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Apple Arcade, Apple’s first gaming subscription service, launched back in 2019. This new subscription service promised a library of over 100 games, some exclusive to Apple Arcade, with no in-app purchases or ads – just awesome games, not attempting to get you to buy anything extra. Plus a bunch of other cool features, like being […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FAQ, #Opinion

Eventually, you’ll want to change your iPhone’s wallpaper to something fresh and new. Some people use their own pictures, but that limits you to what you have in your albums. There are other options, like trying to Google a cool wallpaper of your favorite character or place, or searching a webpage that hosts wallpapers, like […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps

The dust has settled, and now that we know everything there is to know about the AirPods Max, we can determine whether they’re actually worth it or not. Spoiler! For most people, first-generation AirPods Max headphones aren’t the best option. Apple needs to address too many things before these become the best over-ear headphones in […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #Products

The Apple Watch is a game-changer for those who prefer to interact with the watch on their wrist instead of pulling their phone out of their pocket. But, as incredibly useful as the Apple Watch is, you still have to use two hands – one that is wearing the watch and the other to interact […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #AppleWatch, #News

The Apple Watch is arguably the best smartwatch on the market. It’s so good that you’ll wear it all of the time. But, one major drawback to this all-day, everyday wear is dirt. It’s inevitable – your Apple Watch (and the watch band, especially) will get dirty. While you can wipe down your watch with […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #HowTo

While there’s room for reasonable debate as to how well Siri’s voice recognition works in general, there’s been one area where it’s inarguably fallen woefully short, and that’s in adapting to users with speech patterns that aren’t typical, but the good news is that it looks like Apple is putting considerably effort into address this […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Back in early January, Hyundai made a pretty big splash when it revealed that it was in talks with Apple about the possibility of building the Apple Car, and while it was clearly forced to walk that little slip-up back after Apple was none too pleased with the disclosure, multiple reports began corroborating the fact […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleCar

In an interesting twist, Apple has just updated the Apple Store in France to add a new repairability score for each of its products, providing an indication of how easy it is to conduct repairs on them. The move, first reported by French site MacGeneration, comes as a result of new “right to repair” consumer […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to look for workout alternatives since most of us are stuck inside, and Apple took advantage of that situation delivering the best option for Apple users to exercise at home. Apple Fitness+ has been a game-changer in the few months since it’s been out. Not only can you work out […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #News

It was almost seventeen years ago that Apple first debuted “AirTunes” — the technology that would ultimately become what we know today as AirPlay, and while it’s grown in leaps and bounds since those simple, halcyon days of iTunes, it’s lost some of its elegant grassroots simplicity in the process. You see, AirTunes came out as […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Are there no official Apple Stores near you? That may no longer be a problem because Target is doubling Apple’s presence in 17 select stores, effectively creating mini Apple Stores with specialized employee training, larger product assortments, and even enhanced services for Target customers. The new initiative is debuting online on Target’s website and app […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

By now it’s no big secret that Apple is working on building a fully self-driving autonomous electric vehicle — a project that could quite possibly the world’s first, depending on whether Apple can beat its rivals to the punch — but now at least one analyst is weighing in how that could be a much bigger deal […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleCar, #News

By now there’s absolutely no doubt that Apple will release yet another new iPhone model later this year — you can pretty much mark your calendar by Apple’s annual iPhone release events — but what’s obviously much less clear is what we can expect from Apple’s newest iPhone model. After all, each year Apple packs more and […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery

From the very first day it was launched back in 2015, one of the big things that differentiated Apple Music from its competition was the fact that it was solely a paid service. While rivals like Spotify offer up their music for free, making their premium subscriptions an option, Apple clearly wanted everyone to know […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

We’ve been hearing reports of Apple working on some pretty big redesigns for its lineup of Mac computers, from its MacBooks to the venerable desktop iMac, and now it’s looking like Apple may be making one even bolder move than we first expected, bringing colour to its desktop computers for the first time in well […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #Rumors

Starting with iOS 14, Apple requires developers to reveal all of the personal data an app can collect. These App Privacy labels may be shocking to users who will be made aware that their iPhone is being used to mine data for advertising and other purposes. Not surprisingly, Google is a principal offender. When Apple […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Earlier this month, North Dakota attempted to introduction legislation that would have required Apple to allow third-party app stores and in-app payment systems on its iOS devices within that state. While that bill was ultimately shot down, it looks like it was only the first in what’s shaping up to becoming a multi-pronged approach to […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Users have been heaping praise on Apple’s new M1 Mac lineup. All three models boast outstanding speed and performance thanks to Apple’s new ARM-based silicon. The M1 Macs have been in the wild for a few months, and it appears that the honeymoon period is over. A new report from PC Gamer hints at some potentially troubling issues with […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #Rumors

