Subscribers to Apple TV Plus can now watch the MLS 360 whip-around show without paying for MLS Season Pass.
Previously only available to those who did subscribe to the MLS Season Pass, the MLS 360 show is now available to everyone so long as they pay for Apple TV Plus, although they won’t be able to watch the rest of the Season Pass content.
The news comes following a debut week that wasn’t without its problems, but it has been reported that both Apple and MLS are aware of complaints relating to the first week’s show.
Free to watch, for a price
For those unaware, MLS 360 is a live whip-around show that will keep viewers up to speed on games as they happen, including look-ins for every match including every goal as it’s scored.
Jonathan Tannenwald (opens in new tab) is a reporter from the Philadelphia Inquirer, and was the first to state that MLS 360 is going to be made available outside of the Season Pass subscription, going on to say that stakeholders were aware that the first show had issues. Some complained that ads got in the way of the content, something that Tannenwald hopes can be dealt with.
“If they can’t tear up the ad contracts (which they probably can’t), hopefully, they could at least do split screens when in ad breaks,” the reporter said on Twitter (opens in new tab).
Potential viewers have also complained that the MLS 360 show isn’t available on-demand, meaning anyone who missed it live has no way to catch up. Tannenwald says that’s something that everyone is also aware of — hopefully, future episodes will be made available to watch later, but so far there has been no confirmation of that.
Regardless, if you’re available to watch the games live then this is great news for casual MLS fans who already pay for Apple TV Plus.
The MLS 360 show can be watched via the Apple TV app on a range of devices, but there are plenty of Apple TV 4K alternatives for those who want to watch the show on another device.
It’s a fair point to say that the iPad line is currently confusing. There are different accessories for different models, and Stage Manager, the latest effort in iPad multitasking that debuted in iPadOS 16, is buggy and doesn’t truly solve multitasking on the tablet. The last thing we need right now from Apple is another tablet.
However, this hasn’t us from asking what the iPad could be in the coming years. A folding iPad isn’t a new idea, but as software and hardware get more sophisticated, the design seems to make more sense for a tablet.
From being folded into an iPhone to the potential of solving multitasking, the iMore team has had a think about how this could reboot the iPad line.
With this in mind, we’ve picked five ideas that Apple should consider bringing to an iPad Fold.
Pick 1 – Taking Photos in a whole new way
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John-Anthony Disotto — How to Editor
We’ve all seen the memes of people that use their 12.9-inch iPad Pro at a music festival. A foldable iPad could give users the best of both worlds by allowing them to take photos on a small iPhone-sized screen before folding into a full-sized iPad to edit on the go.
By making the device fold between two sizes, it opens up the possibilities for iPad photography to a whole new level. I could see an iPad fold being the number one choice for portable photography if it allows for an iPhone-quality camera inside a small device and iPad-quality photo editing once folded out.
Pick 2 – Fits in my bag pocket
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Tammy Rogers — Staff Writer
I take a laptop with me when I go out for the day, in case I get caught in a sudden writing ideas maelstrom. The trouble with a laptop in my bag is space – and my MacBook Pro takes up a lot of it. In terms of actual surface space even an iPad wouldn’t take up that much less room; Unless, that is, it was collapsible.
See, an iPad mini just isn’t big enough for what I want. I want a smaller bag that doesn’t take up a passenger seat when I’m driving, one that can sit on my lap on the train. A large-screen iPad that could fit in a bag like that would be, for lack of a better term, a game changer. I could slip my iPad into my (smaller) bag, and whenever I have an idea, I can slip it out and get it down quickly and neatly.
Pick 3 – iPhone Ultra Fashion
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Stephen Warwick—News Editor
I’d love to see an iPad mini-esque device that folds away to the size of a very large iPhone. I feel like any folding iPad needs to use its folding mechanism to make itself as small as possible in order to maximize portability and minimize its footprint.
I would love a Windows Surface Fold-sized device that could even be used in a folded configuration as a games controller and display, or propped up for watching video-based content. For me, the benefit of folding an iPad is all about size and convenience, so while a big display would be cool, I think the best iteration would be a small iPad/iPad mini that folds away to something similar to the size of an iPhone . Who knows? Maybe an outer-shell display could turn the device into a mobile phone of sorts when closed!
Pick 4 – Workflow 2.0
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Daryl Baxter—Features Editor
I love the image of having a keyboard and trackpad at the bottom half of a folded iPad, and the content on the other side. There could be a multitasking shelf beside the keyboard where I can go into Photos, Calendar, and Video apps, and essentially ‘throw’ them into the app I’m in, and then use the trackpad to resize and reposition in the project.
Apps like Freeform and Scrivener could be great for this, and that’s not even touching the surface of gaming. There could be a dual-screen gaming aspect, harkening back to the Nintendo DS, so you could play an RPG (Role Playing) game on the top screen while arranging your party and potions on the other screen.
Pick 5 – A desktop replacement — and a larger Apple Pencil canvas
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Gerald Lynch—Editor in Chief
While lots of the chat here has been about making an iPad smaller by folding it in half… what if the folding technology was there to make the iPad even bigger? I love the idea of one day having an iPad that’s essentially my ‘everything’ device, one that can double up as my desktop driver as well as the thing I settle down with to read in bed at night.
So imagine a 12.9-inch iPad Pro that would fold out to be a 26-inch-ish device instead. OK, even folded that might prove a little heavy for a backpack, but as a touchscreen-enabled portable workstation, that could rock. Pop an Apple Silicon M-chip in there, pair it with a wireless keyboard and mouse, convince Apple to finally put macOS on an iPad, and that’s a unique and exciting device. A little kickstand on the back and you’ve got a fold-up, road-ready desktop device.
