Joe Rossignol

Joe joined MacRumors in January 2015, and is now a Senior Reporter. Based out of Stoney Creek, Canada, he has been writing about Apple since 2008, with a focus on breaking news coverage.

Joe Rossignol's Articles

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watchOS 9 Expands QuickType Keyboard Feature to Apple Watch Series 7

Tuesday June 7, 2022 10:13 am PDT by
Apple Watch Series 7 models feature larger displays compared to previous models, which allowed Apple to include a full on-screen keyboard that is exclusive to the Series 7. And now, watchOS 9 takes the keyboard a step further with a convenient new feature. As noted by tech analyst Brahm Shank, watchOS 9 expands QuickType to the Apple Watch Series 7, providing users with suggested words above ...
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What's New in tvOS 16 for Apple TV: Features and Enhancements

Tuesday June 7, 2022 8:26 am PDT by
While the Apple TV was an afterthought during the WWDC 2022 keynote, there is indeed a new tvOS 16 update for all Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K models, with the first beta released to developers for testing yesterday. Below, we've rounded up several new features and enhancements coming in the software update. An overview of new tvOS 16 features for Apple TV:Cross-device connectivity: Apple...
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macOS Ventura Introduces Support for Popular Racing Wheels and Pedals on Mac

Tuesday June 7, 2022 7:04 am PDT by
macOS Ventura features newly added support for some of the most popular racing wheels, pedals, and shifters for use in racing games on the Mac, including Logitech's G920 and G29 racing wheels, according to Apple's developer website. Apple also says that many additional Bluetooth and USB game controllers are supported on macOS Ventura, iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and tvOS 16. Among the new controllers ...
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Xcode Cloud Now Available to All Apple Developers

Tuesday June 7, 2022 5:18 am PDT by
As part of WWDC 2022 this week, Apple announced that Xcode Cloud is now available for all registered Apple developers after nearly a year of beta testing. Xcode Cloud is a continuous integration and delivery service built into the Xcode app. Apple says the service is built to "accelerate the development and delivery of high-quality apps by bringing together cloud-based tools that help you...
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iOS 16 Adds Support for Nintendo Switch's Joy-Cons and Pro Controller

Monday June 6, 2022 6:18 pm PDT by
While not advertised on Apple's website, it has been discovered that iOS 16 adds support for the Nintendo Switch's Joy-Cons and Pro Controller. The feature was highlighted on Twitter by Riley Testut, the developer behind iOS video game emulator Delta. In a series of tweets, Testut said that iOS 16 supports both single left or right Joy-Cons, or both at once as a singular controller. Testut...
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macOS Ventura Features Redesigned 'System Settings' App

Monday June 6, 2022 4:55 pm PDT by
Apple today previewed macOS Ventura, its latest operating system for the Mac, and one of the new features is a redesigned and renamed System Settings app that replaces System Preferences on macOS Monterey and previous versions. The new System Settings app looks more similar to the Settings app on the iPhone and iPad, with settings placed in a sidebar for easy access. System Preferences...
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iPod Touch Now Fully Removed From Apple's Website Worldwide, Incompatible With iOS 16

Monday June 6, 2022 4:11 pm PDT by
Apple today removed the iPod touch's product page from its website in all remaining countries where the page was still available, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, marking a final farewell to the portable music player. Apple announced that it was discontinuing the iPod touch back in early May, and the device is now completely unavailable to order from its online...
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Redesigned MacBook Air With New Starlight and Midnight Colors Revealed in First Hands-On Photos

Monday June 6, 2022 2:26 pm PDT by
Immediately after the WWDC 2022 keynote, Apple invited the media to a hands-on demo area for the new MacBook Air, which features an overhauled design with a slightly larger display, a notch, flatter edges, and new Starlight and Midnight color options. CNET photographer James Martin shared photos of the new MacBook Air in Midnight on Twitter. Depending on the lighting, the color looks like a...
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M2 MacBooks Still Officially Support Only a Single External Display

Monday June 6, 2022 1:23 pm PDT by
Apple today unveiled new MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro models powered by its new M2 chip, and tech specs on Apple's website confirm that both notebooks officially support only a single external display with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz. The previous-generation MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro models with the M1 chip also supported only a single external display, according to Apple,...
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Apple Lists MagSafe Cable in Four Colors for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro for $49

Monday June 6, 2022 12:50 pm PDT by
Apple today announced that color-matching USB-C to MagSafe 3 charging cables for the new MacBook Air will be available to purchase separately. The cables are listed as "coming soon" on Apple's online store, with pricing set at $49 each in the United States. The cable will be available in the same color options as the new MacBook Air, including Space Gray, Silver, Midnight, and Starlight. The ...
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Apple Releasing 35W Power Adapter With Dual USB-C Ports in Standard and Compact Sizes

