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Macworld It’s official: Apple is fully at liberty to make a portless iPhone if it wants to. There is nothing in EU regulations to say iPhones must feature a USB-C charging port, and a spokesman for the body has confirmed this in writing. Journalists are taught that if someone says it’s raining, and someone else […]

Macworld A few weeks ago, we ran all over town comparing upload and download speeds of the iPhone 16e with Apple’s new C1 modem against the iPhone 16 with Qualcomm’s X71M. The results were clear: Qualcomm was winning, hands-down. At the time, we cautioned that this was just in one metropolitan area (in several varied

The criminals behind a phishing attack aimed at Windows users are now targeting Mac users instead. The goal is to steal your Apple Account credentials (aka Apple ID). The security researchers who uncovered the scam say that it’s one of the most sophisticated attacks ever mounted against Mac users … more…

Macworld Is bigger really better when it comes to smartphones? Sure, the screen might make streaming a little more comfortable, but these days, many of those devices don’t even fit in our pockets or bags. Instead of lugging a tablet-sized smartphone around, consider switching to this mini smartphone. The NanoPhone actually fits in your pocket—it’s smaller

I know, I know. I’m late to the Siri Sucks party. In my defense, Siri’s degree of suck has increased. Siri never used to trip when asked what month it is. Apple’s designers nailed the glow effect though. It’s not just that Siri has steadily fallen apart over the years. The floor for what’s expected

Apple recently confirmed the delay of the new “more personalized” Siri, which was teased last year at WWDC 2024. And while we argue about whether Apple Intelligence can become as good as other AI tools, Siri still struggles to answer a simple question like “what month is it?” more…

We’ve been talking a lot about the rumored “HomePad,” a device that combines both the functionality of a HomePod and an iPad. However, Apple still has plans to update its HomePods – especially the HomePod mini. Here’s a recap of all the latest rumors about the HomePod mini 2. more…

Apple spent many years developing the technology behind its new C1 modem. But before the iPhone 16e’s launch, expectations were that Apple’s C1 would trail Qualcomm’s own 5G modem—at least in this first version. A just-published study of real-world findings, however, tells a different story. more…

Apple has a big software year ahead, with major redesigns coming to iOS 19, macOS 16, and even iPadOS 19. But the company also has a brand new OS launching soon. Here’s everything we know about Apple’s new ‘homeOS.’ more…

As it continues to test a dramatic redesign of its app, Plex has announced several other imminent changes. In a blog post today, the company announced a price increase for its Plex Pass subscription, alongside changes to remote streaming for personal media. more…