Apple News and iPhone Rumors Blog

We can all agree that as great as Apple’s Magic Mouse is, it’s far from perfect. Yes, it looks awesome, and it feels even better in your hand at first, but it’s not the best product Apple has ever made. Starting with the fact that, due to its size, it’s pretty hard to work with […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #FastTech

Apple’s made some incredible changes to its MacBooks. Your battery life is probably top-notch if you have a more modern M1 MacBook. With that said, batteries tend to age and become less efficient over time. There’s nothing we can do about that right now; it’s just part rechargeable battery tech. However, we can do a […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #HowTo, #Mac

People buy the Apple Watch and use it as an extension to their mobile phones – but the Apple Watch can do so much more than just check text messages and track steps. It can become a trusted travel companion or an insurance policy against being late. Continue reading to browse five unique ways you can use your Apple […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #Gallery, #HowTo

On August 30, 2021, Apple announced the purchase of a classical music streaming app called Primephonic. The company stated that it planned to bring all of the features to Apple Music “in the coming months” and that existing Primephonic users would be able to use Apple Music for free for six months as Primephonic was […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleMusic, #iOS16, #Rumors

The Apple Watch SE is one of the most popular products in the Apple Watch lineup. It looks almost exactly like the Series 7, is much cheaper, and meets the needs of the average user. But I’ve heard from people familiar with the matter that Apple is planning to unveil a new Apple Watch SE […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #Exclusive, #Rumors

This week Apple quietly released a firmware update for its AirTags that will make it easier for unsuspecting folks to find out when an unwelcome AirTag may be nearby. Apple has recently been working more diligently to improve AirTag’s anti-stalking features as a result of a lot of negative attention that the small tags have […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirTag, #News

As electric vehicles gain popularity among consumers around the world, some institutions are throwing their hats into the ring as well. One recent example is Dallas County, Texas. Just last week, the Dallas County Commissioners Court authorized the purchase of three Tesla Model 3 EVs for law enforcement use. According to a briefing given to […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech, #News

Despite rumors of a camera-equipped Facebook Watch on the horizon, cameras on smartwatches haven’t really taken off yet — and the Apple Watch is no exception. Although there have been some indications that Apple has thought about ways it could add a camera to the Apple Watch, there’s been no word at all that Apple […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #AppleWatch, #News

As part of this week’s launch of Apple’s new Self Service Repair Program, the iPhone maker has created a new series of repair manuals — and you can download them free of charge. While these manuals are designed to be used in tandem with parts and tools ordered from Apple’s Self Service Repair Store, you don’t […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo, #iPhone

Although by all reports, this year’s “iPhone 14” models are supposed to come in (mostly) the same sizes as their iPhone 13 predecessors, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be able to upgrade without buying a new case as well. A new series of 3D-printed “iPhone 14” mockups shared by Japanese site Mac Otakara (Google […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FAQ, #iPhone, #iPhone14, #Rumors

We’re so happy to have you back for another exhilarating round of Best Apple Deals! If you’re hoping to save money on new MacBooks, iPhones, AirPods, and more – you’re in luck. Check out some great Apple deals below. [Prices may change at any time. Discounts were accurate at the time of writing.] Microsoft Office […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Deals, #News

There’s an argument to be made that our gadgets may be getting too smart for their own good, and few places are these problems more apparent than the iPhone’s autocorrect feature. If you’ve had the feeling that autocorrect seems to have gotten worse over the past few years, you’re not alone. Apple has slowly been […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

Apple is making good on last year’s promise to begin selling parts and tools for at-home iPhone repairs with today’s launch of its new Self Service Repair program. Starting today, customers in the United States will be able to download free repair manuals and purchase genuine Apple parts and tools through a new Self Service […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

This week, Apple released the third beta of iOS 15.5 to developers. While most of what’s in there lines up with what we’ve already seen, code hidden within the latest beta shows that Apple has set some new limits on which of your photos get used in automatically-generated “Memories” in the Photos app. What Are […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iOS15, #News

Unless you live in a plastic bubble, the chances are that your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro will quickly accumulate smudges, dirt, and debris. This can impact even the most conscientious MacBook owners — the sort of folks who wash their hands thoroughly before they get anywhere near their keyboard and never touch their screen. Most […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #HowTo, #Mac

In what appears to be an effort to clean up the App Store, Apple has sent out notifications to several developers, advising them that their older apps are about to be removed from the App Store due to a lack of recent updates. Titled “App Improvement Notice,” the email tells the developers in question that […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #News

Apple has announced a free repair program for Apple Watch owners who have suddenly found themselves staring at a blank screen through no fault of their own. According to a recent Apple Support article, a small number of 40mm Apple Watch Series 6 devices have an issue that could cause the screen to go blank […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #AppleWatchSeries6, #News

