iOS 11.3 Released, New Mac Pro in 2019, Apple Developing Its Own Chips for Macs - MacRumors

Apple Releases iOS 11.3 With Battery Health Tool, ARKit 1.5, Business Chat, New Animoji, and More After several months of testing, Apple last week released iOS 11.3 to the public, bringing a number of improvements including tools for monitoring battery health, new ARKit 1.5 for improved augmented reality experiences, business chat in iMessage, and more. Two features that had been in at least some beta builds but which didn't make the cut for the final release were Messages on iCloud and AirPlay 2. In addition to iOS 11.3, Apple also released macOS 10.13.4, watchOS 4.3, tvOS 11.3, and HomePod software version 11.3. One of the key features for macOS 10.13.4 is support for external graphics processors (eGPUs), and Apple published a detailed support document outlining recommended hardware for that purpose.   Read Full Article Popular Stories Apr 05, 2018 Apple's Revamped Mac Pro to Launch in 2019 Apple this week provided TechCrunch with an update on its plans for the Mac Pro, revealing that the completely revamped professional workstation is targeted for a 2019 release. It was just about a year ago that Apple first disclosed plans for an all-new Mac Pro, but at the time didn't reveal any specifics on a release date beyond "after 2017." Many had hoped for a 2018 release, but it looks like Apple still has quite a bit of work to do on the product, which means the current 2013 edition of the Mac Pro will likely live on for up to six years before a new model is released.    Read Full Article Apple Plans to Ditch Intel and Use Custom Mac Chips Starting in 2020 Rumors of Macs eventually shifting from Intel processors to ARM-based chips like those in iOS devices have persisted for years, and it sounds like the move is coming close to reality, with Bloomberg reporting that Apple is aiming to begin the transition as soon as 2020. Coincidentally, Intel this week announced a number of new processors, including some appropriate for the 15-inch MacBook Pro (such as a new Core i9-branded chip), potentially the first quad-core 13-inch MacBook Pro, and perhaps even a new Mac mini. New desktop chips also fill out a lineup that would allow for updated iMacs.   Read Full Article Apple Seeds First Beta of iOS 11.4 to Developers and Public Beta Testers Just days after the release of iOS 11.3, Apple seeded the first build of iOS 11.4 to developers and public beta testers. The update brings back Messages on iCloud, appears to set the stage for stereo HomePod pairing, and should support some of Apple's education-related announcements from last week such as the upcoming Schoolwork app. In addition to iOS 11.4, Apple also seeded the first betas of macOS 10.13.5, watchOS 4.3.1, and tvOS 11.4.   Read Full Article Apple Planning iPhones With Touchless Gesture Controls and Curved Screens to Launch Within Three Years The iPhone X is only a few months old, but Apple is looking well into the future when it comes to technological innovations. According to Bloomberg, Apple is aiming to introduce OLED displays that curve inward from top to bottom, as well as touchless sensing capabilities that will allow users to control their phones by using gestures hovering over the surface of the display. The upgrades are said to be two to three years away, should Apple even choose to move forward with them.   Read Full Article Hands-On With the New Sixth-Generation iPad Apple's new sixth-generation iPad became available late last week, and we've spent some time going hands-on with the new tablet. With new Apple Pencil support, the $329 iPad is a great option for those who don't need the added features the iPad Pro offers at nearly twice the price. We also put together some tips on how to get the most out of the new iPad, while Apple has shared some tutorial videos aimed at users buying the new tablet.   Read Full Article Five Interesting Mac Apps Worth Checking Out - March 2018 Our monthly series of videos highlighting interesting apps to check out for Mac and iOS continues to prove popular with readers. This month on Mac, we looked at disk space monitoring tool OmniDiskSweeper, newsreader News Explorer, window manager Switchem, desktop wallpaper collection Wallpaper Wizard 2, and app uninstaller App Cleaner. On iOS, we looked at penguin live video streaming app Pocket Penguins, team-based email app Hop, lightweight calendar app Pod Calendar, wallpaper app Zedge Wallpapers, and popular new battle royale-style games PUBG and Fortnite.   Read Full Article

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