Newshttp://aics-app.sakura.ne.jp/rss_share/201505081431037028290Logic Pros: What’s new in iOS & Mac music production this week
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/16/new-ios-mac-music-synths-apps/
Sun, 16 Jul 2017 18:06:59 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/elektron-analog-rytm-mkii-top.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p class="p1">This is the place to catch up on all the biggest product announcements, hardware, apps, synths, <a href="https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/app/logic-pro-x/id634148309?mt=12&at=11l3Qo">Logic</a>/GarageBand instruments and so much more in the world of iOS/Mac music production. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/16/new-ios-mac-music-synths-apps/#more-491319" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491319&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491319&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 16 Jul 2017 18:06:59 +00009to5MacAmazon reportedly prepping new messaging app called Anytime
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/16/amazon-reportedly-prepping-new-messaging-app-called-anytime/
Sun, 16 Jul 2017 15:13:57 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/amazon-anytime.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=761" /></div><p>As it continues to <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/amazon-echo-2-homepod/">expand its own ecosystem</a>, Amazon may have a new messaging app on the horizon. According to a new report from <a href="http://www.aftvnews.com/amazon-possibly-working-on-new-stand-alone-messaging-app-called-anytime/">AFTVnews</a>, Amazon is working a messaging app called Anytime that carries a strong focus on group communication.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/16/amazon-reportedly-prepping-new-messaging-app-called-anytime/#more-491315" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491315&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491315&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sun, 16 Jul 2017 15:13:57 +00009to5MacApple reportedly shifts App Store policy to stop adblockers outside of Safari [U: Apple clarifies]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/15/apple-reportedly-shifts-app-store-policy-to-stop-adblockers-outside-of-safari/
Sat, 15 Jul 2017 16:08:21 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/05/apple-app-store-ios.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p><strong>Update: </strong>When reached for clarification, Apple said “This is not a new guideline. We have never allowed apps on the App Store that are designed to interfere with the performance or capabilities of other apps.” It also said it would remove other apps that offer features that block advertising in third-party apps if they “may have snuck on to the App Store.” Apple added, “We have always supported advertising as one of the many ways that developers can make money with apps.”</p>
<p>Apple has seemingly recently shifted its policy regarding adblock apps on the App Store. The company, according to the developer of several major adblock apps that reached out to 9to5Mac after its app updates were rejected, has reversed its policy on VPN-based adblock applications, which install certificates on the device itself to block advertisements both in Safari and in other third-party applications.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/15/apple-reportedly-shifts-app-store-policy-to-stop-adblockers-outside-of-safari/#more-491280" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491280&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491280&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sat, 15 Jul 2017 16:08:21 +00009to5MacThis week’s top stories: iOS, tvOS, watchOS, & macOS betas, iPhone 8 reports, Apple’s Back to School promo, new apps & more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/15/top-apple-news-ios-11-tvos-watchos-macos-iphone-8-back-to-school-apsp/
Sat, 15 Jul 2017 16:03:08 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/11/9to5mac-top-stories.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p><strong>In this week’s top stories: </strong>New iOS11, tvOS 11, watchOS 4, and macOS High Sierra betas, iPhone 8 reports, Apple’s Back to School deal, new apps and updates, and much more.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/15/top-apple-news-ios-11-tvos-watchos-macos-iphone-8-back-to-school-apsp/#more-491240" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491240&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491240&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sat, 15 Jul 2017 16:03:08 +00009to5MacFriday 5: Fantastical 2 – a better way to manage calendars and reminders on your Mac [Video]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/friday-5-fantastical-2-mac-calendar-reminders-video/
Sat, 15 Jul 2017 01:47:22 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/fantastical-2.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>When not using Apple’s built-in default option, Fantastical has long been my go to Calendar app on macOS. The app was just <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/12/fantastical-2-4-mac-calendar-app/">recently updated to version 2.4</a>, a major feature upgrade encompassing things like attachment support, advanced undo/redo, travel time, and more.</p>
<p>But it’s not just the latest upgrades that make this app a worthy default Calendar app replacement. Have a look at five of my favorite Fantastical 2 features in this week’s edition of <a href="http://www.9to5mac.com/guides/friday-5/">Friday 5</a> for more details. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/friday-5-fantastical-2-mac-calendar-reminders-video/#more-491234" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491234&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491234&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Sat, 15 Jul 2017 01:47:22 +00009to5MacReview: Not-so-obvious smart home with Leviton’s Decora Smart Switch & Dimmer
