President Trump has imposed significant tariffs on a number of countries that provide components and assembly for Apple’s products. And that means Apple’s costs are going to increase significantly. Apple has taken steps to diversify its supply chain and reduce its reliance on China. While that was largely triggered by the pandemic it did also…
Apple issues updates for older iPads, Macs and iPhones
After issuing a bunch of updates for Mac, iPhone and iPad models yesterday, Apple has released updates for older devices that can’t or aren’t running the last versions of macOS, iOS and iPadOS. Here’s what Apple has released for older devices. As always, we strongly encourage all users to enable automatic updates to ensure the…
Shared number now available without Telstra, Optus or Vodafone
If you have a cellular capable Apple Watch, you’d know how handy it is to be able receive calls on your watch when your iPhone isn’t close by. If you’re running, hiking or out and don’t want to have your phone with you, you can use your Apple Watch to send and receive calls and…
Apple releases iOS 18.4, macOS 15.4 and iPadOS 18.4
Apple has turned on the tap at Software Update. A bunch of system updates are flowing for Apple’s main computing platforms. While we can typically expect a point release like this x.4 update to be relatively minor, Apple has decided to pack in a bunch of new features. Given all the consternation about Apple Intelligence…
Using iMovie with two Macs
If you’ve worked in Apple’s ecosystem for a while, you’d be familiar with how easy it is to seamlessly start a task on one Mac and then move to another and pick up from where you left off. But I’ve discovered all is not simple. I was working on an iMovie project on my MacBook…
Apple injects Apple Intelligence into Final Cut apps
Apple Intelligence has been plugged into Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad as well as Final Cut Camera. While looking like a mere point upgrade, Apple has added many new features to these apps. The big change is support for Image Playground – Apple’s AI-driven image creation tool. But there are a bunch of…
How to change the default apps on iOS
Since iOS 18.2, Apple has allowed users to choose which applications they use for specific actions. When the iPhone was first released, and for almost all of the last 18 years, Apple has decided which apps it wants you to use. But that’s changed. For example, while Apple defaults to using Mail for email, if…
Apple plans to bring camera to AirPods to boost Apple Intelligence
Following on from rumors that Apple was planning to bring a camera module to AirPods, the company has filed a patent application. Patently Apple found the application and reports that the module will include a small lens and sensor, possibly installed on the outer edge of the ear buds. The primary purpose of this camera…
Apple expands relationships with indigenous communities in ANZ
Apple says it is collaborating with indigenous communities in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand to advance technology’s role in preserving culture and enhancing education. As part of this initiative, Apple will be rolling out representation of Indigenous lands in Australia and New Zealand in Apple Maps, unveiling new community grants for local partners, and expanding…
Rumours: What can we expect from the 2025 Apple Watch range
When the first Apple Watch was released a decade ago, it was a very basic device by today’s standards. Water resistance, integrated GPS, cellular comms, temperature tracking and many other features we take for granted today were years away. Indeed, that first Apple Watch was something of a let down – almost a beta release given…