And though I’m by no means an artist, I’d expect there would be lots of creatives who would relish having a larger screen to sketch away with their Apple Pencils on. We’re still awaiting word on the release of an Apple Pencil 3and a folding iPad seems like the perfect device to pair it with.
Could we see an iPad Fold soon?
If you’re looking for an iPad in 2023, the best way to approach this is to think of what size of tablet fits you. As the software is the same across the line, the key differences are accessories and hardware.
However, a folding iPad could solve the confusion of this lineup, by being at the high end of an iPad mini, which could fold out into a bigger display that equals an iPad Air. The tablet is a blank canvas that’s mainly defined by the software it runs, from iPadOS to the many apps that developers release for it almost every week.
To add another dimension of being able to change display sizes could be a big help to plenty, especially when it comes to some of the wishes on the iMore team, so it’s really a matter of when, not if, a foldable iPad will arrive.
However, have we missed a feature idea that deserves more focus than what we’ve suggested? Do reach out on Twitter (opens in new tab) as we’ll be talking about this on the iMore Show very soon.
Pokemon Sleep, revealed during Monday’s Pokemon Presents livestream, is a sleep-analyzing game coming to Android and iOS this summer. We’ve waited a while for this one — The Pokemon Company first hinted at it back in 2019.
You play by placing your phone by your pillow when you go to bed, so it can record and measure your sleep. The longer you slumber, the higher your score will be in the morning and more Pokemon will have gathered around sleeping legend (and Pokemon Sleep mascot) Snorlax.
Your sleep will be classified as one of three styles — dozing, snoozing or slumbering — and Pokemon that sleep in similar ways will show up in the morning. Each Pokemon has a number of different sleep styles to discover and log in your sleep style dex.
The game analyses and categorizes the time you spend sleeping.
The Pokemon Company
Those who prefer not to put their phone by their pillows will also be able to use the Pokemon Go Plus+ accessory, which connects to Pokemon Sleep via Bluetooth. Once it’s connected, you hold the device’s central button, place it by your pillow and sleep. In addition to measuring your sleep, a Pikachu voice can prompt you when it’s time to wake up or go to sleep.
Like the Pokemon Go Plus device that came out in 2016, it’s compatible with Pokemon Go — you can use it to spin Pokestops and catch Pokemon in the hugely popular mobile game. Linking the new device to Pokemon Go will let you catch an adorable Snorlax wearing a nightcap.
A future update will also let you use Pokemon Sleep data in Pokemon Go, but it’s unclear what that data will do.
Pokemon Sleep didn’t get a firm release date, but the Pokemon Go Plus+ comes out July 14 — it’s likely the app will arrive around the same time this summer.
Noise-canceling. It’s that cool tech that uses microphones and software to block out the sound of the outside world, putting you in a personal headphone cocoon of your own music. It’s been around for a little while now, and there are loads of headphones that offer the technology as a main selling point. From headphones you can find on Amazon for under $100 all the way to the AirPods Max and beyond, there are options.
But what does paying more actually get you? Say, for example, if you compare the AirPods Max to a pair that are less than half price, how much better are they? Or if you go for the midrange, will you find yourself wishing you’d spent a little more on the AirPods Max?
The big test
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I aim to find out – but not just by wearing them on the bus, but by using very scientific (Addendum – may not be very scientific. Maybe only a little scientific) noise canceling tests. The first will be a noise-controlled experiment where I’ll sit next to a running shower. The shower runs at a constant 51dB, and I’ve got a Decibel meter that tells me how much noise it’s making. Then, I’m going to run a five-minute simulation through my own HiFi system, with the volume at a constant rate through each test. The five minutes will be the same video of a busy city, played good and loud to test the headphones. Then, for a final, real-world test I’m going to go for a short walk in the area around my house with each pair of headphones.
The route will be the same, and we should get a decent idea of what noise canceling is like in the outside world on a mixture of main roads, quiet paths, and housing areas. Each test will be run twice – once with music, to see what that sounds like, and then without, to really test the noise canceling performance. The songs played will be exactly the same for each test – I’ll be using Twice’s ‘fancy’ on my best iPhone for all.
These tests will tell us everything we need to know about the headphones. My tests will be based on my ears, it’s worth bearing in mind because I lack the equipment to measure digitally, but you can trust me. I promise.
Now, let’s meet the contestants.
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AirPods Max
From the big A itself, we’ve got the AirPods Max. These are the standard against which all the other contestants shall be measured. They should all be thankful this isn’t a build-quality show-down, because the AirPods Max are, at this price range, almost unbeatable. They are some of the best wireless headphones, but what about noise canceling?
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Sony WH-1000XM4
For the longest time, this pair of headphones has been my go-to. Comfy, with ok sound and, to my ears, good noise canceling. But just how good is it, and has it kept up with newer headphones?
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Sennheiser Momentum 4
The newest ‘phones from Sennheiser, and the pair that currently sit on my test bench. I won’t spoil it, but these are currently my most used headphones – and not just because I’m testing them. But just how good are the newest headphone on the block at blocking noise?
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Treblab Z7 Pro
These are budget options, costing only just over the $100 mark. They sound pretty good, but do they block out enough noise?
With our headphones and tests all ready to go, let’s get started with the tests.
To the shower!
The shower test
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The first of our tests, and the wettest. No, I’m not wearing them in the shower, just next to it. The shower is on full speed, and it’s making an average of 51 dB.
AirPods Max
The AirPods Max coped pretty well with the shower test, although there was some sound leakage into my ears. The higher frequencies remained, so there was evidently some focus on the lower register within Apple’s Noise canceling algorithm. With music, the noise of the shower becomes almost inaudible, but still present. With the AirPods Max, if you have to sit next to a loud, running shower, you’re going to be pretty much ok. Just like, I dunno. Don’t wear them in the shower.
