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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iPhone 17 Pro Models Again Rumored to Feature 48MP Telephoto Camera, 12GB of RAM, and More

Friday October 18, 2024 12:03 pm PDT by
While the iPhone 17 Pro models are still nearly a year away from launching, analyst Jeff Pu has already outlined his expectations for the devices. In a research note with investment bank Haitong International this week, Pu reiterated his previous claim that both the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature a 48-megapixel Telephoto rear camera and a 24-megapixel front camera. Both the ...
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All-New 'iPhone 17 Air' Rumored to Feature Single 48MP Rear Camera, 8GB of RAM, and More

Friday October 18, 2024 11:26 am PDT by
In recent months, several credible sources have claimed that Apple plans to release a redesigned, significantly thinner iPhone 17 model next year. The device's name is not yet known, so we are referring to it as the "iPhone 17 Air" for now. There have been conflicting rumors about the design and specifications for the device, but most sources have agreed that it will have around a 6.6-inch...
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Apple Discontinues Powerbeats Pro, New Model Launching Next Year With These Features

Friday October 18, 2024 8:06 am PDT by
Apple at some point in the past week or so discontinued the Powerbeats Pro, around five and a half years after the wireless earbuds launched. Powerbeats Pro are a sportier, fitness-focused alternative to AirPods Pro with built-in, adjustable ear hooks for a secure fit. Key features of the original Powerbeats Pro include the H1 chip that debuted in the AirPods 2, IPX4-rated sweat and water...
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Here's When to Expect Apple Intelligence to Launch on the New iPad Mini

Friday October 18, 2024 6:58 am PDT by
Just like iPhone 16 models, the new iPad mini is likely to launch without Apple Intelligence, but the features should be available on the device soon. Geekbench results for the iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip list the device as running iPadOS 18.0, instead of iPadOS 18.1 with Apple Intelligence. Last month, a private account on social media platform X with a proven track record of sharing ...
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Apple TV+ to Offer Behind-the-Scenes Coverage of 2024 World Series

Thursday October 17, 2024 1:58 pm PDT by
Apple TV+ today announced it has partnered with Major League Baseball and Imagine Documentaries on a three-part documentary that will offer "behind-the-scenes coverage" of the upcoming 2024 World Series. Production on the currently-untitled docuseries is already underway, but a release date has yet to be disclosed. Apple said the docuseries will explore the "dramatic, high-stakes world" of...
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Apple Music Now Lets Artists Create Playlists Based on Concert Set Lists

Thursday October 17, 2024 11:05 am PDT by
Apple today introduced a new feature that allows all artists to create Apple Music playlists based on their concert set lists. The playlists will appear on the artist's page in Apple Music, on their concert page in Shazam, and in Spotlight Search on iOS. The feature is built into the Apple Music for Artists tool. "Turn a set list from your latest show into a playlist on Apple Music for...
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Apple Finally Begins Selling Refurbished 2022 iPad Pro and iPad Air Models in More Countries

Thursday October 17, 2024 8:38 am PDT by
Apple this week began selling certified refurbished 2022 iPad Pro and iPad Air models through its online store in additional countries, including France, Germany, Japan, and the UK. Availability in the U.S. and Canada began last month. The fourth-generation 11-inch iPad Pro with the M2 chip, sixth-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro with the M2 chip, and fifth-generation iPad Air with the M1 chip...
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Apple Announces New Klarna and PayPal Integrations for Apple Pay on iOS 18

Thursday October 17, 2024 7:22 am PDT by
In June, Apple discontinued its "buy now, pay later" service called Apple Pay Later, which let qualifying customers split a purchase made with Apple Pay into four equal payments over six weeks, with no interest or fees. Instead, Apple said customers in the U.S. would be able to apply for loans from select other "buy now, pay later" services when they check out with Apple Pay on the web and in...
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Apple Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary of Apple Pay With Open Letter and Interview

Thursday October 17, 2024 6:20 am PDT by
Apple today shared a letter celebrating the upcoming 10-year anniversary of Apple Pay, which launched in the U.S. on October 20, 2014, as part of iOS 8.1. Apple Pay has since become available in over 75 countries and regions, and the vast majority of retailers in the U.S. now accept contactless payments, with one notable exception being Walmart. Two other longtime holdouts that are finally...
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iPad 11 Now Seems Unlikely to Launch This Year

Wednesday October 16, 2024 2:33 pm PDT by
Given recent events, it now seems unlikely that Apple will update its entry-level iPad this year. First and foremost, Apple lowered the price of the iPad 10 and stopped including a charger with the device in Europe this week, and there is a low chance that Apple would have proceeded with those changes if an iPad 11 was imminent. Second, Apple's announcement of a new iPad mini in a...
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Apple's Supply Chain Gears Up for MacBook Pro Models With M4 Chips

