Apple has released a new build of the fourth beta of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to developers for testing. The new build number is 22A5316k. iOS beta gives you an early preview of upcoming apps, features, and technologies. Please back up your iPhone before you install the beta. The fourth beta added new CarPlay wallpapers, a new Controls Menu toggle in Camera > Preserve, a redesigned Hidden folder in App Library, synced light mode and dark mode icons, and more. Spotlight Deal: New 13-inch M2 iPad Air On Sale for $99.01 Off [Lowest Price Ever] Share Article: Facebook,  Twitter, &nbs ..read more

Apple's new 13-inch iPad Air model with M2 is on sale for $99.01 off today. That brings its price down from $799 to just $699.99, its lowest price ever! Featuring a faster CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine in M2, the new iPad Air offers even more performance and is an incredibly powerful device for artificial intelligence. The front-facing Ultra Wide 12MP camera with Center Stage is now located along the landscape edge of iPad Air, which is perfect for video calls. It also includes faster Wi-Fi, and cellular models include super-fast 5G, so users can stay connected on the go. Share Article ..read more

Apple fell to sixth place in the Chinese smartphone in Q2 2024, according to a new report from Canalys. That comes as the Chinese market experienced 10% year over year growth in the second quarter, with shipments exceeding 70 million units. The top spot was taken by vivo who increased shipments 15% to capture 19% of the market. OPPO followed in second, HONOR took third, Huawei came in fourth, and Xiaomi landed in fifth. Apple's shipments fell 2% year over year to give it a market share of 14%. Canalys notes this is the first time all top five positions have been held by domestic vendors. v ..read more

Apple has agreed to follow a set of voluntary safety and security standards for artificial intelligence (AI) put forward by President Biden's administration, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The administration announced Friday that the technology giant is joining the ranks of OpenAI Inc., Amazon.com Inc., Alphabet Inc., Meta Platforms Inc., Microsoft Corp. and others in committing to test their AI systems for any discriminatory tendencies, security flaws or national security risks. Here are some of the standards outlined in Biden's executive order on AI back in October 2023 ..read more

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage is on sale for $200 off today. That drops its price from $1499 to just $1299! With M3, MacBook Air is up to 60 percent faster than the model with the M1 chip and up to 13x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Air. And with a faster and more efficient Neural Engine in M3, MacBook Air continues to be the world's best consumer laptop for AI. The 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air both feature a strikingly thin and light design, up to 18 hours of battery life, a stunning Liquid Retina display, and new capabilities ..read more

A new Disney+, Hulu, Max streaming bundle is now available from Disney Entertainment and Warner Bros. Discovery. The premium offering brings the three streaming services together all through a single monthly subscription, providing a wide selection of content from popular brands in entertainment including ABC, CNN, DC, Discovery, Disney, Food Network, FX, HBO, HGTV, Hulu, Marvel, Pixar, Searchlight, Star Wars, Warner Bros., and many more. Spotlight Deal: Apple 13-inch M3 MacBook Air (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) On Sale for $200 Off! [Deal] Share Article: Facebook,  Twitter,  Linke ..read more

Apple has announced that Leagues Cup, the first in-season club tournament in North America across all men's professional sports, begins tomorrow, July 26, on MLS Season Pass. The World Cup-style, monthlong tournament features all 47 clubs from Major League Soccer and Mexico's Liga MX. All clubs pause their regular seasons to participate in the tournament, which concludes with the top three teams receiving automatic bids to the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup. Leagues Cup includes 77 matches in stadiums across the U.S. and Canada, and fans in more than 100 countries and regions can enjoy al ..read more

You can get a single Apple AirTag for just $23.99 today! That's $5.01 off its regular price of $29 each. If haven't tried AirTag yet, and don't want to commit to a four pack, this is a great opportunity to grab one at a good price. However, if you love AirTag, the four pack is also on sale today for $84.99, down from $99. AirTag is an easy way to keep track of your stuff. Attach one to your keys, slip another one in your backpack. And just like that, they're on your radar in the Find My app. AirTag has your back. Share Article: Facebook,  Twitter,  LinkedIn,  Reddit, &n ..read more

Katie Skinner, Apple's User Privacy Engineering Manager, and Sandy Parakilas, Apple's Privacy Product Marketing Lead, discuss the company's commitment to user privacy in an interview hosted by Andru Edwards at Apple Park. I went to Apple Park to get the answers to some of the most pressing questions about privacy, security, and how Apple integrates these elements into every product. As Apple often says, privacy is a fundamental human right, and this video will give you an understanding of how that stance impacts you as an everyday user. A few key highlights include: Spotlight Deal: Si ..read more

Apple has announced the launch of Apple Maps on the web in beta, allow users around the world to access Maps directly in their browser. Now, users can get driving and walking directions; find great places and useful information including photos, hours, ratings, and reviews; take actions like ordering food directly from the Maps place card; and browse curated Guides to discover places to eat, shop, and explore in cities around the world. Additional features, including Look Around, will be available in the coming months. All developers, including those using MapKit JS, can also link out to M ..read more