WH-1000XM4
The Sonys blocked around the same amount of noise, although there was a little more coming through in the bass, and some of the higher frequencies were blocked better. This balanced the Sonys and the AirPods out. Playing music, the Sonys emphasis on lower frequencies in their sound signature meant that more bass frequencies were blocked while the music played. Again, sit by a loud shower, and they hold up well against the more expensive and much newer AirPods Max.
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Treblab
When I put these headphones on, I wondered to myself – is the noise canceling even on? I checked the ANC button and the app, and sure enough, the noise canceling was on. Not that it does very much, however. Even with music, the noise of the shower was loud and obnoxious, the only noise blocking coming from the ear-defender shape of the headphones. If you’re stuck sitting next to a shower, the Treblab cans aren’t going to do much of anything to block out background noise.
Momentum 4
The newness of the Momentum 4s really shines here – they block far more noise than any other headphones in this showdown. The lower frequencies of the water cascading from the shower are all gone, while the higher frequencies become something of a trickle. Playing Fancy, and the rest of the noise melts away. Very impressive if you’re, again, sitting next to a running shower, and want to block out the sound of the water. Just please, for the love of all things holy, don’t wear them in the shower.
The newness of the Momentum 4s really shines here.
The winner: The Momentum 4
The Momentum 4s win the shower test, blocking most of the 51dB noise of the shower. The AirPods come second, the Sony’s come third, and the Treblab a resounding last.
The busy city HiFi test
The second of the tests, and we’re all set up. This test should give us some idea of what walking through a city at the same time would be like with each pair of headphones. There is a constant noise level of 70dB, that shifts slightly through the video.
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AirPods Max
The AirPods made for an impressive experience. 70dB is a lot of noise, and perhaps even more than you might get in an actual city. The AirPods Max fared impressively well, blocking out a great deal of the cityscape. Notable parts that got past the noise canceling were loud voices and horns, but the rumble amongst the noise was completely negated. Volume was drastically reduced, which is always important. Play some music, and all but the most abrupt sounds are blocked out. Wander around a noise-controlled busy city that has a decibel ceiling of 70dB, and you’ll not regret spending $549.
WH-1000XM4
The Sony’s, despite their age, did a stellar job. They’re not quite as strong as the AirPods Max, but they do a solid job of keeping the noise out. The volume of the city was reduced, with the 70dB cut by some margin. They did struggle a little with the more sudden noises. Loud cars rushing past, police sirens, and car horns were all a little more noticeable than in the AirPods Max. There remains a focus on blocking out the lower frequencies here, and it cuts the pervasive city hum to an impressive degree. Play some music and you’ll soon find the noise cut out even more. The noise is lessened by some degree, and it’s only those louder, more abrupt sounds that make it through. Considering how old they are and how much you can pick them up for now, it’s an impressive experience.
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Treblab
You could turn these off and soon find that the same amount of noise is being blocked out. The noise canceling does nothing but add a certain amount of audible white noise that’s supposed to match the frequencies coming into the headphones, but just plays along with the sounds. Music doesn’t help. Disappointing, even for the price.
The noise canceling does nothing but add a certain amount of audible white noise that’s supposed to match the frequencies coming into the headphones.
Momentum 4
The Sennheisers continue to impress in the City test. They block out all the lower frequencies, leaving only fleeting high frequencies to disturb you. Don’t get me wrong, you know there’s noise out there, but it’s blocked to such a degree to almost be an effective volume control on the outside world turned down to ‘1’. They don’t stumble too much even with the most abrupt of sounds, and they do a great job with voices. Play music and you’re effectively cocooned in your own world. Impressive.
The Winner: Momentum 4
Once again, the newest headphones come out on top. The AirPods and the Sony’s arguably come to draw, and the Treblab are nowhere to be seen.
The walk to the shops test
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This short, five-minute walk will take me around a housing estate, and then briefly next to a busy main road. I’ve tried to make it the same time of day, but it is tricky to make this one consistent. I might have bought some sour patch kids candy at the end as a treat. Might.
AirPods Max
The AirPods Max were, as you might expect, excellent in the field. They made the whole world quieter, cranking down the sounds of people chatting and cars driving past. There was little to no wind noise, and the sound of distant traffic completely dissipated. The rush of car tires was still an element that crept through but was dampened to the point of not noticing. Twice kicked in, and the rest of the noise left too. Those tires became a thing of the past, and only the noisiest of engines made it through the blockade I’d created around my head with the headphones. Extremely livable.
WH-1000XM4
This particular set of headphones has gotten me through three years of walking through towns, shops, and everything in between, so I don’t think I could say that they’re in any way ‘not good’. They are starting to show their age a little in the outside world, however. They trip up slightly in dealing with wind noise, which rushes in more than you might like. There’s still an emphasis on drowning out the lowest frequencies, higher frequencies can break through a little easier. The rest of the noise canceling is very good, however, and with music playing, you’ll barely notice the sounds of the outside world.
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Treblab
Again, is the NC on? A quick check, and, again, yes, the ANC is on. I barely noticed it. Cars came through at almost full whack, and the white noise from before made a reappearance. Play music and the noise canceling does seem to work a little better, but you’re still going to hear almost everything around you. Like a normal pair of headphones, the noise is there, it’s simply ‘less’.
This particular set of headphones has gotten me through three years of walking through towns, shops, and everything in between.
Momentum 4
As with the other tests, the Momentum 4s do a great job of keeping the noise out. They block out pretty much everything that the music doesn’t cover, and what remains is barely noticeable. The only thing you’re going to hear with these on is super surprising noises, like car horns or someone swearing out of their car window. Like someone did with me. Because they didn’t use their turn signal, and I couldn’t hear the car turning into me, because I thought they were going straight on. Turn signals are useful, folks. Let this also make you think twice about noise canceling while walking out and about – no matter how attentive you are, all it takes is someone forgetting to use their turn signals. The Momentum 4s? Excellent. Not getting hit by a car? Also good.
