Hartley Charlton
Hartley is a Senior Editor at MacRumors and co-host of "The MacRumors Show" podcast. In his role, Hartley contributes to daily news coverage and writes a wide range of content for the site. Various publications and aggregators often cite his articles. Additionally, Hartley occasionally appears as a guest on other media outlets, such as the BBC, Al Jazeera, and CBS News, to share his knowledge of the industry.
Having closely followed Apple news and rumors for almost a decade, Hartley joined us in early 2020 as a Contributing Writer while completing his Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the University of Nottingham. After graduation, he joined us as a full-time Editor. His work at MacRumors has since expanded into several areas beyond news coverage, including our buyer's guides, roundups, and occasional product reviews.
In late 2021, Hartley helped launch The MacRumors Show and now co-hosts the popular podcast on a weekly basis, bringing our coverage to a wider audience through a new platform, with a flare of personal opinion.
Hartley lives in Hertfordshire, England. Beyond technology, his other interests include music, tennis, and creative writing. Follow him on X (formerly Twitter) at @hxrtlxy and on Instagram at @hxrtlxy_.
Having closely followed Apple news and rumors for almost a decade, Hartley joined us in early 2020 as a Contributing Writer while completing his Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the University of Nottingham. After graduation, he joined us as a full-time Editor. His work at MacRumors has since expanded into several areas beyond news coverage, including our buyer's guides, roundups, and occasional product reviews.
In late 2021, Hartley helped launch The MacRumors Show and now co-hosts the popular podcast on a weekly basis, bringing our coverage to a wider audience through a new platform, with a flare of personal opinion.
Hartley lives in Hertfordshire, England. Beyond technology, his other interests include music, tennis, and creative writing. Follow him on X (formerly Twitter) at @hxrtlxy and on Instagram at @hxrtlxy_.
Hartley Charlton's Articles
New iPhone 16 Colors Looking Increasingly Unlikely
In recent years, Apple has often released new iPhone color options as a mid-product cycle refresh, but the chances of a similar announcement in 2025 are looking increasingly unlikely.
Apple has added new iPhone colors on six occasions in the past, consistently in either the March or April following an iPhone's launch:
iPhone 7 and 7 Plus: (PRODUCT)RED (Tuesday, March 21, 2017)
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QuickBooks Adds Support for Tap to Pay on iPhone
Intuit QuickBooks today announced Tap to Pay on iPhone for QuickBooks Online customers in the United States, allowing small and mid-market businesses to accept in-person contactless payments without additional hardware.
The feature integrates with the QuickBooks mobile and GoPayment iOS apps, enabling businesses to receive payments using only an iPhone. Customers can accept contactless...
M4 Max and M3 Ultra Mac Studio Reviews: Apple's Most Powerful Mac Ever
The new Mac Studio with the M4 Max and M3 Ultra chip launches tomorrow. Ahead of time, the first reviews of the device have been shared by select publications and YouTube channels.
This is the first Mac Studio refresh since the desktop computer was updated with M2 Max and M2 Ultra chip options in June 2023. The overall design of the machine has not changed. The front of the computer has two...
iPad 10 vs. iPad 11 Buyer's Guide: 10+ Differences Compared
Apple recently unveiled the 11th-generation iPad, introducing several small upgrades that enhance its popular predecessor. Here's everything that's new.
Arriving two and a half years after the previous model, the new iPad offers a modest spec bump, with no changes to design, cameras, or display technology. The new entry-level iPad continues to start at $349, but with double the base storage...
Apple Introduced Its Most Controversial MacBook 10 Years Ago Today
Apple announced the infamous 12-inch Retina MacBook a decade ago today, an experimental new Mac that was as controversial as it was revolutionary.
Apple unveiled the 12-inch MacBook on March 9, 2015, at the "Spring Forward" event in San Francisco, California. The event was primarily focused on the Apple Watch, which was being fully detailed ahead of its launch the following month, so the...
Mac Studio and Studio Display Turn Three Today
Apple announced the Mac Studio and Studio Display three years ago today.
The Mac Studio and Studio Display were unveiled as the final major announcements of Apple's "Peek Performance" event. Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced them as a completely new Mac product category and a powerful new display designed for creative professionals.
The Mac Studio is positioned between the Mac mini and the...
The MacRumors Show: New iPads and Macs!
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through all of Apple's latest announcements for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac lineups.
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Now that the iPhone 16e is available, we explore first-hand impressions of the device, including its design, camera, display, and custom modem. Apple this week unveiled a new iPad Air...
M2 vs. M3 vs. M4 MacBook Air Buyer's Guide: 25+ Differences Compared
Apple just announced a new MacBook Air, introducing its latest chip, an enhanced camera, and a striking new color option. Simultaneously, it discontinued the two previous generations. So how does the new model compare?
