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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.

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iPhone 14 Pro Dynamic Island Maps

Warning: iOS 16.1 Beta Breaking GPS on iPhone 14 Pro Models

Saturday September 17, 2022 7:10 am PDT by
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max owners should be aware that the iOS 16.1 beta is preventing the GPS from working properly on the devices for many users. Anyone who relies on location tracking should avoid the beta for now. Bugs are common with beta software, but this issue affects a core function of the iPhone, prompting us to share this warning. iPhone 14 Pro users who already installed ...
iPhone 14 Pro Rear Camera

iPhone 14 Pro's Lightning Connector Still Limited to USB 2.0 Speeds Despite Large 48MP ProRAW Photos

Friday September 16, 2022 10:10 am PDT by
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max models feature an upgraded rear camera system that can shoot 48-megapixel ProRAW photos, which retain more detail in the image file for more editing flexibility. 48-megapixel ProRAW photos are very large files that clock in at around 75MB each, according to Apple, and sometimes even larger. Despite these very large image sizes, we have confirmed that the...
iPhone 14 Pro Reachability Feature

iOS 16.1 Beta Makes Dynamic Island Easier to Access With Reachability Support

Friday September 16, 2022 9:08 am PDT by
The first beta of iOS 16.1 seeded to developers and public testers earlier this week enables Reachability support for the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, making the new pill-shaped area easier to access with one hand. Twitter account Tech-Up shared a first look at how Dynamic Island works with Reachability on the iOS 16.1 beta, as spotted by 9to5Mac....
Apple Watch Solo Loops

Solo Loop Now Available in Smaller Sizes for 44mm/45mm Apple Watch Models

Friday September 16, 2022 7:43 am PDT by
Following the introduction of the Apple Watch Series 8 and second-generation Apple Watch SE, Apple has made the Solo Loop and Braided Solo Loop bands available in smaller Size 1 through Size 3 options for all 44mm and 45mm Apple Watch models. 44mm and 45mm Apple Watch models include the Series 8, Series 7, Series 6, and both generations of the Apple Watch SE. Previously, the Solo Loop and ...
Apple Store iPhone 14 Pro

Forgot to Pre-Order an iPhone 14 Pro? Apple Store Pickup Available Today at Select Locations

Friday September 16, 2022 6:35 am PDT by
iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max models are beginning to arrive to customers around the world after pre-orders began on Friday, September 9. For customers who forgot to pre-order one of the Pro models or simply decided to wait, most configurations are now estimated for delivery in October, but the good news is that same-day or next-day pickup is now an option at select Apple Store...
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Apple Reveals 8 Scenarios Where iPhone 14 Pro's Always-On Display Turns Off

Thursday September 15, 2022 7:48 pm PDT by
Apple today published a new support document with additional details about the new always-on display mode on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Notably, the document lists eight scenarios where the always-on display temporarily turns off. To save battery life, Apple says the display goes completely dark when:Your iPhone is lying face down Your iPhone is in your pocket or bag Sleep...
iOS 16 Live Activities Sports MLB

iOS 16.1 Will Bring Live Sports Scores to Your iPhone's Lock Screen

Thursday September 15, 2022 6:22 pm PDT by
Apple recently announced that iOS 16.1 will enable a new Live Activities feature that allows iPhone users to stay on top of things that are happening in real time, such as a sports game or a food delivery order, right from the Lock Screen. In the first iOS 16.1 beta made available to developers and public testers this week, Apple is testing Live Activities integration with sports games via...
iPhone 14 Pro Rear Camera

All iPhone 14 Models Feature New Rear-Facing Ambient Light Sensor

Thursday September 15, 2022 2:58 pm PDT by
All four iPhone 14 models feature dual ambient light sensors for the first time, according to Apple's tech specs for the devices. According to TechCrunch's Matthew Panzarino, all iPhone 14 models are equipped with a new ambient light sensor on the back of the devices, whereas previous iPhone models only have a single ambient light sensor above the display. Panzarino said the sensor helps to...
iPhone 14 and 14 Plus Newsroom

iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus Feature Removable Back Glass for Easier Repairs

Thursday September 15, 2022 9:24 am PDT by
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus models are equipped with a removable back glass panel for easier repairs, according to TechCrunch and CNET. This makes these iPhone models the first that can be easily opened from the back side of the device since the iPhone 4S. To replace the back glass on iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 models, Apple Stores and Apple Authorized Service Providers need to open the device ...
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Apple Reportedly Plans to Expand iPhone 14's Satellite Feature to More Countries

Thursday September 15, 2022 7:55 am PDT by
All four iPhone 14 models include a new Emergency SOS via Satellite feature that is set to launch in November in the United States and Canada, and a new report today claims that Apple plans to expand the feature to additional countries over time. Apple reportedly informed Swiss website MacPrime that it plans to announce additional countries for Emergency SOS via Satellite later this year,...
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Apple Watch Series 8 and SE 2 Reviews: Very Incremental Upgrades

