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.

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Apple's Face ID Doorbell Rumored to Feature MagSafe

Tuesday February 25, 2025 7:36 am PST by
A few months ago, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple was in the early stages of developing a smart home doorbell and lock system with Face ID. He said the doorbell would wirelessly connect to a compatible deadbolt lock. In a vague teaser post on X today, a leaker known as Kosutami shared an alleged new feature that Apple is planning for the doorbell: MagSafe. On select iPhones,...
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RIP, iPhone SE

Monday February 24, 2025 2:04 pm PST by
The era of the iPhone SE is officially over, and likely for good this time. After introducing the iPhone 16e last week, Apple discontinued the third-generation iPhone SE. While it has a new name, the iPhone 16e is the spiritual successor to the iPhone SE, taking over as Apple's cheapest smartphone. However, the final iPhone SE started at just $429, whereas the iPhone 16e starts at $599. ...
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iOS 18.4 Beta Now Unavailable Across Entire iPhone 12 Lineup and More

Monday February 24, 2025 10:39 am PST by
Apple last week seeded the first iOS 18.4 beta to developers for testing, but the software update has been pulled for some devices due to issues. According to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, the first iOS 18.4 beta is no longer available for installation on any of the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, or iPhone 12 Pro Max models, along with select older iPad Air and entry-level...
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Here's When AirPods Pro 3 Are Rumored to Launch

Monday February 24, 2025 9:14 am PST by
According to a post on X today from a leaker known as Kosutami, Apple plans to launch AirPods Pro 3 in May or June this year. The leaker also claimed that an AirTag 2 will launch around the same time. Kosutami is best known as a collector of prototype Apple hardware, but they have occasionally shared accurate information about Apple's future product plans. For example, they accurately...
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iPhone 17 Pro Said to Offer Bigger-Than-Usual Video Recording Upgrades

Monday February 24, 2025 8:23 am PST by
While the iPhone 17 lineup is still around seven months away from launching, rumors about the devices continue to surface. The latest word comes from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In his Power On newsletter over the weekend, he said that Apple plans to emphasize the iPhone 17 Pro's improved video recording capabilities when it unveils the device later this year, although he did not reveal any...
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AirTag 2 Rumored to Launch in May or June With These New Features

Monday February 24, 2025 6:11 am PST by
Apple plans to launch a second-generation AirTag in May or June this year, according to a post today from a leaker known as Kosutami. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman previously reported that a new AirTag would be released in mid-2025. May or June would align with that timeframe. Below, we recap three new features rumored for the AirTag 2: With a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip, the...
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iOS 18.4 Includes a Small But Useful Change for CarPlay

Sunday February 23, 2025 2:23 pm PST by
The first beta of iOS 18.4 is now available, and it includes a small but useful change for CarPlay. As we noted in our list of iOS 18.4 features, CarPlay now shows a third row of icons, up from two rows previously. However, this change is only visible in vehicles with a larger center display. For example, a MacRumors Forums member noticed the change in a Toyota Tundra, which can be equipped...
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An Apple Store is on the Move in the UK

Friday February 21, 2025 8:42 am PST by
A new Apple Store will be opening March 1 at the Trafford Centre shopping mall outside of Manchester, in the United Kingdom. Apple's existing store at the mall will be permanently closed starting February 27. Apple has not shared photos or details about the new Trafford Centre store, but you can expect a modern design that will likely include an Apple Pickup station for in-store pickup of ...
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Apple Denies Speculation Surrounding iPhone 16e's Lack of MagSafe

Friday February 21, 2025 8:01 am PST by
Apple has confirmed that its custom-designed C1 modem in the iPhone 16e has nothing to do with the device's lack of MagSafe support, according to Macworld. Following the launch of the iPhone 16e, there was some speculation online about how MagSafe magnets might have interfered with the C1 modem's cellular connectivity performance, and this was considered to be a potential reason for the...
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All Four iPhone 17 Models Said to Feature Apple-Designed Wi-Fi 7 Chip

Friday February 21, 2025 6:58 am PST by
Earlier this week, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said all four iPhone 17 models will be equipped with Apple's first-ever custom-designed Wi-Fi chip. He did not say which Wi-Fi version the chip will support, but it appears that it will be Wi-Fi 7. All four iPhone 17 models will feature an Apple-designed Wi-Fi 7 chip, according to Jeff Pu, an analyst who covers companies within Apple's supply...
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Apple Already Testing a C2 Modem for iPhones, According to Leaker