Monday June 6, 2022 12:28 pm PDT by
Following its WWDC 2022 keynote today, Apple has listed a new 35W power adapter with dual USB-C ports as "coming soon" on its online store. The adapter will be available in both standard and compact sizes, with both priced at $59 in the United States. The adapters can be used to charge two devices at the same time and feature foldable prongs. Apple recommends using the adapters with the new...
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Apple Says Public Betas of iOS 16, macOS Ventura, and More Available in July

Monday June 6, 2022 11:34 am PDT by
Apple today during its WWDC 2022 keynote announced that the first betas of iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura, watchOS 9, and tvOS 16 will be available to developers starting today, and the first public betas of both updates will be released in July. Apple did not outline a specific day in July when the public betas will become available. Those interested in installing the developer betas...
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Apple Announces Redesigned MacBook Air With M2 Chip, Notch, MagSafe, New Colors, and More

Monday June 6, 2022 11:09 am PDT by
Apple today at WWDC 2022 announced the next-generation MacBook Air with the all-new M2 chip, a redesigned unibody enclosure, a brighter display with a notch, new color options like Starlight and Midnight, MagSafe charging, a 1080p camera, and more. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The new MacBook Air looks similar to the latest 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro...
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Apple Announces Multi-Display CarPlay With Integrated Speedometer, Climate Controls, and More

Monday June 6, 2022 10:51 am PDT by
Apple today at WWDC 2022 announced the "next generation" of CarPlay, which will support multiple displays within a vehicle, offer built-in climate controls for adjusting the temperature of the A/C or heat within the CarPlay interface, and more. The next-generation CarPlay experience will be able to provide content across multiple screens within a vehicle, and deeper integration with a...
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iOS 16 Introduces Ability to Edit or Unsend iMessages

Monday June 6, 2022 10:34 am PDT by
Apple today announced that the Messages app on iOS 16 has been significantly enhanced with several new features. Most notably, iOS 16 introduces the ability to edit or unsend recently sent iMessages, as well as mark iMessage conversations as unread after opening them. These features will bring iMessage more in line with third-party messaging services like WhatsApp and Telegram. To edit or ...
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watchOS 9 May Introduce Atrial Fibrillation History Feature on Apple Watch

Monday June 6, 2022 8:14 am PDT by
Ahead of WWDC 2022, Apple has received regulatory clearance from the FDA for a new atrial fibrillation history feature that is likely for the Apple Watch, according to a 510(k) filing spotted by MyHealthyApple, a website dedicated to wearable devices. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman in April reported that Apple was planning to improve the Apple Watch's existing atrial fibrillation detection feature...
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Apple Developer Center Opens Ahead of WWDC 2022 With Rooms Named After macOS Releases

Sunday June 5, 2022 9:58 am PDT by
Just one day ahead of WWDC 2022, the all-new Apple Developer Center has opened, with developers able to receive a brief tour of the first floor. A room in the Apple Developer Center via Paul Hudson Located next to the Apple Park campus, Apple describes the Developer Center as a "world-class facility designed for our community to meet, collaborate with, and learn from our engineers, designers, ...
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Samsung Aiming to Supply OLED Displays for Both iPads and MacBooks

Friday June 3, 2022 8:45 am PDT by
Samsung is planning to build a new production line in South Korea to make larger OLED displays suitable for tablets and notebooks, with the company ultimately aiming to fulfill orders for future Apple products, according to The Elec. The Elec previously reported that Apple plans to release its first iPad Pro models with OLED displays in 2024 and said that Samsung would produce displays for...
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Swift Student Challenge Winners Begin Receiving Free WWDC 2022 Gear and AirPods Pro

Thursday June 2, 2022 12:17 pm PDT by
Just days ahead of WWDC 2022, the lucky winners of this year's Swift Student Challenge have started to receive free WWDC 2022 souvenirs and AirPods Pro from Apple. The winners also receive one year of membership in the Apple Developer Program. The souvenirs include a WWDC22-branded sweater, a beanie with a yellow Apple logo, and a customized WWDC22 pin set. As part of the prize package,...
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BMW Announces Latest Vehicles That Can Be Unlocked With Your iPhone in Your Pocket

Thursday June 2, 2022 10:04 am PDT by
BMW this week announced two new vehicles with support for its Digital Key Plus feature, including the 2023 X1 and an all-new electric SUV called the iX1. Digital Key Plus allows for compatible BMW vehicles to be locked, unlocked, or started with an iPhone or Apple Watch, eliminating the need for a physical key. The standard NFC version of the feature requires the iPhone or Apple Watch to be...