New swim-tracking features are reportedly coming to the Apple Watch
It’s unclear whether mysterious new swim-tracking features being developed would be available on older models as well or be exclusive to the upcoming Apple Watch Series 7.
Mark Gurman
Apple Watch Explorer Edition with a rugged casing may launch in 2021 or 2022
An Apple Watch featuring a rugged casing would be aimed at athletes, hikers and others who use the wearable device in more extreme environments.
Apple may be working on a MagSafe battery pack for the latest iPhone 12 series
Other MagSafe accessories are reportedly being considered internally at Apple, including an in-car attachment.
Apple is bringing Face ID and integrated cellular support to the Mac platform
Although the company has developed underlying support for these two features, they are not ready for prime time as neither feature appears to be coming soon.
Apple is reportedly considering a larger 15-inch MacBook Air
The company won’t be moving forward with that project for the next MacBook Air update, however, but a larger Air could still launch in 2022 or beyond.
A MacBook Air redesign with MagSafe and next-gen M1 chip is in the works
Apple’s most popular computer will bring back the beloved magnetic power connector and feature a pair of USB 4 ports for connecting external devices.
Bloomberg: New AirPods, AirPods Pro and HomePod models are in the works
Both the third-generation AirPods and the second-generation AirPods Pro earbuds are in the works, in addition to a new HomePod that sits in size between the original full-sized speaker and the new, smaller HomePod mini model.
Apple seeks tax breaks from the US government to support domestic chip production
The alleged move is the strongest indication to date that the iPhone maker is keen to move more of its supply chain to the United States.
Bloomberg: New Apple TV with faster chips and upgraded remote won’t ship until 2021
Apple’s also working on a Find My-like feature for a redesigned remote that would make the accessory easier to find.
Bloomberg: Multiple Apple One subscription bundles due in October alongside iPhone 12
Apple is reportedly readying not one but “a series of bundles” that combine Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple News, fitness and other media services for a lower monthly price.
Bloomberg details how Jony Ive urged Apple to change course on AR/VR wearable development
Casting light on Apple’s AR/VR development, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman paints a picture of a company that has redirected huge resources to a potentially risky project.
Bloomberg: Essential Apple Park employees returning to work beginning June 15
The initial return is very limited in scope because most of Apple Park’s remote workers won’t be going back for several months, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