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/review-not-so-obvious-smart-home-with-levitons-decora-smart-switch-dimmer/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 20:44:29 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/decora_smart-review_dimmer-in-bedroom.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>Before I had even moved into my new apartment a few months ago, I was already dreaming of ways to integrate HomeKit throughout the space. The number one priority being how to turn it into a not-so-obvious smart home. I didn’t want blinking LEDs littering my apartment, and I didn’t want guests having to question how exactly to turn on a light switch. It needed to appear like a regular apartment, but be HomeKit compatible.</p>
<p>The area I struggled with the most was the light switch. Through weeks of hunting I came across ones that required hubs, had obnoxious LEDs, or looked like alien light switches. Then came Leviton with its HomeKit compatible <a href="http://bit.ly/2tNEVis">Decora Smart Switch and Dimmer</a>. At first glance, they don’t even appear to be “smart,” which couldn’t be more perfect for my setup.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/review-not-so-obvious-smart-home-with-levitons-decora-smart-switch-dimmer/#more-491115" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491115&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491115&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 20:44:29 +00009to5MacReport: Amid iPhone 8 production struggles, Apple purchases its own equipment to lease to suppliers
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/apple-purchases-own-iphone-8-production-equipment/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 19:29:14 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/iphone-8-back.png?w=1600&h=806" /></div><p>According to a new report out of <a href="http://www.theinvestor.co.kr/view.php?ud=20170714000483">The Korea Herald</a>, Apple is taking matters into its own hands to ensure that key <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/iphone-8-release-strategy-poll/">iPhone 8 parts are ready in time for the device’s release</a>. The report says that Apple has recently purchased production equipment that allows it to produce a key component of the iPhone 8 due to one supplier backing out of its agreement…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/apple-purchases-own-iphone-8-production-equipment/#more-491245" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491245&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491245&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 19:29:14 +00009to5Mac9to5Rewards: CalDigit Thunderbolt Station 3 Dock for Mac [Giveaway]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/9to5rewards-caldigit-thunderbolt-station-3-dock-macbook-giveaway/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 18:28:24 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/caldigit-ts3-ports.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>This week’s 9to5Rewards partner is <a href="http://www.caldigit.com/">CalDigit</a>, makers of high-quality storage products for Mac and other devices. The company has two of its new <a href="http://amzn.to/2tRB9Vs"><em>Thunderbolt Station 3 </em>docks for Mac</a> to give away to readers this week…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/9to5rewards-caldigit-thunderbolt-station-3-dock-macbook-giveaway/#more-491227" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491227&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491227&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 18:28:24 +00009to5MacHappy Hour Podcast 128 | iPhone 8 wireless charging, mirror finish rumor, and iOS 11 changes
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/happy-hour-podcast-128/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 18:00:58 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2016/01/happy-hour-16-9.png?w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>This week Benjamin and Zac discuss iPhone 8 ‘panic’ stories including wireless charging shipping late, new color rumors including a mirror finish, Apple’s new HomeKit displays, and changes and improvements in the latest iOS 11 betas.</p>
<p>9to5Mac’s Happy Hour podcast is available for<a href="https://geo.itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id641836403?at=10laZc&ct=HH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> download on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app</a>, or through our <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/9to5cast/iUSC?format=xml" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">dedicated RSS feed</a> for Overcast and other podcast players.</p>
<p><iframe width="100%" height="166" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://w.soundcloud.com/player/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.soundcloud.com%2Ftracks%2F333119851&color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false"></iframe></p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/happy-hour-podcast-128/#more-491120" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491120&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491120&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 18:00:58 +00009to5MacRing accessory for Pokémon GO Plus arriving in Japan tomorrow
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/pokemon-go-plus-ring-accessory/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 17:37:38 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/screen-shot-2017-07-14-at-1-02-47-pm.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1572&h=884" /></div><p>As this summer marks the one-year anniversary of Pokémon GO, we’ve <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/pokemon-go-gyms-raid-battles/">seen lots</a> of updates <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/06/pokemon-go-anniversary-celebration/">running up</a> to the first official <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/12/pokemon-go-fest-details/">live event taking place in Chicago</a> on July 22. Now, a new accessory for the <a href="http://amzn.to/2urvjeO">Pokémon GO Plus</a> will reportedly arrive tomorrow… <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/pokemon-go-plus-ring-accessory/#more-491219" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491219&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491219&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 17:37:38 +00009to5Mac9to5Toys Last Call: Logitech MX Master 2S Mouse $90, Seagate 4TB Portable HDD $100, Belkin SurgePlug Mini $12, more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/9to5toys-lunch-break-logitech-seagate-belkin-more/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:28:28 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/9to5toys-header.