By news@appleinsider.com (Amber Neely) According to a new leak, Apple has pulled the plug on a project that allegedly hoped to produce lower-cost augmented reality glasses after the project seemingly couldn’t meet executive expectations.”Apple Glass” render by iPhone_lov_er on InstagramThe device in question would have looked like a standard pair of glasses, but would feature built-in displays. It also would have required a persistent tether to a Mac.This device, which was code-named N107, would have been seen as a more affordable alternative to the Apple Vision Pro. After all, one of the biggest complaints about the Apple Vision Pro is its nearly $3,500 price tag — before taxes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Andrew O’Hara) Visual Intelligence may be the most powerful Apple Intelligence feature. Here’s what it is, how it works, and we’ll go through several different real world examples.Visual Intelligence is exclusive to the iPhone 16 seriesApple added Visual Intelligence with iOS 18.2 and you’ll need an iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro to use it. Sorry, iPhone 15 Pro users.It’s filed under the umbrella of Apple Intelligence features. It’s one of the few Apple Intelligence features that is exclusive to the iPhone 16 family. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Mike Wuerthele) The Orico 20Plus MagPro Magnetic iPhone Portable SSD is a speedy-enough SSD for your iPhone, that is let down by the incredibly sorry state of Apple’s Files app.Orico 20Plus MagPro iPhone SSD review: Mounted to the back of an iPhoneApple’s had external drive support on the Mac forever, and it’s been added to the iPhone relatively recently. It can be awkward, though, to run a cable to a drive and conveniently use the drive while shooting video.While it doesn’t carry data, the MagSafe ring on the back of iPhones made for the last four years offers an interesting solution. If designed properly, an SSD enclosure can just attach back there, and a short cable run can make it accessible to the iPhone. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Apple TV+ hit drama “Severance” has pulled another elaborate stunt with the partial release of the book, “The You You Are,” as featured and taken far too seriously in the show.Cover of “The You You Are”It’s had Tim Cook deciding to quit Apple for Lumon Industries, it’s had a pop-up set at Grand Central Terminal. It’s had a free tell-all book, and the “Severance” company has also had — and continues to maintain — a deeply disturbing page on LinkedIn.That LinkedIn page is on the latest stunt, too, with a post of “utmost concern” about how chapters of Dr Ricken Lazlo Hale, PhD’s book has been released. “The You You Are” is a profound book — or at least it is shown to be that in the drama. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) Having been denied full inclusion at the forthcoming trial to determine Google’s future, Apple has filed a motion to delay the whole proceedings.In 2022, Alphabet paid Apple $20 billionIt was formally and legally decided in August 2024 that Google and its Alphabet parent company, represent a search and advertising monopoly. What Apple wants and has previously been denied, is a seat at a trial determining what steps Google must take next.Apple had asked to be a participant in this remedy trial specifically because of its annual $20 billion contract with Google. But it asked by filing a motion on December 23, 2024, and Judge Amit Metha has ruled Apple’s motion was simply too late. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Christine McKee) B&H’s blowout MacBook Pro sale features a variety of deals on M3 Pro and M3 Max models, with prices as low as $1,599.Save up to $1,200 on MacBooks – Image credit: AppleMany of the deals end today and B&H’s online checkout closes at sundown Eastern Time tonight. So if you see a discounted config that catches your eye, you may want to snap it up right away. You can also check out our Mac Price Guide to compare prices on these closeout configs against Apple’s current M4 models.Shop the blowout deals Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Malcolm Owen) Apple’s AirTag location tracking device is over three years old, and it is rumored to get a refresh soon. Here’s what to expect from the AirTag in 2025.Apple’s AirTagSince its launch, Apple’s AirTag has proven itself to be a very useful item. Reports have repeatedly surfaced of owners tracking down stolen property, and even finding where their airport luggage has disappeared to, thanks to the cheap white disc.While there’s not much that can realistically change, there’s still an opportunity for Apple to refine the extremely useful item. Here’s what rumors say could be updated on the second-generation model. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Amber Neely) Owners of early-generation Apple Watch models are eligible for payments related to a six-year-old class action lawsuit. Here’s who can file.An affected Apple Watch | Image credit: RedditIn 2019, a lawsuit was filed against Apple alleging that Apple Watch Series 1 through Apple Watch Series 3 were unsafe. According to the lawsuit, Apple ignored an issue that could cause the batteries to swell and break critical components, such as the screen.Now, nearly six years later, a settlement has finally been reached. Apple has agreed to pay out $20 million to resolve the claims — but not because the company admits to any wrongdoing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (Mike Wuerthele) Apple’s latest earnings have impressed some investment advisors, with Morgan Stanley inching its Apple stock price target up to $275 mostly because of the long-term strength of Services.Tim Cook, celebratingWhile Apple’s iPhone sales came in at a bit over $600 million dollars short of the year-ago quarter, there was enough good news in the report for a firm generally bullish on AAPL to increase its price target.In a note seen by AppleInsider, investment firm Morgan Stanley has hiked its price target for AAPL to $275. This is a boost over just a week ago, where the firm had a $273 target, it now has a $275 goal. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
By news@appleinsider.com (William Gallagher) The new Element 5 Hub from CalDigit won’t give you a large array of different ports, but is perfect if you want more Thunderbolt 5 ports, and a few USB-A ones.The new Element 5 hub — image credit: CalDigitWhen CalDigit released its TS4 dock in February 2022, it rapidly became an AppleInsider favorite because of its speed, its number of ports, and how those ports could deliver plenty of power for charging devices. CalDigit also has a compact Element range and now that includes a Thunderbolt 5-enabled Element 5 hub.Specifically, it comes with nine ports, of which three are Thunderbolt 5. Those ports are also backwards compatible with both Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4, plus they can deliver up to 15W of power each. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