This is one of the most common questions I’ve received since writing about how the new codec Apple is working on could greatly improve future AirPods, especially the sound. So I want to tell you what this codec will be, how it’ll improve the sound of the AirPods, and when it’ll be available. Let’s get […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirPods, #Exclusive, #Rumors

Twitter’s Board of Directors has just agreed to sell the social media service to Elon Musk for a whopping $44 billion — an amount that would make it one of the largest corporate buyouts in history. However, there are still several more hurdles to be cleared before Musk officially takes ownership of Twitter. With today’s unanimous […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech, #News

Apple has been dabbling in satellite communication networks for years, and it looks like we may soon see a payoff from all of its efforts. Reports from last summer claimed that the iPhone 13 was getting the hardware needed for satellite connectivity. While that never materialized — and it’s not even clear if the hardware […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #AppleWatchSeries8, #Rumors

In addition to the other changes to Apple Cash that are coming in iOS 15.5, it appears that Apple is also quietly switching payment networks. Since its inception in 2017, Apple Cash (originally known as “Apple Pay Cash”) has relied on the Discover network to handle payment processing. However, as of this week, all new […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #ApplePay, #News

This year it looks like Apple is preparing to differentiate its “Pro” iPhone models even more than it has in the past. This could include even more significant camera improvements and even different processors on the higher-end models. Since the iPhone 11 Pro ushered in the era of “Pro” iPhone models, Apple has distinguished its […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #iPhone14, #Rumors

Apple’s constantly working on new projects to deliver to its fans every year – whether it’s refreshes to old products or completely new tech that we never expected. And this time, Apple might be working on something big that’s going to change the way we see and use virtual and augmented reality.  Even though there is […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

The Find My app has proven to be a lifesaver at this point. Having the ability to find all of your tech is in seconds is nothing short of awesome, especially if you’re not that good at keeping track of your stuff. What’s more, thanks to the Find My app, you can get a notification […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News, #Products

There’s a good chance that watchOS 9 will finally introduce a Low Power Mode to the Apple Watch, reducing the amount of power used by some apps and features to help you get the most out of the battery on your Apple Watch. When (and if) that comes, it will likely turn out to be […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #Gallery, #HowTo

Criminals have discovered that Apple Pay is one of the easiest ways to use stolen credit card information, thanks to the ease of duping unsuspecting customers into handing over their confirmation codes. According to a new report from Vice, criminals are using the convenience and relative anonymity of Apple Pay as a shield to “go […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #ApplePay, #News

It’s becoming abundantly clear why Apple is canceling the 5.4-inch iPhone mini this year, as the diminutive iPhone model continues to generate abysmal sales figures. Despite the popularity of the original 2016 iPhone SE, which many attributed to its smaller size, Apple didn’t offer a modern replacement for that model until 2020. However, when the […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #iPhone13, #News

Many of you have asked me whether or not I recommend the MagSafe Wallet, after I mentioned a while back that I bought one for myself. I’ll cut right to the chase – I don’t think it’s worth the $59 MSRP Apple is charging. I had the wallet for a few months, but I returned […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #FAQ, #Reviews

According to people connected to the matter, Apple could announce four Macs at WWDC – although it’s not clear whether Apple will announce all four or not. Either way, I’ll introduce them to you. Mac Pro Apple has been working on the Mac Pro for some time now; the company even teased it at its […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Exclusive, #Mac, #Rumors, #WWDC

iPadOS is something Apple really needs to work on. The iPad probably has the best hardware of any tablet on the market, but its software causes some serious bottlenecks. I find it unacceptable that an iPad with an M1 chip can’t edit video professionally because Final Cut isn’t available for this operating system –and that’s […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Exclusive, #Rumors, #WWDC

We’re so happy to have you back for another exhilarating round of Best Apple Deals! If you’re hoping to save money on new MacBooks, iPhones, AirPods, and more – you’re in luck. Check out some great Apple deals below. [Prices may change at any time. Discounts were accurate at the time of writing.] Microsoft Office […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Deals, #News

The Worldwide Developers Conference is probably my favorite Apple event – I use every single operating system Apple makes, so it’s really exciting to see what new features Apple announces. But there’s another advantage, too. Thanks to betas, I can test those features as soon as they’re announced, instead of waiting weeks for a whole […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iOS16, #iPhone, #Rumors, #WWDC

Following its introduction in the United States last year, Apple is making its new Communication Safety in Messages feature available in four more English-speaking countries. The new expansion was first reported by The Guardian, which noted that it was coming to users in the U.K.; however, Apple has since confirmed that it’s also rolling out […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iOS15, #iPhone, #News

