Following the rumors of a new iPad Pro coming next month, 9to5Mac has now found references about a new “A14X” chip in the iOS 14.5 code — which had its fifth beta version released today to developers and public beta users. more…
Here’s our first look at Venmo’s upcoming Apple Card competitor with QR code activation
Venmo, a payment service owned by PayPal, is about to launch its own credit card to compete with the Apple Card. The Venmo credit card was announced a year ago, and now 9to5Mac has obtained exclusive details about this card that will offer digital services through a new app. more…
‘Apple One’ subscription bundle references found in iOS code ahead of September event
Earlier this week, our sister site 9to5Google found references to Apple One – Apple’s upcoming subscription bundle – in the Apple Music app for Android. Bloomberg previously reported that Apple One encompasses several tiers offering combinations of Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, Apple News+, and iCloud storage for a single discounted price. Now, 9to5Mac…
Exclusive: Want Face ID on the Mac? macOS Big Sur suggests the TrueDepth camera is coming
Some iPhone and iPad models feature Face ID, which allows users to unlock the device through advanced facial recognition. While Face ID is not yet available on any Mac, 9to5Mac found references to the TrueDepth camera on macOS Big Sur, which suggests Apple is working to bring facial recognition to its computers. more…
Exclusive: Apple is working on QR Code payments for Apple Pay, iOS 14 code reveals
Apple today released the second developer beta of iOS 14 with some small changes across the system. And now 9to5Mac was able to find a hidden feature in the Wallet app to allow users to make payments with QR Codes using Apple Pay. more…
Exclusive: iOS 14 to include overhauled Podcasts app with ‘For You’, bonus content, more
9to5Mac has already covered some of Apple’s plans for iOS 14, which will be officially introduced on Monday. Now we’ve heard from sources that Apple is also working on some major changes to the Podcasts app, which is now expected to offer personally curated content just like Apple Music. more…
iOS 14 to include built-in translator in Safari, full Apple Pencil support on websites
Apple is working to include a built-in translator in Safari, 9to5Mac has learned, as well as full Apple Pencil support on websites. These new features described are based on an early build of iOS 14 obtained by 9to5Mac. more…
Apple working to replace Messages app on Mac with a Catalyst version iOS 14 code reveals
9to5Mac exclusively reported some of the details and new features of the upcoming iOS 14, which will be officially announced by Apple next month. Now we have found evidence that Apple is working to completely replace the Messages app on macOS with a Catalyst version, based on iOS 14 code. more…
Exclusive: NextVR acquired by Apple (Updated)
Update: NextVR has replaced its website with a landing page announcing a ‘new direction’ without its existing service. Update 2x: Apple has confirmed the acquisition to Bloomberg. It’s no secret that Apple has ambitious plans for augmented reality and a future AR-focused headset. Apple is practically building the platform for its future headset out in the…
iOS 14: Apple developing ‘Clips’ feature for using apps without requiring full downloads
Apple is working on a new way to offer specific parts of third-party apps across the system without needing to have them installed, 9to5Mac has learned based on an early build of iOS 14. The feature would allow users to experience parts of an app’s functionality by scanning a QR Code. more…