Joe Rossignol

Joe joined MacRumors in January 2015, and is now a Senior Reporter. Based out of Stoney Creek, Canada, he has been writing about Apple since 2008, with a focus on breaking news coverage.

Joe Rossignol's Articles

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15-Inch MacBook Air Rumored to Launch in April as Display Production Begins

Monday February 13, 2023 7:51 am PST by
Apple's supply chain started production of display panels for a new 15.5-inch MacBook Air this month, according to display industry analyst Ross Young, who has a very good track record with rumors about future Apple products over the past few years. In a tweet shared with his subscribers today, Young said he expects the new MacBook Air to launch in "early April" given that display production ...
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New iMac Not Expected to Launch Until Late 2023 at Earliest

Sunday February 12, 2023 8:15 am PST by
Apple has no plans to launch a new 24-inch iMac until late 2023 at the earliest, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In his newsletter today, he reiterated his expectation that Apple will skip updating the iMac with the M2 chip and instead wait to release a model with the M3 chip, which has yet to be announced. "I haven't seen anything to indicate there will be a new iMac until the M3 chip ...
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iOS Updates Coming Later This Year Will Include These 5 New Features

Saturday February 11, 2023 12:08 pm PST by
Apple has previously announced several upcoming iOS features that are expected to be added to the iPhone this year. Some of the features could be introduced with iOS 16.4, which should enter beta testing soon, while others will arrive later in the year. Below, we have recapped five new iOS features that are expected to launch in 2023, such as an Apple Pay Later financing option for purchases ...
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What to Expect From Apple This Spring: New Macs and More

Friday February 10, 2023 11:20 am PST by
February has been a relatively quiet month for Apple so far beyond the new HomePod arriving to customers, but things should pick up soon. Apple is rumored to have at least three new product announcements planned for the period of March through June, including a new Mac Pro, a 15-inch MacBook Air, and its long-awaited AR/VR headset. Apple often introduces a new iPhone color or two in the spring...
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Apple's Rumored 27-Inch Display With Mini-LEDs Delayed Yet Again

Friday February 10, 2023 10:25 am PST by
Apple's rumored 27-inch external display with mini-LED backlighting is no longer expected to launch in the first quarter of 2023, according to display industry analyst Ross Young, who has a very good track record with rumors about future Apple products. Young today informed MacRumors that he has not seen any signs of the display entering mass production, suggesting that a launch is not...
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Uber Rolling Out CarPlay Support for Driver App

Thursday February 9, 2023 7:59 pm PST by
Uber is adding CarPlay support to its Driver app, allowing the iPhone app to be accessed from a vehicle's dashboard display, according to TechCrunch. The report says CarPlay integration should be available to all Uber drivers in the U.S. by the end of the month. Image Credit: Uber via TechCrunch As on the iPhone, the CarPlay version of the app allows Uber drivers to view a map with surge...
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Apple Says iCloud Terms Can Be Accepted on Web After Viral Tweet [Updated]

Thursday February 9, 2023 6:10 pm PST by
Apple today shared a new support document explaining how to accept iCloud terms and conditions for an Apple TV without owning an iPhone or iPad. Apple says customers who do not have an iPhone running iOS 16 or later or an iPad running iPadOS 16 or later can accept the new terms and conditions on the iCloud.com website. The support document outlines the steps to take:1. Go to iCloud.com,...
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HomePod Launched Five Years Ago Today, Faced Several Setbacks Along the Way

Thursday February 9, 2023 10:15 am PST by
Apple's original HomePod became available to customers five years ago today. Over the years, the smart speaker faced several setbacks, including a delayed launch, poor reviews of Siri, reports of lackluster sales, and even a temporary discontinuation. Apple first announced the HomePod at WWDC 2017 and planned to release the speaker in December of that year. However, the HomePod was...
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Apple Music Halftime Show: Rihanna Interview, iPhone Wallpaper, and More

Thursday February 9, 2023 8:57 am PST by
Apple Music is the official sponsor of the Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show taking place this Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Rihanna will be the headline singer at the show, and Apple is heavily promoting her upcoming performance. At 9 a.m. Pacific Time, Apple Music Radio's Nadeska Alexis will interview Rihanna. A live stream is available in the Apple Music app. Apple has ...
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Apple Discusses iPhone 14's All-New Internal Design With Increased Repairability