One of the great things about Apple’s Fitness+ service is how actively the company has expanded and diversified it in a very short time. Now it’s doing that again with a whole new collection of energetic workouts to celebrate next week’s International Dance Day. Since its launch a little over a year ago, Apple Fitness+ […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleFitness+, #News

It may surprise you to know that Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack actually includes upgradeable firmware, but it does — and Apple has just released an update that boosts the MagSafe Battery Pack’s charging speeds. While not everyone is a fan of Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack, it offers several advantages over other magnetically-attached packs that make […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

In a rare case of a tech product actually appreciating in value, it seems that Apple’s now-discontinued HomePod speakers are now selling on sites like eBay for well above their original asking prices. A little over a year ago, Apple discontinued the HomePod in a move that surprised many people. It seemingly came out of […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HomePod, #News

In late 2020, Apple’s decision to remove the charger and EarPods from its iPhone packaging was met with some controversy among customers – but it was taken very seriously by Brazilian regulators, who decided that move was downright illegal. A few weeks after the iPhone 12 lineup came along with its thinner packaging, Brazil’s consumer […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

It looks like Apple has partnered with at least one payment network to roll out enhanced fraud protection measures in Apple Pay. Although Apple has offered Advanced Fraud Protection for the Apple Card since the beginning, it appears that this is now expanding to encompass at least some Visa payment cards. We noticed it pop […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #ApplePay, #FAQ, #News

Today Apple released the second beta of iOS 15.5 to developers, and those who have jumped right in have already discovered an interesting new detail. When the first beta of iOS 15.5 appeared two weeks ago, several developers found details of a new “Apple Account Card” hidden within the code, and now the second beta […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FAQ, #iOS15, #News

If a new supply chain report is accurate, this year’s “iPhone 14” lineup could be getting the most significant front-facing camera improvements we’ve seen in years. Even though the iPhone’s main camera systems have received some nice upgrades with each new model over the past few years, the front TrueDepth camera has remained identical since […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #Rumors

Gas prices have been skyrocketing due to some of the tumultuous world events of the past few weeks and more. However, the good news is there are still lots of ways you can get the best bang for your buck when filling up your vehicle. Whether that’s looking for the best prices, avoiding long lineups […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #Gallery

When Apple launched its first mini-LED iPad Pro last year, it not only surprised consumers with the stunning new screen technology, but it seems it also took the display industry by storm. Apple called its new iPad Pro display the “Liquid Retina XDR” and drew favorable comparisons to its $5,000 Pro Display XDR. It wasn’t […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

Now that Apple has made its first big foray into sports with Friday Night Baseball it looks like it may finally be ready to tackle the NFL. Apple has been in talks with the NFL on and off for at least six years, but for the most part, its ambitions to score NFL games for […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV+, #Rumors

Although Apple’s Shot on iPhone challenge has always showcased the fantastic things that the iPhone camera system is capable of, this time around, Apple has thrown a twist into the challenge to reveal some even more incredible photography. The Shot on iPhone challenges have been held since the days of the iPhone 6 to demonstrate […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery

With the “iPhone 14” design reportedly locked down, accessory makers are trying to get a head start by building mockups and molds to begin preparing their case lineups to fit this year’s iPhone models. Once third-party companies start making these, some photos will inevitably leak out. That’s precisely what’s happened again with Apple’s “iPhone 14” […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #iPhone14, #Rumors

Someday, MagSafe could be used for everything from linking up with in-car systems to authenticating to your iPhone — and a new patent application shows that Apple is hard at work on taking MagSafe to the next level. It shouldn’t be all that surprising that Apple’s plans for MagSafe go beyond just attaching cases, stands, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #Rumors

Last year, iOS 15 introduced the ability to add Digital Keys to your iPhone’s Wallet app to use your iPhone to get into your home, office, car, or even hotel room. Of course, the problem with technology like this is that Apple can only build the foundation — other companies have to get on board to […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

If you’re giving planning on selling, giving away, or even just returning a set of AirPods, there’s one extra thing you’ll need to take to avoid creating a headache for the next owner. You’re probably already aware that the iPhone, iPad, and Mac all include an Activation Lock feature to help discourage theft, but what […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirPods, #HowTo

It’s time to admit that it’s hard to see our iPhone’s screen without glasses. Despite screen sizes becoming bigger every few years, the text size seems to pretty much remain the same – but many of us don’t like wearing glasses when we’re just playing around with our iPhones, especially when we’re relaxing or lying […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo, #iPad, #iPhone

Unfortunately, scams are a dime a dozen these days. Thanks to the internet, many people are using it to try to scam and attack people to make money or extract personal information. A very common way of attacking victims is through social engineering scams. It may sound a bit technical, but it’s actually a pretty […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo, #News