Thursday September 15, 2022 6:13 am PDT by
Apple Watch Series 8 and the second-generation Apple Watch SE are set to launch this Friday, September 16, and ahead of time, the first reviews of the devices have now been shared by select media publications and YouTube channels. Both of the new models are very incremental upgrades compared to the Apple Watch Series 7 and the original Apple Watch SE. New features for both models include...
Apple Website Down

Apple's Website is Currently Experiencing Issues [Updated]

Wednesday September 14, 2022 8:21 pm PDT by
Apple's website is currently experiencing issues for many users around the world, although parts of the website are still functional. Apple's oft-delayed system status page does not yet reflect any issues with the company's online store or other services. The outage is affecting Apple's website in both the U.S. and many other regions, but not all pages are impacted. The root cause is...
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Apple Promotes Benefits of Using iPhone 14 With eSIM While Traveling Abroad

Wednesday September 14, 2022 7:39 pm PDT by
Amid criticism from some customers regarding the removal of the SIM card tray on all iPhone 14 models sold in the United States, Apple today published a new support document outlining various "options and benefits" for using eSIMs while traveling abroad. Apple says an eSIM is more secure than a physical SIM since it cannot be removed from an iPhone that is lost or stolen. Apple also says...
iPhone 14 Pro Always On Display Apple Maps

iPhone 14 Pro's Always-On Display Works With Apple Maps, Phone, Voice Memos, and Apple TV Remote

Wednesday September 14, 2022 2:46 pm PDT by
iPhone 14 Pro reviews published earlier today have revealed some additional information about the device's optional always-on display mode. Always-on Apple Maps via Brian Tong In addition to the Lock Screen, the always-on display works with the Apple Maps, Phone, and Voice Memos apps, according to Brian Tong's review. In the Maps app, the map is hidden and only the directions, arrival time,...
iPhone 14 Pro Low Battery

iPhone 14 Pro Moves Annoying Low Battery Alerts to the Dynamic Island

Wednesday September 14, 2022 11:04 am PDT by
Marques Brownlee's review of the iPhone 14 Pro today provides a helpful overview of everything that the Dynamic Island can do so far. Low Battery alert in Dynamic Island on iPhone 14 Pro via MKBHD There are currently around 30 things that the Dynamic Island can show, including system alerts for incoming phone calls, AirPods and other accessories being connected, Face ID authentication, Apple...
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Dynamic Island Only Visible in iPhone 14 Pro Screenshots When Being Used

Wednesday September 14, 2022 8:44 am PDT by
A key new feature of iPhone 14 Pro models is the Dynamic Island, a pill-shaped area that replaces the notch on previous models. Aided by software, the Dynamic Island morphs into different shapes and sizes for things such as incoming phone calls, alerts, notifications, Face ID authentication, timers, and more. Dynamic Island will also integrate with Live Activities in third-party apps starting...
The Verge iPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 Pro Reviews: Dynamic Island Shows Promise, 48-Megapixel ProRAW Photos Impress

Wednesday September 14, 2022 6:43 am PDT by
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max models will begin arriving to customers and launch in stores this Friday, September 16, and ahead of time, the first reviews of the devices have now been shared by select media publications and YouTube channels. Image Credit: The Verge Key new features of the iPhone 14 Pro models include an always-on display with a new Dynamic Island, upgraded cameras with...
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M3 Chip for Macs and A17 Chip for iPhone 15 Pro Will Reportedly Use TSMC's Second-Generation 3nm Process

Tuesday September 13, 2022 8:49 pm PDT by
Apple's future M3 chip for Macs and A17 chip for iPhone 15 Pro models will be manufactured based on TSMC's enhanced 3nm process known as N3E next year, according to a new report from Nikkei Asia. The devices are expected to launch throughout 2023. N3E will offer improved performance and power efficiency compared to TSMC's first-generation 3nm process known as N3, according to the report....
iphone 14 pro dynamic island

iPhone 14 Models Will Have Day-One iOS 16 Update Available With Bug Fixes

Tuesday September 13, 2022 3:23 pm PDT by
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models arriving to customers starting this Friday will have a day-one software update available with bug fixes, according to Apple. "This update provides bug fixes for your iPhone and addresses an issue that may cause some photos to appear soft when zooming in landscape orientation on iPhone 14 Pro Max," says Apple's release notes for the update, shared by...
Sonos Sub Mini

Sonos Announces Sub Mini, Can Be Paired With AirPlay-Enabled Sonos Speakers

Tuesday September 13, 2022 7:10 am PDT by
Following a leak earlier this year, Sonos today announced the Sub Mini, a new wireless subwoofer with a more compact design and lower price than the full-size Sonos Sub. Sonos said the Sub Mini will be available globally starting October 6, with pricing set at $429 in the United States, compared to $749 for the full-size Sub. Sonos says the Sub Mini features advanced digital signal...