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
Apple Studio Display Successor Now Expected Early Next Year
Apple plans to release a next-generation Studio Display or equivalent replacement external monitor as soon as early next year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
In his latest report on Apple's product roadmap for 2026, Gurman said the company is planning to launch its first new Mac external monitor since debuting the Apple Studio Display in 2022.
The new version, internally...
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OLED MacBook Pro May Not Launch Next Year After All
Apple in October 2024 overhauled its 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models, adding M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips, Thunderbolt 5 ports on higher-end models, display changes, and more. That's quite a lot of updates in one go, but there is another major refresh coming to the MacBook Pro – although when it will arrive has now been thrown into doubt.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is ...
Apple to Launch New Low-Cost 11-Inch iPad in the Spring
Apple will launch a new 12th generation entry-level iPad in the spring of next year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Apple is said to have two versions of the entry-level 11-inch iPad in development, codenamed J581 and J582. These could refer to different storage capacities – in which case, Apple may be planning to drop the existing lowest capacity option. The current iPad 11 is...
iPhone 17 RAM: How Much to Expect for Each Model
Apple is expected to introduce several notable hardware upgrades with the iPhone 17 lineup in 2025, and one of the most significant changes involves RAM. While all four iPhone 16 models feature 8GB of RAM, recent supply chain reports suggest that Apple plans to increase memory in several iPhone 17 models, potentially improving multitasking and gaming performance, as well as future-proofing the ...
Open Your Favorite Messages Chat From Your iPhone Lock Screen
In iOS 18.4, Apple added a new Shortcuts action to open a specific conversation in the Messages app. This means it's now possible to open a chat thread with someone important to you straight from your Lock Screen, for example. Keep reading to learn more.
If you'd like to reduce the time it takes to chat with a frequently contacted person, this new shortcut action is for you. Placing a...
Stop Your Recent Browser Searches Showing on iPhone
Apple in iOS 18.4 introduced a potentially privacy-compromising change to its Safari browser that puts your search history on full display when opening new tabs.
Previously in iOS, opening a new tab and tapping the search field brought up the keyboard while continuing to display the personalized Safari home page. However, Apple's iOS 18.4 software update modified how Safari handles new tabs...
Could the Next Apple Pencil Double as an iPhone Stylus?
Apple has been granted a patent for a next-generation Apple Pencil that could work across multiple devices, including the iPhone and Mac.
The patent describes a stylus equipped with optical sensors that wouldn't require a capacitive touchscreen. Instead, it would use sensors embedded in the Pencil itself to detect movement, tilt, rotation, and position.
Unlike current Apple Pencil models...
Add Custom Backgrounds to Messages in iOS 26
Apple's iOS 26 finally brings custom conversation backgrounds to the Messages app, letting you personalize your chats with photos, colors, or images generated by Image Playground. Third-party messaging apps like WhatsApp have offered this kind of feature for years, so finally iPhone owners can now also add their own visual flair to text conversations in Apple's stock messaging app.
Custom...
iPhone 17 Base Model Likely to Stick With 8GB RAM
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup could feature a notable RAM divide, with the base model potentially missing out on a rumored memory boost coming to the more high-end models.
According to leaker Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo, the iPhone 17 will stick with 8GB of RAM while the iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max will jump to 12GB. The leaker previously revealed the iPhone 16e name...
Aqara Debuts G410 Doorbell, G100 Camera, and H2 Dimmer With HomeKit Support
Smart home company Aqara's G410 video doorbell, which is Matter-compatible and supports Apple's HomeKit Secure Video, is now available to buy.
Announced in January, the Doorbell Camera Hub G410 introduces several notable upgrades, including a 2K resolution sensor for sharper video, a 175-degree field of view, and built-in mmWave presence detection to reduce false alerts.
The G410 also...
8 Ways iPadOS 26 Makes Your iPad More Like a Mac
The lines between iPad and Mac have never been blurrier – and with iPadOS 26, currently in beta and coming this fall, Apple is leaning further into that overlap than ever before. The latest update brings a suite of powerful new features that elevate the iPad's utility, bridging the gap between touch-first tablet and full-fledged desktop machine.
From enhanced multitasking to advanced file ...
IKEA Goes All-In on Matter for Apple HomeKit Compatibility
IKEA plans to overhaul its smart home lineup with full Matter support, making its budget-friendly products compatible with Apple Home and other ecosystems without requiring the company's own hub, reports The Verge.
Starting in January 2026, the Swedish furniture giant will release more than 20 new Matter-over-Thread smart lights, sensors, and remotes. The products will work directly with...
HBO Max Name Returns After Two Years as Max
Warner Bros. Discovery has completed its reversal from Max back to HBO Max today, marking the end of a widely criticized two-year experiment.
The streaming service's website and mobile apps now display the HBO Max branding once again. Max.com redirects to hbomax.com, while both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store have updated their listings. Users won't need to download a new app, as...
iPhone 17 Air Design, Specs, and More: All the Rumors So Far
Latest Update: July 8 – iPhone 17 Air to come in new light blue finish
This year, Apple is expected to discontinue the iPhone "Plus" device in its iPhone 17 lineup to make way for an iPhone "Air," so-called because of its ultra-thin profile.
Below is a compilation of every rumor and leak we have registered from reputable sources thus far about Apple's new entry in its flagship...
How Thin Is the iPhone 17 Air?
Apple's rumored iPhone 17 Air could be the company's thinnest iPhone ever, with multiple sources pointing to a remarkably slim design that could redefine smartphone portability.
Image showing iPhone 17 Air dummy alongside the standard iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro
The most consistent thickness estimate comes from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who believes the iPhone 17 Air will measure just 5.5mm at...
How to Get These 4 New AirPods Features Today
Like previous iPhone software updates, iOS 26 adds several new features to Apple's AirPods. While iOS 26 will be officially released this fall, there's nothing stopping you from installing the latest iOS 26 beta – and getting access to the new AirPods features today.
New AirPods Features
Apple's upcoming iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe updates add the following new features to AirPods, ...
How to Adjust Mac Volume and Brightness More Precisely
On a Mac that has a top row of function keys, Apple includes volume and brightness controls that can be used to make adjustments in stepwise increments. However, there may be times when you want to make more fine grained adjustments to these settings than the default increments allow – in which case, read on.
Whenever you tap the volume or brightness controls on your keyboard, you'll see...
Apple to Launch Entirely New MacBook Model Next Year
Rumors out of Asia captured the attention of Apple fans in 2023 with claims that Apple planned to offer a more affordable MacBook for budget-conscious customers and students which would compete with Google's Chromebooks. Those rumors cooled in 2024 when Walmart started selling the MacBook Air with M1 chip in the United States for $699. However, based on new information, we now believe this was...
Bluesky Adds New Notification Options, Including for Specific Accounts
Bluesky is rolling out some updates to enhance its notifications system, offering users of the social media platform and X (Twitter) rival a more customizable alerts experience.
First, there's a new Activity Notifications that enables you to receive alerts only for specific accounts, which is useful if you want to keep up to date with a particular friend, brand, or media outlet – like MacRumo...
Apple to Launch iPhone 17e Next Spring, Claims Korean Report
Apple plans to launch a second-generation iPhone 17e next spring, reports Korean outlet The Elec.
According to the report, the iPhone 17e will use the same OLED panel as that found in the iPhone 16e – a panel that originally debuted in the iPhone 14 – as part of its efforts to use lower-cost components based on established production lines.
Similar to the iPhone 16e, which launched...
