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
Kuo: OLED MacBook Pro to Feature Touch Screen Display
Apple's first OLED MacBook Pro, set to enter mass production next year, will feature a touch screen display, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
In his latest post on X (Twitter), Kuo writes that Apple's much-rumored OLED MacBook Pro will incorporate a touch panel using on-cell touch technology. On-cell touch technology integrates the touch sensors directly into the display panel's top...
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Hard Reset or Force Restart Your iPhone 17 or iPhone Air
Apple's new iPhone 17 has a bigger screen than its predecessor at 6.3 inches, while the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max come in the same sizes as 2024's equivalents. Meanwhile, the all-new ultra-thin iPhone Air replaces last year's Plus model in Apple's lineup. What's common among these new models is that they come with an all-screen design, Dynamic Island, an Action button, and...
iOS 26: Enable the New AutoMix Feature in Apple Music
Apple Music is one of the apps that got a noticeable Liquid Glass design overhaul in iOS 26, but Apple also added a useful new feature that streamlines song transitions.
AutoMix is designed to transition from one song to another as the currently playing song ends, using time stretching and beat matching for a seamless shift. Apple says that it's meant to work "like a DJ."
Songs are...
iOS 26: Move Lock Screen Widgets to Bottom of iPhone Display
Apple has improved the Lock Screen on iPhones in recent years, making it more customizable than ever and able to display information-rich widgets. In iOS 26, Apple has added another custom option to the Lock Screen – the ability to position widgets at the bottom of your iPhone's display.
In iOS 18, the row of widgets on your Lock Screen was literally locked in place right below the clock....
iOS 26: All the New iPhone Lock Screen Customizations
Apple has now made iOS 26 available to download on compatible iPhone models, and if you just installed the new software, Apple has made some changes and feature additions to the iPhone Lock Screen that you may want to check out.
To download iOS 26 on your iPhone, go to Settings ➝ General ➝ Software Update, then let your device check Apple's servers for the latest software. Wait for the...
One AirPods Pro 3 Feature Upgrade Comes With a Catch [Updated]
Apple's new AirPods Pro 3 boast a range of new features and improvements that make them a tempting upgrade over previous models, but there's one enhancement that only lives up to its promise if you pair the earbuds with a new iPhone 17.
The third-generation AirPods Pro Charging Case is equipped with a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip that enables Precision Finding. This feature helps...
How to Get Your iPhone Ready for iOS 26
Apple is scheduled to release iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 on Monday, September 15, bringing a host of new features to existing iPhones and iPads, such as a Liquid Glass design overhaul, new Home Screen customization options, a streamlined Camera app, new Phone app features, and more.
This article covers some of the things you can do to prepare your iPhone or iPad for Apple's latest mobile...
Apple Delays iPhone Air Launch in China Over eSIM Approval Issues
Apple has postponed the release of its new iPhone Air in China while it works with mainland authorities to resolve regulatory issues related to the device's eSIM requirement, according to the South China Morning Post.
Apple on Friday morning reportedly updated its Chinese website, replacing the original September 12 pre-order and September 19 launch schedule for the iPhone Air with the...
Does My iPhone Support iOS 26?
Apple will release iOS 26 on Monday, September 15. Much has changed in Apple's iPhone software, including a new translucent "Liquid Glass" redesign along with several new features and updates to its core apps. If you're looking to install iOS 26, you should make sure that your iPhone model is compatible, otherwise it won't show up in Settings ➝ General ➝ Software Update on your device on the...
Will My Mac Run macOS Tahoe?
macOS Tahoe, Apple's latest operating system for Macs, is launching on Monday, September 15, but it's important to know that macOS Tahoe drops support for a handful of Mac models compared to the previous macOS Sequoia.
macOS Tahoe is compatible with the following Mac models, according to Apple:
MacBook Air with Apple silicon (2020 and later)
MacBook Pro with Apple silicon (2020 and...
watchOS 26: 10 New Things Your Apple Watch Can Do
Along with the launch of new Apple Watch models on September 19, Apple is releasing watchOS 26 ahead of time on Monday, September 15, and the software update is bringing several new features that should make all compatible Apple Watch models smarter and more helpful.
