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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Disney World and Disneyland Rolling Out Food Order Tracking on iPhone's Lock Screen

Tuesday January 14, 2025 8:11 am PST by
Disney today announced that it is rolling out support for the Live Activities feature on iPhones for mobile food and beverage orders at its two big U.S. parks. The feature started rolling out today at select mobile order locations across Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, the company said. Where available, the feature allows you to track the status of your mobile order on the iPhone's...
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New High-Speed Technology Paves Way for Apple Intelligence Upgrades

Tuesday January 14, 2025 7:48 am PST by
Apple has backed a technology that could contribute to future Apple Intelligence advancements. The consortium behind the "Ultra Accelerator Link" or "UALink" technology today announced that Apple, Alibaba, and Synopsys have joined its Board of Directors. The three companies will contribute to further development of the technology. UALink is described as a "high-speed, scale-up...
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Apple Plans to Release These 6 New iOS Features This Year

Tuesday January 14, 2025 6:20 am PST by
Apple has pre-announced several new iOS features and changes that are coming later this year. Below, we outline six of these upcoming additions, which should be added in software updates such as iOS 18.3, iOS 18.4, and iOS 19. Apple Intelligence for Siri Siri is expected to get several enhancements powered by Apple Intelligence on iOS 18.4, which should be released in April. These...
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iPad 11's Leaked Specs Are Surprisingly Good

Monday January 13, 2025 8:53 am PST by
Apple's next-generation entry-level iPad could provide surprisingly good value. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the iPad 11 will be equipped with the A17 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM. That means Apple's cheapest iPad model would have the same chip and unified memory as the latest iPad mini. Apple Intelligence is to thank for these rumored upgrades, as the A17 Pro and 8GB of RAM are...
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'iPhone 17 Air' Expected to Break an 11-Year Record

Monday January 13, 2025 8:29 am PST by
The so-called "iPhone 17 Air" model could break an 11-year record held by the iPhone 6. According to Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the rumored ultra-thin iPhone 17 model will measure just 5.5mm at its thinnest point. That would make the device the thinnest iPhone ever, topping the 6.9mm record set by the iPhone 6 in 2014. Moreover, the "iPhone 17 Air" could become one of...
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iOS 18.3 Coming Soon: Here's What's New

Monday January 13, 2025 5:33 am PST by
iOS 18.3 is currently in beta for developers and public beta testers. So far, the upcoming iPhone software update is very minor in scope. Below, we outline what is new in iOS 18.3 so far. The only potential new feature coming to iPhones with iOS 18.3 so far is robot vacuum support in the Home app, but this functionality is not yet live. Apple is laying the groundwork for the feature,...
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HomePod Mini 2 and New Apple TV Launch Timeframe Narrowed Down

Sunday January 12, 2025 4:11 pm PST by
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman recently reported that Apple plans to release new HomePod mini and Apple TV models this year, and now he has provided a more precise timeframe. In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said Apple is currently aiming to launch the new HomePod mini and Apple TV models "toward the end of the year." That timeframe suggests the devices will be released at some point...
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Apple Watch SE 3 With 'New Look' Expected to Launch This Year

Sunday January 12, 2025 4:03 pm PST by
A third-generation Apple Watch SE will be released later this year, and it will have a "new look" of some kind, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman mentioned the redesigned Apple Watch SE as one of many new products that Apple plans to launch in 2025, but he did not share any specific design details at this particular time. In September, Gurman...
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iPad 11: Two Key Upgrades Will Bring Apple Intelligence to Budget iPad

Sunday January 12, 2025 3:53 pm PST by
The next-generation, entry-level iPad will support the Apple Intelligence suite of AI features, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In his Power On newsletter today, Gurman said the iPad 11 will have two upgrades that enable Apple Intelligence, including an A17 Pro chip and 8GB of RAM. That would make the iPad 11's chip and unified memory on par with the latest iPad mini. Gurman expects ...
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Apple Pay Now Lets You Pay Later With Synchrony [Updated x2]

Friday January 10, 2025 11:34 am PST by
Synchrony is now available as a buy-now, pay-later option when checking out with Apple Pay online and in apps on iPhone and iPad. Synchrony was added to a list of Apple Pay installment providers in the U.S. in an Apple support document that was updated today, joining Affirm and Klarna. The addition was spotted by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 users can select...
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Apple Announces New Miami Worldcenter Store With Special Wallpaper