Winner: AirPods Max/Momentum 4
It’s a draw between the AirPods and the Momentum 4s this time. The noise canceling is as good as it is in all the other tests here, deadening the outside world in all the frequencies, but the AirPods performed so well that you couldn’t pick a winner here if you tried. Sony’s second, and again, the Treblabs are last.
Overall winner: Momentum 4
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Well, what do you know – the newest headphones won. That’s not hugely surprising, but the fact that these guys are priced so well against their rivals speaks volumes as to what Sennheiser has made. They’re $250 less than the AirPods Max, and they feel and sound great. Apparently, the noise canceling is also great. Did I mention they last up to 60 hours on a single charge? With that noise canceling on? Madness. The winner here, the Momentum 4 from Sennheiser.
The AirPods Max can still match up where it counts.
The AirPods Max can still match up where it counts, however. The noise canceling that was on the top of the tree at the time is still very good now, and will impress anyone who sticks them on. They’re still very expensive mind you, and that price is starting to sting a little more with every year that passes without a new pair.
The Sony WH1000-XM4s still have my heart, but they no longer have my head. They are still a great pair of headphones that you can now get for excellent prices, but they are starting to lag behind a little. If you pay under $200 mind you, you won’t be wanting for much.
The Treblab Z7 Pro might as well not have noise canceling at all. Yes, they’re cheap, but it just eats up the battery life. If you do get a pair, just turn the ANC off and enjoy the above-average sound quality for the price. They’re not bad headphones, but they don’t cancel noise.
My biggest lesson? Don’t wear noise-canceling headphones when you’re out and about. You might get sworn at by angry men in grey vans.
According to a new rumor from a Weibo (opens in new tab) post shared by the Japanese blog Mac Otakara (opens in new tab), we might be getting a yellow iPhone 14 and 14 Plus. While this source hasn’t got a track record of being reliable with rumors or leaks, it wouldn’t be surprising to see new colors in the next couple of weeks.
After all, around a year ago on March 8, 2022, Apple unveiled the iPhone 13 in green, which also matched up to around halfway through the phone’s lifespan. This is almost exactly the same time of year, so a color refresh is almost certain. Whether it will be ‘iMore yellow’, however, is another case entirely.
A yellow iPhone?
There have been rumblings that Apple is planning PR briefings next week, with MacRumors citing anonymous sources as to the rumor. But yellow?
It wouldn’t be the first time the iPhone has been yellow, with the iPhone 11 having a yellow option in 2019 and the iPhone XR the year before. It’s a fetching shade and would match the yellow iPad 2022 you can currently get from Apple. The color will join the current color lineup of Midnight, Silver, Product RED, Blue, and Purple. Perhaps Apple will even give it a special name as they do for Black and Silver.
Until Apple releases any iPhone color news, we remain unsure as to whether this is happening. It would be the first refresh in this iPhone’s lifetime, as the 14 series reaches six months old towards the end of March.
So if you’ve been holding off on buying an iPhone for the last couple of months, then you might want to hold on a little longer, especially if you’ve been holding out for a yellow shade.
If you can’t be bothered to wait or aren’t interested in a yellow iPhone however, then make sure you check out the best iPhone 14 deals.
Believe it! Apple has partnered with boutique ice cream company Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams to create a limited edition ice cream flavor based on the Apple TV+ hit Ted Lasso, called “Ted Lasso – Biscuits with the Boss.” So naturally we headed over for a taste test!
According to Jeni’s, expect “Crumbly shortbread cookies in buttery sweet cream. Salty, mouthwatering, conversation-worthy.” Does the end result match the drool-worthy description?
Wait…why Ted Lasso biscuits and ice-cream?
As a fan of the show, I have been intrigued by the delicious biscuits (the British term for cookies) that essentially have their own storyline on the show. The relentlessly sweet Ted (played by Jason Sudeikis) bakes and brings these melt-in-the-mouth biscuits to his frosty boss Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham) every day. She is initially reluctant to even taste them, as she tends to avoid sweets. But of course, one bite, and she is addicted.
Over the course of the first season, these seemingly magical biscuits (and Ted’s infectious optimism and kindness) melt Rebecca’s cold exterior and reveal the sweet person within. So of course, like all Ted Lasso fans, I’d love to taste these biscuits for myself. You can find the official Ted Lasso cookie recipe online and bake them yourself if you’re so inclined. The recipe calls for just four ingredients: butter, confectioner’s sugar, flour, and salt. But isn’t everything better with ice-cream? Myself, and obviously Jeni’s, agree.
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Jeni’s is a small ice cream chain with less than two dozen “scoop shop” locations across the US, but the ice cream is available in thousands of grocery store freezers. The serious fan can even have Jeni’s ice cream shipped on dry ice, anywhere in the US.
I happen to live just a couple of miles from a Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams location. So when the Apple x Jeni’s collaboration was announced, I was one of the first in line at my local scoop shop to try this sweet and buttery new flavor even before the shop opened on March 2.
Yes, five of us Ted Lasso fans stood in line outside the ice cream shop on a Thursday morning.
And it’s still winter in our corner of the world.
The Ted Lasso Taste Test
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Is Ted Lasso’s Biscuits with the Boss ice cream as sweet as the tv show?
Frankly, it could be sweeter!
This ice cream base is definitely salted butter-forward. It’s delicious, but it’s saltier than most ice creams. You might think the ice cream would look like a salted caramel; it’s similar, but less sweet than that. The cookie chunks taste exactly how you’d imagine they would: dense, buttery, sweet, salty, and chewy. It’s quite a nice balance of flavors, and not like any ice cream I’ve had before, including the many Jeni’s ice creams I’ve tasted. Overall, the ice cream fits Jeni’s description precisely. If it sounds like a taste experience you’d enjoy, you’ll love it.
