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OpenAI Brings ChatGPT to CarPlay for Hands-Free Voice Conversations‎

OpenAI has updated ChatGPT with support for CarPlay, which means ‌CarPlay‌ users can now ask ChatGPT questions and make requests directly from their vehicle dashboard. Apple began allowing third-party voice-based conversational apps to interface with ‌CarPlay‌ in iOS 26.4, but apps need to implement the feature and get a special entitlement from Apple. For the ChatGPT app and other apps that implement ‌CarPlay‌ support, voice has to be the primary method of interaction. Apple says that chatbot apps should not show text or imagery in response to queries. Apple has a voice control template that apps are required to use. Apps have to display the voice control screen while voice-based services are active, and apps are able to have up to four action buttons. To use ChatGPT with ‌CarPlay‌, an iPhone running iOS 26.4 or later is required. ‌CarPlay‌ has supported third-party apps for years, but Apple limits the types of apps that are available to cut down on driver distractions. Apple has a list of allowed app categories, which includes audio apps, communication apps, EV charging apps, and navigation apps. ChatGPT integration will let users ask questions hands-free, but the chatbot is not able to control vehicle or iPhone functions. There is no wake word, so users will need to open the ChatGPT app to use it.Related Roundup: CarPlayTags: ChatGPT, OpenAIRelated Forum: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "OpenAI Brings ChatGPT to CarPlay for Hands-Free Voice Conversations" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Employee Gifts, Plans Finale Concert at Apple Park‎

Apple is providing employees with a special gift in honor of its 50th anniversary, which takes place on Wednesday, April 1. Employees will receive a commemorative t-shirt, enamel pin, and limited-edition poster, all of which have the scribble-style rainbow Apple logo that Apple has been using for its 50th anniversary artwork. An Apple Park sign says that products are "crafted by hand" and are available for employees to pick up until April 30. 50 Years of Thinking Different pic.twitter.com/jxx9gkzkE4— 有没有搞措 (@L0vetodream) March 31, 2026 Apple 50th Anniversary employee gifts!Each employee gets a 50th T-shirt, limited edition poster and enamel pin! pic.twitter.com/EpvT9no3Yh— Mr. Macintosh (@ClassicII_MrMac) March 31, 2026 Apple kicked off its 50th anniversary celebrations in March, and has been hosting concerts and Today at Apple events around the world. There was an Alicia Keys concert in New York, a Li Yuchun performance in Chengdu, a Mumford & Sons concert in London, a meetup with professional figure skater Elladj Baldé in Vancouver, a light show with music composed by Bailey Pickles in Sydney, and more. Apple plans to wrap up its 50th anniversary party with a special finale performance at its ‌Apple Park‌ campus for employees. The musical guest hasn't yet been announced, but rumors suggest that it will be Paul McCartney.Tag: Apple 50th AnniversaryThis article, "Apple Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Employee Gifts, Plans Finale Concert at Apple Park" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Max 2‎

Just ahead of the launch of the AirPods Max 2, Apple has released new firmware for the headphones. The updated firmware is version number 8E251. The ‌AirPods Max 2‌ include the H2 chip, an upgrade over the H1. The H2 brings several new features like Live Translation, Adaptive Audio, Loud Sound Reduction, Voice Isolation, and more. The new firmware likely optimizes some of these new features. Customers who buy the ‌AirPods Max 2‌ can follow Apple's steps to get the new firmware. To get the new firmware, make sure your AirPods are in range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and are connected via Bluetooth. From there, connect the Apple device to Wi-Fi, then connect the AirPods Max to power with a USB-C cable. Keep the AirPods Max in Bluetooth range of the Apple device, and wait at least 30 minutes for the firmware to update. From there, reconnect the AirPods to the Apple device, and check the firmware version to see if it's updated. Apple says if the firmware doesn't install, to restart the AirPods Max and try again.Related Roundup: AirPods Max 2Buyer's Guide: AirPods Max (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Max 2" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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AirTag 1 Hits All-Time Low Price on Amazon With 4-Pack at $59.99‎

Apple's first-generation AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $59.99 this week on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Overall, this is an all-time low price on the AirTag 4-pack. This model has been fluctuating in and out of stock on Amazon for the past few days, so be sure to grab it soon if you're interested. $39 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $59.99 Apple recently debuted the all-new AirTag, featuring longer range for tracking items and a louder speaker. We haven't tracked any notable discounts on the new second generation models as of yet, so anyone who wants to save money should keep looking into the original models. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "AirTag 1 Hits All-Time Low Price on Amazon With 4-Pack at $59.99" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Says Three More Products Are Now 'Vintage' or 'Obsolete'‎

