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Apple Faces Developer Lawsuit After Judge’s Contempt Ruling on App Store Policies

woensdag 7 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple is facing a new class-action lawsuit from app developers who claim the company knowingly defied a U.S. federal court order by continuing to impose inflated commissions on external purchases, violating a 2021 injunction meant to reform its App …

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iOS 18 Is a Mess, and iPhone Users Are Fed Up

woensdag 7 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

It’s been almost a year since Apple rolled out iOS 18, and for many iPhone users, it’s still a frustrating, buggy mess. From the iPhone 14 Pro to the latest iPhone 16 Pro Max, people are reporting the same kinds of problems: lag, freezing, random gl…

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Patreon’s iOS App Now Supports Third-Party Payments

woensdag 7 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Patreon has updated its iOS app to support third-party payment links, following a recent U.S. court ruling that restricts Apple from blocking alternative payment options inside apps. The change, live in version 125.5.0 of the app, allows users t…

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Fortnite iOS Release Date? Epic CEO Reveals It

maandag 5 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Fortnite is set to return to the iOS App Store in the United States this week, according to Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney. In a recent post on X, Sweeney confirmed that the team is working hard to relaunch the game after nearly four years of absenc…

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Tim Cook Pays Tribute to Warren Buffett After Retirement News

zondag 4 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple CEO Tim Cook has paid tribute to Warren Buffett, calling it “one of the great privileges of my life to know him,” following Buffett’s announcement that he will retire as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025. https://twitter.com/ti…

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How Much System Data is Normal on Mac? 

zaterdag 3 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apart from the apps and files you install on your Mac, storage space is also allocated to something called System Data. It's important to know how much system data is normal on a Mac so you can take action if it seems to be hogging too much space. G…

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iPhone 17 Air’s Thin Design May Hurt Battery Life

zaterdag 3 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Air will likely sacrifice battery life for a thinner profile. Internal tests show that only 60% to 70% of users can expect the device to last a full day without recharging. That’s a significant drop from the 80% to 90% ben…

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Apple Shares New Apple Intelligence Demo Video

zaterdag 3 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has released a new hands-on video demonstrating its Apple Intelligence features across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The demo offers a closer look at how these tools work in real scenarios, emphasizing speed, personalization, and integration into dai…

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Apple Partners With Anthropic To Bring Claude AI to Xcode

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple is working with Anthropic to integrate the Claude AI model into Xcode, its core development environment. The new version of Xcode, powered by Claude Sonnet, is already being tested internally and introduces AI-driven tools for writing, editing…

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Why Does iOS Take Up So Much Storage? Here’s How to Reduce It!

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Did you just check your iPhone storage and find that iOS is taking up the most space? This can slow down your device and leave less room for your apps, photos, and files. Unlike things you can easily delete, this large chunk of storage can't be clea…

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Two Years with the iPhone 15 Pro: The Case for Going Caseless

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Today, I'm taking a look at the iPhone 15 Pro after having it as a daily driver for two years. While the news and rumor mill is churning away about what's going on with the iPhone 17, I wanted to let people know the iPhone 15 Pro still has a lot of …

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Apple Approves Spotify Update With External Payment Links

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has officially approved Spotify’s latest iOS app update, which includes external payment links for users in the United States. This makes Spotify the first app to take advantage of newly enforced App Store policy changes that allow develop…

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Apple Updates App Store Rules After Epic Games Ruling

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has updated its App Store Guidelines to allow developers in the U.S. to direct users to external payment options from within their apps. The change comes after a federal court ruled that Apple violated an earlier injunction in its legal ba…

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Tim Cook Says the Tariffs May Cost Apple $900M This Quarter

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple expects to take a $900 million hit this quarter due to Trump's tariffs, CEO Tim Cook said during the company’s earnings call on Thursday. The cost impact, projected for the April–June quarter, stems from a 20% levy on products imported fro…

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Apple Exceeds Q2 Forecasts With $95.4B in Revenue

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple beat Wall Street expectations for the second fiscal quarter of 2025, reporting $95.4 billion in revenue—up from $90.75 billion a year ago and ahead of the $94.68 billion analysts had projected. The company posted $1.65 in earnings per share, t…

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Best Apple Deals this Week: Magic Keyboard 30% Off, AirPods Pro 2 for $170

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Check out this week’s top Apple deals! Whether you’re eyeing a MacBook, iMac, or just some accessories, I've rounded up the best deals you won’t want to miss. 1. Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID Amazon is offering the Apple Magic Keyboar…

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Apple Gear Deals: Power Bank 87% Off, $20 USB-C Dock, and More

vrijdag 2 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple accessories aren't exactly budget-friendly, so scoring a great deal always feels like a true win. Right from power banks to docking stations, I've rounded off the best Apple gear deals available right now. Browse through the list and pick your…

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Apple Ordered to Pay $700M+ Fine in UK Patent Case

donderdag 1 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple must pay over $700 million in damages to Optis Cellular Technology after a landmark ruling by the England and Wales Court of Appeal. The court ordered Apple to pay $502 million for infringing standard-essential 4G patents used in iPhones a…

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How to Record and Mix Multiple Layers in Voice Memos on iPhone

donderdag 1 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

On iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, you can now record a second audio layer (like vocals, narration, or another instrument) over an existing Voice Memo without using headphones. Your iPhone plays the original recording through the speakers while capturing…

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When Is iOS 18.5 Coming Out?

donderdag 1 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

We're about to see a new stable release soon: iOS 18.5. After about a month of beta testing, the software is almost ready for public release. So now, the question on everyone's mind is "When exactly is iOS 18.5 coming out?" Here's the breakdown of w…

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Apple’s Future iPhones Could Fall Apart Under the Weight of Tariffs and Delays

donderdag 1 mei 2025 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Trump’s proposed tariffs on Chinese-made electronics sparked plenty of debate, and the most talked-about issue is the potential $2,300 price tag on the next flagship iPhone. However, a new pricing model isn’t Apple’s only problem. The company’s most…

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