MacRumors Staff

iOS 18 is less than two weeks away from being announced by Apple. The software update is expected to add new features to a wide range of apps, such as Apple Music, Apple Maps, Calculator, Messages, Notes, Safari, and others. Below, we recap iOS 18 rumors on a per-app basis: Apple Maps: At least two new Apple Maps features are expected on iOS 18, including custom routes and topographic maps...

Reddit briefly went down for many users around the world today, with the widespread outage having affected both the website and the iPhone app. The issues began shortly before 1 p.m. Eastern Time today, according to complains filed on the website Downdetector.com. In an update posted to its status page at 12:52 pm Eastern Time, Reddit says it is investigating "an issue with a Reddit backend" ...

Reddit went down for some users today, with the outage affecting the website and iPhone app. The issues began shortly after 4 p.m. Eastern Time today, according to complains filed on the website Downdetector.com. In an update posted to its status page at 4:47 pm Eastern Time, Reddit says it is investigating an issue resulting in "degraded performance on reddit.com and mobile apps," but it...

The upcoming iOS 17.5 update for the iPhone includes only a few new user-facing features, but hidden code changes reveal some additional possibilities. Below, we have recapped everything new in the iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 beta so far. Web Distribution Starting with the second beta of iOS 17.5, eligible developers are able to distribute their iOS apps to iPhone users located in the EU...

The popular Nintendo game emulator Delta by Riley Testut is now available in the App Store, and it essentially turns your iPhone into a Game Boy to relive classic games like Pokémon LeafGreen and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening. Delta can be downloaded for free in the App Store on any iPhone running iOS 14 or later. In addition to the Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance, the ...

While most iOS features are available internationally, some remain exclusive to the U.S., such as the Apple Card, Apple Card Savings, Apple Cash, Apple Pay Later, Wallet IDs, Roadside Assistance via Satellite, and Clean Energy Charging. Below, we have provided more details about these iOS features. Apple Card Launched in 2019, the Apple Card remains available in the U.S. only. Apple's...

Apple on late Thursday into Friday removed the popular messaging and social media apps WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Threads from its App Store in China at the request of the Chinese government, The Wall Street Journal reported. In a statement shared with several media outlets, Apple said China's national internet regulator ordered the removal of the apps from the App Store in the country...

If you are considering buying a Mac Studio, you may be wondering when a new model will be released so that you can time your purchase accordingly. Below, we outline when to expect the high-end desktop computer to be updated next. Keep in mind that rumors are not always accurate, and Apple's plans could change. This article was last reviewed in April 2024. Mac Studio: Summary When were...

Apple has announced that AirPlay is now available at around 60 hotels operated by IHG Hotels & Resorts in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including select select Holiday Inn, Kimpton, Hotel Indigo, Candlewood Suites, Staybridge Suites, Atwell Suites, InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, and Avid locations, and a few others. Where available, the feature allows you to scan a unique QR code on a hotel ...

In just four U.S. states, residents can add their driver's license or ID to the Apple Wallet app on the iPhone and Apple Watch, providing a convenient and contactless way to display proof of identity or age at select airports, businesses, and venues. Adoption of the feature has been slow since Apple first announced it in September 2021, with IDs in the Wallet app only available in Arizona,...

If you are considering buying a Mac mini, you may be wondering when a new model will be released so that you can time your purchase accordingly. Below, we outline when to expect Apple's most affordable desktop computer to be updated next. Keep in mind that rumors are not always accurate, and Apple's plans could change. This article was last reviewed in April 2024. Mac mini: Summary When...

If you are considering buying a MacBook Air, you may be wondering when new models will be released so that you can time your purchase accordingly. Below, we outline when to expect the next 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models to launch. Keep in mind that rumors are not always accurate, and Apple's plans could change. This article was last reviewed in April 2024. MacBook Air: Summary Whe...

If you are considering buying a Mac Pro, you may be wondering when a new model will be released so that you can time your purchase accordingly. Below, we outline when to expect Apple's highest-end desktop computer to be updated next. Keep in mind that rumors are not always accurate, and Apple's plans could change. This article was last reviewed in April 2024. Mac Pro: Summary When was...

If you are considering buying an iMac, you may be wondering when a new model will be released so that you can time your purchase accordingly. Below, we outline when to expect Apple's all-in-one desktop computer to be updated next. Keep in mind that rumors are not always accurate, and Apple's plans could change. This article was last reviewed in April 2024. iMac: Summary When was the...

iOS 18 is expected to be the "biggest" update in the iPhone's history. Below, we recap rumored features and changes for the iPhone. iOS 18 is rumored to include new generative AI features for Siri and many apps, and Apple plans to add RCS support to the Messages app for an improved texting experience between iPhones and Android devices. The update is also expected to introduce a more...

If you are considering buying a MacBook Pro, you may be wondering when new models will be released so that you can time your purchase accordingly. Below, we outline when to expect the next 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models to launch. Keep in mind that rumors are not always accurate, and Apple's plans could change. This article was last reviewed in April 2024. MacBook Pro: Summary Whe...

It has been nearly two years since Apple first previewed next-generation CarPlay at WWDC 2022, and it has still yet to become available in any vehicles. Below, we recap the latest information about the upcoming software system. Apple's render of next-generation CarPlay from WWDC 2022 Next-generation CarPlay will have deeper integration with a vehicle's instrument cluster, climate controls, FM ...

Apple recently released the first iPadOS 17.5 beta, and it includes some hidden code changes that hint at new iPad and Apple Pencil features. iPadOS 17.5 will likely be released in May. Given that the update is still in beta, there is no guarantee that the features will end up launching, but code changes like these are typically a good indicator of upcoming software additions. Battery...

While the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are still months away from launching, there are already over a dozen rumors about the devices. Below, we have recapped new features and changes expected for the devices so far. These are some of the key changes rumored for the iPhone 16 Pro models as of April 2024:Larger displays: The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be equipped with large...

MacRumors recently revealed two potential new Apple Maps features coming to the iPhone with iOS 18 later this year: custom routes and topographic maps. With the custom routes feature, Apple Maps users would be able to choose specific roads to travel on while navigating, for reasons such as familiarity or scenic views. This feature is expected to be available in the U.S. only at launch....