Before the introduction of the latest model, the 13-inch M3 MacBook Air started at $1,099 and the 15-inch model started at $1,299. The 13.6-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip...
M3 vs. M4 Chip Buyer's Guide: How Much Better Really Is M4?
Apple today announced the next of its M4 Mac models, but how much better really is the M4 chip over its predecessor?
The M4 chip debuted in the iPad Pro last year, promising around 20% faster performance than the M3 chip in both single and multi-core tasks. All of the key differences between the two chip generations are listed below:
M3 Chip (2023–2025)
M4 Chip (2024–2025)
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Apple Announces New MacBook Air With M4 and 'Sky Blue' Color Option
Apple today announced refreshed 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air models, now featuring the M4 chip, an upgraded camera, and a new "Sky Blue" color option.
"Sky Blue" is an all-new blue finish that joins Midnight, Starlight, and Silver. Apple describes it as a "beautiful, metallic light blue that creates a dynamic gradient when light reflects off of its surface." Space Gray is no longer available. ...
M2 iPad Air vs. M3 iPad Air Buyer's Guide
The seventh-generation iPad Air arrives just ten months after the previous model. Last year, the biggest change was the introduction of an all-new 13-inch model. With the latest refresh, the most significant upgrade is the move to the M3 chip.
The 2024 iPad Air models have now been discontinued by Apple, but they may still be found refurbished and with third-party resellers for lower...
Apple M2 vs. M3 Chip: How Much Better Is M3?
Apple's new iPad Air contains the M3 chip, upgraded from the M2 chip in the previous generation, so how much better really is M3?
With the introduction of the M3 series in 2023, encompassing the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips, Apple once again set new benchmarks in performance, efficiency, and hardware-accelerated capabilities. The transition from M2 to M3 is marked by Apple's move to a...
Apple Announces Redesigned Magic Keyboard for iPad Air
Apple today announced a completely redesigned Magic Keyboard accessory for the iPad Air.
The new keyboard features a larger built-in trackpad, a 14-key function row, and a new aluminum hinge. From Apple's press release:
The all-new Magic Keyboard for iPad Air expands what users can do at an even lower price. The larger built-in trackpad brings greater precision for detail-oriented...
Apple Unveils 11th-Gen iPad With A16 Chip and More Storage
Apple today announced the 11th-generation iPad, now featuring the A16 chip and more storage.
The announcement came alongside the debut of the new iPad Air, which now features the M3 chip. From Apple's press release:
The A16 chip provides a jump in performance for everyday tasks and experiences in iPadOS, while still providing all-day battery life. Compared to the previous generation, the...
'Picochat' Recreates Beloved Nintendo Feature on iOS
"PicoChat" brings a nostalgic experience from the Nintendo DS to Apple's iMessage (via Overkill).
iMessage already includes built-in drawing via Digital Touch, but PicoChat recreates the distinct aesthetic and interaction style of PictoChat. PictoChat was a built-in messaging application preloaded on the Nintendo DS, Nintendo DS Lite, and Nintendo DSi. It allowed users to communicate using...
Apple Launched Its Revolutionary Printer 40 Years Ago Today
Apple launched the LaserWriter 40 years ago today, forming a cornerstone of what became known as the desktop publishing revolution.
The LaserWriter was Apple's first laser printer and among the first on the market to incorporate Adobe's PostScript technology, a page description language that allowed for precise and scalable rendering of text, layouts, and graphics. It was a significant...
The MacRumors Show: We Answer Your Questions!
On this week's special episode of The MacRumors Show, we answer your listener questions.
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Responding to your queries from over the past few weeks, we talk pocket cameras, our own devices, the Mail app, visionOS, foldables and our dream iPhones, TV shows, hobbies, and more. The MacRumors Show also has its own YouTube channel, so...
Skype Is Finally Shutting Down on May 5
Microsoft today announced that it will officially retire Skype on May 5, 2025, concluding its 14-year tenure as the owner of the once-dominant internet calling and messaging service (via Bloomberg).
Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011 for $8.5 billion in what was then its largest-ever acquisition. At its peak, Skype had more than 300 million monthly active users and was synonymous with...
NHL Collaborating With Apple to Give Referees Apple Watches
Apple is collaborating with the National Hockey League (NHL) to equip on-ice officials with Apple Watches featuring an app designed to help officiating during games (via The Verge).
The NHL Watch Comms app allows referees to receive in-game updates by syncing with the NHL's Oasis system. Officials can track the game clock and receive alerts for key game events without diverting their focus....
Apple Accused of Misleading Consumers With 'Carbon Neutral' Claims
Apple is facing a new lawsuit from consumers who allege that its claim that the Apple Watch Series 9, SE, and Ultra 2 are "carbon neutral" is misleading, Reuters reports.
Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the lawsuit argues that Apple misrepresented the environmental impact of these three Apple Watch models by relying on carbon offset projects that did ...
