By news@appleinsider.com (Marko Zivkovic) The iPhone 17 range could introduce a redesigned iPhone with a thickness of just around 6mm, making it the thinnest iPhone ever. Here’s what we know so far.The iPhone 17 Slim could be Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet.Well before the release of the iPhone 16 range in September 2024, rumors of an iPhone 17 Slim or iPhone 17 Air started popping up.Apple reportedly wants to replace its existing Plus line with a redesigned iPhone 17 Slim, with a 6.6-inch display, ProMotion, and a single rear camera. The most noteworthy characteristic of the upcoming iPhone, however, is its thickness. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Owners of iPhones running on iOS 8 and earlier will soon lose the ability to use iCloud device backups, unless they update to iOS 9 or later.iCloud backup options in iOSAs a way to keep hold of your data, iCloud backups are extremely convenient to users, but it won’t be usable by everyone. Apple has started to warn users of devices running on iOS 8 or earlier that it will stop working in one month’s time.In a support document titled “How to keep your devices and data backed up in iOS 8 or earlier,” first published on Monday and found by 9to5Mac, Apple advises that support will be curtailed for older iOS installations. From December 18, 2024, “device backups will require iOS 9 or later,” the post states. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Marko Zivkovic) With the latest developer beta of tvOS 18.2, Apple has finally added Snoopy-themed screensavers for Apple TV. Here’s what you need to know.Snoopy-themed screensavers are now available with tvOS 18.2 developer beta 3.On Monday, the company released the third developer betas of visionOS 2.2 and tvOS 18.2. While the Apple Vision Pro software doesn’t appear to have any noteworthy additions, the tvOS developer beta includes all-new screensavers.Subscribe to AppleInsider on YouTube Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) DoorDash now lets you import grocery lists straight from Apple’s Reminders app, making things a little less chaotic when trying to juggle holiday responsibilities.iPhone 15The new integration lets iOS users import their grocery lists from the Reminders app into DoorDash, automatically adding items to their shopping cart. For those without iOS, there’s also the option to paste a list directly into the app.The update is part of a larger effort by DoorDash to make shopping more convenient for the holidays. A redesigned shopping experience lets users search for items across multiple retailers, comparing prices and delivery times at a glance. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple has handed out the third developer betas of tvOS 18.2 and visionOS 2.2 for testing, as a fourth general beta round looms.An Apple Vision Pro, which runs visionOS 2.2Monday’s developer beta collection was unusual, as it consisted of just two. This time, tvOS and visionOS were the subjects for the latest testing by the Apple developer beta testing program.The third tvOS 18.2 beta build is number 22K5148a, while the third visionOS 2.2 build is 22N5794a. The second build of tvOS was issued on November 11, while the second visionOS 2.2 build was provided on November 12. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) An early Black Friday price war offers shoppers the lowest price on record for the Late 2024 M4 MacBook Pro 14-inch at Amazon and B&H.Grab the lowest price on record for the 2024 M4 MacBook Pro – Image credit: AppleThe $1,399 price at Amazon and B&H Photo is thanks to a cash discount on top of an on-page coupon at Amazon.com. And with the entry model now including 16GB of unified memory compared to last year’s 8GB, the 2024 14-inch MacBook Pro offers additional value for the price.At press time, units are in stock in both Space Black and Silver, with delivery as early as tomorrow to select locations with Amazon Prime. You can also find deals on upgraded configure-to-order (CTO) models in our M4 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Comparison Guide. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew O’Hara) On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast Apple’s 2025 smart home plans become more clear and more new products launch.HomeKit Insider PodcastWe saw two pieces of smart lock news this week. Nuki released the Nuki Lock Ultra in the EU — before a 2025 US release — that was massively updated.The Nuki Lock Ultra is three times smaller and three times as fast as its predecessor. There’s no Home Key support but they do plan to support Aliro, which is essentially the same. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) The iPhone XS Max and the iPhone 6s Plus are now classed as “vintage” hardware by Apple, while the Apple Watch Series 2 has been deemed “obsolete.”iPhone XS MaxApple has a policy of listing products as being vintage or obsolete after they have been on the market for a long time. In a November 15 update to the support page, some iPhone and Apple Watch variants have seen a change in status.The iPhone XS Max and iPhone 6s Plus are now added to the vintage list. They are listed alongside other models, including the iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus Red, and the original iPhone SE. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) In an epic holiday price cut, B&H has trimmed hundreds of dollars off Apple’s upgraded 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air with the M3 chip.Grab early Black Friday savings on Apple’s M3 MacBook Air.The holiday MacBook Air sale at B&H offers prices as low as $1,099 for M3 models with at least 16GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage.Buy for $1,099 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew Orr) Thieves are exploiting stolen tracking data to intercept iPhone deliveries the moment they arrive.iPhone 15 modelsThe holiday season is a time for giving — but it’s also prime time for thieves. Reports reveal an alarming rise in package thefts, with $12 billion worth of goods, stolen from porches in 2024, affecting approximately 58 million Americans.High-value items like iPhones are often prime targets. These thieves have developed sophisticated tactics, using stolen tracking information to intercept deliveries right off doorsteps. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
