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Although it will be at least a year before we see Apple’s stunning CarPlay 2.0 improvements arrive in new vehicles, iOS 16 is still delivering some nice enhancements for existing CarPlay systems. One subtler but more valuable way that Apple is improving CarPlay is by embracing two essential categories of apps: “Fueling” and “driving task” […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #CarPlay, #News

Hi everyone. A few days ago, 52audio posted a couple of renders of what they think will be the AirPods Pro 2.  52audio is very reliable when it comes to these things. In fact, they correctly predicted the AirPods 3 design. I believe these renders are real, and our sources do too, but this is by far the least Apple-like […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirPods, #Rumors

The arrival of Apple’s new M2-equipped 13-inch MacBook Pro landing in stores officially marks the arrival of the second generation of Apple Silicon. It’s also the first Apple Silicon Mac to be re-released with a newer chip. Since the 2020 M1 MacBook Pro and the 2022 M2 MacBook Pro are so obviously similar in design […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #News

Hi everyone. Today I want to talk about a new Apple TV that Apple is working on right now. Actually, Apple is working on two different models – but, today I want to talk about one of them, as I am still collecting and verifying some information about the other model. Let’s get down to […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #News

If you’ve been waiting to get your hands on Apple’s new MacBook Air, you won’t have to wait much longer. If the reports we’ve heard are accurate, Apple’s next M2-powered MacBook will go on sale in retail stores on July 15. These dates come from a retail source that spoke with the folks at MacRumors. […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Mac, #Rumors

According to a recent report from Taiwanese industry publication DigiTimes, Apple is said to have contacted TSMC to discuss manufacturing a 3nm M2 Pro chip. The report added that TSMC plans to start manufacturing in the second half of 2022. I assume that there might be some delays due to the current situation, but if there […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Exclusive, #Mac, #Rumors

It looks like Apple’s efforts to show Qualcomm the door may have hit a pretty serious roadblock. A reliable new report suggests that next year’s ‘iPhone 15’ will still pack some version of a Qualcomm modem chip after Apple’s efforts to get its own ready have reportedly “failed.” Reports of Apple’s work on its own […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #Rumors

If you recently switched from a Windows computer to a Mac, you’ve probably noticed that things are quite the same. Sure, you can do anything you did on Windows with your Mac, but there are also some extra features you can master to make the most out of your Mac. Whether it’s taking screenshots, mastering […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #Mac, #News

Face ID and Touch ID are great ways to keep the information on your iPhone secure without the hassle of keying in a passcode every time you pick it up. However, there may be times and situations where they’re not the best ways to keep your information secure. Fortunately, Apple has provided a couple of […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

Apple’s strategy of focusing on quality programming for Apple TV+ may be paying off, but it still lags behind the competition when it comes to being an indispensable streaming service. Fintech company Self set out to determine which streaming service offers the best value for the money, undertaking an analysis of the content on Netflix, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #News

If you’ve been struggling to figure out Apple’s home strategy over the past few years, you’re not alone. Many believe that’s simply because the company doesn’t really have one. However, there’s plenty of evidence that it’s working hard to figure it out. Still, it’s been a wild ride and an often confusing mess. In 2020, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #HomePod, #Rumors

Whether watching YouTube videos or accessing email, nearly everyone uses Google in one form or another. You probably want to keep your account secure regardless of how you use Google. You wouldn’t want anyone gaining access to your private emails or personal files. You can try to monitor your accounts and look daily for changes […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech, #HowTo

A judge from the International Trade Commission has ruled that the Apple Watch possibly infringes on ECG technology patents owned by health technology company AliveCor. If upheld, the decision could ban the Apple watch from being sold in the United States. AliveCor is perhaps best known for KardiaBand, an Apple Watch accessory capable of taking […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #News

Today I have some exciting news to share with you. I recently learned from my sources that Apple plans to launch all iPhone 15 models with USB-C. Earlier this month, I had reported that only the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max would launch with this connector, while the iPhone 15 and iPhone […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Exclusive, #iPhone, #iPhone15, #Rumors

In today’s day and age, you probably carry your iPhone with you at all times.  Don’t worry; you’re not the only one. Our iPhones have become a staple part of our lives, and we use them for everything. That’s why it’s so hard when we lose our iPhones, or worse, someone steals them.  Unfortunately, these […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News

Despite how many cool new features Apple adds to the Apple Watch, the company’s wearable was made with one goal in mind: To help you live a healthier life. The Apple Watch does that by helping keep track of many different metrics, including your heart, the noise around you, and even your sleep. There’s no […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleFitness+, #AppleWatch, #Gallery, #News

Sadly, it looks like T-Mobile has just officially gotten into the game of tracking and selling information on its mobile customers — in this case, the apps you use and how much time you spend using them. The program is called App Insights and is not entirely new. T-Mobile began rolling it out as a […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech, #News