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I think a big reason for the popularity of Ted Lasso is the show’s overall tone of sweetness and positivity, especially since it came out in the height of the pandemic when the world was sorely lacking in optimism. The show’s tone is driven by the title character, who maintains his essential good-hearted nature even in the face of challenging obstacles. While Biscuits with the Boss isn’t quite as sweet as Coach Lasso himself, it’s sure to put a smile on your face.
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This ice cream isn’t Apple’s only unusual collaboration. In fact, there have been many weird Apple collaborations over the years that you probably forgot (or wish you could forget.)
And if Ted Lasso ice cream isn’t on the menu for you, but you’re still looking for a soccer football-themed fix, you won’t have long to wait for Ted Lasso season 3, which starts streaming on Apple TV Plus on March 15. Go team!
The hugely popular short-form video app TikTok says that it is turning on new features that are designed to help teens spend less time in its app. Or, at least, be more aware of how much time they spend watching memes.
TikTok is one of the apps that some people have raised concerns about in recent years, with the app often proving too addictive for teens to turn down. Now it says it’s going to limit teens to just 60 minutes of watching videos each day, although there are caveats to be considered.
The main caveat is that the whole thing can be disabled, rendering it useless.
In a press release (opens in new tab) TikTok says that in the coming weeks, every account that is owned by anyone under the age of 18 will be automatically opted into the 60-minute limit. The outfit says that the time wasn’t plucked out of thin air, either — it spoke to academic research and experts from the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital, we’re told.
“If the 60-minute limit is reached, teens will be prompted to enter a passcode in order to continue watching, requiring them to make an active decision to extend that time,” TikTok explains. And things are slightly different for those who are under 13, too.
“For people in our under 13 experience, the daily screen time limit will also be set to 60 minutes, and a parent or guardian will need to set or enter an existing passcode to enable 30 minutes of additional watch time.”
All of this can of course be disabled if that’s something that everyone agrees on, although it might mean that few teens actually abide by that 60-minute limit in the end.
It isn’t that TikTok itself is bad, per se. But the company clearly understands that people are concerned about the amount of time that people spend watching content there. Us? We’re more concerned that every other video is someone talking into an AirPod like it’s a microphone. Maybe they only have one of them and lost the other?
If that’s you, fear not. We have some AirPods deals that will get you a pair of those things for your ears.
Windows has today announced an early preview of Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 that will let users link their iPhone to their Windows PC and use features including iMessage.
“We are beginning an early preview of Phone Link for iOS on Windows 11 with Windows Insiders,” the company stated, with a preview rolling out to Insiders this week.
Users on the Preview will be able to pick “iPhone” as an option on the Phone Link homepage (where you can already link your Android device). “We are beginning this preview with a small percentage of Insiders at first throughout this week, which means not all Insiders will see the preview right away,” Microsoft stated in a press release (opens in new tab) Tuesday.
Using iMessage on Windows 11
You’ll then get a series of steps to help you pair your iPhone and your PC over Bluetooth, including giving permission to access your notifications and contacts. Once completed, you’ll be able to use “basic” iOS functions including calls, messages, and contacts, with notifications coming directly through your Windows notifications. However, there are a couple of big limitations. This won’t support group messages or sending media, so no gifs, images, or videos. It’s a pretty heavy shortcoming, but this is a very early beta feature for Windows users.
Still, it’s nice to know that Windows users have something in the pipeline for better iPhone support and integration. Apple has previously rolled out new versions of Apple Music and Apple TV for Windows, all signs that cross-platform integration and interoperability are improving. However, we’ve got a long way to go before everyone on Windows can get fully functioning iOS and iPhone integration and support.
Users will need Phone Link app version 1.23012.169.0 and higher, but the preview itself will be controlled via the cloud. Microsoft plans to roll out increased availability over time based on feedback from the first set of insiders.
Squishmallows, the colorful plush toys that my TikTok “For You” page shows me constantly, teamed up with Pokemon last year, and the world subsequently met soft, oval-shaped versions of ‘mons Gengar and Pikachu.
A new video teases two more Pokemon getting the Squishmallow treatment, and they’re definitely round enough for it.
The clip, posted by the Pokemon and Squishmallows Instagram accounts on Monday, shows Pikachu and Gengar on a FaceTime call with Wave 2 Pokemon Squishmallows Snorlax and Togepi. You can watch the interaction in the tweet above.
Squishmallows (not just the Pokemon kind) remain a popular toy, if the constant stream of plush toy-related content on my TikTok is any indictation. According to Squishmallow maker Jazwares, Snorlax and Togepi Squishmallows will be available on PokemonCenter.com and at mass retailers this spring.
The Pikachu and Gengar toys hit PokemonCenter.com in late November but sold out quickly. Different size versions have appeared at Target and Walmart in recent months, as cataloged by folks on TikTok.
I asked Jazwares for confirmation about the price of the new Squishmallows but didn’t hear back.
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Apple AirPods Max wearers in New York have been warned following a spate of thefts that include moped-riding thieves taking the wireless headphones right off the heads of victims.
The thefts reportedly started on January 28, with multiple pairs of AirPods Max being stolen every day. Reports suggest that thefts generally happen in the mid-to-late afternoon time, perhaps as people make their way home from work.
Reports have thieves riding up to AirPods Max wearers, swiping the headphones, and then riding off into the sunset. So far, there doesn’t appear to be any sign that the police know who to blame for the thefts.
Going, going, gone
Tea PA (opens in new tab) reports that that the thefts normally involve “four people on two mopeds riding up to victims from behind, snatching their Apple AirPods Max headphones and then speeding off.” So far thefts have been reported across Manhattan, including at least one incident of AirPods Max being stolen in Central Park.