Don’t pay the full retail price because you simply don’t have to. It’s a great time to save money on Apple devices – for example, the stainless steel GPS + Cellular Apple Watch Series 4 deal keeps getting better, which is now $515 off up from $509 off last week. And the Intel-based 1TB 16-inch […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Deals

It’s never too early to start planning your summer barbecue. Grab a new grill and begin preparing for months of outdoor cooking – but not just any old grill.. Now, grill manufacturer Traeger is here to make your grilling cooler and easier than ever, thanks to an Apple Watch app that’ll interface with these compatible […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #News

Although it may not provide the fastest 5G network on paper, iPhone 12 users on T-Mobile can rejoice in the fact that the carrier is now offering the first truly unlimited 5G plan in the U.S. It sounds too good to be true, but not only does T-Mobile’s new Magenta MAX smartphone plan offer unlimited […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Last month we heard a promising report that one of the most popular streaming services on the planet was working on adding Spatial Audio support for users of Apple’s AirPods. Unfortunately for Netflix fans, however, it now looks like that may have been a false start. The report back in January claimed to come from […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Last fall, Apple brought its extremely powerful new M1 chip to its MacBook Air lineup and the entry-level MacBook Pro, but it’s also become apparent that the company has much bigger things in store for this year, from even more insanely powerful Apple Silicon to some major redesigns. In fact, it’s becoming apparent that Apple […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #Rumors

As COVID continues to spread, companies are looking for ways to make testing and vaccination easier for the public. Rather than work alone, this pandemic is bringing together the most unusual collaborators. In the latest effort, tech companies like Apple, medical companies like Gauss, and retailers like Kroger are working to offer a rapid, at-home […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech

Even though Apple works very hard to make sure that the iPhone and iPad are some of the most secure consumer devices on the planet, it’s a constant cat-and-mouse game as hackers always find new loopholes and exploits to get into the iOS operating system in unanticipated ways. Now, however, it looks like Apple is […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Many Apple Watch users have long wished that watchOS offered more flexibility when it comes to things like adjusting to their routines, but although Apple has made some attempts to leverage AI in things like the Siri watch face, it’s generally never really offered any advanced scheduling options. However, what Apple has done is given […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo

Numerous rumours over the past several months have suggested that a refreshed model of Apple’s AirPods are coming sometime this year, and most are pointing to a release date that’s sooner rather than later, with the possibility that they could land as soon as next month. Now another new series of leaked images are giving […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

When you think about gaming on a computer, you rarely think of a Mac. Let’s face it; Macs typically aren’t the best platforms for gaming. Whether we like it or not, PC computers are better for gaming because of how they’re built, gaming-specific innovations and accessories, plus how easy they are to customize. Still, that doesn’t mean […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #Gallery

When Apple finally released the AirPods Max, we were excited to see the amazing build quality and the variety of available colors. But there was something that shocked the world, even more than the AirPods Max’s somewhat elevated price. We’re talking about the case. Apple’s Smart Case for the AirPods Max may have been as […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #Gallery

Whether it’s via Wi-Fi or cellular data, you can log into the digital world from nearly anywhere, which makes it easy to kill time from your iPhone. That being said, there may be times when you can’t (or don’t want to) connect to the internet. Maybe you’re about to catch a flight, or there’s a […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #Gallery

Apple fans may want to mark their calendars for March 16th. According to the Korean website Economic Daily News, the Cupertino company is planning a virtual press event to take the wraps off of a handful of new devices. On tap for an unveiling are a handful of new products, including new iPad Pro models, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPad, #Rumors

Have you ever taken a video and wished you could take a picture at the same time? If you are an iPhone owner, you are in luck. Your phone can already do it. And you don’t need to purchase any fancy recording software, either. The Camera app in iOS is already capable. Read on to […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo, #iPhone

Remember those PC versus Mac commercials from way back? It’s always been Windows versus Mac in the war for the desktop, but that is not the case anymore. Now, another desktop operating system has surpassed macOS to become the second most popular desktop OS in the world. Which operating system finally ousted macOS in 2020? […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #News

