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After Apple came out with the AirPods, wire-free earbuds flooded the market, and there are now a ton of options from companies ranging from Sony to Razer. In our latest YouTube video, we took a look at several popular wire-free earbud options, comparing the features and giving each one an overall score to figure out which ones are the best. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for ...

Apple in iOS 13 added a Voice Control feature as an Accessibility option designed for those who need to use their iPhones and iPads without their hands. It allows for complete control of the operating system using voice commands. Voice Control is designed for people who need an alternative to physical control, but it has the potential to be useful even for those can use their devices with...

In 2007, Apple launched the original iPhone, kickstarting the modern smartphone era which is now dominated by iPhone and Android devices. We've had 18 generations of iPhones so far, with the latest models, the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, introduced in September 2024. Apple follows an annual update cycle, introducing new flagship models while discounting...

If you're a student or a teacher, you should know that Apple offers educational discounts on a variety of Apple products, along with cheaper Apple Music subscriptions and more. This guide provides details on the educational benefits that you can get from Apple as a student or a teacher along with eligibility requirements. Apple's Educational Site Apple has an entire separate site that's...

Apple in October 2019 debuted the AirPods Pro, a new higher-end version of its existing AirPods with an updated design, noise cancellation technology, a customizable fit with silicone ear tips, and a more expensive $249 price tag. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. We've collected 14 of our favorite ‌AirPods Pro‌ tips to help you get the most out of Apple's latest and...

Apple introduced the first Apple silicon Macs back in 2020, marking the start of its transition away from Intel's chips. Apple's custom chips are Arm-based and are similar to the A-series chips used in iPhones and iPads, making them markedly different from the Intel chips that were used in earlier Macs. Apple finished its transition to Apple silicon after a three-year period in 2023 with the...

Apple in late October 2019 surprised us with an upgraded version of the AirPods called the AirPods Pro, which feature Active Noise Cancellation, superior sound quality, and an all-new design. Apple's ‌AirPods Pro‌ are its second set of headphones to feature the "Pro" moniker, following the Beats-branded Powerbeats Pro earbuds that Apple released back in April 2019. In this guide, we'll go over...

Are you hearing the low battery warning on your AirPods more frequently than you used to? It's quite possible that your wireless Apple headphones reaching their end of life. This article explains why – and what you can do about it. What is the Battery Life of AirPods and AirPods Pro? Officially, Apple says its first-generation AirPods offer up to five hours of listening time and up to two...

Apple's original high-end AirPods Pro feature several improvements over the second-generation AirPods, including active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and water and sweat resistance. To help decide between the AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro, read our side-by-side comparison of the earphones below. AirPods vs. AirPods Pro Differences AirPods Pro features in bold: $249 vs $129 Three ...

Apple in April 2021 introduced the AirTag after years of rumors and speculation. The small circular tag is designed to be attached to items like keys and wallets to allow these accessories to be tracked using Bluetooth right alongside Apple devices in the Find My app. AirTags Price A single AirTag is priced at $29, and a package of four AirTags can be purchased for $99. AirTags are ava...

With the new iPhone 11 and ‌iPhone‌ 11 Pro, Apple introduced updated dual and triple-lens camera systems, respectively, and added quite a few new camera features that are worth knowing about. In our latest YouTube video, we've highlighted all of the most useful camera features and functions included in the ‌iPhone‌ 11 and 11 Pro for those who are coming from an older ‌iPhone‌ and want to know what's ...

After upgrading to macOS Catalina, you may be surprised to discover a shortcut on your Mac's desktop to a Relocated Items folder that wasn't there previously. The generation of this folder is actually normal behavior when upgrading an older version of macOS to Catalina, but we're highlighting it in this article because a lot of users are confused about why the folder exists and what to do with...

With the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, and 2020 iPhone SE, Apple did away with 3D Touch across its entire ‌iPhone‌ lineup, replacing the former ‌3D Touch‌ feature with Haptic Touch. In this guide, we'll go over everything you need to know about Haptic Touch and how it differs from the ‌3D Touch‌ feature that's been available since the ‌iPhone‌ 6s. What is Haptic Touch? Haptic Touch is a 3D...

iPadOS, launched last week, offers almost all of the same features as iOS 13, but there are also a handful of new features exclusively designed for the larger screen, which is why Apple split iOS and iPadOS into separate updates. In our latest YouTube video and in the article below, we go over some must-know iPadOS tips and tricks that are useful to those who have updated to iPadOS and want to ...

Apple's newest iPhones, the iPhone 11, ‌iPhone‌ 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max, are equipped with a new feature called Night mode, which is designed to take crisp, clear photos even when lighting conditions are poor, such as at night. Unfortunately, Night mode is not supported on the iPhone SE or ‌iPhone‌ XR. It remains an exclusive feature for the ‌iPhone‌ 11 line of phones. Night mode, as the...

Apple introduced a new Sign in with Apple feature in iOS 13, which is designed to let you create accounts for apps and websites using your Apple ID, so you don't have to give away your personal information. Sign in with Apple is an alternative to the existing sign in with Google and Facebook options that apps and websites often offer. Apple's version protects your privacy and even lets you...

Apple today released iOS 13, the newest version of the software that's designed to run on the iPhone. Apple's yearly software updates always bring long lists of new features and changes that can make your ‌iPhone‌ feel like a foreign device. New updates can be intimidating, but installing them is often worthwhile because Apple's updates make sure your devices are safe, up to date, and have the...

Apple's latest iPhones, the iPhone 11 and ‌iPhone‌ 11 Pro, are nearing their release dates on September 20. Apple is separating the new smartphones into its usual low-cost versus high-cost categories, with big differences between the two models coming down to the camera, display, and battery life. Slight Design Differences Although they look very similar, the ‌iPhone‌ 11 is made with an...

While the iPhone XR and ‌iPhone‌ 11 have now been discontinued, some customers may be wondering which of these two older iPhones may be better. The two devices have several similarities, but the ‌iPhone‌ 11 takes a step forward with regards to camera technology, battery life, and more. Design Very Similar The ‌iPhone‌ 11 has a very similar glass-and-aluminum design as the ‌iPhone‌ XR, with one...

Apple will hold its annual iPhone-centric event at the Steve Jobs Theater on the Apple Park campus on Tuesday, September 10. This year's theme is "By innovation only," which is the line that was on the invitations sent out to members of the media in late August. This year's event will feature new iPhones with some of the best camera improvements that we've seen from Apple in years, Apple...