DisplayBuddy for Mac updated with widgets and overhauled presets
DisplayBuddy is a useful tool that lets users adjust the brightness of third-party external displays directly from macOS. Following an update last year that introduced presets and a new interface, DisplayBuddy is getting another update – this time.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: March 7, 2024 – 20-inch MacBook foldable, introducing 9to5Mac Daily Plus
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Introducing 9to.....»»
TikTok fate remains in peril as House panel votes to advance ban bill
The idea of outright banning TikTok in the United States has been debated in Washington for several years now. The possibility is all the more likely today as lawmakers in the House of Representatives have voted to advance a TikTok ban bill. mor.....»»
Satechi’s new USB-C Multiport Adapter 8K V3 has all the ports your M3 MacBook Air needs
Satechi is upgrading one of its more tried and true USB-C hubs today. The new USB-C Multiport Adapter 8K V3 debuts with much of the same design as before, just with some improvements for Apple’s latest Macs. A slew of 10Gb/s USB-C slows, passthroug.....»»
Hands-on: Logitech MX Brio 4K webcam – How does it compare to the MacBook camera?
Logitech this week introduced the new Logitech MX Brio 4K webcam, which is the first webcam in the Masters “MX” series. With a larger sensor and AI-based features, the MX Brio promises to deliver exceptional image quality for a webcam of its size.....»»
Apple working on a ‘user-friendly’ way to transfer data from iPhone to Android
Switching from one platform to another is never easy, but in some cases, it can be harder than it needs to be. But, in response to the EU’s DMA, Apple has confirmed it is working on a “user-friendly” way to transfer data from an iPhone to an An.....»»
M3 MacBook Air, iOS 17.4 released, Apple TV+ content catalog
Benjamin and Chance analyze what’s new in the just-announced M3 MacBook Air and praise the MacBook Air lineup as it stands today, iOS 17.4 brings a whole host of changes to comply with the EU Digital Markets Act, and Apple TV+ launches a limited ti.....»»
macOS 14.4 brings 50+ security fixes, iOS 17.4 patch list expands to over 40
We learned with the public launch of iOS 17.4 that Apple included fixes for two exploited vulnerabilities and two other security issues. Now with the arrival of macOS 14.4, there are over 50 security patches and the list of security fixes for iOS 17......»»
Apple releases macOS Sonoma 14.4, watchOS 10.4, and more
In addition to iOS 17.4 and visionOS 1.1 this week, Apple has updated the Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod. Today’s release includes macOS Sonoma 14.4, tvOS 17.4, watchOS 10.4, and the HomePod 17.4 software update. more….....»»
visionOS 1.1 update for Apple Vision Pro now available with MDM support, improved Persona, more
Apple has released visionOS 1.1 for all users. The Apple Vision Pro software update features a number of changes that should be welcome to early owners. more….....»»
PayPal now offers Tap to Pay on iPhone for Venmo and Zettle customers in the US
PayPal on Thursday announced that it is bringing Tap to Pay on iPhone to its business customers through the Venmo and PayPal Zettle platforms in the US. With Tap to Pay on iPhone, vendors can use an iPhone to accept contactless payments, whether with.....»»
Apple planning default navigation app setting in iOS 18 for EU users
Happy Digital Markets Act Day to those who celebrate. Apple has published a document titled “Apple’s Non-Confidential Summary of DMA Compliance Report” in which it outlines policy changes now in effect. In the new 12-page document, Apple outlin.....»»
Apple clarifies how long users can travel outside of the EU before sideloaded apps stop updating
iOS 17.4 introduces support for alternative app stores (alternative app marketplaces) in the European Union, in compliance with the Digital Markets Act. Apple explained earlier this week how these features are made available, based on the Apple I.....»»
Apple Watch Series 9 cellular deals take $227 off, Apple Pencil 2 $79, Sonos Era 300 at $359, more
If spring weather has you thinking it’s time to upgrade to Apple’s latest and greatest, today’s $227 discounts on cellular Apple Watch Series 9 stainless steel styles is hear to answer the call. These deals come joined by Apple Pencil 2 at $79,.....»»
Pok Pok Montessori-inspired iOS app launches interactive ‘Shapes’ toy
A new toy has landed for the fantastic Montessori-inspired iOS app Pok Pok. “Shapes” helps kids with fine motor skills, problem-solving, imagination, confidence, and more. more….....»»
Friday Night Baseball returning to Apple TV+, but no Immersive Video for Vision Pro
Friday Night Baseball is returning to Apple TV+ on March 29. This marks the third Major League Baseball season with Apple streaming two MLB games each week. But don’t expect Immersive Video for Apple Vision Pro this season. more….....»»
M3 MacBook Air reviews: midnight fingerprints, dual display limits, fanless M3 performance
Apple surprised us on Monday morning with the introduction of the . It can now drive two external monitors while the lid is closed, the midnight color should be less prone to fingerprints, and both the 13- and 15-inch sizes are available from day one.....»»
Eight ways AI accessibility features could turbo-boost the Apple experience
Disability campaigner Colin Hughes has described eight ways that AI accessibility features could turbo-boost the experience of using Apple products this year. Hughes – who is quadriplegic, and previously shared with us the ways in which Apple te.....»»
LastPass suffers worldwide outage causing site 404 error
Update: LastPass told 9to5Mac that a product release caused the outage. Details below. It’s not just you. LastPass, the popular password manager used by over 33 million people, suffered from widespread downtime this morning. It only appeared to.....»»
Apple TV+ blockbuster movies lost $150M at the box office, but still profitable
Many in the entertainment business have questioned the wisdom of the huge spends on Apple TV+ blockbuster movies, suggesting that the company is prioritizing vanity over commercial sense. But a new report suggests that the three latest ones have p.....»»