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PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ®: How to use the powerful PDF app built for Apple devices

1 day ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Struggling trying to figure out the best way to edit PDFs? Thanks to the PDF Editor ,PDF Book Reader ® app for Mac, iPhone and other Apple devices, editing and managing PDF documents doesn’t need to break the bank — or frazzle your mind. While many people assume they need expensive software like Adobe Acrobat for professional PDF editing, this affordable alternative transforms how you interact with digital documents across all your Apple devices.
Apple Watch excels at some fitness tracking metrics, sucks at others

2 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

While your Apple Watch excels at measuring some fitness metrics, with others it struggles and flails like me on a too-rare gym visit — raising questions about how much trust you can place in that wearable data, according to a new study. Basically, it’s great for measuring heart rate and counting steps, but not so much for tallying calories burned. It’s a common problem with consumer-grade health devices.
App Store hits new global high of $1.3 trillion in developer billings and sales

2 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple’s global App Store ecosystem facilitated an impressive $1.3 trillion in developer billings and sales throughout 2024, marking a milestone for the platform, the iPhone giant said Thursday. “It’s incredible to see so many developers design great apps, build successful businesses and reach Apple users around the world,” said Apple CEO Tim Cook.
New Apple MagSafe charging pucks could double iPhone charging speeds

2 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

It looks like Apple could soon take a big leap in wireless charging technology with new MagSafe 50W charging pucks that support the upcoming Qi 2.2 standard. A well-known leaker found regulatory filings that reveal two new MagSafe charger models from the iPhone giant that could enable dramatically faster wireless charging speeds, at least for newer handsets.
Trade tensions stall Apple Intelligence rollout in China

2 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple’s much-anticipated launch of Apple Intelligence in China has been indefinitely delayed as the company’s AI partnership with Alibaba faces regulatory roadblocks tied to the intensifying trade war between the United States and China, according to a new report. Trade tensions stall Apple Intelligence rollout in ChinaApple has been working closely with Chinese e-commerce leader Alibaba to bring its suite of generative AI features to iPhones in the critical Chinese market.
Apple Design Awards: Try the best apps and games of 2025

3 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple revealed the winners of its prestigious 2025 Apple Design Awards Tuesday, celebrating 12 exceptional apps and games that showcase the very best of what’s possible on Apple devices. The celebration will carry on at WWDC25, Apple said. “Developers continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, creating apps and games that are not only beautifully designed but also deeply impactful,” said Susan Prescott, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations.
Slow Horses season 5 premieres on Apple TV+ in September

4 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple TV+ unveiled a first look Tuesday at the highly anticipated fifth season of its Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning espionage drama Slow Horses, starring Academy Award winner Gary Oldman. It’s just a photo of typically rumpled and dyspeptic MI5 section chief Jackson Lamb, Oldman’s character — but at least it comes with a premiere date. The six-episode season will premiere on Wednesday, September 24. As usual, the first two episodes drop together.
Get a refurbished M2 iPad Air at a discount straight from Apple

4 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple quietly expanded its refurbished product lineup in the United States. It added 11-inch and 13-inch M2 iPad Air models to its Certified Refurbished store this week for the first time since the tablets originally launched. So now you can take your pick of Apple refurbished iPad Air 2 models at discounts around 15% off. They were already available in the UK.
Apple TV+ takes swing at Sunday Night Baseball streaming rights

4 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple TV+ steps up as a front-running candidate to acquire Major League Baseball’s Sunday night games and other premium content currently held by ESPN, according to a new report. This means Apple TV+ may acquire Sunday Night Baseball streaming rights. That potentially expands the streaming service’s baseball offerings significantly beyond its existing Friday night package, even as it pushes for more sports content across the board.
2 iPhone 17 models may lack ProMotion features in their 120Hz displays

4 days ago | cultofmac.com | David Snow

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air will probably receive significant display upgrades, but recent leaks suggest the improvements may not be as comprehensive as initially hoped. While multiple sources have indicated that the non-Pro models will finally get high refresh rate screens, conflicting reports now question whether these will include Apple’s full ProMotion technology. In other words, base iPhone 17 and super-thin iPhone 17 Air may lack what makes ProMotion what it is.