Provided you own a model that supports watchOS 26, here are 10 new things you'll be able to do with your Apple Watch when the ...
How Much Does Each iPhone 17 Model Cost?
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 17 series and an all-new iPhone Air – a fresh addition to its flagship smartphone lineup and the thinnest model it has ever made. So how much does each device cost taking into account storage options as well as the previous iPhone 16 series?
The full selection of iPhone models and storage options available from Apple is as follows:
128GB
256GB
512GB...
Apple Store Down Ahead of iPhone 17 Pre-Orders
Apple's online store is down ahead of iPhone 17, iPhone Air, and iPhone 17 Pro pre-orders, which are expected to be available at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time in the United States.
"We love that early energy," reads the Apple Store's message when visiting the U.S. website. "Almost ready for you. Pre-order begins at 5:00 a.m. PDT. See you soon." Apple has been doing 5:00 a.m. pre-orders for the last ...
Apple Watch Hypertension Alerts Get FDA Clearance, Launching Next Week
Apple's hypertension detection feature for Apple Watch has received FDA clearance and will launch next week, according to 9to5Mac.
When Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 on Tuesday, the company said it expected FDA approval "soon" for hypertension alerts. That clearance has now been granted.
The feature will be available on Apple Watch Series 9 and later,...
Here's When iPhone 17 Pre-Orders Begin in Every Time Zone
Pre-orders for the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max are set to begin on Friday, September 12 at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time, with the new devices set to become available for pre-order in multiple countries around the world simultaneously.
We've compiled pre-order times for various countries to help MacRumors readers be among the first to order. This list isn't...
AirPods Live Translation Blocked for EU Users With EU Apple Accounts
Apple's new Live Translation feature for AirPods will be off-limits to millions of European users when it arrives next week, with strict EU regulations likely holding back its rollout.
Apple says on its feature availability webpage that "Apple Intelligence: Live Translation with AirPods" won't be available if both the user is physically in the EU and their Apple Account region is in the EU....
Apple Cut Base iPhone 16 Storage Options to Just 128GB
Following the debut of the iPhone 17 lineup on Tuesday, Apple quietly updated its iPhone 16 lineup so that the standard iPhone 16 is now sold only in a 128GB configuration for $699. The previous storage tiers of 256GB and 512GB for the base iPhone 16 have been discontinued.
The iPhone 16 Plus retains slightly more flexibility by remaining available in both 128GB and 256GB versions, although ...
visionOS 26 RC Features New Jupiter Environment for Vision Pro
Apple made the visionOS 26 release candidate available to Vision Pro developers on Tuesday, and one of the more interesting additions in this version is a new Jupiter environment.
Apple previewed the Jupiter environment for WWDC attendees in June, but this is the first time that Vision Pro owners have been able to try it out for themselves in the comfort of their own home.
In visionOS...
watchOS 26 Adds Four New Apple Watch Faces
When Apple previewed watchOS 26 in June at WWDC, the company didn't reveal any new watch faces, but now we know Apple was just holding them back to show off with the new Apple Watch models that it unveiled on Tuesday.
During its "Awe dropping" event, Apple also dropped the release candidate of watchOS 26. As it turns out, there are four new watch faces included in the upcoming update, some...
Apple's New-Look AirPods Lineup After AirPods Pro 2 Discontinued
Apple announced third-generation AirPods Pro on Tuesday at its "Awe dropping" event, and the company has discontinued AirPods Pro 2 to make room for them in its new-look lineup.
Here's how Apple's AirPods offering looks like now:
AirPods 4 – $129
AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancelation – $179
AirPods Pro 3 – $249
AirPods Max – $549AirPods Pro 3 have the same $249 price tag as the...