Researchers at Toronto’s University Health Network have just found a potentially life-saving application for the new Blood Oxygen sensor on the Apple Watch Series 6: detecting the early signs of worsening heart failure. In a new clinical study announced this week, UHN will be teaming up with Apple under the leadership of renowned cardiologist Dr. […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

It looks like Apple has upped the ante in its ongoing fight against scam apps in the App Store, with the review team now specifically hunting down apps that charge prices for in-app subscriptions that are considered unreasonable. As we highlighted earlier this month, one of the most common methods that scammers use to try […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

When Apple debuted its new MagSafe accessory ecosystem for the iPhone 12 last fall, it came with a handful of the kinds of accessories that you’d mostly expect, but now it looks like Apple is working on a fairly significant addition to its lineup of first-party MagSafe accessories. While there’s been some speculation for months […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

Think the Oculus Quest 2 is good? Just wait until you see what Apple has up its sleeves. It’s virtually a fact at this point that the Cupertino company is working on augmented reality and virtual reality devices behind closed doors. The latest rumors suggest the company is developing a high-end virtual headset that could […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

We fully expect Apple to hold a traditional March event this year – but it’s an interesting time for product announcements, to say the least. Many devices that were delayed due to 2020’s circumstances could finally surface, while other expected products may still be delayed due to production issues. Continue reading to browse what we’d […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #Rumors

There’s no doubt that Apple is a company that plays the long game when it comes to products and technologies. After all, we’ve been hearing about the Apple Car since 2014, and it’s still not likely to see the light of day until the latter half of this new decade. However, it’s not just big […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

The next big iOS 14 point release is shaping up to be pretty exciting, with 217 new emojis, mask-aware Face ID unlocking, default music services, and even traffic incident reporting, but it looks like that’s not all that’s coming, as the second beta of iOS 14.5 just introduced yet another new Apple Music feature that […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

With its glass and polished metallic design, there’s little doubt that the iPhone is one of the most elegant smartphone designs out there, but unfortunately that also comes with the cost of reduced durability and potentially expensive repairs when things break. Although professional drop tests have concluded that the iPhone 12 is the most durable […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

When they first debuted, 3D printers were cost-prohibitive. That was then, but this is now. Now, 3D printing is affordable, with full-fledged printers available for less than $250. Many people are hesitant to purchase a printer because they don’t see a need for one. They may soon change their mind when they realize all the […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #HowTo

Apple last year introduced its first round of Macs equipped with its own silicon. Developers are not the only ones updating their apps and rewriting them for Apple’s latest hardware – hackers also are adapting their malware to take advantage of the ARM-based architecture of these new M1 Macs. And they are doing it quickly […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #News

If you missed last week’s deals, you may be disheartened to find Amazon’s $100 discount on the Apple Watch Series 5 is no longer available. Other deals have fallen by the wayside as well – so if you find a deal you like, be sure to snag it before it disappears. Not all is lost, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Deals

Even though Spotify has twice as many paying subscribers as Apple Music, it seems that Apple still puts more money into the pockets of songwriters and music publishers than its rival does, with a new report revealing that Apple has just paid out more royalties than any other single streaming service. According to The Mechanical […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Although numerous antitrust investigations have been brewing over Apple’s allegedly “monopolistic” App Store policies, it wasn’t until last week that we heard that at least one group of lawmakers had actually begun to consider legislation that could have barred Apple from forcing developers to sell their iPhone and iPad apps exclusively on its App Store. […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

We’ve already heard several reports that suggest that the iPhone 12 has become the most popular 5G smartphone on the planet, but now a new report has shed some light as to exactly which model is the most popular, and you may be surprised by the news it offers. As a whole, the 6.1-inch iPhone […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

An unprecedented spell of winter weather is hitting Texas, leaving people without power and cellular service. It’s not just one carrier that is experiencing outages. All three major wireless carriers, Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile have a large number of complaints from people who are without service. Here’s what each carrier has said about the challenges it faces in […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech

Today Apple pushed out the second beta of iOS 14.5 to developers, also revealing that the latest new batch of emojis will finally be arriving for everyone with the public release of iOS 14.5 in a few weeks. While we’ve known about this batch of 217 emojis since last September, when the Unicode Consortium — […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

Although rumours of Apple working on a folding iPhone have been swirling for years, they’ve gained a fair bit of steam over the past few months as credible reports have begun to reveal that Apple is now in the process of actually testing and prototyping several possible designs. Now, however, a somewhat dubious new analyst […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #Rumors