Thursday February 9, 2023 6:19 am PST by
Apple's senior director of iPhone product design Richard Dinh recently spoke with The Sydney Morning Herald's Tim Biggs about the design of the standard iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, including internal changes that simplify repairs. iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are equipped with a removable back glass panel for easier repairs, making them the first models that can be opened from both the...
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Google Maps to Offer Turn-by-Turn Directions in iPhone's Dynamic Island

Wednesday February 8, 2023 7:44 pm PST by
Google today announced that its Maps app will support Live Activities in the coming months, providing iPhone users with access to turn-by-turn directions on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. Live Activities integration will allow users to receive real-time ETAs and directions for driving, biking, walking, public transit, and other forms of...
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iPhone Launched in 2007 Without These 8 Basic Features

Wednesday February 8, 2023 11:34 am PST by
It has been over 16 years since Steve Jobs unveiled the original iPhone in 2007. While the device was significantly more advanced than any other smartphone on the market at the time, the iPhone was still missing some features taken for granted today. Below, we've put together a list of eight hardware and software features that the original iPhone didn't have when it was first introduced.Copy ...
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Apple Watch 'Series X' and Apple Watch SE 3 With Larger Displays Rumored to Launch Next Year

Wednesday February 8, 2023 7:08 am PST by
Apple plans to release so-called "Apple Watch Series X" and third-generation Apple Watch SE models with larger displays in 2024, according to research shared last week by David Hsieh, an analyst at technology research firm Omdia. In his research note, Hsieh claimed that the Series X will have 1.89-inch and 2.04-inch display size options, which would be 5% to 10% larger than the Apple Watch...
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'Apple Pay Later' Now Being Tested by Apple Store Employees Ahead of Launch

Tuesday February 7, 2023 7:14 pm PST by
Apple this week made a beta version of its upcoming "Apple Pay Later" feature available to the company's more than 80,000 retail employees in the U.S. for testing, according to a report today from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Announced at WWDC 2022 last June, Apple Pay Later is a "buy now, pay later" financing option that will let qualifying customers in the U.S. split a purchase made with Apple ...
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Apple's Website Redesigned With New Drop-Down Menu Bars and More

Tuesday February 7, 2023 10:02 am PST by
Apple today redesigned its website on both desktop and mobile devices. The changes make it easier to find individual product pages and other helpful links. On the desktop, there are new drop-down menus that appear when you hover over the categories in the top menu bar, including Store, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Watch, AirPods, TV & Home, Entertainment, Accessories, Support, Search, and Bag. The new ...
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macOS 11.7.3 Breaks Safari Favorite Icons

Tuesday February 7, 2023 8:10 am PST by
Apple released macOS Big Sur version 11.7.3 in late January with security fixes, but the software update also introduced a new bug that prevents icons from appearing in Safari's Favorites section, according to widespread complaints online. Affected users have complained about the issue across the Apple Support Community, Twitter, Reddit, and other online platforms since the update was...
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Apple Expanding iPhone's Communication Safety Feature to More Countries

Tuesday February 7, 2023 7:16 am PST by
In recognition of Safer Internet Day today, Apple has highlighted the company's software features and tools designed to protect children online, such as Screen Time and Communication Safety. The press release was shared in Europe only. Communication Safety is an opt-in feature in the Messages app on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch that is designed to warn children when receiving or...
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Beats Fit Pro Rumored to Launch in New Colors

Monday February 6, 2023 12:40 pm PST by
Apple plans to release Beats Fit Pro in new Volt Yellow, Coral Pink, and Tidal Blue colors, according to leaker @Jioriku. The colors have not been announced yet, but we have spotted listings for the new colors on several Apple reseller websites in Europe. First released in November 2021, the Beats Fit Pro feature flexible wingtips for a more secure fit in the ear. The fitness-oriented...
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Microsoft Authenticator Discontinues Apple Watch App

Monday February 6, 2023 10:12 am PST by
Microsoft Authenticator is no longer available on the Apple Watch following an update to the app released on the App Store today. "This update removes Microsoft Authenticator from Apple Watch," reads the release notes for the update. Microsoft notes that in the Apple Watch's notification settings, you can still choose to mirror iPhone alerts from the app to your Apple Watch. Primarily...
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Samsung and LG Preparing for Next-Generation iPad Pro With OLED Display

Monday February 6, 2023 8:57 am PST by
Samsung and LG are preparing their factories for mass production of the first iPads with OLED displays, according to South Korea's ETNews. The report describes the displays as "hybrid" panels, as they use a combination of flexible and rigid OLED technologies. Apple plans to introduce new 13-inch MacBook Air, 11.1-inch iPad Pro, and 13-inch iPad Pro models with OLED displays in 2024,...