According to well-known analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple's rumored brand-new Mac notebook model might include a Touch ID fingerprint scanner but not the Touch Bar feature.
Kuo: upcoming low-price MacBook may feature Touch ID, but not Touch Bar
Pushed update resolves Apple Watch signing issue for some apps
On Monday, Apple alerted some developers of a signing issue that's preventing some Apple Watch apps from working correctly. The problem was first reported by MacRumors.
Kuo: 2018 iPhones to continue using Lightning, bundle with 5W slow charge adapter
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today issued a research note to clients in which he outlined some interesting predictions about Apple's upcoming product refreshes. According to the analyst, 2018's iPhones won't ditch Lightning I/O for USB-C like iPad Pros nor will they include a stronger, Power Delivery-compatible power adapter to support the fast charge function.
Kuo: 2018 iPad Pros to ditch Lightning in favor of USB-C, bundle with 18W fast charge adapter
Introduced in September 2012 to replace the aging 30-pin dock connector, Apple's proprietary Lightning port featured on iOS devices might be replaced on this year's iPad Pro models in favor of USB-C, the latest industry standard in connectivity.
Apple Music launches Daily Top 100 charts, now separates studio albums from singles and EPs
Apple's making it easier to find great content on Apple Music. It's now separating an artist's main studio albums from their various singles and EPs. Previously, the material was combined, which made it difficult to find. The change arrives just as Apple's now highlighting the most-streamed songs on the service through newly released "Daily 100" charts.
Apple’s iOS 12 Siri Shortcuts Suggestions won’t work on older devices
Siri Shortcuts Suggestions are set to arrive on iOS 12 in just a few days. However, if you're using an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus, you're out of luck. The new capabilities won't be available for iPhones produced in 2014 or earlier, according to Apple's Craig Federighi (via Reddit).
What to expect (and not expect) at Apple’s ‘Gather round’ event on Sept. 12
I’ve been reporting on Apple through various outlets for over eight years. During that time, I have covered plenty of “special” events like the one we’re about to see this week. Based on my experience, there are things I’ve come to expect from Apple during these events, and things I do not.
Apple’s original video wins its first Emmy for “Carpool Karaoke”
Apple's video streaming plans, which include tons of original productions as well as some licensed content, have received an important industry recognition when the firm's “Carpool Karaoke: The Series” won a Primetime Emmy award on Sunday night.
2018 6.1-inch iPhone could face early supply challenges, higher price point
Over the weekend, serial leaker Ben Geskin posted images purportedly showing dummy units for Apple's upcoming 6.1-inch LCD iPhone. On Monday, Bloomberg reported that the new handset, which might be called the iPhone Xc or iPhone Xr, is likely to face early supply challenges.
How to set up multiple Spark email signatures on iOS and Mac
Learn how to set up multiple email signatures in the Spark email app on your iPhone or Mac and use them based on the email you are composing.
Add custom sounds and haptic feedback to your handset’s physical buttons with Cabello
Having a jailbroken iPhone or iPad means being able to customize it such that it delivers an experience unlike anyone else’s handset, and with a new free jailbreak tweak called Cabello by iOS developer daniel63194, you can do just that.
Cabello compliments your handset’s hardware buttons with customizable effects, such as custom sounds and haptic feedback. Right out of the box, the tweak lets you configure these parameters for the Home button, volume buttons, and the sleep/wake button.
Milan Apple store and iPhone Xs event inspired wallpapers
We are just days away from the upcoming iPhone Xs event, which will be live streamed starting at 10:00AM pacific time, on Wednesday September 12. Apple is preparing to host the announcement in Steve Jobs theater on their Apple Park campus in Cupertino. In preparation, the Apple TV streaming app is updated with a new logo, which inspired this week's Wallpapers of the Week selection. Additionally, download logo wallpapers from the recently opened Milan Apple Store.