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
iOS 15: How to Enable Smart Activation for Focus Modes
Apple's new Focus feature in iOS 15 lets you set up your device to help you be in the moment and zone in on a single thing. Focus does this by filtering notifications based on what you're doing, and you can customize Focus modes for specific scenarios.
An optional feature called Smart Activation lets your iPhone automatically turn on particular Focus modes at opportune times through the day, ...
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iOS 15: How to Adjust Home Screen and Lock Screen Settings in Focus Mode
Apple's new Focus feature in iOS 15 lets you set up your device to help you be in the moment and zone in on a single thing. Focus does this by filtering notifications based on what you're doing, and you can customize Focus modes for specific scenarios, like studying, spending time with family, or winding down before bed.
When a Focus mode is active, you can also choose to show only specific ...
iOS 15: How to Allow Time Sensitive Notifications to Bypass Focus Mode
With Focus in iOS 15, you can set an activity that you're doing, such as working, exercising, reading, or spending time with family, and block out the notifications that are unrelated to those tasks. It's like Do Not Disturb, but with more options for refining what you see and what you don't see.
If there's something pressing coming up or an event you're expecting that you don't want to...
Maps in iOS 15 Now Factors Weather Warnings into Suggested Routes
With each iteration, Apple Maps has been getting better at highlighting current traffic incidents and conditions like road closures so you know what to expect on suggested routes. And it looks like as of iOS 15 Beta 3, Maps will now factor weather warnings into your car journeys, too.
Image credit: ChrisSDreiling
First spotted by Redditor ChrisSDreiling, the latest version of Maps will alert...
Chrome Ditched Redesign That Was Similar to Safari in iOS 15, Says Former Google Employee
Apple introduced a sweeping overhaul to its Safari browser's interface on iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey, with a redesign that includes an address bar that floats at the bottom of the screen, changes to the way users switch tabs, and more.
Apple says this new-look Safari has been "reimagined for the way we browse today." In iOS 15, for example, Apple says the new floating address bar...
How to Schedule and Automate Focus Modes
Apple's new Focus feature in iOS 15 lets you set up your device to help you be in the moment and zone in on a single thing. Focus does this by filtering notifications based on what you're doing, and you can customize Focus modes for specific scenarios.
You can activate a Focus on your iPhone when you want to reduce distractions and spotlight your attention on something, but you can also...
Australia Considers Case for Opening iPhone NFC Chip to Third Party Payment Systems
Apple on Monday responded to questions from Australia's parliament about its third-party access approach to the NFC chip in its iPhones, following claims that its Apple Pay system is stifling innovation in the contactless payment technology space.
The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services heard for-and-against arguments from Apple, Google, and others relating...
Larger Redesigned High-End iMac Rumored to Launch Next Year
Apple's larger redesigned iMac will arrive sometime in 2022 rather than later this year, according to the leaker known as "Dylandkt."
On Twitter, Dylandkt claimed that Apple's "high end iMac" is not expected to release in the fourth quarter of 2021 alongside Apple's "M1X Macs" – a reference to Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro models – because "Apple simply does not want their devices to...
Report: iPhone 14 Pro Models to Feature Tough Titanium Alloy Chassis
Next year's "iPhone 14" series is expected to feature high-end models with a new titanium alloy chassis design, claims a new investors report by JP Morgan Chase.
According to the report, the use of titanium alloy will be one of the biggest changes to the case design in the 2022 iPhone series, and Foxconn will be the exclusive manufacturer of the titanium frames for the high-end models....
Meross Launches Modular Smart LED Floor Lamp With HomeKit Support
Meross this week added a height adaptable LED Floor Lamp to its smart home lineup offering Apple HomeKit support.
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Boasting a modular three-piece design, the slim black lamp can be adjusted to a height of 54.7 inches (139cm) for ...
First Episode of 'Ted Lasso' Season 2 Debuts on Apple TV+
"Ted Lasso," the most watched program on Apple TV+, saw its season two opening episode debut on the streaming service today. Apple is celebrating the premiere by giving the comedy series a full-page animated takeover on its website homepage.
"Ted Lasso" sees Jason Sudeikis reviving his Ted Lasso character that first debuted during the 2013 NBC Sports English Premier League coverage. In the ...
Apple and Tim Cook Celebrate 40 Years of Company's Presence in Singapore
Apple today celebrated four decades of the company's presence in Singapore, which was just 16 years old as a nation when Apple's first office opened there in 1981.
Apple Marina Bay Sands retail store
In a press release, Apple hailed its base for Asia Pacific operations as a globally recognized center of innovation and expertise, dedicated to embracing a "high-tech vision for the future."
"We'...
Resellers List AirTag Accessory Color Options Not Yet Offered by Apple
Alongside introducing the new MagSafe Battery Pack last week, Apple debuted new AirTag Leather Loop and AirTag Key Ring accessories in updated colors, but it appears there may be more official shades to come, if existing reseller listings are accurate.
For example, Amazon currently has additional AirTag Loop color options in Capri Blue and Pink Citrus, and both the AirTag Leather Loop and...
Twitter Spaces Will Soon Let You Manipulate the Sound of Your Voice
Twitter is currently working on a "Voice Transformer" – a voice manipulation feature for Spaces, its live audio conversations service that rolled out to more users in May.
"Voice Transformer" will provide several effects for users to change the sound of their voice as they engage in Spaces conversations, which could inject some fun into chats or perhaps be used by people who dislike the...
iOS 15: How to Delete a Focus
In iOS 15, Apple's Focus feature lets you set up Focus modes that when enabled help reduce distractions and allow you to turn your attention to a particular thing.
iOS 15 comes with a handful of pre-set Focus modes, like Sleep, Personal, and Work, and you can also create your own custom configurations to filter notifications based on what you're doing. But how do you delete a Focus you no...
iOS 15: How to Customize a Focus
In iOS 15, Apple's new Focus feature aims to reduce distractions and set your device to help you be in the moment. You can do this by creating a new Focus or selecting a suggested one based on the context, like during work hours or while you're winding down for bed.
If you want to customize a Focus that's already set up, you can do so by going into Settings -> Focus and selecting the Focus...
iOS 15: How to Activate a Focus
Apple's new Focus feature in iOS 15 lets you set your device to help you be in the moment by creating a custom Focus or selecting a suggested one based on the context, like during work hours or while you're winding down for bed.
You can activate a Focus on your iPhone when you want to reduce distractions and give over your attention to a single thing.
Simply launch the Control Center by ...
How to Set and Manage HomePod Timers on iPhone and iPad
Did you know that you can manage multiple timers on your HomePod directly from the Home app on iPhone and iPad? Keep reading to learn how.
Ever since iOS 12, HomePod users have been able to set timers, but previously this was only possible via Siri voice commands and there was no app interface for managing them. These days, however, you can set and manage times in the Home interface. Here's...
Apple Music to Livestream Premiere of Kanye West's New Album 'Donda' on Thursday
Apple Music on Thursday will host a global livestream for the premiere of Kanye West's tenth studio album, titled "Donda."
The sold-out event will take place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, and Apple Music's livestream will start at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
The livestream was revealed in a Beats Studio Buds ad that aired during the NBA Finals. The ad features U.S. track...
How to Get Audible Alerts From Apple Watch About Your Workout Progress
In watchOS 8 and iOS 15, Apple has added a new option that lets you receive audible announcements on your workout progress. This article explains what they do and shows you how to enable them.
Progress alerts are nothing new in third-party workout apps. Most people who have used one will be familiar with the idea: Your workout is in progress, and at some point the app tells you via spoken...
