Chris Hauk

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macOS 26 to be Called 'Tahoe,' Says Bloomberg's Gurman

5 days ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

It looks like Apple will continue to name versions of its macOS operating system after scenic areas in California, as it seems macOS 26 will carry the moniker “Tahoe.”In his Power On newsletter over the weekend, Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman said that macOS 26 will be named macOS Tahoe, after California’s scenic Lake Tahoe. Apple has named its Mac operating systems after scenic locations in California since OS X Mavericks in 2013.
Instagram to Release iPad App Later This Year

5 days ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

In April, we saw a report from The Information‘s Kaya Yurieff and Kalley Huang that said Meta was finally working on an iPad version of its Instagram app. The app currently is only available for the iPhone, altough it will run on the iPad without using the iPad’s full screen. Now, Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman has corroborated the report in his Power On newsletter over the weekend.
The iPhone 17 Could Have a Slimmer Dynamic Island

5 days ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

Jeff Pu, an Apple analyst at equity research firm GF Securities, says all four upcoming iPhone 17 models will adopt metalens technology for Face ID, resulting in a slimmer Dynamic Island across the lineup. Pu has a repectable track record when it comes to Apple product rumors. Pu’s comments reiterate his October 2024 claims, when he said the 2025 iPhone 17 Pro Max will feature a “much narrowed” Dynamic Island, due to changes being made for Face ID.
New Rumors Claim the iPhone 17 Will Sport a Smaller Dynamic Island

1 week ago | idropnews.com | Chris Hauk

An Apple analyst at equity research firm GF Securities, Jeff Pu, revealed in an investor research note earlier this month that all four iPhone 17 models will adopt metalens technology for Face ID, likely resulting in a smaller Dynamic Island across the lineup. Pu has a decent track record when it comes to rumors about Apple products.
Haptic Buttons, They're Not Just for iPhones Any More!

1 week ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

Solid-state buttons with haptic feedback are not just for the iPhone anymore, if a new rumor out of China is correct. Weibo-based leaker Instant Digital says Apple has plans to equip not only the iPhone, but also future iPad and Apple Watch models. Over the last few years, we’ve seen reports claiming Apple’s “Project Bongo” would bring solid-state buttons to the iPhone 15 Pro in 2023 and then the iPhone 16 Pro in 2024, but neither rumor came to fruition.
Here's What We Can Expect for iPhone 17 Lineup Display Sizes

1 week ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup will debut in September, and of the four iPhones models that will be unveiled then, two of them are going to get all-new display sizes. The two models are the iPhone 17 Air, which we’ve heard plenty about, but it appears the base model iPhone 17 will also hae a different display size. Display analyst Ross Young today reiterated the screen sizes expected for the entire ‌iPhone 17‌ lineup:‌iPhone 17‌ – 6.27-inch display, up from 6.12 inches. ‌iPhone 17 Air‌ – 6.55 inches.
Meet the Tiniest Working Macintosh Replica We've Ever Seen

1 week ago | idropnews.com | Chris Hauk

A website that sells parts for vintage Apple devices called 1-bit rainbow has unveiled what looks to be the tiniest functioning Macintosh replica ever. Meet the pico-mac-nano. The pico-mac-nano is a functioning miniature-scale replica of the original 1984 Apple Macintosh. It’s a dizzying 62 mm high and can actually use a USB keyboard and mouse, thanks to the included USB splitter cable. The tiny Macintosh replica actually works, and it runs an emulated version of the classic Mac operating system.
App Store Ecosystem in the U.S. Facilitated $406 Billion in Sales in 2024

1 week ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

Apple on Thursday shared the results of a commissioned study that delves into the success of the App Store ecosystem and how much money that developers large and small have earned through digital and physical purchases. The study shows that the U.S. ‌App Store‌ facilitated $406 billion in developer billings and sales in 2024, and that for 90% of those sales, developers paid no commission to Apple.
Apple to Temporarily Close Store in the Netherlands for Renovations

1 week ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

Apple has announced that it is temporarily closing its Den Haag retail location in the Netherlands for renovations starting this Sunday, June 1. The store is located in The Hague, the capital city of South Holland. This store will be temporarily closed starting June 1st. We want to serve our customers as best as we can. For help with our products and services or the Genius Bar, visit support.apple.com.
Despite Trade Tensions, Apple to Open Third Retail Store in India at Bengaluru's Phoenix Mall

1 week ago | mactrast.com | Chris Hauk

Apple is preparing to expand its retail footprint in India, with plans to open a third store in the country later this year. The new location will be in Bengaluru’s Phoenix Mall of Asia, as reported by Business Standard. The move confirms Apple’s commitment to the Indian market, even as trade tensions continue to rise. The new store will occupy approximately 8,000 square feet on the first floor of the Phoenix Mall of Asia in Hebbal, Bengaluru.