Tim Hardwick
Tim is a Senior Editor at MacRumors and has been writing for the site since 2016. Formerly a magazine journalist, his work has appeared in over 30 newsstand print publications and online brands covering a range of topics, from the latest trends in technology to the mysteries of ancient history.
Based in the UK, Tim's current role at MacRumors involves editorial oversight and how tos, in addition to covering daily news and contributing occasional reviews. Tim can be reached at tim@macrumors.com, Telegram (@waxeditorial) or Twitter.
Based in the UK, Tim's current role at MacRumors involves editorial oversight and how tos, in addition to covering daily news and contributing occasional reviews. Tim can be reached at tim@macrumors.com, Telegram (@waxeditorial) or Twitter.
Tim Hardwick's Articles
iPhone 18 Pro Camera Controls: Adjusting Shutter Speed
On iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple's new Pro controls in the Camera app allow you to adjust various aspects of the camera's settings, turning the app into a much more flexible photography tool. Here we explain how to adjust the shutter speed on the new iPhone 18 Pro models, and why you might want to do so.
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iPhone 18 Pro Camera Controls: Adjusting White Balance
On iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, Apple's new Pro controls in the Camera app allow you to adjust various aspects of the camera's settings, turning the app into a much more flexible photography tool. Here we explain how to adjust the white balance on the new iPhone 18 Pro models, and why you might want to do so.
On iPhone 18 Pro, the new Pro Controls expand what you can adjust in the...
iPhone 18 Pro: Use Texture Controls in Photographic Styles
With Apple's latest iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models, you can adjust not only specific colors in certain parts of your photos, but also their texture and grain, thanks to the latest-generation Photographic Styles 3. Here's how to use them.
Photographic Styles are tone presets that adjust the color and warmth of a photo as it is captured, rather than as a filter applied afterward,...
iPhone 18 Pro: Using the New Variable Aperture Lens
Like the iPhone 17 Pro models, the new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max have three rear cameras – a 48MP Fusion Main lens, an 8x48MP Telephoto lens, and a 48MP Ultra Wide lens. They also share the same focal lengths and resolutions as their predecessors. The big upgrade this year though is the new variable aperture on the Main camera. Let's dive in.
Aperture is what controls how much...
Tint App Icons to Match Your New iPhone 18 Pro Color
In iOS 26, Apple added a feature to its Home screen customization options that can match the color of your app icons with the actual color of your iPhone. The image below demonstrates the effect on last year's iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange.
In iOS 18, Apple introduced Tinted app icons. The option applies a color filter over app icons, widgets, and even system UI elements, and with iOS 26,...
Forgot to Pre-Order iPhone 18 Pro? Apple Store Pickup Available Today at Most Locations
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max models are now being delivered to customers worldwide following the pre-order period that began on Saturday, September 12. For those who didn't pre-order, there's now a 3-4 week wait time for iPhone 18 Pro Max models across all storage options and colorways in the U.S. Demand has been less strong for iPhone 18 Pro models, but you're still looking at ...
50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out
Apple released macOS 27 Golden Gate this week, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system, improving performance, and nixing bugs, there are still plenty of new things to explore. There's an overhauled Siri experience, changes across Apple's apps, and much-needed updates across the system interface.
In this article, we've selected 50 new features...
Just Updated to iOS 27? Here's What's New in CarPlay
iOS 27 is here, and most of the attention has been on the rebuilt next-generation Siri. But CarPlay also picked up a handful of changes that should go some way to making your daily commute a lot more interesting.
Here's what's new:
Siri AI: Apple's more conversational Siri experience comes to CarPlay, using personal context to answer questions in a chatbot-style format. Siri AI...
Which iOS 27 CarPlay Features Actually Work in Your Car?
In iOS 27, available now, CarPlay gets its biggest update in years, but some features depend on what type of car you have rather than your iPhone model. Some of the biggest additions won't do anything in the vast majority of vehicles on the road today. Here's how the new features pan out.
Works in Any CarPlay Vehicle
Custom widgets: In iOS 27, CarPlay is no longer limited to Apple's handful ...