Apple today added the MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) to its "vintage" products list, meaning the device is now only eligible for repairs at Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers if parts remain available. The MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) was the final MacBook Air model released before Apple redesigned the laptop and gave it a Retina display in 2018. Apple also added all iPad mini 4 and Apple TV (32GB) configurations to its "obsolete" products list, meaning those devices are no longer eligible for service whatsoever. iPad mini 4 launched in 2015, and it was discontinued in 2019. Apple TV HD was first released in 2015 and discontinued in October 2022, when the third-generation Apple TV 4K launched. However, only Apple TV HD units with 32GB of storage are considered obsolete for now. A "vintage" device was last distributed by Apple for sale more than five years ago, while for "obsolete" that timeframe rises to seven years.Related Roundups: Apple TV, iPad mini, MacBook AirTag: Vintage and Obsolete Apple ProductsBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), iPad Mini (Caution), MacBook Air (Buy Now)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, iPad, MacBook AirThis article, "Apple Says Three More Products Are Now 'Vintage' or 'Obsolete'" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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iOS 27 Siri Update Will Let Users Make Multiple Requests at Once‎

The updated version of Siri that Apple plans to release in iOS 27 may be able to handle multiple commands in a single query, reports Bloomberg. With the feature, users would be able to make multi-step requests that ‌Siri‌ would carry out, such as getting directions to a location and then sending those directions to someone in a message. ‌Siri‌ has long been limited to a single command for most requests, and the personal assistant is not able to parse queries with multiple components. ‌Siri‌ can answer follow-up questions without being activated via wake word, but the requests still need to be separate. The ability to handle multiple requests will be part of the Apple Intelligence update that Apple has been working on since June 2024. ‌Siri‌ will have more personal context than before, will understand what's on the user's screen, and will be able to do more in and between apps. ‌Siri‌ will be able to access the web to summarize information, a feature that Apple could call World Knowledge Answers, and it may gain image generation capabilities with Image Playground integration. Apple is also testing an updated version of the keyboard that would integrate AI. The keyboard could suggest grammar fixes and alternative words in addition to fixing typos, but Apple hasn't decided on whether to include it in ‌iOS 27‌. Apple plans to turn ‌Siri‌ into a chatbot that can compete with Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini. Chatbots have no problem parsing natural language requests with multiple variables and actions that need to be completed. Apple is designing a standalone ‌Siri‌ app for chatbot interactions, but the personal assistant will be deeply integrated into iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. The updated version of ‌Siri‌ will be part of ‌iOS 27‌, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27, software updates that Apple plans to preview at WWDC. WWDC 2026 begins on June 8 with a keynote event. There's no word on whether the ‌Siri‌ features will be immediately available when Apple provides the first beta of ‌iOS 27‌ to developers, or if it will take some time for the updates to roll out. Apple is planning to introduce the smarter version of ‌Siri‌ by September, but that doesn't mean that some features can't be held until an ‌iOS 27‌ update next spring. As with some of the initial ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features, the new ‌Siri‌ capabilities will likely have a "Preview" label, indicating they are not finished.Related Roundup: iOS 27Tag: SiriThis article, "iOS 27 Siri Update Will Let Users Make Multiple Requests at Once" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Iran Reportedly Warns Apple is Among Potential Targets‎

In a Telegram post today, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that Apple is among a list of major American companies that the country may target amid its ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, according to CBS News. The report said the Telegram post listed 18 companies that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps views as "legitimate targets," including Apple, Microsoft, Google, Meta, IBM, Cisco, Tesla, Boeing, Nvidia, J.P Morgan, and others. The post accused the companies of acting as "spies" for the U.S. government, the report said.This article, "Iran Reportedly Warns Apple is Among Potential Targets" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Studio Display 2022 vs. Studio Display 2026 Buyer's Guide‎

