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Zero-Tap iMessage Hack Let Hackers Slip Into iPhones Undetected

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Citizen Lab has published the first forensic confirmation that Paragon Solutions’ “Graphite” spyware infected iPhones belonging to at least two European journalists, exploiting a previously unknown iMessage flaw that Apple fixed in February with iOS…

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My Honest Take After I Switched from M2 to M4 MacBook Air

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

I recently tested the latest M4 model after using the M2 for the longest time. Right off the bat, I noticed a performance boost with the M4 thanks to better thermal handling, especially during sustained tasks like video exports. Everyday tasks (e.g.…

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Apple’s 11-inch M3 iPad Air is $100 Off at Best Buy

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

If you're looking for some Apple M3 power with extra portability, then it's time to head over to Best Buy and check out their deal which saves you $100 off the 11-inch M3 iPad Air. Bringing the total price down to $499, this 128GB model is perfect f…

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iOS 26 vs iOS 18: 8 Changes You’ll Notice Instantly

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple just unveiled iOS 26, the official successor to iOS 18, at its WWDC 2025 keynote event. The jump in the version number mirrors the leap in design, with Apple calling it the biggest design overhaul since iOS 7. Right from brand-new design to po…

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Apple Says Siri’s New Features Will Launch in 2026

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has confirmed that the long-awaited Siri upgrades, originally expected with iOS 18, will not arrive until 2026. This puts an end to speculation about whether the new AI-driven assistant would appear in the upcoming iOS releases. Previously,…

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Get a New Pair of AirPods Pro 2 for Just $169 at Amazon

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Anyone looking for some of the best high-fidelity earbuds should take a quick look at Amazon. You can get the AirPods Pro 2 for just $169. If hearing your favorite songs and artists with the power of Spatial Audio isn't enough to break out your wall…

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iOS 26 Tightens Parental Controls With Age-Smart Defaults

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple is broadening its parental-control arsenal just in time for the fall launch of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, visionOS 26, and tvOS 26. In a newsroom update dated June 11, the company outlined tools that promise age-appropriate…

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No, Apple Did Not Copy Windows Vista with macOS Liquid Glass

donderdag 12 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple’s unveiling of the Liquid Glass interface at WWDC 2025 drew immediate and predictable comparisons to Microsoft’s Windows Vista. Critics pointed to the translucent visuals, layered depth, and animated gloss as signs of Apple "catching up" to wh…

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iOS 26 vs iOS 18: 8 Changes You’ll Notice Instantly

woensdag 11 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple just unveiled iOS 26, the official successor to iOS 18, at its WWDC 2025 keynote event. The jump in the version number mirrors the leap in design, with Apple calling it the biggest design overhaul since iOS 7. Right from brand-new design to po…

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Genmoji 2.0: What’s New, What’s Missing, and How to Make Yours Better

woensdag 11 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple is bringing Genmoji 2.0 to OS 26. You can now combine two emoji to create a single, expressive image or use typed descriptions to generate new ones from scratch. The Image Playground also gets deeper customization tools, letting you adjust hai…

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macOS Tahoe vs Sequoia: What’s Actually Different?

woensdag 11 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

macOS Tahoe (or macOS 26) is sleek, refined, and a very design-forward update. But beyond the visual polish, what’s actually new? It introduces Apple Intelligence features, a more iOS-like UI, and better visionOS integration. Still, at first glance,…

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All the New Apps Apple Announced at WWDC 2025

dinsdag 10 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

During Apple's "Sleek Peek" WWDC 2025, the gang took us through an avalanche of new apps and features, including the Phone app arriving to macOS, a new dedicated Games app, iOS getting robo-killing Phone and Messages features, Spatial Widgets in vis…

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iOS 26 Wallet Will Now Unlock Even More Cars

dinsdag 10 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple just confirmed at WWDC that its Wallet app will soon unlock and start vehicles from 13 additional automakers, giving iPhone and Apple Watch owners far fewer reasons to carry a fob. The new partners join roughly 20 existing brands that already …

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Apple Intelligence Looks Polished, but Is It Missing Something?

dinsdag 10 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple Intelligence is the backbone of nearly every OS 26 upgrade this year. It’s powering Live Translation in Messages and FaceTime, unlocking smarter Shortcuts, and giving developers access to on-device large language models for the first time. We’…

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How to Restore Missing App Icons to Home Screen on iPhone

maandag 9 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

There are several ways to restore icons to your iPhone home screen. You can restore from the App Library, unhide pages from the Home Screen, disable content restrictions, and adjust the Focus settings. Otherwise, your only option is to re-install th…

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M5 MacBook Pro is coming later this year: Should You Wait or Buy the M4 Now?

zaterdag 7 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

With the M5 MacBook Pro expected later this year and the M4 already on shelves, deciding whether to upgrade now or wait gets tricky. The smartest move is to start with your own needs. If your current setup is holding you back, the M4 is a solid choi…

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Turns Out the iPad Is One of Apple’s Most Popular Devices

woensdag 4 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

The iPad doesn’t make headlines like the iPhone, but it’s quietly become one of Apple’s most-owned devices, second only to the iPhone itself. According to a report from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP), which surveyed U.S. Apple cus…

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I Spent a Month With the M4 MacBook Air and Surface Laptop 7, Here’s the One I’d Keep

woensdag 4 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Which one is superior: the M4 MacBook Air or the Windows Surface Laptop 7? I spent a good amount of time with both, and despite each having similar specs and pricing, I feel my experience drew me to a clear winner. After performing some personal tes…

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iPhone 16e Isn’t Matching the Buzz of SE Models

woensdag 4 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple's latest mid-tier offering, the iPhone 16e, has entered Europe's top 10 smartphone sales charts but falls short when compared to the initial success of its SE predecessors. Launched in late February 2025, the iPhone 16e ended up ninth among…

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visionOS 26 Set To Expand Gaming Capabilities With New Controller Support

dinsdag 3 juni 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple is set to enhance the gaming experience on its Vision Pro headset with the upcoming visionOS 26 update. This update will introduce native support for PlayStation and Xbox controllers, as well as a new category of spatial controllers designed f…

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Upgrading From an M1 Mac? Here’s What You’ll Actually Notice With the M4

zaterdag 31 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

When you upgrade from an M1 Mac to an M4 Mac, you’ll notice a big surge in speed and power efficiency. Newer models can run multiple RAM-heavy apps for hours without overheating. The minimized thermal throttling also contributes to better responsive…

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