iPhone 5 Battery Replacement, 'iPad Pro' in Early 2015, iPhone 6 Unveiling Nears - MacRumors

Apple Initiates iPhone 5 Battery Replacement Program Attention iPhone 5 users: Is your battery life not what it used to be? If so, you might want to check with Apple to see if your iPhone is eligible for a just-announced replacement program. It covers a number of iPhone 5 units sold between September 2012 and January 2013, and could get you a free new battery.   Read Full Article Popular Stories Aug 26, 2014 iPhone 6 Leak from Foxconn Details Dimensions of 4.7-Inch and 5.5-Inch Versions It's just two more weeks until Apple's expected iPhone 6 media event, and leaks continue to surface, led this week by some claimed slides straight from Foxconn showing dimensions for both models of the iPhone 6. Notably, the slides show both the 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch models having a slightly protruding ring around the rear camera. We've also seen the first legitimate-looking rear shell for the 5.5-inch model. Other leaks include component schematics apparently showing options for up to 128 GB of storage on the iPhone 6, as well as a barometric pressure sensor. A separate leaked photo has been claimed to show a quick start card insert for the iPhone 6, but there are a number of issues suggesting it is fake. Finally, the iPhone 6's display is gaining attention amid word that suppliers are "scrambling" to make up for lost time following a redesign of the display assembly. It's unclear, however, what kind of effect that will have on launch stocks. John Gruber has also taken a look at what resolutions the iPhone 6 might support, arguing for a 1334 x 750 Retina display on the smaller model and an even sharper 2208 x 1242 "3x" display on the larger model.   Read Full Article Apple to Launch 12.9-Inch iPad in Early 2015 Rumors of a larger 12.9-inch iPad informally dubbed the "iPad Pro" have been circulating for over a year, and Bloomberg is now reporting that the project is back on, with Apple targeting an early 2015 launch for the device. The rumors come as Apple is experiencing a slowdown in iPad sales, something CEO Tim Cook characterized as merely a "speed bump" seen in every product category. Cook noted that Apple "couldn't be happier" with the over 225 million iPad sales over the past four years, but the upcoming iPad Pro may be an indication the company is looking for something new to help jumpstart sales.   Read Full Article Lawyers Researching Possible Class Action Lawsuit Over 2011 MacBook Pro Graphics Issues Numerous owners of 2011 MacBook Pro units have been experiencing graphics-related issues, and while Apple has provided logic board replacements for some users, others have been left with significant repair bills for something they argue is a product defect. Amid mounting complaints about the issues, a law firm has begun surveying affected users in an attempt to gauge the breadth of the problem and decide whether a class action lawsuit against Apple to force a recall and/or compensation might be in order.   Read Full Article Apple Releases Second OS X Yosemite Public Beta, iTunes 12 Update Following the release of the sixth developer preview of OS X Yosemite last week, Apple pushed out its first update to the public beta of the upcoming operating system. The launch also includes an updated build of iTunes 12, which will bring a new long for Apple's music software. Apple had warned users the public beta of Yosemite would see fewer updates than the developer track, and it's clear the company is holding itself to that schedule. A public release of OS X Yosemite is expected around the October timeframe, perhaps alongside some updated Macs.   Read Full Article Image of Redesigned Apple USB Power Adapter Surfaces Following reports of a new Lightning cable with a reversible USB connector, a photo has surfaced showing what is claimed to be a new power adapter for the iPhone. The adapter design appears essentially identical to that seen on the Australian version of the current adapter, but with the Type A prongs used in the United States and a number of other countries. According to one third-party vendor, Apple's new 2A adapter is ready to ship with the iPhone 6 to provide for faster charging, but the reversible USB Lightning cable is still in development.   Read Full Article

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iPhone 6 Shell and Display Shown Together, Lightning Cable with Reversible USB, OS X Yosemite Beta 6 - MacRumors

