• Apple ID rebrand to 'Apple Account' expected in iOS 18 & macOS 15

    Apple's potential rebrand of Apple ID to "Apple Account" has seemingly been corroborated, with the change allegedly arriving later in 2024 alongside the macOS and iOS 18 releases. Apple ID sign-in page The Apple ID is the term used for the accounts on Apple's various online services, but rumors have previously hinted at it becoming the simpler "Apple Account" instead. On Sunday, a report has said the same thing, making the change seem a lot more likely to actually happen. Writing in...

  • macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 released to fix the stuff that the 14.4 update broke

    The 14.4 release introduced a number of problems the new update claims to fix.

  • Apple Releases Revised Versions of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 With Updated Build Number

    Apple on late Tuesday released revised versions of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 with an updated build number of 21E237, according to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. The updates previously had a build number of 21E236. The revised updates are available for all iPhone and iPad models that are compatible with iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, but they can only be installed via the Finder app on macOS and the Apple Devices or iTunes apps on Windows at this time. Apple has not made the new builds...

  • Apple releases updates for iOS 17.4.1, iPadOS 17.4.1, visionOS 1.1.1

    Apple has released iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 to the public, at the same time as bringing visionOS up to 1.1.1 while also slipping out iOS 16.7.7. iPadOS on an iPad A granular update for all three operating systems, iOS 17.4.1, iPadOS 17.4.1, and visionOS 1.1.1 are all available to download to the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Vision Pro. The update arrives not long after the release of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4, which surfaced on March 5. The 17.4.1 releases also do so without any beta...

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    Blizzard's next big Diablo 4 livestream will talk game's first Public Test Realm, huge loot overhauls, and Season 4

    There’s a lot going on in the world of Diablo 4 at the moment, even if much of it seems to be behind-the-scenes rather than in the game we can play today. But that’s about to change soon, as Blizzard is looking to rekindle a link between game development and player feedback we'd forgotten about.As recently revealed, Diablo 4 is getting its own Public Test Realm (PTR), and Blizzard chose a major patch to re-introduce one of its longest standing exercises.

  • macOS Sonoma 14.4: Reasons Not to Update

    Since Apple unveiled macOS Sonoma 14.4 on March 7, the transition to the latest software update has not been entirely smooth for everyone, and a number of issues have been reported by users that significantly impact their daily workflow. This article lists the most prominent challenges users have faced since updating to macOS Sonoma 14.4, and offers potential solutions where available. USB Hub and Monitor Ports Lost Connectivity Some users have experienced connectivity issues with USB...

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    My 4 favorite music players for MacOS (that aren't Apple Music)

    I'm an audiophile.Although I prefer my music to be heard via the glory that is vinyl, there are times when I need to be out of my office and in another room of my home. When those moments arise, I'm using my MacBook Pro and I am here to tell you that I don't care for Apple Music. Why? It's too basic. Even the advanced options are not even remotely advanced.Also: How to add music recognition to your MacOS Menu Bar - no Siri needed!So, when I'm with my MacBook and I want to listen to...

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    MacOS 14.4.1 makes it once again safe to update your Mac

    At last, it appears to be safe to update your Mac again!Earlier this month, Apple released MacOS 14.4 and users swiftly reported a plethora of frustrating issues. Reported bugs included printers and hubs vanishing, DRM plugins for professional audio software failing to work, applications dependent on Java crashing, and iCloud Drive trashing saved versions of files. Also: MacOS Sonoma 14.4 bug round-up: What to know before you updateWhy didn't users simply skip this problematic update? Many...

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    MacOS Sonoma 14.4 bug round-up: What to know before you update

    Since Apple released the MacOS Sonoma 14.4 update earlier this month, users have reported numerous bugs, ranging from printers and hubs disappearing to iCloud Drive trashing saved versions of files.The list of bugs being reported is a long and diverse one, and includes the following:Also: The best and newest Macs comparedPrinters -- in particular HP printers accessed over networks -- are disappearing due to missing printer drivers.Connectivity issues with USB hubs and monitor ports.Termination...

  • 2025 Toyota 4Runner Teases Its First Major Update In 15 Years

    Get your first look at the 2025 Toyota 4Runner ahead of its official unveiling

  • Apple releases Safari update with security patches for older macOS versions

    Apple recently released iOS 17.4.1 and macOS Sonoma 14.4.1, both with two security patches. For users running older versions of macOS, the company has now released a standalone update for Safari, its own web browser, with the same patches included with macOS 14.4.1. more

  • Here's our first look at the new 'Presto' system coming to Apple Stores for iPhone updates

    Other the weekend, Bloomberg reported that Apple would begin broadly rolling out a new “Presto within Apple” system to its retail stores next month. The system allows Apple Store employees to update iPhone software while the device is still in its box. Now, iGeneration has published a closer look at Presto, adding that the system is also rolling out beyond the United States. more