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
Darkroom Photo Editing App Gets New Album Manager
Darkroom, a popular camera app designed for iOS devices, has been updated with new features that enable users to manage albums within the app, rather than in the Photos app.
Once the update is installed, users no longer have to exit the app to manage their photo collection – they can create and edit albums from within the Darkroom interface, and the changes they make will be reflected in...
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Apple Registers Nine Unreleased iPhones and New Mac in Eurasian Database
Apple has registered nine unreleased iPhone models in the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) database, according to listings uncovered by MySmartPrice and confirmed by MacRumors.
The new and unannounced iPhones use the previously unknown model identifiers A2176, A2172, A2341, A2342, A2399, A2403, A2407, A2408, and the A2411.
Rumors have suggested Apple will complete its transition to an...
Twitter Tests Emoji Reactions to Tweets [Updated]
Twitter is testing a new feature that lets users respond to tweets with emoji, according to app reverse engineering expert Jane Manchun Wong (via SocialMediaToday).
Wong shared online a screenshot of the tweet reaction interface, which has an option to respond to a tweet with emoji like crying with laughter, shocked face, and praying hands.
"Retweet," "Retweet with comment," and "React...
Apple Removes Pocket Casts Podcast App From Chinese App Store
Apple on Wednesday removed popular podcast player Pocket Casts from the App Store in China. According to the app's developers, the removal of Pocket Casts was at the request of the country's Cyberspace Administration, which determined that the app could be used to access content regarded as illegal in China.
"We believe podcasting is and should remain an open medium, free of government...
How to Search a Webpage for Specific Text in Safari on iPhone and iPad
If you've ever used Safari on Mac to search an open webpage for a specific word or phrase, you've probably selected the Edit -> Find command in your browser's menu bar or used the Command-F shortcut.
On iPhone and iPad, the way you search within a webpage in Safari isn't so obvious. There are two different methods you can use in Apple's browser, both of which are described below. Once you've...
AAPL Shares Hit New All-Time Closing High
Apple shares climbed to an all-time high at the close of Nasdaq trading on Tuesday, rising $10.53, or 3.16 percent, and hitting $343.99 per share. Apple now has a market value of almost $1.491 trillion.
Despite a bumpy start to the year, tech stocks have fared well during the global health crisis. Apple saw its stocks fall in February and March due to supplier constraints, store closures,...
How to Transfer Your Signal Account and Chat History to a New iPhone or iPad
Encrypted messaging app Signal has introduced a new account transfer feature to make it easier for users to migrate their chat history to a new iPhone or iPad.
The feature is part of Signal's version 3.9.1 update that was released last week, but the company officially announced it in a blog post on Tuesday.
Signal iOS now includes a new feature that makes it possible to switch to a...
Quibi for iPhone Gains Chromecast Support
Quibi has added support for Chromecast, allowing iPhone users to stream content from the short-form video streaming service to Chromecast devices and Android smart TVs.
Quibi is described as a "mobile-first" video platform offering "movie quality" original shows. Programming on Quibi is framed to fit the landscape and portrait modes of phone screens, and come in episodes of 10 minutes or...
How to Use Cloudflare's DNS Service for a Faster and More Secure Internet Connection
Nearly everything on the internet begins with a Domain Name System (DNS) request. When you click a link on a website or send an email, the first thing your device does is consult a DNS to find out which server it should connect to. The DNS does the job of linking a numerical IP address (192.168.1.1, for example) to its more easily identifiable domain name, like macrumors.com. In this way, a DNS...
Apple TV+ Ranked 12th in Customer Satisfaction Index for Video Streaming Services
Apple TV+ is considered to be "below average" for both value and original programming when it comes to customer satisfaction, according to new data shared today by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI).
Apple debuted in the 2019-20 U.S. annual index in 12th position, with a customer satisfaction rating of 74 out of 100, tying both Google Play and HBO.
Topping the index was...
Google Maps Rolls Out COVID-19 Transit and Driving Route Alerts
Google has rolled out several new transit features to Google Maps on iOS and Android that aim to help users travel safely as lockdown measures gradually ease in some countries following the coronavirus pandemic.
The latest version of Google Maps alerts users whose travel will be impacted by COVID-19 restrictions, including requirements like wearing a mask on public transport and whether a...
Apple Webpage Promotes Unique Benefits of iPhone and Apple Watch Integration
Apple has launched a new webpage showcasing the tight integration between iPhone and Apple Watch. "Add them together. Multiply their power," reads the minisite, which highlights the benefits that come with using the two devices in tandem.
Get directions on iPhone and a tap on your wrist when you need to turn. Check your heart rate on Apple Watch and track it over the last hour, day, month,...
When Will iOS 14 Be Released?
Apple typically previews its next-generation operating system for iPhones and iPads during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in San Jose, California in early June, and then officially releases it to the public sometime in September. Apple won't be following its usual formula this year for obvious reasons.
Three months into 2020, the global health crisis had caused governments...
How to Use Your iPhone or iPad Camera on Your Mac
Apple's Continuity Camera feature in macOS Mojave and later allows you to use your iPhone or iPad like a camera extension for your Mac. In other words, you can use your iOS device to scan documents or take a photo of something nearby, and it will appear instantly on your Mac.
Continuity Camera works in many Mac apps, including Finder, Preview, Notes, Mail, Messages, TextEdit, Keynote,...
How to Transfer Files Between Your Mac and Your iPhone and iPad
This article shows you how to share files between your Mac and your iPhone and iPad using the new route in Catalina.
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How to Delete Files on Your iPhone and iPadWith the release of macOS Catalina, Apple said goodbye to iTunes and broke it up into separate Mac apps for Music, Podcasts, and Apple TV,...
How to Mirror Your iPhone or iPad Screen on Apple TV or a Smart TV
Did you know that you can use the AirPlay feature on an iPhone or iPad to mirror its display on an Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV? This article shows you how.
Before following the steps below, make sure that your iOS device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV or AirPlay 2-compatible smart TV.
Not sure if your smart TV supports AirPlay 2? You can find the...
How to Change Your Mac's Computer Name
When you set up a new Mac, macOS gives the computer a generic name that includes the first name of the owner – "Tim's MacBook Pro," for example. This default name is used for identifying the device when someone wants to AirDrop a file to you, when you're connected to a local network, when you're using the Find My app, and more. But there are good reasons why you might want to change it.
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How to Schedule Sleep and Wake Times for Your Mac
If you frequently forget to turn off your Mac at night, you may find its built-in sleep scheduling feature useful.
Using this Energy Saver option, you can set your Mac to automatically go to sleep at a particular time each day, on weekdays, weekends, or only on specific days.
You can also set your Mac to start up, so it's ready and waiting for you to get to work in the morning. To...
How to Enable LED Flash Notifications on iPhone and iPad Pro
Unlike some Android phones, Apple's iPhones don't have a dedicated notification LED that lights up when you get a call, text, or other alert. What iPhones do include is an optional Accessibility feature for the deaf and hard of hearing that blinks the rear camera flash and provides a visual cue for incoming notifications.
Even if your hearing is fine, having a visual cue for incoming alerts...
Apple Watch ECG Feature Likely Coming Soon to Japan and Brazil
Apple has included an ECG function in new Apple Watch models since 2018, providing users in select territories with the ability to measure the electrical activity of their heart. Apple now appears to be ready to extend the ECG feature to Brazil and Japan, based on recent government filings.
According to MacOtakara, Japan's Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) recently updated...