New iPhone 6 Images Depict Rear Shell and Front Panel Together for the First Time The clock is ticking as we head toward Apple's all-but-confirmed iPhone 6 media event on September 9, and the leaks are continuing. The latest photo set shows the front panel and rear shell of the iPhone 6 together for the first time, showing just how sleek the design is as the two parts fit together. We've also now seen the iPhone 6 display under a microscope with some new speculation on the device's resolution. Other iPhone 6 photo leaks from this week include closeups of the display assembly and other parts, as well as what looks to be a fully assembled logic board. iPhone 6 batteries have also been in the news this week, including photos of a large battery reportedly for the 5.5-inch model and a smaller one for the 4.7-inch model. Finally, rumors from this week have pointed to sapphire displays perhaps being limited to high-end models, an NFC chip, and support for faster LTE-Advanced data networks.   Read Full Article Popular Stories Aug 19, 2014 Photos of Claimed New Lightning Cable with Reversible USB Connector Surface While the iPhone 6 has received a ton of attention over the past few months, one of its included accessories may also be seeing some enhancements in the form of a new Lightning cable with a reversible USB connector. Several photos and videos of the purported cable have surfaced, and Apple has filed for a patent on the concept, although another company already has a patent and is selling similar cables.   Read Full Article Apple CEO Tim Cook, Phil Schiller Take On 'Ice Bucket Challenge' to Promote Awareness for ALS The "Ice Bucket Challenge" to raise awareness of and funding for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is currently all the rage on social media, and Apple executives are no exception. Marketing chief Phil Schiller was first to take the challenge, proceeding to tag CEO Tim Cook, who fulfilled the challenge last Thursday during Apple's bi-weekly beer bash festivities. Cook then challenged musician Michael Franti (who was providing entertainment for the event and took the challenge alongside Cook), Beats co-founder and new Apple employee Dr. Dre, and Disney CEO and Apple board member Bob Iger.   Read Full Article Apple Releases OS X Yosemite Developer Preview 6 Apple this week seeded the sixth beta version of OS X Yosemite to developers, bringing a number of visual tweaks as we move closer to the public launch later this year. Unlike past releases, there was no corresponding iOS 8 beta for developers, although the company did seed a new iOS 8 beta to carrier partners for testing.   Read Full Article Apple Honors Robin Williams With iTunes Store Section Featuring More than 40 Movies, Comedy Routines Following the death of actor and comedian Robin Williams last week, Apple executives including Tim Cook expressed their condolences while the company posted a dedicated remembrance page and an iTunes Store feature showcasing his work. Williams' performance in Dead Poets Society holds special significance for Apple, as his "Your Verse" speech in the film served as the inspiration for an ongoing series of iPad commercials.    Read Full Article Intel Preparing to Launch New Xeon Processors for Potential Mac Pro Upgrade It feels like Apple's redesigned Mac Pro is still brand-new, but Intel is preparing to release new Xeon processors that could be used in an updated version of the professional machine. With AMD also having released updated graphics cards, new versions of Apple's custom FirePro cards may be possible as well. So, Mac Pro users can begin looking forward to a Mac Pro upgrade, although it is unlikely to appear until very late this year or early next year given the age of the current model and Intel's typical production ramp-up.   Read Full Article

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iPhone 6 Part Leaks, New iPads Coming, Sam Sung Auctions His Apple Business Card - MacRumors

iPhone 6 Leaks: Recessed Volume Buttons, Scratch-Resistant Apple Logo, Round Camera Flash, and More With it all but confirmed Apple will be introducing the iPhone 6 at a media event on September 9, leaks and rumors about the device continue to surface. One of the most interesting photo sets of the past week revealed a supposedly finished iPhone 6 rear shell that includes recessed volume buttons and an embedded Apple logo that appears to be made of a "very extraordinary" scratch-resistant metal. Other recent leaks have included the front panel with display, the rear shell with protruding camera ring, and other minor parts including a new round "True Tone" camera flash. Rumors have also included word of a larger battery than previously reported, as well as a detailed yet sketchy report outlining features such as 802.11ac Wi-Fi, near field communications (NFC), and improved Touch ID, but no sapphire display cover.   Read Full Article Popular Stories Aug 12, 2014 Apple Suppliers Gearing Up to Produce New iPads, Larger Model to Feature Anti-Reflective Coating While much of the focus has been on iPhone 6 rumors, Apple is also expected to introduce new iPads before the end of the year. Unsurprisingly, Bloomberg reports production on the new iPad Air is already underway, with the new Retina iPad mini set to follow shortly. The report claims Apple is planning to use a new anti-reflective display coating on the iPad Air, which may result in  tight supplies as the kinks are worked out of that process. Otherwise, Touch ID is expected to be a major addition to the new iPads, and we may also see a few minor design tweaks.   Read Full Article Apple Puts 20 Productivity Apps on Sale in iOS App Store for Limited Time As part of an emphasis on productivity using iOS devices, Apple is currently featuring twenty high-profile productivity apps at significant discounts for a limited time. The sale comes alongside a new email marketing blitz pushing productivity on the iPad, as well as two new entries in the "Your Verse" series highlighting how people around the world are using iPads to make a difference. The latest profiles include Chinese electropop group Yaoband and Detroit cycling community organizer Jason Hall.   Read Full Article Former Apple Employee Sam Sung Auctioning Business Card and Uniform for Charity Yes, there is a former Apple retail employee whose real name is Sam Sung, and he's now using his humorous name for charity, auctioning off his business card framed with his Apple retail T-shirt and lanyard. Bids have reached $80,000 with three days to go, although it seems unlikely the escalating bids are legitimate.   Read Full Article Microsoft Launches Three New Surface Pro 3 Ads Targeting the MacBook Air Samsung and Microsoft love to target Apple products in their ads, and this week is no exception, with Microsoft releasing three new Surface Pro 3 ads taking on the MacBook Air. The three ads highlight the power, versatility, and expandability of Surface Pro 3, arguing that an Apple user needs to carry both a MacBook Air and an iPad to match the Surface Pro 3's capabilities. All three ads feature Microsoft's Surface Pro 3 tagline: "The tablet that can replace your laptop."   Read Full Article This Week's Deals Include $50 Off Retina iPad Minis, Up to $157 Off New Retina MacBook Pros Best Buy is running a sale on Retina iPad minis this week, offering $50 off of all models. In addition, college students can receive an extra $50 off of Retina iPad mini or iPad Air, and $100 off of MacBook and iMac models. Apple's new Retina MacBook Pros released late last month are also seeing good deals at B&H Photo, including discounts of up to $157 on three 13-inch models 2.6GHz/128GB, 2.6GHz/256GB, 2.8GHz/512GB) and two 15-inch models (2.2GHz/256GB, 2.5GHz/512GB).

