Tim Hardwick
Tim is a Senior Editor at MacRumors and has been writing for the site since 2016. Formerly a magazine journalist, his work has appeared in over 30 newsstand print publications and online brands covering a range of topics, from the latest trends in technology to the mysteries of ancient history.
Based in the UK, Tim's current role at MacRumors involves editorial oversight and how tos, in addition to covering daily news and contributing occasional reviews. Tim can be reached at tim@macrumors.com, Telegram (@waxeditorial) or Twitter.
Based in the UK, Tim's current role at MacRumors involves editorial oversight and how tos, in addition to covering daily news and contributing occasional reviews. Tim can be reached at tim@macrumors.com, Telegram (@waxeditorial) or Twitter.
Tim Hardwick's Articles
8 Ways iPadOS 26 Makes Your iPad More Like a Mac
The lines between iPad and Mac have never been blurrier – and with iPadOS 26, currently in beta and coming this fall, Apple is leaning further into that overlap than ever before. The latest update brings a suite of powerful new features that elevate the iPad's utility, bridging the gap between touch-first tablet and full-fledged desktop machine.
From enhanced multitasking to advanced file ...
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IKEA Goes All-In on Matter for Apple HomeKit Compatibility
IKEA plans to overhaul its smart home lineup with full Matter support, making its budget-friendly products compatible with Apple Home and other ecosystems without requiring the company's own hub, reports The Verge.
Starting in January 2026, the Swedish furniture giant will release more than 20 new Matter-over-Thread smart lights, sensors, and remotes. The products will work directly with...
HBO Max Name Returns After Two Years as Max
Warner Bros. Discovery has completed its reversal from Max back to HBO Max today, marking the end of a widely criticized two-year experiment.
The streaming service's website and mobile apps now display the HBO Max branding once again. Max.com redirects to hbomax.com, while both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store have updated their listings. Users won't need to download a new app, as...
iPhone 17 Air Design, Specs, and More: All the Rumors So Far
Latest Update: July 8 – iPhone 17 Air to come in new light blue finish
This year, Apple is expected to discontinue the iPhone "Plus" device in its iPhone 17 lineup to make way for an iPhone "Air," so-called because of its ultra-thin profile.
Below is a compilation of every rumor and leak we have registered from reputable sources thus far about Apple's new entry in its flagship...
How Thin Is the iPhone 17 Air?
Apple's rumored iPhone 17 Air could be the company's thinnest iPhone ever, with multiple sources pointing to a remarkably slim design that could redefine smartphone portability.
Image showing iPhone 17 Air dummy alongside the standard iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro
The most consistent thickness estimate comes from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who believes the iPhone 17 Air will measure just 5.5mm at...
How to Get These 4 New AirPods Features Today
Like previous iPhone software updates, iOS 26 adds several new features to Apple's AirPods. While iOS 26 will be officially released this fall, there's nothing stopping you from installing the latest iOS 26 beta – and getting access to the new AirPods features today.
New AirPods Features
Apple's upcoming iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe updates add the following new features to AirPods, ...
How to Adjust Mac Volume and Brightness More Precisely
On a Mac that has a top row of function keys, Apple includes volume and brightness controls that can be used to make adjustments in stepwise increments. However, there may be times when you want to make more fine grained adjustments to these settings than the default increments allow – in which case, read on.
Whenever you tap the volume or brightness controls on your keyboard, you'll see...
Apple to Launch Entirely New MacBook Model Next Year
Rumors out of Asia captured the attention of Apple fans in 2023 with claims that Apple planned to offer a more affordable MacBook for budget-conscious customers and students which would compete with Google's Chromebooks. Those rumors cooled in 2024 when Walmart started selling the MacBook Air with M1 chip in the United States for $699. However, based on new information, we now believe this was...
Bluesky Adds New Notification Options, Including for Specific Accounts
Bluesky is rolling out some updates to enhance its notifications system, offering users of the social media platform and X (Twitter) rival a more customizable alerts experience.
