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.

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iPhone 17 May Support Qi 2.2, Capable of Up to 50W Wireless Charging

Thursday June 5, 2025 2:54 am PDT by
Apple appears to be moving to the next-generation Qi 2.2 wireless charging standard, according to regulatory filings on Taiwan's NCC certification website. Qi2.2 is the forthcoming update to the Wireless Power Consortium's (WPC) Qi standard, building on improvements introduced with Qi 2.1. Spotted by 91mobiles.com, the filings reveal two new MagSafe charger models – A3503 and A3502 –...
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Make Live Photos Loop, Bounce, and More on iPhone

Wednesday June 4, 2025 8:10 am PDT by
Apple's Live Photos, introduced in 2015, are photos that capture 1.5 seconds of video before and after you take a picture, with the aim of adding a little bit of life and movement to still images. Since introducing Live Photos, Apple has added some effects to its Photos app that let you turn them into fun animated clips, which you can then share with family, friends, or the wider world. ...
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Use Apple Watch Backtrack to Retrace Your Steps

Wednesday June 4, 2025 7:50 am PDT by
On Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Series 6 and later models running watchOS 9 and newer, you can use the Compass app's Backtrack feature to track your route and then help you retrace your steps in case you get lost. Backtrack uses the GPS on your Apple Watch to create a virtual breadcrumb trail of your route so you don't have to worry about keeping track of where you're...
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CarPlay to Get Massive Interface Redesign Later This Year

Wednesday June 4, 2025 6:31 am PDT by
We've been hearing plenty about iOS 26's dramatic visual overhaul, but it looks like CarPlay won't be left behind, if a new rumor is anything to go by. According to 9to5Mac, Apple is planning to bring the same design language to CarPlay that's coming to iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. The extent of the redesign remains unclear, but Apple is reportedly working on multiple changes to ...
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iOS 26 May Bring Full-Screen Animated Lock Screen Album Artwork

Wednesday June 4, 2025 4:57 am PDT by
Apple Music could get more visual flair in iOS 26 with full-screen animated artwork coming to the Lock Screen, according to 9to5Mac. The rumored feature would expand on recent changes to the Lock Screen's Now Playing view. Currently, maximized album artwork from the Now Playing widget tints the entire interface, creating a more immersive experience when controlling music playback. iOS 26...
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Apple Notes Expected to Gain Support for Exporting in Markdown in iOS 26

Wednesday June 4, 2025 4:37 am PDT by
Apple's Notes app is rumored to be getting limited Markdown support in iOS 26 and macOS 26, according to 9to5Mac. The feature would allow users to export text in the markdown format. Markdown is a lightweight markup language that some writers prefer to use over rich text. Rather than using HTML for bold, italics, links, and headers, Markdown uses quick character shortcuts like **bold** or...
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Ex-Apple Designer Reveals 'Living Glass' iOS 26 Concepts

Wednesday June 4, 2025 4:17 am PDT by
Designer Sebastiaan de With has published an impressive preview of what Apple's rumored iOS redesign might look like, complete with detailed mockups and a design philosophy that he believes could reshape how users interact with their devices. With WWDC just days away, de With – co-founder of photography app maker Lux and former Apple designer – has created what he calls "Living Glass"...
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How to Split a Bill and Tip on Apple Watch

Tuesday June 3, 2025 8:50 am PDT by
All Apple Watch models include a stock Calculator app that offers a couple of handy features for working out how much you should tip when eating out and how much each person in a group owes if you're splitting the bill. The two functions can be used together, but if it's just yourself dining out then you can just leave the People field set to 1. The steps below show you how it works....
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iPhone 17 Could Feature Upgraded 120Hz Display – But No ProMotion

Tuesday June 3, 2025 7:14 am PDT by
A Chinese leaker is throwing cold water on hopes that Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will feature full ProMotion technology, despite earlier rumors suggesting the 120Hz variable refresh rate feature would finally trickle down to non-Pro models. ProMotion has been limited to Apple's premium models since it debuted on the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro Max in 2021, but there ...
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Apple TV+ Reportedly Outbidding NBC for More MLB Games

Tuesday June 3, 2025 5:54 am PDT by
Apple TV+ is emerging as the frontrunner to acquire additional MLB media rights currently held by ESPN, according to a Sports Business Journal report. Sources tell the publication that Apple's offer would likely exceed what NBC has proposed for the same package, particularly if focused on Sunday night games. NBC reportedly bid for all of ESPN's current MLB rights, but the league faces a...
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WhatsApp Drops Support for These iPhone Models

