AirTag catches airport baggage handler stealing luggage

Apple's AirTag has helped police arrest a baggage handler who stole luggage from passengers at an airport, as well as the recovery of more than $15,000 in jewelry and other items.

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ReviewFlexiSpot Q8 Standing Desk review: Safe and smart standing while you work

FlexiSpot's Q8 Standing Desk offers adjustable-height computing while wirelessly charging your iPhone through the desk surface.

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FeatureWhat to expect from Apple's September iPhone 14 event

Every year, anticipation grows for what Apple will release in the fall alongside the annual iPhone refresh. Here's what to expect from September's Apple event.

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Uber closing rewards program in favor of pushing Uber One subscription

Ride-hailing service Uber is closing down its loyalty program, Uber Rewards, with users being urged to sign up for the Uber One subscription to get regular Uber and Uber Eats discounts.

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ExclusiveDeals: save up to $200 on 2020 13" MacBook Pros, plus $60 off AppleCare

AppleInsider readers this week can save $75 to $200 on every 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro at Adorama with exclusive coupon discounts. Plus, save $60 on AppleCare and get an additional 5% back with the new Edge Credit Card. Total savings can reach upward of $440 off the latest notebooks bundled with AC and the Edge financing promotion.

ReviewNomad Sport Slim Band review: a better sport Apple Watchband

The Nomad Sport Slim Band is a lightweight yet durable Apple Watch band that's comfortable and stylish.

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Daily deals August 13: $269 Apple Watch Series 7, $150 off M2 MacBook Pro, 27-inch 4K display for $210, more

Saturday's best deals include a free $10 Best Buy gift card when you buy a $100 Apple gift card, $20 off a 1Password family subscription, and much more.

Telegram app update was held up over iOS-inspired animated emoji [u]

Apple has approved Telegram's latest update, but only after the developers removed animated emoji based on Apple's designs.

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Apple shares first look at 'Lessons in Chemistry'

The upcoming Apple TV+ series "Lessons in Chemistry" is set to hit the streaming platform in 2023.

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Zoom installer flaw can give attackers root access to your Mac

A security researcher has discovered a flaw in Zoom on macOS that could allow attackers to gain root access and control the entire operating system — and the issue has yet to be fully fixed.

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VideoTV versus Monitor: The pros and cons of using each with your Mac

Televisions and computer monitors are relatively similar in how they function and what they do, but they're not really interchangeable products. This is why monitors and TVs should be used for different purposes.

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Apple, Facebook discussed revenue-sharing before privacy battles

Before Apple's privacy feud with Facebook, the two companies reportedly discussed "revenue-sharing agreements" such as an ad-free, subscription-based version of the social media platform.

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New Apple ad says that Apple One bundle offers 'the best of Apple' in one place

Apple has shared a new ad spot promoting its Apple One bundle, which includes a number of the company's services at a discounted monthly rate.

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Deal alert: Apple Watch Series 7 is on sale for $299 ($100 off) at Amazon

Apple Watch deals are in effect at Amazon heading into the weekend, with the Series 7 now $100 off.

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MacBook Pro maker Quanta pays rioters to stay at factory

Apple MacBook Pro supplier Quanta has said that its profits halved in Q2 2022, following riots at its plants and, reportedly, greatly increased pay to staff.

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Rumor roundup: Apple's 10th-generation iPad could see a significant redesign

The 10th-generation iPad may have an all-new design when it launches this fall. Check out our exclusive renders and see what has been rumored so far.

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ExclusiveNine M1 Max MacBook Pros with 64GB RAM are in stock & up to $300 off

Both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro configurations with Apple's M1 Max chip and 64GB of memory are discounted exclusively for AppleInsider readers, with bonus promo code savings on AppleCare.

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iOS 16 Battery Percentage, Google vs Apple on RCS, and VESA Studio Display on the AppleInsider Podcast

Apple brings battery percentage back to the status bar in iOS 16 beta 5, Google puts Apple on blast over RCS adoption, we review the VESA mount Studio Display, and more on the AppleInsider podcast.

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Stephen Colbert gets severed in a comedic 'Severance' parody

On an episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," a lengthy skit was shared of some "deleted scenes" from Apple TV+ psychological drama "Severance."

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Australia fines Google $40 million over location tracking on Android

The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has levied a $40 million fine on Google, after the Big Tech firm was found to have misled Android users over location tracking.

