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First announced last summer at WWDC, Apple is rolling out the first publicly available Rapid Security Response update for iOS and macOS. While details concerning what the security update patches are not yet known, this marks the first instance of Apple pushing a minor system update focused only on security.

According to reports, Apple is considering releasing an even more powerful iPad Pro tablet, which will also be significantly larger than recent 12.9-inch models. Dubbed the iPad Pro Max or the iPad Ultra, the tablet is rumoured to feature a 14.1-inch display and an Apple M3 Pro chipset. The device is thought to be the closest alternative to a MacBook yet, in part thanks to Apple porting many macOS features to iPadOS.

Apple is now tipped to launch a major update to watchOS that revives the Glances feature from an earlier version. The rumored switch from apps to iPhone 14-style widgets is backed to make the "Watch X" (or "series 9") more intuitive and convenient to use. The potentially substantial software upgrade is thought to distract from minimal health-tracking feature updates, however.

According to a new report, Apple's transition from Lightning to USB Type-C ports will bring more than just improved interoperability to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Purportedly, the change will also increase bandwidth by over 80x, allowing Apple to introduce features like external 4K monitor support.

Apple allegedly aspires to release devices with an upgrade to custom microLED displays as early as 2024. However, according to the latest industry reports, real life has gotten in the way of these plans, causing the Cupertino giant to enlist the help of Samsung and LG to take the next step onward from OLED in the near future. The putative upgrade is still projected to start with a next-gen Watch Ultra, however.

The allegedly upcoming new "Plus" version of the Beats Studio Buds have reportedly made it onto Amazon ahead of their scheduled release date by accident. The sales page may have revealed their specs and price as well as their latest, Nothing phone-like, colorway, prior to being yanked from the site.

With Apple's software update season right around the corner, rumors are flying as to which devices will be able to upgrade to the latest OS. Unfortunately, some popular (but older) iPhones and iPads will be left in the dust this update cycle.

Apple is doubling down on high-res sensors, it appears. According to new reports, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is set to debut with a new 48 MP camera that's bigger and more powerful than the iPhone 14 Pro Max's. The iPhone 15 Pro may not get the same hardware, sadly, however.

Apple is tipped to try and make the world accept its Reality (headset) during WWDC 2023. The first-gen VR/AR platform is now backed to come with its own version of Safari, FaceTime, Fitness, Siri and more on its allegedly impending launch. However, it seems the Cupertino giant has gone and developed something for it that might end up being a major sticking point to its adoption.

The well-built base model from the current 2023 MacBook Pro lineup can now be ordered for a reduced sale price of US$1,749 after Amazon introduced a notable 12 percent discount on the very quick 14-inch multimedia laptop with the lightning-fast Apple M2 SoC.

According to a renowned analyst, Apple will sell its first 15-inch MacBook Air with two processor options. Reiterating an earlier rumour, the analyst alleges that the MacBook Air 15 will miss out on the Apple M3. There is no Apple M2 Pro option on the cards, either.

Thanks to the unrivaled efficiency of the M1 processor, this laptop remains cool even in full load and the battery life can last up to 18 hours. Despite having only 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM, all the native applications, including content creation suites provide excellent performance.

Apple's new M3 chip may not debut at WWDC 2023 alongside a 13-inch MacBook Air. It hasn't entered mass production and is expected to do so some time by Q3 2023.

The Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC) of 2023 is already touted to go down in history as the event during which Apple's first-gen VR/AR headset is unleashed. However, the latest version of iOS is now also projected to vie for the spotlight by unlocking app sideloading on iPhones for the first time. The Conference is also now rumored to introduce iPadOS optimized for OLED and watchOS optimized for an underwhelming hardware upgrade.

Tim Cook is headed to India to open two new retail stores in the country. The new locations are found in 2 different cities, and will start to welcome customers from April 18, 2023. Apple touts them as sources of "excellent" customer service and experience in advance, and indicates that they underpin the country's increasing importance to it as a source of both sales and production.

Apple will be releasing its first MacBook Air with large display soon, as the device has been caught testing app compatibility running the yet-unreleased macOS 14. The MacBook Air 15 will still be powered by the current M2 processor family, though.

Over the last few months, there have been numerous leaks and rumours that Apple would adopt solid-state 'Taptic Buttons' for this year's iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, two sources now report that Apple has removed this new functionality at short notice owing to compatibility issues.