First, there's a new Activity Notifications that enables you to receive alerts only for specific accounts, which is useful if you want to keep up to date with a particular friend, brand, or media outlet – like MacRumo...
iPhone 17 Colors: All the Rumors So Far
Apple will unveil its new iPhone 17 lineup in a range of new colors later this year in the fall (or autumn for most non-US folks reading this). Here are all the rumored colors so far for the iPhone 17, the all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, the iPhone 17 Pro, and the larger iPhone 17 Pro Max.
iPhone 17 Models
Last year, Apple chose soft, pastel-inspired finishes for its iPhone 16 and...
Apple to Launch iPhone 17e Next Spring, Claims Korean Report
Apple plans to launch a second-generation iPhone 17e next spring, reports Korean outlet The Elec.
According to the report, the iPhone 17e will use the same OLED panel as that found in the iPhone 16e – a panel that originally debuted in the iPhone 14 – as part of its efforts to use lower-cost components based on established production lines.
Similar to the iPhone 16e, which launched...
Here's What Apple's iPhone Could Look Like Every Year Through 2030
Earlier this week, reputable display analyst Ross Young of Counterpoint Research reignited discussion around recent reports about the display changes we should expect for next year's iPhone 18 Pro, and perhaps more notably, broader changes coming to the 20th anniversary iPhone in 2027 – as well as what lies ahead for Apple's flagship device for the rest of the decade.
Contradicting a...
WhatsApp Now Summarizes Your Unread Messages Using AI
WhatsApp is making it easier to catch up on conversations you've missed with a new AI-powered feature that summarizes unread messages. The Meta-owned messaging app now lets users tap on unread message counts to "Summarize privately" and get quick, bulleted summaries generated by Meta AI instead of scrolling through every individual message.
The feature uses Meta's "Private Processing"...
Foldable iPhone Leak Reveals New Camera Details
A new rumor today surfaced about Apple's book-style foldable iPhone, set to be released next year, and this time it's about the cameras.
Mockup of foldable iPhone in its unfolded state (Image: Digital Chat Station)
In a previous report, industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said he expects the foldable iPhone (or "iPhone Fold" for short) to include a dual-lens rear camera, but Kuo provided no other...
Charge AirPods (or Even an iPhone) With Your iPhone
If you own an iPhone or iPad with a USB-C port, the port can be used to charge AirPods, an Apple Watch, or even another iPhone, which is handy for times when you don't have a spare charger or power outlet available. Here's how it works.
If your AirPods or Apple Watch run out of battery while you don't have access to a charger, you can use the battery in your iPhone or iPad for a little extra ...
Get Creative With Sound by Layering Tracks in Voice Memos
On iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, the Voice Memos app includes a recording feature that lets you record a second audio layer – like vocals, narration, or an extra instrument – over an existing memo, all without needing headphones. Keep reading to learn how it's done.
Thanks to the A18 Pro chip's advanced audio processing, iPhone 16 Pro models can play an original Voice Memo...
These Apple CarPlay Ultra Partners Now Say They Won't Support It
Apple is facing mounting resistance from automakers over CarPlay Ultra, the next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles that was announced last month.
A new (paywalled) Financial Times report claims several major brands are walking back their earlier commitments to support the upgraded dashboard software. German luxury manufacturers Mercedes-Benz and Audi have both...
M5 iPad Pro OLED Displays Enter Mass Production for October Launch
Apple is expected to release new iPad Pro models powered by its latest M5 chip later this year, and both Samsung Display and LG Display have reportedly begun mass production of the devices' OLED panels in preparation.
For last year's iPad Pro models which debuted OLED displays, Samsung handled supply for the 11-inch panels, while LG dealt with the 13-inch panels. This year, ZDNet Korea...
Here's What Next Year's iPhone 18 Pro Display Could Look Like
If you've been following iPhone 18 Pro reports recently, you'll know that there are two competing rumors from usually reliable sources about how Apple plans to integrate Face ID into the display, and both of them likely affect the fate of the Dynamic Island – and in turn the overall look of the display itself.
Last month, The Information's Wayne Ma said that the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18...
Apple's New Alarm Design in iOS 26 Might Make You Oversleep
In the iOS 26 beta, Apple has redesigned the alarm screen in the Clock app, giving it a cleaner look with a larger time display and significantly bigger buttons. When the alarm goes off, you'll now see two large, equal-sized buttons for Stop and Snooze placed side by side at the bottom of the screen.
Alarm screen in iOS 18 (left) versus iOS 26 beta 2
While the redesign fits with Apple's...