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by <em><strong><a href="http://9to5toys.com/9to5toys-newsletter-signup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter</a></strong></em>. Also, be sure to check us out on: <a href="http://twitter.com/9to5toys">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/feed">RSS Feed</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/9to5toyscom/228249133858390">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://plus.google.com/b/105878626736210310777/105878626736210310777/posts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Google+</a> and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2013/12/11/safari-push-notifications-are-live-on-all-9to5-sites/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Safari push notifications</a>. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/9to5toys-lunch-break-logitech-seagate-belkin-more/#more-491171" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491171&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491171&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:28:28 +00009to5MacPSA: Apple updates list of countries eligible for $99/year Apple Music plan
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/psa-apple-updates-list-of-countries-eligible-for-99year-apple-music-plan/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:14:59 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/03/apple-music-sxsw.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=794" /></div><p>An updated Apple Music support page now lists all countries eligible for the <a href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204956">$99 annual membership</a>. This updated page acts as an official announcement considering the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/19/apple-music-annual-subscription-option/">initial launch</a> had none.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/psa-apple-updates-list-of-countries-eligible-for-99year-apple-music-plan/#more-491155" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491155&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491155&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:14:59 +00009to5MacGudak turns your iPhone into a $1 Kodak-like disposable camera
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/gudak-iphone-disposable-camera/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:09:41 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/gudak-cam-sale-01.jpeg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p class="p1">While we are seemingly light-years past regularly using disposable cameras, the folks over at Screw Bar have developed a new iOS app to bring back the nostalgic Kodak disposable camera experiences from yesteryear. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/gudak-iphone-disposable-camera/#more-491161" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491161&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491161&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 16:09:41 +00009to5MacSprint Flex and Sprint Deals announced as new flexible programs to buy smartphones
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/sprint-flex-sprint-deals-free-year-service/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 15:54:48 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/sprint-flex.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Sprint has today <a href="http://newsroom.sprint.com/sprint-flex-is-best-way-to-get-latest-smartphone.htm">announced two new programs</a> to buy and upgrade to the latest smartphones through the carrier. As the name suggests, Sprint Flex brings several new options to device leasing for postpaid accounts, and Sprint Deals provides the option of purchasing with or without a credit check. Meanwhile the carrier’s <a href="https://bit.ly/2taOqcF">year of free service promotion</a> for new customers is still live…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/sprint-flex-sprint-deals-free-year-service/#more-491153" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491153&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491153&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 15:54:48 +00009to5MacGame developers cautiously optimistic about Mac’s gaming future, but with a catch …
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/can-you-use-macs-for-gaming/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:00:14 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/oculus-rift-launch-014.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>While Macs are popular for many high-end applications, including music creation and video editing, there’s one demanding field where they have mostly been dismissed: gaming.</p>
<p><em>ArsTechnica</em> declared <a href="https://arstechnica.com/apple/2007/06/the-end-of-mac-gaming/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mac gaming dead</a> as long ago as 2007, and ten years later Oculus declared that Macs still <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/03/03/oculus-rift-mac-support/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">aren’t good enough</a> for VR – despite <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/02/13/vr-desktop-macos-oculus-rift-vive-htc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">workarounds</a>.</p>
<p>But <em>Ars</em> says that there is now some optimism among game developers …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/can-you-use-macs-for-gaming/#more-491142" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491142&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491142&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:00:14 +00009to5MacU.S. Border Protection can search devices but not cloud accounts, as searches climb dramatically