Apple updated the Studio Display earlier this month, four years after the original launched. Here's how it compares to the original model. The new model keeps the same $1,599 starting price, 27-inch 5K panel, and overall design, but brings a handful of small internal improvements: a newer chip, upgraded Thunderbolt connectivity, Desk View camera support, and improved bass. The display itself, a 60Hz LCD panel with 600 nits of brightness, is unchanged. Our guide helps you to understand the differences between the two models, and answer the question of which of these two Studio Displays is best for you and whether it's worth upgrading. Here is everything that differs between the 2022 and 2026 Studio Display: ‌Studio Display‌ (2022) ‌Studio Display‌ (2026) A13 Bionic chip A19 chip 4GB RAM 8GB RAM 64GB internal storage 128GB internal storage One Thunderbolt 3 port (upstream, 96W host charging) Two Thunderbolt 5 ports (one upstream with 96W host charging, one downstream for accessories or daisy-chaining) Three USB-C ports Two USB-C ports 12MP Center Stage camera 12MP Center Stage camera with Desk View support Six-speaker sound system Six-speaker sound system with 30% deeper bass Standard Thunderbolt cable included Thunderbolt 5 Pro cable (1m) included Compatible with Intel and Apple silicon Macs Requires Apple silicon Mac (2020 or later) For existing 2022 ‌Studio Display‌ owners, there is no general-purpose reason to upgrade. The panel is identical, the pass-through charging is the same 96W, and the practical day-to-day experience in front of both screens is the same. The Thunderbolt 5 ports are the only change that meaningfully affect how the display is used, and only if you need high-bandwidth peripherals or daisy-chaining. For everyone else, the update is not worth the cost of replacement. Studio Display vs. Studio Display XDR Buyer's Guide For new buyers, the picture is a little more nuanced. At the same $1,599 starting price, the 2026 model is the obvious choice; it is simply the better-specified display for the same money and may last longer. However, the 2022 ‌Studio Display‌ has been discontinued and stock is available at a discount from third-party retailers. Given how little changed between the two generations, the older model at a sufficiently lower price is a good purchase for most buyers, particularly if you have no need for Thunderbolt 5 or Desk View. The display panel itself is identical. The compatibility constraint is also worth bearing in mind: The 2026 model requires an Apple silicon Mac, while the 2022 model works with Intel machines too. Apple stopped selling Intel Macs in 2023, so this will only affect a narrowing group, but it is a hard limitation if it applies to you.Related Roundup: Studio DisplayBuyer's Guide: Displays (Buy Now)Related Forum: Mac AccessoriesThis article, "Studio Display 2022 vs. Studio Display 2026 Buyer's Guide" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Don't Like Your Gmail Email Address? You Can Finally Change It‎

Google today announced that you can finally change the Google Account email address that you use for Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Photos, Google Drive, and more, but this ability is only rolling out to U.S. accounts for now. The company did not indicate if or when this functionality will be available in other countries. You can switch to any available @gmail.com address, and your previous address will become an alias, ensuring that you retain ownership of your original email address. You can still sign in and send and receive emails with both addresses. You can change your Google Account's email address once per year, up to three times total, and Google says all emails and other account data and history are preserved. If you change your mind, you can revert to your old email address. This new ability will be especially useful for longtime Gmail users who may have chosen a casual email address when they were younger. For example, maybe 13-year-old you signed up for sk8erboi2006@gmail.com, but as an adult you would prefer to have a more professional johnsmith@gmail.com address. It was already possible to set up other email addresses as aliases in Gmail, but now you can change your account's main email address entirely. Google provides more details in a support document.Tags: Gmail, GoogleThis article, "Don't Like Your Gmail Email Address? You Can Finally Change It" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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New Apple Studio Display Gets $100 Discounts During Amazon's Big Spring Sale‎

Apple just launched the new line of Studio Displays this month, and Amazon already has a few $100 discounts on select models during its Big Spring Sale. You can get the Standard Glass Studio Display with Tilt-Adjustable Stand for $1,499.00, down from $1,599.00, an all-time low price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Additionally, we're tracking $100 discounts on a few other 2026 Studio Display models on Amazon this week, including Nano-Texture, VESA Mount, and Tilt- and Height-Adjustable Stand options. Some models are seeing delivery dates slip into late April, but otherwise you'll find April 6 dates for free delivery options. $100 OFFApple Studio Display (Standard/Tilt) for $1,499.00 $100 OFFApple Studio Display (Standard/VESA) for $1,499.00 $100 OFFApple Studio Display (Nano-Texture/VESA) for $1,799.00 $100 OFFApple Studio Display (Standard/Tilt and Height) for $1,899.00 Additionally, Amazon has the Studio Display XDR (Standard Glass with VESA Mount) on sale at $100 off this week. You can get this model for $3,199.00, down from $3,299.00, another new record low price. $100 OFFApple Studio Display XDR (Standard/VESA) for $3,199.00 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "New Apple Studio Display Gets $100 Discounts During Amazon's Big Spring Sale" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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