Plugable has unveiled the 5-in-1 USB-C Hub designed for Apple MagSafe. The gadget clips onto a MacBook via two USB-C connectors, with a cut-out for the laptop’s charger. Ports on the device include 100 W USB-C, supporting displays with resolutions up to 6K@60Hz, and Gigabit Ethernet.

The first three months of 2023 (or 1Q2023) has proven a dismal quarter for PC sale - especially for top-5 brand Apple, apparently. It has outstripped other major OEMs such as Lenovo and Dell in terms of falling shipments and market share year-on-year (YoY). Then again, according to market analysis group IDC, there may be an upside to the lack of growth thus far.

According to new reports, Apple will not release a new 27-inch Studio Display with mini-LED backlights or 120 Hz ProMotion support anytime soon. Purportedly, Apple has cancelled the current model, but an analyst has revealed mass production plans centred around a new prototype.

New high-quality renders of the iPhone 15 Pro have been shared, one of four iPhone 15 models that Apple has planned for later this year. The new renders detail several changes between the iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 series, as well as a touted colour option that will replace the iPhone 14 Pro's 'Deep Purple'.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max (aka iPhone 15 Ultra) will supposedly add a new storage tier. It will pack up to 2 TB of storage and cost RMB 20,000 (US$2,906) in China.

Best Buy offers convenient shopping options (online included) for your latest iPhone - however, there are caveats, mostly of the limited, carrier-locked buying option kind. However, the major retailer has now started to support the option of getting a SIM-unlocked unit instead. Then again, the more in-demand variants have been left out of this new deal for now.

Apple Pay users in the US can now get a free six-piece McNuggets at participating McDonald's outlets just by spending US$1 in the McDonald's app. This offer is valid till April 11, and users can also make use of food delivery services. Apple has also started rolling out Apple Pay Later credit facility to select US customers. Unlike a typical credit card, Apple Pay Later requires users to pay back in four biweekly installments.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will make its grand debut in the last quarter of the year. Its predecessor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, outperforms Apple's A16 Bionic in GPU tests, and it appears that could continue with the next-gen chipset, thanks to a reported 50% boost in GPU performance.

The M2 Mac Mini, the latest version of Apple's miniature desktop, is on sale at Amazon for up to US$110 off. With this discount, the base model falls to just under $500.

The entire Bitcoin whitepaper can be accessed in pdf form through the Image Capture utility or directly opening it through a terminal command. It has been "a feature" since the 2018 Mojave update, but anonymous sources claim that it will soon be removed.

ESR has introduced the world's first accessory that combines what might be the most popular and practical uses of MagSafe for the iPhone 12 to 14 generations. It consists of a 5,000mAh power bank that can also hold some cards for the user and act as a kick-stand at the same time. The HaloLock Power Bank Wallet will be available to buy from tomorrow (April 6, 2023).

Apple reportedly took the unprecedented step to idle its MacBook M2 processor production for two months as the nosedive in computer demand was sharper than expected. The M2 chip is at 50% production rate now, and a future OLED MacBook Air with Samsung screen won't come to the rescue any time soon.

Apple is apparently working on a new MacBook Air model with a 13.4-inch OLED display. Currently, Apple offers a 13.6-inch MacBook Air unlike the conventional 13.3-inch version. While Apple is expected to eventually transition to OLED with next year's iPad Pros and the MacBooks in 2025, the exact timeline for the new 13.4-inch OLED MacBook Air is still unclear.

According to the latest predictions of respected industry figures, Apple's first-gen AR/VR product is not ready to be unveiled during 2023's WWDC event. Now, however, a well-known tech correspondent now purports to negate these rumors and asserts that the opposite is the case. This may be because Apple plans to make xrOS app development a reality during the "historic" show.

Android smartphone OEMs have led the way in terms of the "co-processor", a secondary, custom chipset touted to augment the power and performance of the main, often premium, SoC in question by taking some tasks and functions off its hands. Now, Apple is allegedly ready to unleash its answer in the next-gen iPhone 15 series. A new leak outlines the Cupertino giant's plans to outdo its rivals with this new addition to the main A17 Bionic platform in 2023.

