inside a secretive Irish lab. Here’s a look inside.iPhone 15Apple’s futuristic Cupertino headquarters receives most of the attention, but a key part of the company’s product durability effort happens in an unassuming building in Ireland. The Cork campus, which opened in 1980, now employs 6,000 people and serves as Apple’s European headquarters.That facility houses Apple’s Reliability Testing Lab. Beyond serving as a regional hub, Cork is home to one of Apple’s most important product integrity operations. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Apple may have been able to mitigate against Trump’s tariffs before their full extent was announced, but the company’s latest SEC filing reveals that this was only a short-term tactic, and price hikes may be inevitable.Apple CEO Tim CookApple has projected that it will take a $900 million hit over tariffs in the June 2025 quarter, following Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs. But part of preventing that loss being still higher, involved ramping up manufacturing and importing, including airlifting plane loads of iPhones.According to a note to investors seen by AppleInsider, Morgan Stanley has calculated from Apple’s latest 10-Q filing that Apple’s costs were at a three-year March quarter high. The company bases this on Apple’s reported balance sheet inventory, and vendor non-trade receivables — in this case effectively pre-payments to suppliers for goods they are storing before sending to Apple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple is allegedly preparing to sell corporate bonds, in a sale that could raise billions in cash and finance a $100 billion share buyback plan.Apple ParkThe sale of corporate bonds can be a way for a large company to quickly raise cash. On Monday, it seems that the iPhone maker is planning to do just that.According to a person familiar with the plans speaking to Bloomberg, Apple is preparing to make a sale of “Investment-grade bonds” later in the day. This would mark the first time of Apple selling corporate bonds since 2023. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Apple’s latest Mac mini with an M4 chip is $110 off today, resulting in the lowest price we’ve seen to date.Get the all-time best M4 Mac mini price.Get the all-time best M4 Mac mini price.The M4 Mac mini features an updated design and 16GB of RAM in the standard model, delivering a lot of bang for your buck at the retail price of $599. But going one step further, Amazon is discounting it to $490.84 (18% off MSRP), delivering the lowest price on record.Get $490 Mac mini deal Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