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iPhone 6 Event on September 9, New iOS 8 & Yosemite Betas, 'Mid 2014' Mac Mini/iMac Listings - MacRumors

Apple to Hold iPhone 6 Media Event on September 9 The five-week countdown is on, as it looks like Apple will be holding its annual iPhone media event on September 9. While Apple hasn't officially confirmed the date yet, the news comes from Re/code, which has a perfect track record with such reports, and is being corroborated by The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg. If past history is any indication, the iPhone 6 should become available in the first wave of countries around September 19, with iOS 8 launching to the public for existing devices a few days earlier.   Read Full Article Popular Stories Aug 05, 2014 Fifth Betas of iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite Released to Developers Apple this week released the fifth beta versions of iOS 8 and OS X Yosemite to developers for testing as the company continues to make progress toward a public release. Both operating systems continue to see visual and functional tweaks, with iOS 8 seeing new SMS Relay functionality, some icon tweaks, and a new switch to turn predictive text on and off right from the keyboard, while Yosemite has seen some visual tweaks and the addition of an option to always show full URLs in Safari.   Read Full Article Unreleased 'Mid 2014' Mac Mini and 27-inch iMac Models Spotted on Apple Support Page Apple last week updated a support document outlining Boot Camp support for a variety of Mac models, and in the process added mentions for "Mid 2014" models of the Mac mini and 27-inch iMac that have not been released. While the additions, which were quickly removed, may have been an error, they did spark quite a bit of interest from those awaiting updates to Apple's desktop lineups. The Mac mini hasn't been updated since 2012, and while Apple did release a new low-cost 21.5-inch "Mid 2014" iMac in June, the remainder of the lineup was untouched.   Read Full Article New Photos Show Purported Rear Shell of iPad Air 2 iPhone 6 parts have been leaking in significant quantities in recent months, but we've yet to see much from the next iPads, which are rumored to be seeing updates around the October timeframe. While the next iPad Air is likely to look very similar to the current model, new photos showing what is claimed to be a genuine rear shell from the device reveal a tweaked speaker grille design with only a single row of holes.   Read Full Article Latest Apple TV Software Beta Includes Redesigned Interface With iOS 7-Style Icons, Fonts It's not the big overhaul many users have been waiting for, but the latest Apple TV software beta released this week includes a slightly redesigned interface with new iOS 7-style icons for main Apple channels and thinner fonts. A more substantial redesign may not arrive until Apple is ready to release its rumored more powerful set-top box, and the latest rumors indicate Apple is planning on a 2015 launch for that device as negotiations with content providers have continued to prove difficult.   Read Full Article Apple Welcomes Beats to the Family as Beats Electronics Closes Its Online Store Just over two months after it was officially announced, Apple has now closed its deal to acquire streaming music service Beats Music and headphone company Beats Electronics. The Beats brand is now officially operating under Apple and Beats Electronics has shuttered its online store and begun directing customers to the Apple online store to purchase Beats products. Apple is said to be trimming up to 200 employee positions at Beats over the next several months as part of the transition, streamlining operations in areas of overlap such as human resources and finance.   Read Full Article This Week's Deals Include Up to $125 on New Retina MacBook Pros, $350 on Older Models With the launch of speed-bumped Retina MacBook Pro models last week, a number of vendors are already offering discounts on the new models compared to Apple's standard pricing. Deals available at Amazon include three 13-inch models 2.6GHz/128GB, 2.6GHz/256GB, 2.8GHz/512GB) and two 15-inch models (2.2GHz/256GB, 2.5GHz/512GB). For users who don't need the latest speed bumps, even bigger discounts such as $200 off the previous entry-level 13-inch model can be found, although availability is hit-or-miss as vendors clear out their stock.

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