ניווט נגישות
כתבות אחרונות מאתר 'MacRumors'
MacRumors

Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware‎

Apple today released new beta firmware for the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, AirPods 5, and AirPods Max 2. The firmware has a build number of 9B5043a and is rolling out for developers. There's no word on what's included in the firmware update because Apple doesn't offer notes for AirPods beta releases. When the AirPods are connected to an iPhone, iPad, or Mac running iOS 26, iPadOS 26, or macOS 26 or later, there is a beta firmware option that can be accessed in the AirPods settings interface. Toggling on beta updates allows users to install the beta firmware. Firmware updates can then be downloaded by connecting the AirPods to an Apple device and connecting them to power. It can take a few hours for new firmware to be installed because there is no software update option like there is for other Apple devices.Related Roundup: AirPods 5Buyer's Guide: AirPods (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

21:35
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

Apple Releases Fourth iOS 27.2 Beta‎

Apple today seeded the fourth beta of an upcoming iOS 27.2 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming a week after Apple released the third iOS 27.2 beta. Apple also seeded a new iPadOS 27.2 beta. Registered developers can download the beta updates by opting in under Settings > General > Software Update and selecting the iOS 27 developer beta. iOS 27.2 includes Apple's redesigned Health app with new Insight and Longevity tabs. It also brings Siri AI in new languages. There are several other new features, with details available 4re5 our features guide. Apple releasing an iOS 27.2 beta ahead of a iOS 27.1 beta was surprise because the company plans to ship the iPhone Duo with iOS 27.1, but it likely wants to keep some of the iPhone Duo features hidden for longer. The ‌iPhone Duo‌ will launch on October 23. Apple previously said the new ‌Siri‌ AI languages in iOS 27.2 would be available in October, so it's likely iOS 27.2 will come shortly after the ‌iPhone Duo‌'s release date. iOS 27.2 is also required for the new HomeView.Related Roundups: iOS 27, iPadOS 27Related Forum: iOS 27This article, "Apple Releases Fourth iOS 27.2 Beta" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

21:35
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

Apple Seeds Fourth macOS Golden Gate 27.2 Beta to Developers‎

Apple is testing the next macOS Golden Gate update, and developers can download the fourth ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ 27.2 beta. The fourth beta comes a week after Apple released the third beta. Registered developers can download ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ 27.2 by opening up the System Settings app, clicking on General, selecting Software Update, and opting into ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ betas. ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ 27.2 introduces Siri AI in new languages and includes new brightness and volume sliders. We're expecting ‌macOS Golden Gate‌ 27.2 to launch toward the end of October. Related Roundup: macOS Golden GateRelated Forum: macOS Golden GateThis article, "Apple Seeds Fourth macOS Golden Gate 27.2 Beta to Developers" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

21:35
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.2 Betas‎

Alongside new betas of iOS 27.2, iPadOS 27.2, and macOS Golden Gate 27.2, Apple has released the fourth betas of watchOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.2. The betas come a week after Apple released the third betas, but there is no tvOS 27.2 beta 4 yet. Registered developers can download the betas through the Settings app on each device. With iOS 27.2 and watchOS 27.2, Apple is testing the new Health app that it showed off during its September iPhone event. The updated Health app has new Insights and Longevity tabs with a readiness score that uses information from the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models. There's no word on what's being added in visionOS 27.2 and tvOS 27.2, but Apple the fourth-generation Apple TV that Apple released today includes support for Siri AI features.Related Roundups: Apple Vision Pro, watchOS 26, watchOS 27Buyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Neutral)Related Forums: Apple Vision Pro, Apple WatchThis article, "Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 27.2 and visionOS 27.2 Betas" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