Each pair of AirPods Max retails for $549 at the Apple Store and unlike AirPods and AirPods Pro, they’re easy to spot at distance thanks to their size and distinctive design. The AP report doesn’t say that other brands of headphones have been targeted, perhaps suggesting that people should be looking for the best AirPods Max alternatives if they’re in Manhattan.
There are of course much better ways to get your hands on a pair of AirPods Max without resorting to theft. The headphones might cost $549 from Apple, but you can normally find some of the best AirPods deals at other retailers like Amazon. The outfit is currently selling AirPods Max for just $499 (opens in new tab)depending on the color you choose.
There were rumors that Apple could be working on new AirPods Max colors, but we’ve yet to see that happen. For now, the same Silver, Space Gray, Pink, Green, and Sky Blue are the ones to choose from.
The iPhone 15 is expected to drop in its usual September window later this year, and it’s shaping up to be a pretty major update.
Apple is going to have to do a lot to convince users to upgrade to its new iPhone this year, with the pressures of inflation and the cost of living crisis squeezing like never before, not buying the latest iPhone is a great way to save money for most people.
Rumor has it we could get the first design shift in years, USB-C, a new processor, and more, here are some of the best new rumored features coming to the iPhone for the first time this year.
iPhone 15: USB-C
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It’s finally time. As impending EU legislation looms over Apple, the word on the street is that Apple is all-in on USB-C for iPhone this year. That means no more Lightning ports and an end of the Lightning cable. This will mean parity with all your other Apple devices like iPad and Mac, but will also mean that existing hubs, docks, and cables you use with your iPhone are headed for the trash.
We’ve heard rumors of USB-C from high-profile insiders Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman, as well as leaks, renders, and images of the new iPhone 15 depicting an all-new USB-C charging port to complement MagSafe and wireless charging.
iPhone 15: A17
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The new A17 chip is expected to be the first iPhone chip built on TSMC’s 3nm process. That means a higher logic density that will make the new chips even faster and more efficient than the iPhone 14 Pro’s A16. It is faster at the same power draw as the old one, or more efficient at the same speeds. That means faster apps, better computational photography, and longer battery life. However, this feature is reportedly reserved for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. What’s more, the 3nm process reportedly surpassed expectations in testing, which means that performance gains over the A16 from the iPhone 14 Pro might be even better than first thought.
Capacitive buttons
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Apple’s volume buttons and the beloved mute switch may both get a redesign this year according to the most recent iPhone 15 design leaks. The mechanical volume buttons could be replaced with capacitive buttons and haptic feedback which will mean fewer moving parts and one less weakness for water and dust ingress in your iPhone. It’s one less set of buttons to break, but it could cause internal problems if they stop working. This switch could be similar to the change Apple made to its iPhone home button back in the day from a physical button to a haptic-powered version.
iPhone 15: Periscope Camera Lens
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The new iPhone 15 Pro, or possibly only the iPhone 15 Pro Max, will likely get a new periscope camera. That means using angled mirrors like a periscope to bounce light into your iPhone camera’s lens. This allows a phone to have much higher levels of optical zoom without the need for a huge camera bump on the back of the phone. Apple will reportedly offer 5-6x optical zoom on the iPhone 15 Pro Max thanks to this new feature.
iPhone 15: Dynamic Island
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The Dynamic Island isn’t new. It was one of the biggest innovations of the iPhone 14 Pro, and reports indicate that it might be coming to all of the new iPhone 15 models. That means a less intrusive notch and cool software integration with iOS 16 that can display timers, music, calls, and more seamlessly around your iPhone’s FaceTime camera.
iPhone 15 WiFi 6E
Apple is reportedly planning to introduce Wi-Fi 6E to at least some iPhone 15 models this year. That would mean support for the 6GHz Wi-Fi band on top of the 2.4 GHz and 5GHz bands currently supported. This, in turn, would mean faster and more reliable Wi-Fi connections on your iPhone when you’re at home or out and about, something Apple’s new MacBook Pro and iPad Pro already benefit from.
iPhone 15: The most exciting upgrade
As far as I’m concerned, USB-C is the most exciting upgrade coming to iPhone this year. That will finally mean an end to hosting multiple chargers around the house and fumbling for the right cable every time you need power. Every single device in my home apart from the iPhone runs off USB-C, and I can’t wait to ditch the Lightning port for good.
It looks like the iPhone 15 Pro could be getting an upgrade in the camera department — but not the part you might have been thinking.
One of the components that sets the pro iPhone apart from its lower-end counterpart is the camera system. Not only do the pro iPhones include a zoom and macro lens but also a LiDAR sensor that helps the phone with not only augmented reality, but more precise photography and videography.
Apple has seemingly used the same LiDAR sensor since it was brought to the pro iPhones with the iPhone 12 Pro, but that could be about to change. According to supply chain analyst Ming Chi Kuo, Apple is moving away from Lumentum and Win Semi, it’s current partners for the sensor, to Sony for supply of the LiDAR sensor for all iPhone 15 Pro production.
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According to Kuo, “the critical design of Sony’s ToF VCSEL solution is integrating VCSEL & driver IC, which can reduce power consumption or provide better ToF performance under same power consumption.” This means that Sony’s sensor could result in better battery life as well as performance for the camera and augmented reality.
The iPhone 15 Pro is only 7 months away
The iPhone 15 lineup is expected to bring the Dynamic Island to the regular models and add USB-C to the iPhone for the first time (which appears to be confirmed if the most recent CAD models are real).
The iPhone 15 Pro models are rumored to feature a titanium frame and the usual round of camera upgrades, something also indicated by some larger bumps that are expected due to some recent CAD render leaks. The pro iPhones are expected to be powered by the anticipated A17 processor and a new design language that is a slight departure from the rigid corners of the current generation.
We’re only months away from Apple’s yearly September event but, before that, we have WWDC 23 coming in June!
