By news@appleinsider.com (Thomas Sibilly) Goldenmate’s UPS is a simple but effective solution for keeping your setup safe from outages and surges with 800W of load power.Goldenmate 800W UPS reviewOutages, voltage sags and spikes, and power surges are dangerous on sensitive equipment like your computer. Having a UPS can go a long way to protecting your expensive electronics from these unwanted events, increasing their longevity.Goldenmate is a battery company that specializes in lithium iron phosphate batteries, which they use in their power supplies. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Amazon has issued a limited-time $199 iPad 9th Generation deal, and odds are it will end this Labor Day.Get Apple’s iPad 9th Gen for just $199 for Labor Day.The $199 price on the iPad 9th Generation is the lowest on record, and with Amazon classifying it as a “limited-time” deal, it could expire at the end of the holiday weekend.Buy for $199 Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) Apple seems unable to stop influx of so-called “dual use” apps that look innocent on the surface but help users create deepfake porn — at a steep price.Altered image found in face swap adApple takes pride in regulating the App Store, and part of that control is preventing pornographic apps altogether. However, there are limits to this control given that some apps can offer features that users can easily abuse — seemingly without Apple being aware.According to a report from 404 Media, Apple struggles with a “dual use” problem found in apps that offer features like face swapping. While the feature is innocent enough at first glance, users are swapping faces onto pornography, sometimes using minor’s faces. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple is reportedly considering making investment into OpenAI, makers of the popular ChatGPT service, in a move that could shore up Apple’s standing in the AI marketplace.ChatGPT LogoAs part of the Apple Intelligence initiative arriving later in the year as part of iOS 18, Apple will allow users to connect Siri to ChatGPT to handle queries. However, the involvement of the two companies could be deepened by a cash injection from Apple.There are talks for Apple to invest into OpenAI as part of a new funding round, according to the Wall Street Journal. It is unknown how much the investment will be, but it’s likely to be in the billions. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) The Ridley Scott epic “Napoleon: The Director’s Cut” is now available to stream on Apple TV+, with the online version 48 minutes longer than the theatrical release.Napoleon [Apple TV+]The epic historical drama “Napoleon” achieved a theatrical release in 2023, but at the time, director and co-producer Ridley Scott wanted to release a longer version. Now we know how long the Apple TV+ edition is.Written by David Scarpa, “Napoleon” told the story of the titular historical figure, his rise to power, and his relationship with Josephine. Starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby, the film ran for 157 minutes, or two hours and 37 minutes, in theaters. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (David Schloss) It may not be necessary to get an iPhone 16 to get an Action Button, as Apple appears to be working on a case with buttons built in that can control the enclosed iPhone.Apple’s patent would allow cases to add virtual buttons.This patent also hints at the much-rumored reverse-wireless charging that has been anticipated since the iPhone 13.The patent does not mention an external power supply or wireless technology like Bluetooth for communications in this case. To work with an iPhone, this case would need to draw power from it and share data with it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple’s iPhone sales in the United States were down in July despite overall market growth, but the iPhone 15 Pro was a bright spot for the company’s shipments.Cameras on an iPhone 15 ProThe iPhone is the most popular smartphone brand in the United States, and has been for quite some time. However, in July, a report indicates that Apple’s smartphone lineup stumbled while others flourished.The US smartphone market as a whole saw sales grow year-on-year by 5%, according to Counterpoint. This was driven by growth from Samsung and Motorola, not from Apple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) Steep price drops are hitting Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pro at Amazon, with upgraded M3 Pro and even M3 Max models on sale now.Save $500 on multiple MacBook Pro models.Kicking off the Labor Day sale is the M3 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with a bump up to 36GB RAM that’s on sale for $2,399 after the $500 discount.The increase in unified memory helps future-proof your purchase and run additional apps for smoother performance. Both Space Black and Silver are eligible for the $500 cash discount, and units are in stock and ready to ship at press time. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) The release of Apple Intelligence should be extremely beneficial to iPhone sales, with analysts believing Apple could be the top smartphone shipper in the world by 2025.A render of what the iPhone 16 Pro could look likeAnalysts have been bullish about Apple’s future iPhone sales, with some predicting growth of about 10% for the second half of 2024 over 2023’s figures. The improved sales are primarily based on the seeming demand for the iPhone 16 following the WWDC introduction of Apple Intelligence.However, Counterpoint Research believes that a wider generative AI focus on the market will help the industry enjoy more growth. For Apple, it could be phenomenal. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Sponsored Content) Life is messy, and Roborock has spent 10 years helping your family clean up after pets, children, and whatever comes your way with industry-leading robot vacuum and mop systems. Celebrate with limited-time discounts.Roborock 10 year anniversary saleRoborock has a huge selection of products that can help keep your home clean and your family happy and healthy. There is a range of robot vacuum and mop combos with prices and features that can fit into any home, plus there’s a handheld for versatile cleaning.After 10 years of products built to keep homes clean and healthy, Roborock is celebrating being a leading brand in the industry and the care it has provided to customers along the way. It’s more than just cleaning homes — it’s about giving time back to the families it serves with its innovative product lines. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