Ever since Apple finally brought its faster 120Hz ProMotion display technology to the iPhone 13 Pro last year, many have been wondering where it will pop up next. Some recent reports have pointed to Apple’s next-generation iPad mini, but a display analyst is telling us otherwise. According to Ross Young, who’s known to have his […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPad, #Rumors

A new spyware app targeting iPhones and Android smartphones is making a case for why Apple’s centrally controlled app ecosystem is a good idea. Earlier this month, researchers at Lookout Threat Lab identified a new Android spyware app dubbed Hermit that had been making the rounds in Kazakhstan. This was reportedly “enterprise-grade Android surveillance” undertaken […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #News

We keep hearing so many reports about how AirTags can be used for sinister purposes that it’s easy to forget how useful they are for the purpose Apple actually designed them for: helping you find your stuff. Apple doesn’t condone the use of AirTags for locating stolen property, likely due to the risks of people […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirTag, #News

Sometimes a technology product reaches a point where there aren’t too many places left for it to go. Either it does everything it needs to do, or technology hasn’t caught up to allow it to do the things we’d like it to. Such is the case with the Apple Watch. Looking back over the past […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #AppleWatchSeries8, #Rumors

A U.K. woman may have inadvertently stumbled upon why it might be a good idea for Apple to leave the stems on the next-generation AirPods Pro. An outspoken TV presenter in the U.K. recently mistook one of her AirPods for a vitamin, swallowing it as she was taking her daily dose of pills. It’s not […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirPods, #News

Facebook has just given its fans one less reason to consider buying an Apple TV. Over the weekend, the social media giant appears to have quietly discontinued Facebook Watch, its tvOS app for viewing Facebook videos and live streams on the Apple TV. Facebook Watch was a popular way for Apple TV users to check […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #News

The newest MacBooks may not be the only place we see Apple’s new M2 chip make an appearance. Rumour has it that this will be the brains behind Apple’s much-rumored mixed-reality headset. We began hearing that the headset would be powered by some form of Apple Silicon early last year; around the same time, it […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleSilicon, #Rumors

Over the next year, Apple is expected to launch the most significant rollout of new products in the company’s history. Sources say this will go beyond the typical fall iPhone, iPad, and Mac lineups, breaking new ground as Apple accelerates its plans for Apple Silicon Macs. One of the most interesting products that could come […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

If you’ve been out of the iPhone game for a while, but your current one is either failing to perform, or you’re bored with it, you’ll want to learn more about what Apple’s offering these days. Don’t worry, that’s what we’re here for. So read on to learn what the current iPhone is, what are […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #iPhone13, #News

AppleTV+ is one of many options in the highly-competitive online streaming market. The video-on-demand service stands out among the crowd because it relies primarily on original programming instead of licensed content. It’s also relatively affordable, with a $4.99 monthly price tag. To grow its subscriber base, Apple is partnering with various companies and retailers to […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #Gallery, #HowTo, #News

Siri can easily help you set reminders, search for stuff online, or open apps without even touching your iPhone. But what’s cooler is Siri’s sense of humor. Ever since Siri was released, iPhone users have used one of the most powerful virtual assistants to ask silly and funny questions. The best part is that Siri […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo, #iPhone

It happens to everyone at least once. You fire up an audiobook before a long trip or get a playlist ready for a lengthy run. As soon as you press play, your AirPods die. Suddenly and without warning, they are out of battery. Apple’s AirPods have one glaring omission. There isn’t a true battery status […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirPods, #Gallery, #HowTo

Sometimes it feels like the iPhone can do anything, even without using your hands. Thanks to Siri and other accessibility features, you can control many features on an iPhone without even touching it. Of course, that’s not always a good thing. Take the following trick, for instance. A TikToker shared a new way to unlock […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HowTo, #iPhone

We’re still a bit far from the official iPadOS 16 release to the public. Chances are, we’re going to see its full version available near the end of the year. But because of how many great features are coming to iPadOS 16, we really can’t wait. Apple’s making the iPad look and feel less like […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #iPad, #News

Rumors of Apple’s “done deal” with the NFL may have been premature, as it looks like the rights to the league’s Sunday Ticket could still be anybody’s game. In April, Matthew Belloni of Puck reported insiders telling him the deal was “Apple’s to lose,” with some even suggesting everything’s done and Apple has simply been […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #Rumors

Although Apple has offered public betas for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac for years, it’s been a bit slower at including some of its other devices. However, this may be the year it finally brings the HomePod into the fold. The Apple TV didn’t come to Apple’s public beta program until a year after it opened, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #HomePod, #News

