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
What NOT to Expect at Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' September 9 Event
Apple's annual fall event takes place on Wednesday, September 9, when it is expected to unveil new iPhone 18 Pro models, the first foldable iPhone, an Apple Watch Series 12, a fourth-generation Apple Watch Ultra, and potentially AirPods 5. Apple may also make some additional new products available at its "Surprise and shine" event, but there are a handful of rumored upcoming devices that we don't ...
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iPhone 18 Pro: Twelve Changes Coming to Apple's Next Flagship
We're less than one month out from the launch of Apple's premium next-generation smartphone lineup, and while we're not expecting a dramatic change in terms of functionality, there are still several enhancements rumored to be coming to the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
One thing worth noting is that Apple is reportedly planning a major change to its iPhone release cycle this year,...
iPhone 17 Prices Could Go Up Soon
There is growing speculation that Apple may hike the prices of its iPhone 17 lineup when new iPhone 18 Pro models launch in September, especially following CEO Tim Cook's recent comments about "unavoidable" price increases.
In late June, Cook told The Wall Street Journal that Apple is no longer able to absorb the increased cost of memory and storage chips, both of which are in high demand...
How to Pre-Order Your iPhone 18 Pro From Apple
Apple will unveil 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.
Going on previous fall iPhone launches, shipping estimates for popular iPhone Pro configurations tend to slip by several weeks within hours of Apple's pre-orders...
Apple Announces Sneaky Sasquatch Updates, Files New Trademarks
Apple just announced a Subway Surfers+ crossover with hit Apple Arcade game Sneaky Sasquatch, with a "birdwatching update" coming September 17 that lets players photograph more than 30 species of birds in the game.
"Sneaky Sasquatch is the most beloved game on Apple Arcade and has had one of the most passionate communities of players since day 1," said Alex Rofman, Apple's senior director of...
Only iPhone 18 Pro Max Rumored to Get Variable Aperture Camera
Ever since 2024, there have been rumors about Apple planning to introduce a variable aperture camera on the iPhone 18 Pro models, but it was believed that the feature would come to both Pro and Pro Max devices.
A Chinese leaker this month poured cold water on that assumption. According to Ice Universe, only the iPhone 18 Pro Max will feature variable aperture for "the best camera...
Apple Event Logo Hints at Two iPhone 18 Pro Features
Apple's logo for its upcoming September 9 "Surprise and shine" event hints at two rumored iPhone 18 Pro features, including new color options and a new camera system.
Apple fans often like to read into Apple's event invite graphics for clues about unreleased products, and this year Bloomberg's Mark Gurman is also taking part in the fun on Twitter (X).
First, Gurman says he sees the...
'Exclusive Red' iPhone Ultra Images Not What They Seem
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has disputed the authenticity of iPhone Ultra renders shared by the typically-reliable leaker Evan Blass on X (Twitter). The images show the unreleased foldable iPhone in not just the rumored space gray and white colors, but also in a striking red.
"Hearing these renders came from Xiaomi," wrote Gurman, commenting on Blass's post. "This isn't a legitimate look at the...
Apple Explains Why Spotlight Indexing Can Take Days After an Update
For anyone who's experienced the lengthy post-update indexing process when trialing the beta version of iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, iPadOS 27, or visionOS 27: Apple has published a Spotlight support document that explains what's going on.
Apple says indexing can take hours or even days depending on how much data you have stored. It completes more quickly when your device is not in use, and...
New Mac Mini Bumps Display Refresh Rates to 165Hz
Apple's newly announced M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini models still support up to three external displays, but there's now support for higher refresh rates, according to Apple's published technical specifications.
Here's what's changed versus the M4 generation:
The M6 model runs two displays at up to 6K 60Hz or 4K 165Hz, up from 144Hz on M4, plus a third display at up to 5K 60Hz over...
