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iOS 26.3 Adds “Limit Precise Location” for Better Carrier Privacy

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple added a new privacy control in iOS 26.3 that gives you more control over how mobile networks see your location. The feature is called Limit Precise Location, and it works only on devices that use Apple’s own modem. It reduces how much location…

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Apple Seeds iOS 26.3 Beta 3 Ahead of February Release

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has released iOS 26.3 beta 3 for iPhone. This update continues to refine the next version of iOS with a focus on switching from Android, small wallpaper changes, and system level improvements. It also builds on the work Apple started with iOS …

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macOS Tahoe 26.3 Beta 3 Now Available for Developers

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.3 beta 3 for developers. The new build number is 25D5112c, and it arrives on the same day as Apple’s iOS 26.2.1 release. This is still an early beta cycle. So far, beta testers have not spotted major new features…

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Apple Seeds watchOS 26.3 Beta 3 Ahead of February Public Release

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has started a new week of Apple Watch software updates. After releasing watchOS 26.2.1 earlier today, Apple has now seeded watchOS 26.3 beta 3 to developers for testing. The latest developer beta carries build number 23S5611c and shows up t…

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tvOS 26.3 Beta 3 Now Available for Developers

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple pushed out iOS 26.2.1 on January 26, 2026, and the company has now seeded tvOS 26.3 beta 3 to developers as the next step in the 26.3 testing cycle. This update lands a couple of weeks after tvOS 26.3 beta 2 (23K5600b), which Apple listed o…

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visionOS 26.3 Beta 3 Released for Apple Vision Pro Developers

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has rolled out visionOS 26.3 beta 3 for developers, continuing the testing cycle for Apple Vision Pro. The update arrived the same day Apple shipped iOS 26.2.1 to the public, marking another busy release day across Apple’s software lineup. …

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Apple Releases Third RCs for macOS Sequoia 15.7.4 and macOS Sonoma 14.8.4

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple pushed out more testing builds on January 26, 2026. Alongside iOS 26.3 beta 3, the company has now released the third Release Candidate (RC) builds for macOS Sequoia 15.7.4 and macOS Sonoma 14.8.4, which usually means the public rollout is get…

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Apple Releases iOS 18.7.4, iOS 16.7.13, iOS 15.8.6, iOS 12.5.8 Alongside iOS 26.2.1

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple pushed out a batch of iPhone and iPad updates on January 26, 2026. Along with iOS 26.2.1 and iPadOS 26.2.1, Apple also released iOS 18.7.4, iOS 16.7.13, iOS 15.8.6, and iOS 12.5.8 for older devices that cannot upgrade to iOS 26. These updat…

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Upcoming Apple products in 2026: the full list so far, and it’s insanely good

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

As of January 26, 2026, Apple has not published an official 2026 hardware roadmap. What we have instead are reports from reliable leakers, analysts, and supply-chain watchers. Based on those reports, Apple is expected to ship 20+ products in 2026, i…

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Can you run Windows 11 on Mac Mini M4? I tested, so you don’t have to

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Yes. A Mac mini with the M4 chip can run Windows 11, but not as a native dual boot. You run it either in a virtual machine (VM) using the ARM64 version of Windows 11, or you stream Windows from the cloud using Windows 365. Microsoft’s own guidance f…

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iOS 26.2.1 Now Available With AirTag 2 Support and Bug Fixes

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has released iOS 26.2.1 for iPhone, about a month after iOS 26.2. This is a smaller update, but it matters if you plan to use the new AirTag (2nd generation). Apple says iOS 26.2.1 “provides support for AirTag (2nd generation) along with bug f…

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Apple releases watchOS 26.2.1 with AirTag Precision Finding on Apple Watch

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has released watchOS 26.2.1 for Apple Watch. The update adds support for AirTag Precision Finding and also includes bug fixes and performance improvements. It focuses on helping you locate lost items faster and with better accuracy, right from…

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Apple is testing a thinner Face ID system for iPhone Air 2, says Report

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple is working on a much thinner Face ID system to free up space inside the iPhone Air. The goal is to fit a second rear camera, likely an ultra-wide lens, without making the phone thicker. The iPhone Air already pushes its design limits, so Apple…

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iPhone Users Want Android-Style Specific Volume Controls in iOS

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

iPhone owners deal with a familiar mess: you lower the volume to watch a video, then you miss calls because the ringer also drops. You crank the ringer for an important call, then your next YouTube clip blasts your ears. iOS gives you a clean interf…

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Why I still miss the MacBook Pro Touch Bar: An underrated feature Apple shouldn’t have dropped

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

I still miss the MacBook Pro Touch Bar. Not because it was some “pro workflow revolution” the way Apple originally pitched it, but because in day-to-day use it genuinely made my Mac feel faster and more convenient in small ways that added up. Mos…

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Which iPhones Support AirTag 2 Precision Finding

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

AirTag 2 is now available, and Apple highlights its improved Precision Finding as one of the biggest upgrades. The new model uses a stronger Ultra Wideband chip that extends tracking distance by up to 50 percent, but not every iPhone can use this wi…

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Apple Confirms iOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1 Are Coming Soon for New AirTag Support

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has already tipped its hand on two upcoming software updates: iOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1. You will not find a full changelog yet, but Apple’s own AirTag announcement and store pages show why these updates matter, especially if you plan to b…

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2026 iPhone launch calendar: Every New iPhone model rumored so far (Including the first foldable)

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Right now, the most talked-about 2026 iPhone lineup looks like this: a budget iPhone early in the year, then new Pro models in the fall, plus Apple’s first foldable iPhone. A thin “Air” style iPhone has also been rumored, but at least one major repo…

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2026 MacBook Lineup: All upcoming models, specs leaks, and release dates

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

As of January 26, 2026, leaks and analyst reports point to four MacBook launches in 2026: a cheaper entry MacBook, an M5 MacBook Air refresh, an M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro refresh, and a bigger MacBook Pro redesign later in the year that may brin…

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Apple Introduces the Black Unity Apple Watch Band for Black History Month

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

Apple has launched a new Black Unity Apple Watch band that marks Black History Month while focusing on the theme of connection. The company calls this special edition the Unity Connection Braided Solo Loop and describes it as a way of “celebrating t…

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Grok Under EU Investigation as Reports Claim 23,000 CSAM Images in 11 Days

maandag 26 januari 2026 inThe Mac Observer (Mac algemeen)

The European Union has opened a formal investigation into xAI’s Grok chatbot after reports that it generated large volumes of child sexual abuse material. The move adds to growing pressure on the company as regulators and lawmakers question how the …

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