Wednesday October 16, 2024 8:36 am PDT by
Apple's supply chain is gearing up for new MacBook Pro models with M4 chips, which are expected to be announced this month, according to DigiTimes. "Apple is expected to unveil new MacBook Pro models equipped with the latest M4 chip in October, which could boost related component shipments," says the paywalled report, published today. "This trend is evident in the revenue reports from...
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App Store is Down for Many Users [Resolved]

Wednesday October 16, 2024 8:15 am PDT by
If the App Store is currently down for you, you are not alone. Many users have indicated that the App Store is not working for them right now across devices like the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, preventing them from downloading apps after tapping the "Get" button. The issues are not yet reflected on Apple's system status page, but thousands of customers have indicated they are affected on the Downd...
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iPad Mini's A17 Pro Chip Has One Downside Compared to iPhone 15 Pro

Wednesday October 16, 2024 6:49 am PDT by
While the new iPad mini is equipped with the A17 Pro chip that debuted in iPhone 15 Pro models, the iPad version of the chip has one downside. According to Apple's tech specs, the A17 Pro chip in the iPad mini 7 has a 5-core GPU, whereas the chip has a 6-core GPU in iPhone 15 Pro models. This means the iPad mini will have slightly worse graphics performance compared to the iPhone 15 Pro...
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Is an Apple Event Still Likely This October Following Today's Surprise iPad Mini 7 Announcement?

Tuesday October 15, 2024 1:57 pm PDT by
Apple has held an October event in three out of the past four years, but is an event this month still likely after today's surprise iPad mini 7 announcement? While some Apple enthusiasts believe that the iPad mini 7 being unveiled in a press release today means that Apple is unlikely to hold an October event this year, the announcement does not entirely rule out the possibility. Last year,...
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iOS 18.2 Expected to Add These Additional Apple Intelligence Features

Tuesday October 15, 2024 12:05 pm PDT by
In its press release for the iPad mini 7 today, Apple reiterated that additional Apple Intelligence features will be rolling out "over the next several months." Below, we outline Apple Intelligence features that are expected to be added as part of iOS 18.2, which is expected to be released to the public in December. Apple Intelligence in More Languages During its iPhone 16 event last...
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In the iPad Mini 7 Box: No Charger in Europe, New Braided USB-C Cable

Tuesday October 15, 2024 10:45 am PDT by
The new iPad mini 7 does not come with a charger in the box in European countries, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, and others. This change is likely in response to EU regulations regarding electronic waste that will be enforced starting in 2026, but even some European countries that are not part of the EU are impacted. The latest iPad Pro and iPad Air...
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iPad Mini 7 Announcement Hints at iOS 18.1 Release Date

Tuesday October 15, 2024 9:13 am PDT by
Apple today introduced the iPad mini 7 with a faster A17 Pro chip, Apple Intelligence support, Apple Pencil Pro support, and a handful of other changes. Apple's press release for the device also hints at iOS 18.1's release timing. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman recently said Apple aimed to release iOS 18.1 on Monday, October 28, and the press release seems to support that timeframe....
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iPad Mini 7 Has These 6 Smaller Changes, Including a Faster USB-C Port

Tuesday October 15, 2024 8:18 am PDT by
Apple today introduced the iPad mini 7 with a faster A17 Pro chip, Apple Intelligence support, and Apple Pencil Pro support. In addition, the device also received a handful of smaller upgrades and changes compared to the previous model, as outlined below. The new iPad mini can be ordered starting today, and it launches on Wednesday, October 23. Here are six of the device's smaller...
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Apple's Pro Display XDR is Nearly Five Years Old With No Update in Sight

Friday October 11, 2024 12:46 pm PDT by
Apple sells two external displays, including the Pro Display XDR and the Studio Display, but neither has received hardware upgrades in years. In fact, the Pro Display XDR is nearly five years old, having been released all the way back in December 2019. Below, we recap rumors about potential next-generation Pro Display XDR and Studio Display monitors, but nothing seems to be imminent. Pro...
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Apple Cancels Self-Driving Vehicle Testing Permit in California After Abandoning Car Project

Friday October 11, 2024 11:50 am PDT by
Just over six months after Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple abandoned its plans to release an electric vehicle, California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) canceled Apple's autonomous vehicle testing permit, according to macReports. The report states that the DMV received confirmation from Apple to cancel the permit on September 25, and the permit became canceled as of...