Apple Car Key Support Coming to Xiaomi Auto Vehicles
Apple's Car Keys feature appears to be coming to supported vehicles made by Chinese maker Xiaomi Auto, based on code changes discovered by MacRumors in Apple's Wallet app backend.
Code spotted in the third developer beta of iOS 27 back in July revealed that Apple was preparing Car Keys support for Xiaomi, so this latest change suggest support is imminent.
The Chinese electronics maker...
Why the New Mac Mini's Cheaper Model Has the Newer M6 Chip
For many customers, the new Mac mini that Apple announced yesterday will look like an unusual lineup. The $899 model features Apple's brand new M6 chip, the company's first silicon built on a 2nm process, while the $1,699 model uses the M5 Pro, a chip from the previous generation.
The reason is that Apple is skipping the M6 Pro and M6 Max entirely, and there will be no M6 Ultra either. The ...
Tim Cook Just Announced His Final Apple Product
Apple's latest Mac mini was just unveiled alongside a new Mac Studio, and outgoing CEO Tim Cook announced it on social media the way he has announced probably hundreds of other Apple products before it.
"The new Mac mini is here," he posted on X (Twitter). "Small in size. Big on performance. From everyday productivity to all things AI, it can help you do it all."
It reads like any other...
Apple's New Mac Mini and Mac Studio Are Now Available to Pre-Order
Apple today announced a new Mac mini and Mac Studio, and pre-orders for both are already live on Apple's online store and in the Apple Store app in the United States and 30 other countries and regions.
Most configurations ship Tuesday, September 22, which is also when the new models will be available to buy in Apple Store locations and at Apple Authorized Resellers.
Both Mac mini models...
Which iPhones Support Every iOS 27 Feature?
Apple's upcoming iOS 27 update is compatible with the iPhone 11 and later, including the second-generation iPhone SE and newer models, but only three iPhones will support the full set of features when the update arrives in September.
Apple's latest software carries over the same device compatibility list as iOS 26, so no iPhones have been dropped this year. However, iOS 27's headline...
M6 MacBook Pro and M6 iMacs Likely Coming in October
Apple is likely to unveil a new M6 MacBook Pro and refreshed M6 iMacs in October, based on its typical release schedule, according to recent reporting by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Gurman this month reiterated his belief that Apple is readying the launch of a refreshed base-model MacBook Pro with a 14-inch display powered by an M6 chip.
The base model is expected ahead of new high-end...
'MacBook Ultra' Coming Soon With Touchscreen and 5 Other Changes
Reports and rumors suggest the next high-end MacBook Pro that Apple will release might not be a MacBook Pro at all. It could actually be something altogether new and more exciting – a "MacBook Ultra" – marketed as the company's top-tier laptop offering. The device is likely to sit above the current M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, rather than replace them, suggesting that they will remain on...
Mac Mini Launching Imminently With M5 or M6 Chip [Update: Pre-Orders Now Live]
Update: Apple just announced the new Mac mini with M5 and M5 Pro chips.
It's been almost two years since Apple launched the current M4 and M4 Pro Mac mini models, but the good news is that a refresh is on its way any day now.
According to the latest report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple plans to debut a new Mac mini in the "coming days." In other words, expect to see it drop...
AirPods 5: Pre-Orders, Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect
There's been a lot of talk lately about AirPods with cameras that Apple has in development and won't arrive until 2027, but we're about to get a couple of other new AirPods updates as soon as next month.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple could debut new AirPods 5 models at its fall iPhone event, which is now expected to take place on Wednesday, September 9, when new iPhone 18 Pro...
New iPad Mini Release Date, Pricing, and What to Expect
According to the latest rumors, Apple is close to launching its next-generation iPad mini. So what should we expect from the successor to the iPad mini 7 that Apple released over 21 months ago. Read on to find out.
Processor and Performance
Apple is working on a next-generation version of the iPad mini (codename J510/J511) that features the A19 Pro chip, according to information found in...