The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max' successors are already thought to be the first to switch to solid-state buttons. This upgrade is now tipped to unleash a whole new wave of functionality that would be beyond those of simple physical controls. They include the replacement of the mute switch with an Action Button that could do much more than turn system sounds on and off.

The Apple iPad Pro 12.9 with M1 SoC is now available at a substantial discount on Best Buy. The e-tailer is offering M1 iPad Pro 12.9 variants from 256 GB to 2 TB at prices ranging from US$1,000 to US$1,600 — that a US$400 to US$800 discount depending on the chosen model.

According to a new report, Apple has once again delayed its mixed reality glasses plans. While Apple's WWDC 2023 teaser hints at something AR or VR-related, mass production is said to have been pushed to August or September. Apple could still have plenty planned for WWDC 2023 though, including showcases of new OS updates and Mac hardware.

Apple is rolling out macOS Ventura 13.3, the latest minor update before macOS 14 likely debuts later this year. Available to download now, macOS Ventura 13.3 features a few changes, including the option of removing the background from a chosen image. The new OS update coincides with an updated Apple Studio Display firmware, which adds Pro Display Calibrator.

Apple has released its latest operating system updates for its Apple TV and Apple Watch platforms. According to Apple, tvOS 16.4 contains a new accessibility feature to help those with photosensitive epilepsy, while watchOS 9.4 rectifies an issue where an alarm could get muted while sleeping.

Apple has issued the fourth major update for iOS 16 and iPadOS 16. iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 make several small changes for modern iPhones and iPads, including 21 new emojis. iPadOS 16.4 should also improve the versatility of the Apple Pencil 2 too.

Apple is now thought to issue a potentially important and popular refresh for the AirPods Pro 2 later in 2023. These versions of the TWS earbuds are believed to be the first to ship in a charging case with a USB type-C port instead of a Lightning connector. The rumored accessories may thus act as a prequel for type-C-enabled iPhones on the market this year.

Apple has reportedly held an event during which its inaugural mixed-reality headset had been revealed - however, it was apparently a private launch preview for about one hundred of the OEM's own top executives. Then again, this alleged exclusive sneak peek is billed as a potentially pivotal juncture in the Reality series' development, as it was held in the same venue as that of many of the Cupertino giant's public and ever-popular product launches.

Apple is selling the newest AirPods Pro TWS earbuds for 20% off their retail price at Amazon. The 2nd Generation AirPods Pro have better noise cancellation, improved touch controls, and a more immersive audio experience than the previous generation AirPods Pro.

With yesterday's update, Opera Browser and Opera GX received a set of AI-powered tools. Now in a public testing stage, these features include sidebar access to ChatGPT and ChatSonic, as well as smart AI Prompts, which allow the user to shorten or explain the selected paragraph, word/expression, or entire page/article.

The iOS 16.4 Release Candidate has arrived, within which Apple has included references to a new pair of Beats Studio Buds. Dubbed the Beats Studio Buds+, the earbuds should feature a few changes from the current Beats Studio Buds.

Issues with TSMC's 3 nm node may have forced Apple to adjust the A17 Bionic's performance targets. Initial rumours suggested the figure might be around 20%, but it is likely to be lower now.

Apple's Taptic buttons will be one of the most significant changes between the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro series. New images sourced from leaked CAD files now show what these buttons will look like, including a replacement for Apple's iconic mute switch.

Apple's latest service has debuted as Shop with a Specialist over Video, which consists of a new feature that allows a user to see and consult with a Store retail representative while on the company's official website. The new video chat feature only seems to apply to iPhone sales and in 1 market during its normal opening hours thus far.

It is now possible to access ChatGPT directly from an Apple Watch. The app works in several languages, can answer complex questions and can send responses via email, SMS or social media, among other features.

Apple will debut the A17 Bionic on the iPhone 15 Pro phones later in the year. Alleged Geekbench 6 benchmark numbers of the flagship chipset have now surfaced in the wild, though, indicating about a 20% CPU boost in performance vs the iPhone 14 Pro's A16 Bionic.

The iPhone is doing relatively well in India, having moved about 40% more units year-on-year (YoY) and making over 25% more revenue, according to reports based on the latest figures. They are what may have prompted Apple to confer a dedicated sales division on the country for the first time. Then again, it move is part of a reported re-shuffling of executives within the Cupertino giant.