PSA: watchOS 27 Removes This Useful Feature From Your Apple Watch
Apple released watchOS 27 on September 14, bringing a new Audio Intelligence feature set to its latest Apple Watch models, but as a result, owners of previous models are set to lose out doubly in the process.
Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models later this year will get Live Rewind, a feature that provides a transcript of any spoken audio that was picked up by the device in the last 15...
iOS 27: Use Visual Intelligence in the Camera App
In iOS 27, available now, Apple has made some changes and additions to the iPhone's stock Camera app, including the addition of a new Siri mode.
Available in addition to the Video, Photo, and other camera modes, Siri mode can be accessed by swiping across the mode carousel at the bottom of the screen.
The new mode uses Visual Intelligence to identify objects in the frame and provide...
iPhone Duo Pre-Orders Go Live Next Month - How to Prepare
Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo on September 9 at the company's "Surprise and Shine" event. Apple's first foldable is the biggest shake-up of the iPhone design in almost a decade, and it's sure to be one of the hardest devices in years to actually get your hands on. If you're keen to be among the first owners of an iPhone Duo, here are some tips on how to give yourself the best chance.
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When Is the iPhone 18 Pro Coming Out?
Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on September 9 at its "Surprise and shine" event, but like every year, the company didn't make them available to buy right away.
Pre-orders for the new iPhone 18 Pro models opened on Saturday, September 12, ahead of a launch on Friday, September 18.
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max come in Burgundy, Glacier, Silver, and Black....
What Upgrading to iPhone 18 Pro From iPhone 17 Pro Gets You
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max largely build on last year's models with a series of targeted upgrades rather than a major redesign. The most notable changes dial in better performance, camera capabilities, battery life, and wired charging speeds.
Several key specifications remain unchanged from the iPhone 17 Pro models. The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max retain the same 6.3-inch...
iOS 27: Customize Controls in the Camera App
In the iOS 27, available now, Apple has added the long-rumored ability to customize the Camera app's controls. Far from the rigid interface of previous iOS versions, you can now pick which controls appear in the Camera app, right down to the flash, exposure, timer, depth of field, photo styles, and resolution.
It's a notable development for a stock app that Apple has historically kept locked ...
Get Clear App Icons on Your iPhone Home Screen
When Apple released iOS 26 in September 2025, it introduced the new Liquid Glass design overhaul, which adopts translucent elements throughout the system interface and in stock apps. iOS 27, available now, builds on Liquid Glass by refining the visual effect to make contents more readable and the interface more consistent, but the overall style remains the same.
On the Home Screen, the search ...
Reminder: macOS 27 Ends Time Machine Backups to Time Capsule
If you're upgrading to macOS Golden Gate and you have an AirPort Time Capsule, Time Machine won't be able to back up to it. macOS 27 removes support for AFP, the legacy file-sharing protocol that Time Capsule relies on for Time Machine backups. Said backups now exclusively use the SMB protocol, which Apple's discontinued Time Capsule hardware does not support in the form required by macOS 27.
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EU's Kids Act to Ban Social Media for Under-13s, Curb Chatbot Access
The EU will ban children under 13 from using social media platforms, some gaming platforms, and AI chatbots without parental supervision. The ban is set to be outlined in the Kids Act, which will be published on Thursday, reports Financial Times.
"No social media under the age of 13. No personal account under the age of 15," said the European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen in a...
How to Pre-Order iPhone 18 Pro and Get the Model You Want
Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max on September 9 at its "Surprise and shine" event. If you're keen to be among the first to get your hands on one, here are some tips on how to give yourself the best chance. If you're looking to grab a foldable iPhone Duo, check out our separate guide.
Pre-orders for the new iPhone 18 Pro models opened on Saturday, September 12 at 5:00...
Apple One Winds Down in Over 100 Countries on Its Sixth Anniversary
Apple One turned six years old today, but Apple is selectively winding down the bundle, which is no longer open to new subscribers in more than 100 countries after Apple reshuffled its iCloud+ offerings as of Tuesday.
Apple introduced Apple One subscriptions on September 15, 2020, asking users for a once-monthly payment for Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple Arcade, and 50GB of iCloud storage.
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