The next entry in Apple’s AirPods Pro lineup may include quite a list of exciting enhancements if there’s any truth to the latest report on Apple’s progress. Rumors of Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro have been making the rounds for over a year. Many expected Apple would release this successor to the 2019 AirPods Pro last […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AirPods, #Rumors

It’s become a fascinating hobby in recent years to dig through Apple’s early betas, looking for clues to new and unreleased hardware products. That’s how Apple’s plans for AirTags first came to light three years ago, and even today we’re still seeing hints of Apple’s upcoming AR/VR headset. Of course, not everything that can be […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleTV, #Rumors

Hi everyone. As some of you may know, I Tweeted yesterday that Apple’s September event was going to be pretty interesting: A lot of people were talking about new products like the AirPods Pro 2 or the new Mac Pro, but the reason for my Tweet wasn’t about any product, but about the event itself. […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Rumors

Hi everyone, today I want to talk about what’s coming out this year for the iPad. I’ve never covered this topic as thoroughly as I will today. I had a lot of conflicting information that just wasn’t enough to write a proper story like this. However, I’ve been doing a lot of research in the […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Exclusive, #iPad, #Rumors

Apple has officially kicked off its annual Back to School Promotion. As predicted earlier this week, this year, the company has switched back to offering gift cards with eligible educational purchases rather than tossing in a set of Beats or AirPods. Of course, you can still use your Apple Gift card to buy Beats or […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News

It looks like Apple has snuck in a small price increase for students taking advantage of its discounted Apple Music plan. As discovered by app developer Michael Burkhardt, Apple is now charging $5.99/month for its Student plan in the U.S. — a $1 increase over the previous price of $4.99. Apple has yet to officially announce […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleMusic, #News

Some Amazon Prime benefits are obvious. You probably know about the 2-day shipping, and few people are going to be surprised that it comes with access to Amazon Prime Video and the latest episodes of The Boys, as well as Amazon Prime music options. But Amazon has bundled a lot into its standard Prime service, […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Apps, #News

If you’re reading this, you probably know how great the iPhone can be. Its many great features and advantages made the iPhone 13 lineup one of the best in the market. But as it turns out, we’re not the only one who thinks about it that way.  A recent report from Counterpoint Research shows that […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iPhone, #News, #Products

In addition to plans to crack down on password sharing, Netflix is ramping up its efforts to bring advertising to the streaming platform to help draw in new subscribers. Company executives have been hinting at introducing an ad-supported subscription tier for a few months now. However, the timeline for this only came into focus a […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #FastTech, #News

The ability to edit and unsend iMessages could be one of the most exciting features coming to iOS 16, perhaps second only to the cool new customizable Lock Screens. Unfortunately, as we noted shortly after the first iOS 16 beta hit, this feature comes with a pretty big asterisk: It won’t work unless the other […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iOS15, #iOS16, #News

This week Apple released a series of second developer betas for its major iOS updates. While watchOS 9 beta 2 isn’t quite as exciting as its iOS 16 counterpart, it introduces a small tweak that should interest users of older Apple Watch models. This year, watchOS 9 dropped support for the Apple Watch Series 3 — […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #AppleWatch, #News, #watchOS, #watchOS9

Welcome back for another exciting round of Best Apple Deals; we missed you! Don’t get too amped up for Mac deals, though – if you’re in the market for a new MacBook Pro, you can expect to pay full price (or even more). However, it’s not all doom and gloom! There are great deals on […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Deals, #News

Whether you have a Kindle or you like reading on your iPhone or iPad, there’s no doubt that reading digital books is a blessing in disguise. You can take hundreds of books with you without breaking a sweat or taking up any space from your bag. Of course, it’s got its drawbacks. The first one […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Gallery, #News

Apple has now officially started to talk about “Matter” home automation and how Matter is going to revolutionize the Home app, with plenty of upcoming changes to how you control your smart home devices. But Apple users may have a common reaction to this news: “Wait, what’s Matter?” The confusion is understandable. Matter is a […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #Accessories, #FAQ, #iOS16, #News

Apple’s M2 devices are arriving, and more are expected later in the year, along with new versions of the iPhone, and the Apple Watch, among others. If the news makes you excited to buy a new Apple device, you may be looking for a way to drop the price down to more manageable levels – especially if […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #ApplePay, #FAQ

Almost right on its usual two-week schedule, Apple has released the second beta of iOS 16 to developers. While it’s still very early in the iOS 16 beta cycle, the second beta refines Apple’s next major iPhone software release and introduces many other small but exciting enhancements. Of course, the big tentpole features of iOS […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #iOS16, #News

Last year Apple took us by surprise when it announced support for custom email domains in iOS 15. Now, it looks like it’s prepared to take that to the next level in iOS 16 by letting iCloud+ users purchase a new domain right from their iPhone or iPad. Custom email domain support was quietly introduced […] View on iDropNews - Apple Rumors #News