Sure as death and taxes, another set of iPhones is expected to arrive in 2023, and as always the rumor mill is kicking into overdrive.
While we’ve already covered what could be coming in the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Pro, here we’ll be taking a look at what could be included in the iPhone 15 Pro Max – Apple’s largest Pro phone, likely with a price tag to match.
With last year seeing the iPhone 14 Pro Max in lockstep with the iPhone 14 Pro, gaining the new Dynamic Island, and offering improved satellite connectivity for emergencies, could this be the year that the bigger phone diverges from its sibling?
Here’s everything we know about the iPhone 15 Pro Max so far.
iPhone 15 Pro Max release date rumors
There are no prizes for guessing the iPhone 15 Pro Max is likely to arrive in September, as has been the case for iPhone launches almost every year – the exception being during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Expect a full unveiling in early September, and preorders to open later in the month. There is the potential for a slip to October if Apple staggers the rollout of its models, but last year it was the similarly sized but more affordable iPhone 14 Plus that was nudged a little later.
iPhone 15 Pro Max price rumors
Again, we’re expecting Apple to remain steadfast with an opening price of $1099 for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, likely with 128GB of storage (more on that later).
Expect to pay considerably more for the highest tier of storage, which we expect will remain at 1TB.
iPhone 15 Pro Max size
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It feels like Apple has hit a sweet spot with its iPhone sizes, so we’d be very surprised to see the iPhone 15 Pro Max come with anything other than the 6.7-inch display we’ve seen for years.
In January 2023, Haitong International Securities analyst Jeff Pu’s research note suggested that iPhone 15 will come in 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch variants (the standard and plus), and the same on the Pro side.
That’s not all, though, with Pu suggesting a Titanium frame for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, with a USB-C port across the lineup.
In terms of overall dimensions, Apple has weakened its stance on pushing for thinner and thinner devices. We’re unlikely to get a brick of a phone, naturally, but depending on the reshuffled internals there’s every chance it could be a smidge larger than its predecessors.
In fact, a recent Cad file leak, showcases a larger camera bump. iPhone camera bumps have steadily been getting a little larger, and it appears that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will follow suit.
iPhone 15 Pro Max Processor
While the A16 Bionic chip in last year’s phone made the jump to 4nm technology, it’ll be all change again with an A17 processor with 3nm technology according to new reports.
As we noted when looking at the iPhone 15 Pro, 3nm offers 15% more speed at the same power levels but can function with 30% less power, too.
That could be a significant speed increase on an already rapid chip, while potentially extending the already impressive battery life even further thanks to its power efficiency.
Apple may design its chips, but TSMC is the company that handles the manufacturing – and a DigiTimes report suggests that the 3nm chip is already “exceeding expectations” even months out from manufacturing, with TSMC’s 3nm node performance “better than expected”. The M3 Macs, expected in 2024, are also expected to move to 3nm technology.
Jeff Pu is back with another note, too, suggesting that while the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will get the A17 chip, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will instead get the A16 Bionic.
iPhone 15 Pro Max design
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A 9to5Mac report in February 2023 shared design files (CAD files) for the iPhone 15 Pro which suggests it may have a more curved edge on the front glass and back panel as Apple edges away from the more iPhone 5-like industrial design and a little closer to the iPhone 6 design that followed.
Expect the iPhone 15 Pro Max to follow its smaller sibling’s lead, with both also gaining a titanium frame that may further increase durability without adding any significant weight. That’s according to longtime Apple expert Mark Gurman of Bloomberg.
iPhone 15 Pro Max USB-C charging
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The subject of much speculation, the iPhone 15 Pro is expected to mark the debut of USB-C charging and data transfer on the iPhone range following an EU ruling that means Apple is finally forced to ditch the Lightning connector.
The benefits of a USB-C iPhone 15 lineup are the ability to use more universal chargers (including those of MacBooks and iPad Pros) but also increased data transfer speed over the current Lightning setup. The iPhone 15 is also expected to get USB-C, too.
Jeff Pu’s aforementioned research note suggests that iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, and 15 Pro Max will all have USB-C charging.
iPhone 15 Pro Max display
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Last year’s “Dynamic Island” was uniquely Apple, merging software and hardware to create a seamless software experience that was just as much fun as it was functional.
Apple is still continuing to roll out improvements to the system, with developers working within the platform holder’s framework to continue adding Live Activity functionality to apps. With that in mind, expect the system to return on the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
We’re also expecting the Always-On display to return, especially since Apple has continued to fine-tune it since launch.
That’s not to say there won’t be changes, however, with analysts anticipating thinner bezels around the edges of the display. In 2024, presumably with the iPhone 16 Pro Max, we can potentially expect the Face ID sensor to be hidden under the display, potentially shrinking (or even removing) the Dynamic Island if Apple chooses to.
iPhone 15 Pro Max camera
The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max gained considerable upgrades, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to gain its own unique feature – a periscope camera design.
Expect vastly improved zoom with the new setup without increasing the lens size – although the 9to5Mac report does suggest a larger camera bump is expected.
Whether the 48MP camera is being increased remains to be seen, with Apple’s Photonic Engine imagine pipeline being a big boon for the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max range.
iPhone 15 Pro Max RAM and storage
The iPhone 14 Pro Max has 6GB of RAM regardless of storage option, and there’s every chance that Apple maintains that with the iPhone 15 Pro Max. That said, the company has upped the RAM in certain devices, notably the iPad Pro lineup, when there’s more storage.
With the iPhone lineup currently topping out at 1TB, we may see an increase in RAM across the board (reports suggest 8GB), and we’re expecting the usual quartet of 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options. The base iPhone 15 and the rumored iPhone 15 Plus are expected to go up to 512GB.
iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G and Wi-Fi
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In January 2023, a research note from Barclays analysts Blayne Curtis and Tom O’Malley predicted that iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will offer Wi-Fi 6E hardware for increased speeds and stronger connection across 6GHz bands.
