Original HomePods, new iPads, and rumors of future iPhones on the AppleInsider Podcast

Apple now regards the original HomePods as vintage, but that won't stop them working As the original HomePods officially become vintage items, Apple is said to be readying even more new iPads. Plus iOS 18 and iPhone 16 are old news, it's time to talk about 2025's releases, on the AppleInsider podcast. Host Wesley Hilliard…

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New HomePod with a display could hijack the iPhone 16 launch this fall

The long-rumored HomePod with a display could finally be coming to market. According to MacRumors, “code discovered on Apple’s backend” reveals a new device identified as “HomeAccessory17,1.” The name resembles “AudioAccessory,” which Apple uses for its HomePod. MacRumors also found references to a variant of tvOS for the device, similar to what the current HomePod…

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How Apple’s screen plans could improve the HomePod

Apple’s original smart speaker, the HomePod, first went on sale in February 2018, followed by the HomePod mini in November 2020. The original HomePod was then discontinued in March 2021, only for Apple to reintroduce the larger speaker in January 2023, indicating that it wasn’t done with the smart speaker market yet. And now, rumors…

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Data Rescue 6 review

At a GlanceExpert's Rating ProsExcellent toolset and recovery systemGood user interfaceHelpful Scan Management system allows you to manage and continue up to 15 scansConsHigh subscription-based license priceThe software’s last update was in 2023, lack of communication from tech support and PRNo current means of creating a macOS Sonoma recovery driveOur VerdictAn excellent set of tools,…

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Google wants to cut its reliance on Apple for search revenue

Google pays Apple a cut of its revenue for searches made through the Safari browser Facing a potential court ruling that would force Google to stop paying to be the iPhone's default engine, the company is increasingly trying to lessen its dependence on Apple. Previous reports on the Department of Justice's antitrust case against Google…

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Grab Apple’s M1 iMac for $999 with this exclusive deal

Pick up a blue M1 iMac for just $999. Apple Authorized Reseller Adorama is clearing out remaining M1 iMac inventory and that equates to big deals for AppleInsider readers. Using promo code APINSIDER at Adorama, readers can pick up Apple's M1 iMac 24-inch for just $999* in the popular blue colorway. Equipped with the 7-core…

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Charge your devices with lightning speed with this tiny $18 Anker charger

No one has time to wait around for their phones to get charged for hours on end, so finding the Anker 45W USB-C charger for just $18 at Amazon got us excited, especially since the MSRP is $24. This is a compact powerhouse that will fill up your devices quickly and safely. Thanks to the…

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Apple prepares suppliers for iPhone 16 Tetrarprism lens expansion

Render of the iPhone 16 Pro The Tetraprism lens used in the iPhone 15 Pro Max will be used in more models for the iPhone 16 generation, according to a report seemingly confirming more orders for the component. According to industry sources of DigiTimes Asia, Apple is preparing to expand the use of periscope lenses.…

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Epic Games Store for iOS fails to pass review over some button designs

Epic Games Store Epic Games has hit out against Apple for allegedly dragging its heels to approve the Epic Games Store in the EU, calling Apple's objection to a few button designs and locations a violation of the Digital Markets Act. Epic Games has long held the dream of opening its own app marketplace instead…

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