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/u-s-border-protection-can-search-devices-but-not-cloud-accounts-as-searches-climb-dramatically/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:46:50 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/cbp.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>U.S. Customs and Border Protection has advised a Senator that while it has the power to search electronic devices and examine all data stored on them, these powers do not extend to searching data stored in the cloud …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/u-s-border-protection-can-search-devices-but-not-cloud-accounts-as-searches-climb-dramatically/#more-491135" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491135&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491135&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:46:50 +00009to5MacFacebook testing GIF creator as camera option in iOS app
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/how-to-create-a-gif-for-facebook/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:01:26 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/image_uploaded_from_ios_1024.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=499" /></div><p>Facebook is testing a GIF creator in the camera section of the iOS app. The feature has already rolled out to some users …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/how-to-create-a-gif-for-facebook/#more-491131" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491131&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491131&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:01:26 +00009to5MacComment: Suggestions that Apple is still undecided about iPhone 8 hardware seem crazy
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/iphone-8-touch-id-or-face-recognition-opinion/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 11:41:10 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/iphone-8-3d-sensor3.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=962&h=481" /></div><p><a href="https://daringfireball.net/2017/07/iphone_silly_season" target="_blank" rel="noopener">John Gruber</a> has succinctly summarised my own doubts about claims that Apple is still <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/03/iphone-8-touch-id-3d-face-detection/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">in the process</a> of making <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/11/iphone-8-delays-panic-mode/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hardware decisions</a> about the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-8/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone 8</a> at this late stage. In particular, that no final decision has yet been made about whether or not to include Touch ID, or replace it altogether with face-recognition.</p>
<blockquote><p>I think it’s bonkers to think that Apple is still working on hardware decisions like this in the middle of July […] Hardware doesn’t work like that. Many of the decisions related to the hardware on this year’s new iPhones were made two years ago …</p></blockquote>
<p>Although there have been multiple rumors of a delayed launch for the iPhone 8, these have been in the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/12/iphone-8-delay-bofa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">order of weeks</a> or – at worst – a <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/04/24/kgi-iphone-8-mass-production-delayed-to-octobernovember-as-major-component-upgrades-cause-supply-bottlenecks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">month or two</a> …</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/14/iphone-8-touch-id-or-face-recognition-opinion/#more-491127" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491127&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491127&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 11:41:10 +00009to5MacWould you rather Apple delay the iPhone 8 or launch it with select features disabled at first? [Poll]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/iphone-8-release-strategy-poll/
Fri, 14 Jul 2017 00:39:59 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/05/iphone-8-concept11.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>Apple news this week has largely been dominated <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/11/iphone-8-delays-panic-mode/">by reports claiming Apple is struggling</a> to get <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/12/iphone-8-delay-bofa/">key features of the iPhone 8 ready ahead of its launch</a>. Some have said that Apple will <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/08/wireless-charging-iphone-7s-8-delay/">launch the flagship device with certain features missing</a>, while others have said the company will simply push the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/12/iphone-8-delay-bofa/">device’s release back by a few weeks</a>.</p>
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<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/iphone-8-release-strategy-poll/#more-491118" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491118&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491118&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Fri, 14 Jul 2017 00:39:59 +00009to5MacApple rolling out watchOS 4 beta 3 to developers
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/apple-rolling-out-watchos-4-beta-3-to-developers/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 21:07:15 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/watch-os-4-app-screen.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1105&h=553" /></div><p><a href="https://developer.apple.com/news/?id=07132017a">Apple today is rolling out</a> the third beta of watchOS 4 to developer. The rollout comes following the release of the third betas of <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/11/whats-new-ios-11-beta-3-features-changes-video/">macOS High Sierra, tvOS 11, and iOS 11 earlier this week</a>. The update carries the build number 15R5321h.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/apple-rolling-out-watchos-4-beta-3-to-developers/#more-491107" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491107&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491107&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Thu, 13 Jul 2017 21:07:15 +00009to5MacDirecTV Now will soon add cloud DVR, live TV pausing, a redesigned interface, & more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/directv-now-cloud-dvr-live-tv-pausing-more/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:38:57 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/directv-now-redesign.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=772" /></div><p>AT&T today has <a href="http://about.att.com/story/more_content_on_your_terms.html">announced</a> a variety of next-generation features that will soon come to DirecTV Now. As part of a larger upgrade to AT&T’s somewhat cluttered video services, DirecTV Now is gaining cloud DVR, streaming quality improvements, and more…</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/directv-now-cloud-dvr-live-tv-pausing-more/#more-491102" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491102&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491102&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:38:57 +00009to5MacApple’s Tim Cook and Eddy Cue again attend Sun Valley media conference