21:35
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

Anker and Jackery Offer Prime Day Encore Discounts on Power Stations‎

Anker and Jackery have introduced big discounts across their most popular portable power stations, with many deals that match - or beat - the prices we saw during Prime Day. We're tracking Anker's best deals at both its own website and on Amazon, while Jackery's discounts can be found on the retailer's website. Anker SOLIX Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Jackery and Anker. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Anker's SOLIX brand is hosting a Prime Day Encore Sale with deals price matched from Prime Day, free gifts, and more. This sale is focused on Anker's high-end SOLIX portable power stations, with options that range from 1-2 days of backup to 3-5 days of backup. UP TO 38% OFFAnker SOLIX Prime Day Encore For cheaper options, Amazon has notable markdowns on lower-cost SOLIX batteries, like the popular SOLIX C300 Portable Power Station with Lantern for $199.99 ($50 off). If you're shopping on Anker's website, be sure to make your purchases before October 14, when the sale ends. SOLIX C300 with Lantern - $199.99, down from $249.99 SOLIX C200 with Solar Panel - $229.99, down from $259.99 SOLIX C300 with Solar Panel - $269.99, down from $319.99 SOLIX C1000 with Car Charging Cable - $469.99, down from $599.99 SOLIX S2000 - $649.98, down from $1,199.00 SOLIX C1000 with Alternator Charger - $918.99, down from $1,398.00 SOLIX C2000 Gen 2 - $999.99, down from $1,499.00 SOLIX F3000 - $1,398.99, down from $1,699.00 Jackery Over on Jackery's website, you'll find up to 65% off a wide array of portable power stations, solar generators, add-on batteries, and more. This is another Prime Day encore event, and is set to run through October 14. UP TO 65% OFFJackery Prime Day Encore Explorer 300D - $209.00, down from $249.00 Explorer 2000 v2 - $899.00, down from $999.00 Battery Pack 2000 Plus - $799.00, down from $1,399.00 Battery Pack 3600 - $1,349.00, down from $1,499.00 HomePower 3000 Solar Generator - $1,349.00, down from $1,499.00 Explorer 2000 v2 + Dual 200W Solar Panels - $1,399.00, down from $1,639.00 HomePower 3000 Solar Generator + Dual 200W Solar Panels - $1,799.00, down from $2,139.00 HomePower 3600 Plus Solar Generator - $2,154.00, down from $2,729.00 Explorer 5000 Plus - $4,234.00, down from $5,159.00 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 as we head into the holidays? You can 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, "Anker and Jackery Offer Prime Day Encore Discounts on Power Stations" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

20:31
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

New Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote Have These 14 New Features‎

The new Apple TV 4K and updated Siri Remote unveiled today have quite a few new features, as outlined in our all-in-one summary below. Here are 11 changes coming with the new Apple TV: A19 chip, for up to 50% faster CPU performance and up to twice as fast graphics performance compared to the previous model with the A15 chip. 8GB of RAM is very likely, up from 4GB of RAM in the previous model. However, this spec still needs to be confirmed. Siri AI support, with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad required for questions involving a user's personal context. Siri AI will also be available on the second-generation and third-generation Apple TV 4K models released in 2021 and 2022 on tvOS 27.2 and later, according to Apple. Three built-in far-field microphones for hands-free Siri AI voice control, but you can continue to use the Siri Remote if you prefer. Surround sound functionality with four HomePods — either four HomePod mini 2 speakers or matching front and rear pairs of HomePod mini 2 and full-sized HomePod 2 speakers. All previous models remain limited to two HomePods. Wi-Fi 7 support, up from Wi-Fi 6 for the previous model. Bluetooth 6 support, up from Bluetooth 5 for the previous model. AV1 and VP9 video support. There is now only a single 128GB configuration with an Ethernet port. The previous model also had a 64GB/Wi-Fi-only model. The white status light has been centered on the front edge of the Apple TV 4K. The new model is around 1% heavier than the previous model. (Hey, it counts). Here are three changes coming with the new Siri Remote: Find My and Precision Finding support, making it easier to find the remote if it is misplaced. Precision Finding support for the Siri Remote requires an iPhone 17 or newer (excluding the iPhone 17e), iPhone Air, or iPhone Duo. A built-in speaker that can play a sound to help you locate it. The new remote is around 6% heavier than the previous version. The new Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote can both be pre-ordered starting today and launch Friday, November 13. In the U.S., the new Apple TV is priced at $299 and includes the new Siri Remote. The updated remote is also available separately for $59 and is compatible with all Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD models released since 2015.Related Roundup: Apple TVTags: Siri, Siri RemoteBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple TV and Home TheaterThis article, "New Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote Have These 14 New Features" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

