By news@appleinsider.com (Chip Loder) A handy new feature of macOS Sequoia allows a mounted volume to self-eject once a process copying files from it ends. Here’s how to use it.Ejecting Finder volumes when copies complete.If you’ve ever copied a large file from a mounted .dmg file in macOS, you’ll know how annoying it can be to have to go back to the Finder to eject the disk once the copy finishes.This is because the .dmg’s filesystem is in use during the copy. Finder holds the .dmg’s mounted volume captive as long as it is in use. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Marko Zivkovic) In an attempt to avoid paying Apple’s App Store fees, Disney has removed the ability for users to pay for Disney+ or Hulu through the App Store.Disney+ and Hulu no longer allow signups via the App Store.By instructing their users to visit a website rather than pay via the App Store, Disney is able to save money and avoid paying Apple a fee. For in-app purchases such as subscriptions, Apple typically charges companies a fee for every transaction made within the app, which can be up to 30% of the payment.The subscription-related change can be found on the official Disney and Hulu websites. New and returning subscribers cannot pay for their subscriptions through Apple, nor can they sign up for either of the services. Existing Apple-billed subscribers will remain unaffected, however, according to the Disney+ and Hulu websites. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Marko Zivkovic) The iMac, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini are all expected to receive the M4 chip later this month in the form of an online-focused event.Apple could introduce a redesigned Mac mini with M4While Apple recently announced the seventh-generation iPad mini through a simple press release, new Mac computers will reportedly be revealed via an online event later in October.In a social media post on Threads, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman says that the inventory of Mac and Mac-related products in Apple Stores is currently “very low.” This includes iMacs, MacBook Pros, Mac mini units, the Magic Mouse, and Magic Trackpad. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Marko Zivkovic) The iOS 18.1 update introduces support for a new RCS messaging feature and fixes a known issue affecting devices in the iPhone 16 range. Here’s what you need to know about the release.iOS 18.1 introduces RCS support for Business Messaging, fixes an issue affecting iPhone 16 Pro units.On Monday, Apple made the release candidate version of iOS 18.1 available to developers, ahead of the software’s public launch on October 28. Similar to previous developer betas, Monday’s release candidate introduces support for a new software feature and includes key bug fixes.In addition to the various issues the update resolves, the RC version of iOS 18.1 enhances the existing business messaging feature by adding support for the RCS protocol. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple CEO Tim Cook has been on Nike’s board for almost 20 years, and now he has to help guide the major sports brand through some stormy weather.Tim Cook’s custom-made sneakers from May’s iPad Pro launch – Image source: Apple via HypebeastLike Apple, Tim Cook has a long relationship with Nike. The Apple CEO has been on the Nike board of directors since 2005, the longest of any board member, and has helped the brand continue to thrive in his tenure.At the end of 2024, Cook is continuing in his advisory role to the company chairman, Mark Parker, and co-founder, Phil Knight. However, the market is becoming problematic for Nike. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Wesley Hilliard) Apple’s slow transition to USB-C is inching closer to an end with the imminent release of a new Magic Mouse 2, Magic Trackpad 2, and Magic Keyboard, which were referenced in the iOS 18.1 RC.Magic accessories could finally get USB-CThe Mac, iPad, iPhone, and even AirPods have all moved away from legacy ports to adopt USB-C, but one group of Apple products held out — Magic accessories. The shift of these products to USB-C has seemed inevitable for years, but few signs appeared until now.In the iOS 18.1 RC that released on Monday, Aaron Perris, a MacRumors contributor, discovered code referencing new Magic accessories. Those included an updated Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse 2, and Magic Trackpad 2. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) As Apple Intelligence gets closer to public availability, the first release candidates of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, tvOS 18.1, visionOS 2.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 are now available.Examples of Apple Intelligence at work. The first release candidates of iOS 18.1, macOS Sequoia 15.1, and iPadOS 18.1 arrive after the seventh build, which landed on October 14, or for macOS, October 15. The sixth builds landed on October 7. The RC for tvOS 18.1 lands after five developer betas, and visionOS 2.1 after six.At the time of publication, there isn’t a RC build for watchOS 11.1. With Apple’s release list including all of the RC versions but not watchOS in that list, it seems unlikely that an RC for it will arrive today. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Shoppers in China can get a deal on the iPhone 16 ahead of Singles Day, as Apple’s smartphone receives a price cut in early promotions for the sales event.iPhone 16 ProSingles Day, also known as Double 11, is an annual event in China, which usually involves massive sales through major retailers. For 2024, Apple’s iPhone 16 is being discounted as part of the festivities.Major retailers in China have already launched their promotional campaigns weeks ahead of the day itself. On Sunday and Monday, retailers slashed prices on iPhones, reports SCMP. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew O’Hara) On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast Clicks co-founder and CMO Jeff Gadway joins to discuss Shortcuts automations, the new Sonos line, and more.HomeKit Insider PodcastGuest co-host this week is Jeff Gadway. He founded Clicks keyboard case with Michael Fisher — Mr. Mobile — alongside Kevin Michaluk — also known as CrackBerry Kevin.The viral hit launched earlier this year at CES 2024 and is readying a new launch for the iPhone 16 series. One of the newer additions is a companion app that features various shortcut automations. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Despite an official ban on Russian government workers using the iPhone, an unreliable report says that sales have risen dramatically.Moscow at night — image credit: Evgenit/PixabayIt was in 2023 that Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) tried banning government staff from using iPhones. Purportedly, it was because the FSB believed the US was using the iPhone for eavesdropping.Now according to Reuters, local Russian sources are saying the ban rather failed. While the figures have yet to be confirmed by any other source, the Vedomosti business daily claims that purchases of iPhones from January 2024 to September would four times higher year over year. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