Friday January 10, 2025 9:44 am PST by
Apple today announced that it will be opening an all-new retail store at the Miami Worldcenter complex, near the city's downtown core, on Friday, January 24. A grand opening time has not been disclosed, but it will likely be 10 a.m. local time. The store incorporates a biophilic garden that is designed to make vistors feel more connected with nature, according to Apple. "Our brand-new...
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When to Expect the iPhone SE 4 or So-Called 'iPhone 16E' to Launch

Friday January 10, 2025 9:20 am PST by
Apple is widely rumored to be planning a new iPhone SE, and multiple sources lately have commented on the device's launch timing. The latest word comes from Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a blog post today, he said the device will be released around the middle of the first half of 2025. In other words, around the quarter mark of 2025. That means the next iPhone SE will likely be ...
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New 'iPhone 17 Air' Rumors: Ultra-Thin 5.5mm Design, No SIM Card Slot

Friday January 10, 2025 8:33 am PST by
The so-called "iPhone 17 Air" model expected to launch later this year will have an ultra-thin design that is 5.5mm at its thinnest point, according to the latest information shared by reputable Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. In a blog post today, Kuo added that the device will lack a physical SIM card slot, and instead rely entirely on digital eSIM technology. This is something...
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Don't Buy a MacBook Pro This Year

Friday January 10, 2025 7:18 am PST by
While there is always something new around the corner, rumors suggest that 2025 would be a particularly bad year to buy a MacBook Pro. The current 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with the M4 series of chips are only a few months old, and updated models with the M5 series of chips will likely be released later this year, but both of these options are not great choices. Why? Next...
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iPhone 18 Rumored to Feature Upgraded Camera Sensor From Samsung With Many Benefits

Friday January 10, 2025 6:39 am PST by
While the iPhone 17 series is still more than eight months away from launching, there are already rumors about the iPhone 18 models coming next year. Taiwanese supply chain publication DigiTimes today reported that Samsung is developing a new three-layer stacked camera sensor that is targeted for the iPhone 18. This advanced image sensor would make the iPhone 18's camera more responsive,...
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Apple Watch's Sleep Apnea Feature Continues to Roll Out Around World

Thursday January 9, 2025 9:53 am PST by
Apple this month received approval to launch the Apple Watch's sleep apnea notifications feature in Malaysia, as noted by local resident Xavier Naxa. It is unclear when the feature will actually become available in the country. This development comes less than a month after the feature became available in Brazil, as part of Apple's efforts to roll it out globally. As of September, the...
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iPhone With Under-Screen Face ID: What the Latest Rumors Say

Thursday January 9, 2025 9:05 am PST by
When will the iPhone get under-screen Face ID? In April 2023, display industry analyst Ross Young shared a roadmap showing that iPhone 17 Pro models would feature under-display Face ID. In May 2024, however, Young said he heard this change had been delayed until 2026. If so, that means that under-screen Face ID could debut on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max next year. iPhone 18...
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Three iOS 18 Features Coming Soon Aside From Apple Intelligence

Thursday January 9, 2025 8:58 am PST by
While most iOS 18 updates have been focused on Apple Intelligence, some additional new features and capabilities are coming soon. Below, we outline three upcoming iOS 18 features that Apple has announced that should arrive in updates such as iOS 18.3 and iOS 18.4. Default Map and Translation Apps in EU In an October 2024 document related to the EU's Digital Markets Act, Apple revealed...
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Apple's Student Offer With Free AirPods Returns in These Four Countries

Thursday January 9, 2025 7:18 am PST by
Apple's annual "Back to School" or "Back to Uni" promotion has returned this week in Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and South Korea. From January 8 through March 13, qualifying higher-education students and staff in these countries can receive free AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation with the purchase of any new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, or iMac, or a free Apple Pencil Pro or Apple...
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Apple to Donate Towards Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery Efforts

Thursday January 9, 2025 6:49 am PST by
In response to devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles, California area this week, Apple said it will be donating towards recovery efforts on the ground. "The devastation caused by the fires in Los Angeles is heartbreaking," said Apple CEO Tim Cook, in a social media post on Wednesday. "Thank you to the incredible firefighters, first responders, and all those assisting for your heroic...