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iOS 16.3 and related operating system updates for Apple's various platforms will bring several new features and bug fixes, so when can we expect the updates to arrive? As part of a press release on January 18 announcing a new Unity wallpaper, watch face, and watch band in celebration of Black History Month, Apple revealed that iOS 16.3 and watchOS 9.3 would be released "next week," with...

The AirPods have been around since 2016, and at this point, there have been several iterations along with the launch of the AirPods Pro and the AirPods Max. With three options available, you might be having some trouble figuring out which you should buy. This guide walks through the different AirPods models that you can purchase right now, highlighting the similarities and the differences...

On Friday, we shared a What to Expect Guide that highlights everything we're expecting to see from Apple in 2023, based on current product rumors and historical release data. We're counting on the release of the mixed reality headset that Apple has been working on for years now, along with the Apple silicon Mac Pro and a number of other refreshed Macs. There's an iPhone 15 with a USB-C port...

In 2023, Apple is expected to enter the head-worn wearable market, launching its AR/VR or "mixed" reality headset. With a new product coming, it's going to be an exciting year full of firsts and all the hype that comes with a new product category. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Much of the Mac lineup is due for a refresh, and we're expecting to see new MacBook...

For MacRumors readers who were gifted an Apple Watch for the holidays, we've created a list of useful tips and tricks that you won't want to miss in order to get the most out of your new watch, whether you're new to Apple Watch entirely or upgrading from an earlier version. Apple Watch Basics New to the Apple Watch? We have some how-tos for beginners that will walk you through setup and...

It's just after the holidays, and many people received an iPad as a gift. If that's you and you're new to the ‌iPad‌ or this is your first update in some time, make sure to check out the tips below to get the most out of your new tablet, whether it's an iPad mini, ‌iPad‌, iPad Air, or iPad Pro. Basic Tips for Beginners If you're new to the ‌iPad‌, we have some basic articles that will walk you...

If you were lucky enough to be gifted an iPhone 14 for the holidays, we've got a series of useful tips and tricks for you that will help you get the most out of your new device. First, if you're entirely new to the ‌iPhone‌ or you just want a refresher, we have a long list of basic tips on how to use your ‌iPhone‌ and iOS 16. ‌iPhone‌ Tips for Beginners How to Set Up Your New ‌iPhone‌ or iPad...

Did you just get new AirPods or AirPods Pro? If so, we've rounded up a handy list of tips, tricks, and features that you may not know about to get you acquainted with your new earbuds. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. First up, if you're new to AirPods entirely, we have a list of helpful basic tips on how to use your AirPods. AirPods Basics How to Set Up and...

December is coming to an end and 2023 will be upon us in just a couple of weeks. With holiday breaks and vacations coming up, the end of the month is a great time to sit down and do a little bit of iPhone maintenance to get ready for the new year. If you're like many of us here at MacRumors, you have a lot of cruft in the form of photos that need to be cleaned up, old apps to be deleted,...

Apple today released iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 to the public after more than a month of testing, and the update is a big one that adds a number of important new features. You'll want to upgrade right away for the new additions and for important bug fixes. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. We've outlined all of the changes that are available in both iOS 16.2 and iPadOS ...

Apple is developing a mixed reality AR/VR headset that's set to launch in less than a year, if rumors are to be believed. With new hardware comes new software, and Apple is working on a headset operating system that is set to be called xrOS. This guide aggregates everything that we know about the xrOS operating system that will run on the upcoming AR/VR headset. We'll update this guide over...

Apple with iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 is introducing the Freeform app, which is designed for brainstorming ideas, creating sketches, and collaborating with others on projects. Freeform is basically a blank canvas that you can use for anything. In this guide, we've highlighted the various tools that you can use with the Freeform app on the iPhone and the iPad. Shapes There are hundreds of...

Apple is developing a new version of the iPhone SE, which is expected to feature some major changes. In addition to a new, larger size, Apple will also do away with Touch ID, and add support for Apple Intelligence. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. This guide highlights the rumors that we've heard about the ‌iPhone‌ SE 4 so far. Design The current...

With each new operating system update, there are complaints about battery life, and iOS 16 is no exception. There are oftentimes periods of rapid battery drain after an update due to behind the scenes syncing and updating, but sometimes problems can persist longer. Battery life problems can be caused by new features Apple has implemented, bugs that need to be fixed, or simply an uptick in...

Apple's latest iPad Air and iPad Pro models feature similar designs, Liquid Retina displays, M-series chips, 5G connectivity, and much more in common – so which should you buy? The introduction of the previous, fourth-generation ‌iPad Air‌ in September 2020 brought the device much closer to the ‌iPad Pro‌ in terms of design, and with the most recent model, the ‌iPad Air‌ gained the same M1 chip as ...

Apple today provided the first betas of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 to developers, introducing even more new features that have been promised for the iOS 16 update. We've outlined all of the changes found in the iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 betas so far in this guide. Freeform App Apple debuted a new cross-platform Freeform app in iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1. Designed for...

The Apple TV may not be the most obvious Apple device to consider upgrading – but with a series of minor upgrades in recent years, when should you consider buying a new one? In terms of its set-top box offerings, Apple now only sells the ‌Apple TV‌ 4K (third-generation). The company launched its first modern ‌Apple TV‌ that runs tvOS, the ‌Apple TV‌ HD, in 2015. Since then, it has launched three ...

Apple today released iOS 16.1 to the public after a little over a month of beta testing, adding essential new features to the iOS 16 operating system and debuting a version of iPadOS 16 for the first time. iOS 16.1 adds features that were delayed from the iOS 16 update, plus it tweaks some existing capabilities and interface options. We've outlined everything new in iOS 16.1 below. iCloud ...

Apple today released macOS Ventura, the latest version of the company's Mac operating system. macOS Ventura is a significant update that introduces a new multitasking experience in the form of Stage Manager, overhauls multiple stock apps like Mail and Messages, and adds updated capabilities across the platform. Below, we've selected 50 new features and lesser-known changes that are worth...

Update: iPadOS 16 is rolling out now, though it may take a few minutes before it shows up for some users. First announced in June at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, iPadOS 16‌ is Apple's next-generation operating system for iPad and it is launching today in most countries around the world. Given a simultaneous worldwide release, some countries will not see a launch until the early ...