Thursday February 20, 2025 4:00 pm PST by
Apple is already testing its second-generation C2 modem for future iPhone models, according to a leaker with a proven track record. A private account on X with a history of sharing accurate information said the C2 modem has a C4020 identifier within Apple, which seems to confirm that it already exists. However, the leaker did not provide any further details. The leaker has requested that...
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Apple Says iPhone 16e's New C1 Modem is Just the 'Start' in Interview

Thursday February 20, 2025 3:00 pm PST by
Apple's new C1 modem in the iPhone 16e is just the "start," according to the company's chipmaking chief Johny Srouji. "C1 is the start," said Srouji, in an interview with Reuters. "We're going to keep improving that technology each generation, so that it becomes a platform for us that will be used to truly differentiate this technology for our products." Apple confirmed to Reuters that...
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iPhone 17 Air Now Rumored to Feature 6.7-Inch Display [Updated]

Thursday February 20, 2025 1:00 pm PST by
Apple's rumored "iPhone 17 Air" model could feature a larger display than originally expected. On the Recycle Bin podcast this week, Jon Prosser said the iPhone 17 Air will be equipped with a 6.7-inch display, rather than a 6.6-inch display as previously rumored. Last year, display industry analyst Ross Young said the iPhone 17 Air would have a 6.55-inch display, or a 6.6-inch display...
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iPhone Feature for Tracking Lost Baggage Expands to American Airlines

Thursday February 20, 2025 11:00 am PST by
American Airlines now supports the iPhone feature that makes it easier to share the location of AirTag-equipped baggage at airports, according to View from the Wing. iOS 18.2 added a new feature to the Find My app that allows you to temporarily share the location of an AirTag-equipped item with others, including employees at participating airlines. This way, if you have put AirTags inside...
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iPhone 17 Air's Battery Life Looks Promising Based on iPhone 16e

Thursday February 20, 2025 9:00 am PST by
The new iPhone 16e has the longest battery life of any 6.1-inch iPhone. According to Apple's tech specs, the iPhone 16e offers up to 26 hours of battery life for video playback, compared to up to 22 hours for the standard iPhone 16. A key reason the iPhone 16e has longer battery life than the iPhone 16 is Apple's new C1 modem, which is the most power-efficient modem ever included in an...
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iPhone 16e is Equipped With 8GB of RAM for Apple Intelligence

Wednesday February 19, 2025 1:55 pm PST by
Apple never publicly advertises the amount of RAM included in iPhones, but MacRumors has confirmed that the iPhone 16e is equipped with 8GB of RAM. Given the iPhone 16e supports Apple Intelligence, it was widely expected that the device would have 8GB of RAM, as that is the minimum amount of memory required for Apple Intelligence. All other iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models also have 8GB of ...
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iPhone 16e: Here Are 8 Things You Might Have Missed

Wednesday February 19, 2025 12:32 pm PST by
Apple today unveiled the iPhone 16e, with key features including an A18 chip, Apple Intelligence support, and Apple's custom-designed C1 modem for 5G. There are also many smaller details about the iPhone 16e that you might have missed, including the eight things outlined below. The iPhone 16e lacks support for MagSafe wireless charging and accessories. While the iPhone 16e has an A18...
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iPhone 16e Has a Key Advantage Over the iPhone 16

Wednesday February 19, 2025 12:10 pm PST by
With a starting price of $599, the new iPhone 16e is Apple's lowest-priced iPhone, but it has a key advantage over the standard iPhone 16. Specifically, the iPhone 16e has the longest battery life of any 6.1-inch iPhone, including the standard iPhone 16. According to Apple's tech specs, the iPhone 16e offers up to 26 hours of battery life for video playback, compared to up to 22 hours for...
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Apple No Longer Offers Any Devices in (PRODUCT)RED Color

Wednesday February 19, 2025 9:46 am PST by
Apple's lineup of (PRODUCT)RED products continues to shrink. In fact, there are no longer any devices available in the charity-supporting color option. Since 2006, Apple has partnered with the (RED) brand to raise money for The Global Fund, an organization that aims to combat diseases such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria in Africa. Through this partnership, Apple has long offered a...
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Apple Shares 12-Minute Video Announcing the iPhone 16e

Wednesday February 19, 2025 8:17 am PST by
Apple today shared a 12-minute video announcement for the iPhone 16e on its YouTube channel. iPhone 16 features include a 6.1-inch OLED display with a notch for Face ID, an A18 chip that enables Apple Intelligence support, a single 48-megapixel rear camera, a USB-C port, an Action button, Apple's all-new C1 modem for 5G, and more. Read our iPhone 16e announcement post for more details...