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 to Produce 8.5 Million OLED iPad Pro Models This Year
Apple has ordered an initial 8.5 million OLED display panels from South Korean suppliers for its upcoming redesigned iPad Pro models, which are expected to arrive as soon as this month. The refresh will mark the biggest design update to the Pro lineup since 2018.
Apple is relying on different OLED display suppliers for the upcoming ~11-inch and ~13-inch iPad Pro models, with Samsung Display...
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Windows Migration Assistant Upgraded for macOS Sonoma 14.4
In addition to releasing the latest macOS Sonoma 14.4 update on Thursday, Apple also released a new version of its Windows Migration Assistant software for PCs to include compatibility with the latest version of macOS.
Version 3.0.0.0 of the utility provides support for users looking to migrate their data from a PC running Windows 10 or later to Apple's latest Mac operating system. The...
How to Update to HomePod Software 17.4
Like iPhones, iPads, Macs, the Apple Watch, and the Apple TV, the HomePod and HomePod mini are updated with new software on a regular basis. The most recent update was released on March 7, and enables Siri to learn what your preferred media service is.
By default, updates are installed on your HomePod devices automatically, but there's also a way to force an update if new software is...
M3 MacBook Air Models Now Available for Same-Day Pickup
Starting today, Apple's refreshed MacBook Air models with M3 chips are available for same-day or next-day pickup at Apple Stores, with no pre-order required. Online orders are also beginning to arrive to customers today.
Customers across the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, and other regions can now place an order on Apple's website or in the Apple Store app and arrange for in-store...
Shuffle a Specific Photo Album on iPhone Home Screen
In iOS 17, Apple added a new feature to the Photos widget that enables you to view pictures from a specific album in your photo library right on your iPhone's Home Screen. Here's how it works.
Previously in iOS, the Photos widget was limited to showing featured pictures selected for you by the Photos algorithm, meaning there was no way to choose a custom album in your library for the widget...
EU Probes Apple's Decision to Shut Down Epic's Developer Account
The European Commission has requested "further explanations" from Apple over its decision yesterday to terminate the developer account of Epic Games, the Financial Times reports.
The EC said it was investigating under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a new law aimed at curbing the power of the biggest online platforms. Tech companies faced a March 7 deadline to comply with the legislation. The ...
How to Add Widgets to Your iPhone Lock Screen
Apple has improved the Lock Screen on iPhones in recent years, making it more customizable than ever and able to display information-rich widgets. This article shows you how to add select widgets your iPhone's Lock Screen in iOS 16 and later.
Lock Screen Widgets used to be the sole preserve of Android phones, but in 2022 Apple finally added them to iPhone when it overhauled the Lock...
Alternative iOS App Stores Only Work for 'Grace Period' When Traveling Outside of EU
With the release of iOS 17.4, iPhone users in the European Union can access third-party app stores, but Apple warns that EU users traveling outside of the bloc will only have a "grace period" before some features stop working altogether when they're away.
From Apple's support document detailing alternative app marketplaces:
If you leave the European Union for short-term travel, you'll...
iOS 17.4: Get Siri to Read Messages to You in Another Language
In iOS 17.4, which is now available, a new feature enables Siri to read incoming messages to you in the language(s) of your choosing. Keep reading to learn how it works.
Previously in iOS 17, Siri's interaction with Messages was limited to one option – the ability for Siri to automatically send your dictated messages without asking you to confirm them first.
In iOS 17.4, however, Siri...
iOS 17.4: Using Apple's New Podcast Transcript Feature
In iOS 17.4, which is now available, Apple has added audio transcripts to the Podcasts app for iPhone, meaning you can now read along to your favorite podcasts as they are spoken.
In iOS 17.4, Apple has added support for auto-generated transcripts in its Podcasts app, offering users another way to enjoy podcast content rather than simply listening to what is being said. (To update your...
Translate Webpages in Safari on iPhone and iPad
On iPhone and iPad, Apple includes a Translate app that can translate several different languages in real-time, and Safari has integrated translation capabilities, too.
Thanks to its webpage Translation feature, Safari will automatically detect if it can translate a foreign webpage you visit based on your Preferred Languages list. Keep reading to learn how it all works.
At the time of...
Playing Third-Party Streaming Services on HomePod Is About to Get Easier
Siri on HomePod will soon be able to remember what your preferred media service is, thanks to an upcoming software update from Apple.
With the release of HomePod 17.4 software, Siri will learn what third-party app you like to play media through most often, which is a change to the way things currently work.
As things stand, HomePod users need to set up third-party audio services in the...
Upcoming M3 MacBook Pro Software Update Unlocks This Major New Feature
Apple will add multi-display support to 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro models via a software update in the near future, the company has confirmed.
Apple's new M3 MacBook Air models include support for up to two 5K external displays when the laptop's lid is closed, a feature that is not currently available on the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the same M3 chip.
The 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro supports one...
First Benchmark Result Surfaces for MacBook Air With M3 Chip
An early benchmark result for the new MacBook Air has surfaced, providing a closer look at the M3 chip's performance in Apple's latest laptops.
In a Geekbench 5 result spotted by MySmartPrice, the MacBook Air with the M3 chip and 16GB of unified memory achieved a single-core score of 3,157 and a multi-core score of 12,020. The results have a "Mac15,13" identifier, which indicates they are...
iPhone Sales in China Declined 24% in First Six Weeks of 2024
Apple's iPhone sales in China saw a significant decline in the first six weeks of this year that saw it lose the title of China's best-selling smartphone maker to a local vendor.
iPhone sales dropped by 24 percent, pushing Apple down to fourth among smartphone makers in the country, according to Counterpoint Research. Vivo took the top spot, thanks to its success in the budget segment of the ...
ChatGPT for iPhone and iPad Can Now Read Responses Out Loud
OpenAI has announced a new Read Aloud feature for its official ChatGPT app for iPhone and iPad that allows users to have the chat bot read responses out loud in one of five voice options.
In the app, tap and hold the chat bot's text response, and then tap Read Aloud. You can also play, pause, or rewind the readout. The feature, which is also available on the web version of ChatGPT, adds...
M3 MacBook Air Supports More External Displays Than M3 MacBook Pro
If you frequently work with external displays, it's worth noting that Apple's just-announced M3 MacBook Air models support two external displays – one more than the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the same M3 chip.
Launched last October, the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 chip simultaneously supports one external display with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz.
In contrast, both the 13-inch and 15-inch ...
13-Inch M2 MacBook Air Now Starts From $999, 15-Inch M2 Model Discontinued
Following the announcement of new M3 MacBook Air models, Apple has reduced the starting price of the 13-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip by $100, putting it at under $1,000 for the first time.
Apple originally launched the 13-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip in June 2022 with a $1,199 starting price, but dropped the price to $1,099 in June 2023 when the 15-inch MacBook Air with M2 chip was...
M3 MacBook Air Supports Up to Two External Displays With Lid Closed
Apple's new MacBook Air models with M3 chip include support for up to two external displays with the laptop lid closed.
The previous generation MacBook Air models with M2 chip, the 13-inch model of which Apple still sells, only officially offer support for one external display with up to 6K resolution at 60Hz.
By contrast, the new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models support one...
Gurman: Apple May Limit Announcements to New Accessories This Week
Apple likely plans to launch a new accessory this week rather than a major product, with stores currently planning for only a minor refresh, predicts Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
The prediction follows a rumor we reported on over the weekend that Apple plans to announce new products with press releases on its website this week.
Apple stores are actually planning a larger refresh early next...
