‘M4 Extreme’ Chip Unlikely After Apple ‘Cancels’ High-Performance Chip

Apple this “past summer” canceled the development of a high-performance Mac chip that would have consisted of four smaller chips stitched together, in order to free up engineering resources for a planned AI server chip, according to The Information. Based on the report’s description of the chip, it sounds like Apple has canceled a previously-rumored …
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Cloud-Based M4 and M4 Pro Mac Mini Models Now Available

Developers now have access to cloud-based M4 and M4 Pro Mac mini units via MacWeb, a Silicon Valley-based provider of cloud services. The company has launched three configurations of the new ‌Mac mini‌, powered by Apple’s M4 and M4 Pro chips. Developers and IT teams can rent these machines for tasks ranging from basic development …
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Apple Watch Series 10 Available for Black Friday Prices and Christmas Delivery on Amazon

As we get further into December, it’s becoming increasingly hard to find all-time low discounts on Apple products that also have guaranteed Christmas delivery. One of the few devices that still falls under both of these conditions is the Apple Watch Series 10, which remains at best-ever Black Friday prices on Amazon for multiple 42mm …
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Apple Intelligence Servers Expected to Get All-New, Turbocharged Chip

Apple Intelligence servers are currently powered by the M2 Ultra chip, and they are expected to start using M4 series chips next year. In an eventual move away from Mac chips for server use, The Information today reported that Apple is developing a new server chip that will offer even faster performance for AI features. …
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Beats Launches iPhone 16 Cases in New Sunrise Pink and Twilight Blue Colors

Back in September as part of the iPhone 16 launch, Apple’s Beats brand surprisingly launched cases for new iPhone lineup, available in four colors and featuring MagSafe and Camera Control support. Beats today is expanding its case lineup with two additional colors, Sunrise Pink and Twilight Blue, with the new cases including the iconic Beats …
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How to Turn Off Mail Categories in iOS 18.2

Apple today is releasing iOS 18.2, which introduces a major change to the Mail app with its new Categories feature. Categories automatically sorts your emails into four distinct sections: Primary, Transactions, Updates, and Promotions. However, while this organizational system aims to help manage email overload, not everyone is going to prefer the new layout. Mail …
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Apple Pencil Pro Available for $99.00 on Amazon, Plus More Accessory Deals

Amazon this week has brought back a low price for the Apple Pencil Pro, available for $99.00, down from $129.00. Alongside this deal, we’re tracking a collection of Apple accessory discounts, including great deals on the Magic Keyboard and MagSafe Charger. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click …
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Apple Reveals iPhone App of the Year and More 2024 App Store Awards

Apple today revealed its 2024 App Store Award winners, including pro video camera app Kino, which was named iPhone App of the Year. There were 45 finalists across 12 categories, including a first-ever Apple Vision Pro category. Apple said the awards recognize developers who delivered the “highest levels of user experience, design, and innovation” on …
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iOS 18.2: Create Custom Emoji in Messages With Genmoji

In iOS 18.2, which Apple is releasing today, Apple’s new Genmoji feature lets you create personalized emoji that aim to perfectly match what you want to express, going far beyond the limitations of standard Unicode emoji. Want an emoji of a break-dancing astronaut or a dog playing bagpipes? With Genmoji, you can make it happen. …
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Apple Announces iOS 18.2 Launching Today With These New Features

Apple today announced that iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 will be released today following more than six weeks of beta testing. For the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 models, the update introduces additional Apple Intelligence features, including Genmoji for creating custom emoji, Image Playground and Image Wand for generating images, and …
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