Tuesday June 3, 2025 4:33 am PDT by
WhatsApp has ended support for iOS versions older than iOS 15.1, removing the chat platform's compatibility with several iPhone models in the process. The change began on June 1, after Meta delayed it from an original planned date of May 5. WhatsApp is no longer compatible with iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus models. Users with those devices won't be able to access the encrypted chat...
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YouTube's iOS App Just Dropped Support for These iPhone Models

Tuesday June 3, 2025 4:16 am PDT by
YouTube has updated its iOS app to version 20.22.1, which now requires iOS 16 or later to install and run. The change means several older iPhone models are no longer officially compatible with the app. The affected devices are those that cannot upgrade beyond iOS 15 – namely, the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, and the first-generation iPhone SE. If you have an iPod...
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iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air ProMotion Rumors Disputed by Leaker

Tuesday June 3, 2025 3:16 am PDT by
A Chinese leaker with a mixed track record for accurate predictions has today disputed claims that the regular iPhone 17 and all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air will feature ProMotion displays. ProMotion has been limited to the Pro models since it debuted on the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro Max in 2021, but several sources have suggested that Apple will this year fit the 120Hz variable...
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How to Fix Apple TV's Annoying Default Keyboard Layout

Monday June 2, 2025 9:24 am PDT by
If you've ever tried entering a complex password on your Apple TV, you know the pain. That default linear keyboard layout has you swiping endlessly left and right, hunting for characters like you're playing some sort of tedious game show. The annoying default keyboard layout on Apple TV Here's a secret that'll save your sanity: You can switch to a grid layout that actually makes sense. Head...
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macOS Quick Tip: Screenshot Straight to the Clipboard

Monday June 2, 2025 8:55 am PDT by
There are several ways you can take screenshots on a Mac. Preview offers the option from its File menu. There's also a little screen capture app in the macOS Utilities folder called Screenshot. But the simplest and most common method is to use your Mac's built-in shortcut key combinations. Taking a screenshot is as easy as hitting Shift-Command-3 to capture the whole screen, or Shift-Command...
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Apple's ChatGPT Rival Moves Forward, But Siri's Future Still Uncertain

Monday June 2, 2025 5:27 am PDT by
More details have emerged regarding Apple's plans to dramatically improve Siri by leveraging large language models (LLMs) that will make it more conversational and capable of nuanced reasoning. Meanwhile, Apple's work on a ChatGPT competitor model is also moving forward. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the company is internally testing a broad range of models of varying complexity....
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Apple Appeals EU Digital Markets Act Interoperability Rules

Monday June 2, 2025 3:43 am PDT by
Apple has filed an appeal against the European Union's Digital Markets Act interoperability requirements, calling the rules "deeply flawed" and a threat to user security (via The Wall Street Journal). Apple submitted its challenge to the EU's General Court in Luxembourg on May 30, targeting the Commission's March decision that requires Apple to make iOS more compatible with rival products...
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Shortcuts App to Get Revamp With Apple Intelligence Integration

Monday June 2, 2025 3:25 am PDT by
Apple is working on a revamped version of its Shortcuts app that features Apple Intelligence integration, reports Bloomberg. For anyone unfamiliar with the Shortcuts app, the tool lets users create custom workflows or actions – called shortcuts – to perform tasks automatically or with minimal interaction. Actions can include anything from sending messages to controlling smart home...
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macOS Tahoe: Everything We Know So Far

Monday June 2, 2025 2:40 am PDT by
The Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple's annual developer and software-oriented event, is less than three weeks away. We haven't heard a great deal about macOS Tahoe ahead of its announcement this year, so we could be in for some major surprises when June 9 rolls around. Here's what we know so far about the next major update to Apple's Mac operating system. macOS Tahoe Every year ...
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Why Apple TV Beats Roku and Fire TV for Privacy Protection

Monday June 2, 2025 2:05 am PDT by
The Apple TV is much more private than competing streaming hardware, offering users a rare refuge from the pervasive tracking that defines most smart TV experiences, according to a comprehensive analysis by Ars Technica. The main difference is said to be Apple's approach to automatic content recognition (ACR), the invasive tracking technology that monitors viewing habits on nearly every...