20:31
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

HomeView Runs Third-Party Apps From Your iPhone or iPad‎

The new Apple HomeView comes preinstalled with a selection of Apple apps, such as Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, Apple News, Calendar, FaceTime, and Messages, but it will also support third-party audio and video apps. Apple did not create an App Store for the HomeView, so there is no on-device way to download apps. It instead uses a CarPlay-like system where third-party apps will be displayed when the HomeView is connected to a compatible iPhone or iPad. Audio apps made for CarPlay like Spotify and Audible will also work on the HomeView, and developers will be able to extend HomeView support to existing iOS video apps. Up to six people in a household can use HomeView, and it tells users apart by voice and through the camera built into the front of the device. Each user's apps and personal information will be shown only when the person is enrolled and authenticated. Apple says users need to be recognized by the camera and have a paired and recently unlocked iPhone or ‌iPad‌ near the HomeView for it to display compatible third-party iOS apps and information from apps like Messages and Calendar. Shared photo albums and music can be accessed by anyone in the home, including guests. Guests will not be able to see personal information due to the authentication requirement. HomeView is priced at $299 and is available for pre-order now. It will launch on November 13.Related Roundup: Apple HomeViewBuyer's Guide: HomeView (Buy Now)Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "HomeView Runs Third-Party Apps From Your iPhone or iPad" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

20:05
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

RIP, homeOS‎

MacRumors was first to reveal the name "HomeView" last week, after discovering a trademark filing from a secretive shell company that we correctly suspected was linked to Apple. Apple was likely behind a "homeOS" trademark filing as well, but the company ultimately decided to stick with generic "HomeView software" naming, just like it refers to the HomePod's operating system as "HomePod software." For example, the device will ship with "HomeView software version 27.2."Related Roundup: Apple HomeViewTag: homeOSBuyer's Guide: HomeView (Buy Now)Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "RIP, homeOS" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

19:42
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

New Apple TV 4K Supports Surround Sound via Four HomePods‎

As was rumored prior to today's announcements, the new Apple TV 4K can connect to up to four HomePods in front-left, front-right, rear-left, and rear-right positions, enabling an all-Apple surround sound system for home theater setups. You can connect four of the new HomePod mini 2 speakers to the new Apple TV 4K, or you can mix and match pairs of HomePod mini 2 and full-sized HomePod 2 speakers, so long as the front and rear pairs of speakers match. For example, you can have two full-sized HomePod 2 speakers up front and two HomePod mini 2 speakers in the rear. Apple is relying on computational audio. The company says the four HomePods and the new Apple TV 4K can "intelligently recognize each speaker's position in the room, so audio timing and levels are automatically calibrated to the space." All previous Apple TV 4K models remain limited to two HomePods for stereo sound. The new Apple TV 4K is available to pre-order starting today and launches Friday, November 13. In the U.S., pricing is set at $299, with only a single configuration with 128GB of storage, Wi-Fi 7 support, and an Ethernet port available.Related Roundups: Apple TV, HomePod, HomePod miniBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Buy Now), HomePod (Caution), HomePod Mini (Buy Now)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "New Apple TV 4K Supports Surround Sound via Four HomePods" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

19:32
תפריט כתבה
MacRumors

Apple Says HomePod Mini 2 Won't Support Siri AI Right Away‎

Siri AI support on the new HomePod mini 2 will be "available later" as part of a "future software update," according to Apple. In other words, do not expect Siri AI to be available on the speaker when it launches on Friday, October 30. Siri AI on the HomePod mini 2 will require an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone or iPad for requests involving personal context.Related Roundup: HomePod miniTags: HomePod Mini 2, SiriBuyer's Guide: HomePod Mini (Buy Now)Related Forum: HomePod, HomeView, CarPlay – Home & Auto TechThis article, "Apple Says HomePod Mini 2 Won't Support Siri AI Right Away" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

19:14
תפריט כתבה
דיווח על כתבה זו הסתרת כתבות מאתר זה המשך קריאה באתר המקור