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/tim-cook-eddy-cue-sun-valley-2017/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 19:50:12 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/tim-cook-sun-valley.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=813" /></div><p>For the <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2016/07/06/tim-cook-eddy-cue-sun-valley-2016/">sixth year in a row</a>, Tim Cook is in attendance at the Sun Valley media conference in Idaho this summer. Eddy Cue, Apple’s vice president of software and services, is there alongside Cook. The duo have made it a trend to attend Sun Valley every year together.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/tim-cook-eddy-cue-sun-valley-2017/#more-491096" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491096&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491096&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Thu, 13 Jul 2017 19:50:12 +00009to5MacHands-on: Khomo’s 10.5-inch iPad Pro case with built-in Apple Pencil holder [Video]
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/review-khomo-10-5-inch-ipad-pro-case-apple-pencil-holder-video/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 19:14:45 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/07/khomo-10-5-inch-ipad-pro-case-apple-pencil-holder.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=900" /></div><p>If you’re a 10.5-inch iPad Pro user who regularly uses a Smart Keyboard, then <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/11/khomo-smart-keyboard-companion-rear-case-ipad-pro-10-5-video/">Khomo’s iPad Pro + Smart Cover companion case</a> should definitely be on your radar. It’s a case that compliments either the Smart Cover or Smart Keyboard, providing rear iPad Pro protection that Apple doesn’t currently offer.</p>
<p>If, however, you’re in search of a full case with a built-in Apple Pencil holder, then <a href="http://amzn.to/2vhr4yI">Khomo has another</a> solid sub-$20 offering for you. Have a look at our hands-on video walkthrough for all of the details. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/review-khomo-10-5-inch-ipad-pro-case-apple-pencil-holder-video/#more-491063" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491063&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491063&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Thu, 13 Jul 2017 19:14:45 +00009to5MacAnalysts cast doubt on iPhone 8 ‘super cycle’
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/analysts-doubt-iphone-8-supercycle/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 18:42:26 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2017/06/iphone-8.png?w=1000&h=500" /></div><p>While many analysts have <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/03/14/morgan-stanley-sales-exceptions-iphone-8/">predicted a “super cycle”</a> for the iPhone 8, there have been a handful of reports recently giving more <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/12/iphone-8-delay-bofa/">weight to a possible delay</a> as Apple is said to be in <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/11/iphone-8-delays-panic-mode/">‘panic mode’ in regards to</a> wireless charging and 3D features in addition to <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/06/3d-nand-apple-shortage-iphone-8/">other component challenges</a>. The latest report from Barclays analysts suggests that a new bezel-less OLED display won’t be enough to convince many users to upgrade.</p>
<p> <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/analysts-doubt-iphone-8-supercycle/#more-491080" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491080&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491080&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Thu, 13 Jul 2017 18:42:26 +00009to5Mac9to5Toys Last Call: Bose QuietComfort Headphones $260, Apple Watch Dock $6, Seagate 2TB Portable Drive $60, more
https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/9to5toys-bose-quietcomfort-apple-watch/
Thu, 13 Jul 2017 16:32:49 +0000<div class="feat-image"><img src="https://9to5mac.files.wordpress.com/2015/10/9to5toys-header.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600&h=800" /></div><p>Keep up with the best gear and deals on the web by <em><strong><a href="http://9to5toys.com/9to5toys-newsletter-signup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">signing up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter</a></strong></em>. Also, be sure to check us out on: <a href="http://twitter.com/9to5toys">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://9to5toys.com/feed">RSS Feed</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/9to5toyscom/228249133858390">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://plus.google.com/b/105878626736210310777/105878626736210310777/posts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Google+</a> and <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2013/12/11/safari-push-notifications-are-live-on-all-9to5-sites/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Safari push notifications</a>. <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2017/07/13/9to5toys-bose-quietcomfort-apple-watch/#more-491050" class="more-link">more…</a></p><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491050&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://pixel.wp.com/b.gif?host=9to5mac.com&blog=22754319&post=491050&subd=9to5mac&ref=&feed=1" width="1" height="1" />Thu, 13 Jul 2017 16:32:49 +00009to5Mac