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Daily deals August 12: $100 AirPods, 29% off LG 27-inch 4K monitor, $949 off Klipsch Dolby Atmos speaker pair, more

Friday's best deals include an Intel i3 Mac mini for $500, $200 off an iPad Air 4, a refurbished Apple Magic Keyboard for $51, and much more.

Apple asks suppliers to make 90 million iPhone 14 units

Tech analysts are projecting a shrinking global smartphone market, but Apple is expecting the iPhone 14 family to keep pace with 2021's demand levels.

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Apple TV+ dramedy 'Physical' picked up for third season

Apple TV+ has announced a season three renewal for "Physical," with Rose Byrne returning as the entrepreneurial Sheila Rubin on a journey of self-discovery via aerobics.

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FTC will begin exploring new regulations on data privacy, corporate surveillance

The Federal Trade Commission has kickstarted an effort to expand data privacy rules and regulations that could place additional restrictions on how firms collect and use personal information.

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VideoCompared: Apple 2022 iPhone SE vs Google Pixel 6a

Google's introduction of the Pixel 6a pits its latest Android smartphone squarely against Apple's iPhone SE, but is it enough to pull away potential iPhone buyers over to the other side?

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FeatureCompared: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 versus iPhone 13 & iPhone 13 Pro

Samsung has unveiled the latest version of its compact folding smartphone — the Galaxy Z Flip 4. Here's how the foldable device stacks up against Apple's more conventional iPhone.

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TipsHow to force quit an application in macOS

Not all macOS applications run smoothly, with some running into troubles that prevent you from quitting it. Here's how you can use force quit an app to stop it from running when nothing else works.

Man jailed for stalking ex-girlfriend with an AirTag

A UK man has been sentenced to nine weeks in prison after using Apple's AirTags to track his ex-partner's car.

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TipsHow to block and report spam calls and texts on iPhone

Spam calls and texts are unarguably annoying and disruptive, so it's a good idea to get acquainted with the tools and apps you can use to stop them. Here are a few on iOS.

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Deal alert: Apple AirPods dip to $99 at Amazon

Amazon has Apple AirPods on sale for as low as $99 today, with AirPods Pro discounted by $70.

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Vertical Brydge ProDock for new MacBook Pro & MacBook Air now available to pre-order

The Brydge ProDock is a new Thunderbolt 4 docking station for MacBook Pro and M2 MacBook Air, and it is now available to pre-order for $399.99.

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Telegram CEO claims Apple is delaying update that will 'revolutionize' messaging

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov claims that Apple has been delaying an App Store update to the app that will "revolutionize how people express themselves in messaging."

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Daily deals August 11: $50 off iPad Air 5, 16GB Mac mini for $799, $300 off 16-inch MacBook Pro, more

Thursday's best deals include $120 off a Dell 34-inch curved monitor, $20 for a 1TB portable hard drive, $700 off a Samsung 85-inch 4K TV, and much more.

Epic Games versus Apple appeals to be heard on October 21

The US Court of Appeals will now hear from Apple and Epic Games, both of which are appealing against aspects of the antitrust rulings from their previous App Store lawsuit.

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TipsDo not remove iCloud Lock from a stolen iPhone, because a thief asks you to

Even if thieves tell you that they "reverse engineered" or jailbroken your stolen iPhone and will sell your data if you don't remove your iCloud device lock — don't. Here's why you shouldn't and why you should feel safe about it.

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Apple celebrates 40 years in Australia with new energy and education initiatives

Tim Cook has announced a series of grants, coding opportunities, and renewable energy goals as Apple marks its fourth decade in Australia.

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Apple Original podcasts will get bulked up through deal with Futuro Studios

Apple has signed a deal with Pulitzer-prize winner Futuro Studios and is now courting other companies in hopes of turning the podcasts into Apple TV+ original content.

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Disney+ to hike prices, introduce ad-supported tier in December

Disney+ will introduce a new ad-supported tier of its streaming service later in 2022 while hiking the price of the current ad-free plans, including bundles with Hulu and ESPN+.

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TipsHow to show timestamps in Messages in macOS Monterey and iOS 15

Other than on the initial notification, Messages doesn't tell you the time that a message arrived. Here's how to read the timestamps of your Messages on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.