Tom Richardson

Three iCloud+ Features Boosting Privacy and Convenience in 2025

Private Relay, a cornerstone of iCloud+, encrypts internet traffic to protect user privacy, functioning like a simplified virtual private network (VPN). When browsing in Safari, it routes data through two…

Apple’s tvOS 26 Brings VisionOS Design and Gaming Upgrades to Apple TV

The centerpiece of tvOS 26 is its redesigned interface, codenamed “Solarium,” which draws heavily from the frosted-glass aesthetic of Apple’s Vision Pro headset. Menus and buttons feature a translucent, glass-like…

iOS 26 to Enhance AirPods with Sleep Detection, Camera Controls, and New Gestures

Apple is expected to roll out these AirPods enhancements through firmware updates tied to iOS 26 and macOS 26, ensuring seamless integration with iPhones, iPads, and Macs. The features, detailed…

iPhone 16e Sales Fall Short of SE Legacy Despite Strong European Debut

The iPhone 16e, priced at €699 ($599 in the U.S.), marked Apple’s first attempt in years to rebrand its mid-range offering, moving away from the SE moniker. In March 2025,…

Why Apple TV 4K Stands Out as the Privacy-First Streaming Choice

Apple TV 4K distinguishes itself by collecting far less user data than its rivals. While platforms like Roku and Amazon’s Fire TV rely heavily on tracking viewing habits, search queries,…

Apple’s iOS 26 to Introduce visionOS-Inspired Design Overhaul

The hallmark of iOS 26’s redesign is its adoption of translucent interface elements, reminiscent of visionOS’s frosted glass aesthetic. In visionOS, app windows use a material Apple calls “glass,” which…

App Tracking Transparency: Four Years of Impact on User Privacy

App Tracking Transparency has led to a nearly 55% drop in tracking opt-in rates in the United States, as detailed in a research paper by Frankfurt-based professors and researchers. Globally,…

Apple’s App Store Drives $406 Billion in U.S. Commerce, Study Finds

The App Store’s $406 billion in 2024 transactions breaks down into three key areas. Physical goods and services, like purchases through apps such as Amazon, DoorDash, and Uber, accounted for…

macOS 26 Update 2025: Older Macs Face Compatibility Cutoff

AppleInsider’s sources indicate that macOS 26 will not support the 2018 MacBook Pro, 2020 Intel MacBook Air, 2017 iMac Pro, and 2018 Mac mini, as these models rely on older…

‘Severance’ Season 2 Finale Script Released: Inside ‘Cold Harbor’s’ Big Moments

The “Cold Harbor” script, running 75 minutes—the longest episode in Severance history—delivers a heart-wrenching conclusion to Season 2. The episode centers on Mark Scout (Adam Scott), who faces a pivotal…

How to Back Up Your iPhone to iCloud in Minutes: A Complete Guide

To begin, ensure your iPhone is connected to a reliable Wi-Fi network to avoid data charges or interruptions. Open the Settings app, tap your name at the top, then navigate…

iPhone 17 Pro Unveils Bold Design Shift and Performance Boost for 2025

For the first time since the iPhone 11 Pro, Apple is reimagining the rear camera system. 9to5Mac reports the iPhone 17 Pro will feature a rectangular camera bar stretching across…

iOS 18 Leak Hints at Apple’s M3 Ultra MacBook Pro Ambitions

The M3 Ultra’s potential in a MacBook Pro could have transformed laptops for professionals and creatives. Its architecture, built on TSMC’s 3-nanometer process, delivers faster processing and efficiency compared to…

Apple ID Data Breach Exposes Millions of Unencrypted Logins

The Apple ID data breach originated from a 47.42 GB database hosted on an unprotected web server, lacking both password protection and encryption. Fowler, who discovered the Apple ID data…

Beats Cable Bridges the Gap for CarPlay with USB-C iPhones

CarPlay transforms your car’s infotainment system into an iPhone extension, letting you navigate, play music, or handle calls safely via apps like Maps and Apple Music. The Verge notes that…