It’s not the most exciting upgrade you may have thought of, but it’ll go some way to futureproofing the iPhone 15 Pro Max and increase compatibility with the latest routers in the same way the hardware has already found its way to M2 MacBook Pros, Mac Mini, and iPad Pro.
iPhone 15 Pro Max, coming soon?
With the standard September launch window penciled in for all four new iPhones, we have but a few months to wait in order to see the new iPhone 15 Pro Max in all of its glory. Stay tuned!
Apple Watches already have a pretty comprehensive suite of health features on board. There’s the heart monitor and ECG generator, the step counter, and more recently in the Apple Watch Series 8, the temperature gauge that can be used for sleep and cycle tracking. Now, it looks like there will be a new health feature that sees the watch able to read blood glucose levels, without the need for a needle or a pinprick.
What’s really interesting is not just how the technology will work, but how Apple got there and how the new milestone they’ve reached could make life better for swathes of people.
Big news for diabetes
The best Apple Watch has already saved lives with its heart monitor, but now it could make life a whole lot easier with its new blood glucose reader. It’s a long way off, write Mark Gurman for Bloomberg (opens in new tab)but the company has reached ‘major milestones’ and now Apple believes it could ‘bring glucose monitoring to market’.
This tech is being developed but Apple’s most secretive design team, XDG. That’s a fun Acronym for the ‘Exploratory Design group’, a previously unreported group within the already secretive Apple. This technology has reportedly been in development for the last 12 years, and only now is looking like it’s in the proof of concept phase.
While it’s still a long way off, there’s a great deal to be excited about here. My Dad, a type 2 Diabetic, and he has to take regular blood glucose readings throughout the day. Those involve a pinprick in his finger, and then a short reading from a machine that he keeps in a drawer next to his desk. There are multiple steps to the process, and sometimes he forgets. Even when his phone tells him it’s time, there are still a few different things he has to do. If he’s in the middle of a work-based call, for example, he can slip his mind.
If this was done by his Apple Watch, not only would he be less likely to forget, as he could have reminders on his watch to ping him when he needs a reading, but it could be done without a needle. Apple could, like it’s already done with step counters and other fitness products, make an entire industry sit up and listen.
Apple Card has been around for a few years now and, with it, Daily Cash. Up until now, you’ve only had one place to house all of that cash back: the Apple Cash Card.
It appears that Apple has decided to give everyone another option and has announced that it is launching a new savings account exclusively for Apple Card users. Jennifer Bailey, Apple’s vice president of Apple Pay and Apple Wallet, says that its new savings account is another tool for its users to “lead healthier financial lives.”
“Savings enables Apple Card users to grow their Daily Cash rewards over time, while also saving for the future. Savings delivers even more value to users’ favorite Apple Card benefit — Daily Cash — while offering another easy-to-use tool designed to help users lead healthier financial lives,” reads a statement from Apple on the new launch.
But what exactly will it offer, and is it worth moving your savings into an Apple-branded vault? Here’s everything we know so far about the Apple Savings account.
What is the Apple Savings account?
The Apple Savings account is a new savings account that users with an Apple Card can choose to open. Apple is marketing it as a “high-yield” savings account that users can deposit their Daily Cash into in order to get more out of the rewards they earn with their Apple credit card.
In addition to automatically depositing earned Daily Cash into the account, users will also be able to deposit additional funds into the account directly from a linked bank account.
How much interest will the Apple Savings account earn?
Apple has not yet said exactly how much interest its upcoming savings account will earn for account holders. In its press release announcing the account, Apple has only said that it will be a “high-yield” savings account.
However, we do know that the new savings account is held by Goldman Sachs, Apple’s current partner with Apple Card. Goldman’s consumer-facing brand is Marcus and that does currently have a savings account with an interest rate of 2.35% APY.
So, we can likely expect the interest rate for Apple’s Savings account to equal or exceed that number.
What kinds of fees will the Apple Savings account charge?
Just like Apple Card, the company is trying to go the no-fee route with its new Apple Savings account.
There are many savings account products in the financial market that have monthly maintenance fees, a minimum monthly balance in order to avoid those fees, and a minimum initial deposit to earn a certain percentage rate. Apple, in comparison, says that its new Apple Savings account will have “no fees, no minimum deposits, and no minimum balance requirements.”
So, if you have found that your current savings account has been nickel and diming your money, Apple’s Savings account might be a good option for you.
Who can open an Apple Savings account?
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At launch, Apple says that its new Apple Savings account will only be available for Apple Card customers. This means that, if you do not have the company’s credit card, you will not be able to sign up for the new savings account.
More specifically, Apple’s Savings account will only be available for Apple Card owners and co-owners of the credit card. This language seems to indicate that if you have co-owners of an Apple Card, each person will open their own separate Savings account rather than one joint Savings account.
Limiting the Savings account to Apple Card owners and co-owners also means that members of your Apple Card Family, like a child that may be an authorized user, will not be able to open an Apple Savings account.
How will I create and manage my Apple Savings account?
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According to Apple, its new Savings account won’t be found directly in the Wallet app. Instead, it will be contained within the Apple Card experience in the Wallet app.
“Apple Card users will be able to easily set up and manage Savings directly in their Apple Card in Wallet,” Apple states.
The company says that the Savings account will feature its own dashboard, showing users their balance and the amount of interest they have earned.
“Once set up, Apple Card users can watch their rewards grow in Wallet through an easy-to-use Savings dashboard, which shows their account balance and interest increased over time,” is how it’s described.
In the first developer beta for iOS 16.4 released in February 2023, code revealed that Apple is looking to store “routing and account numbers, current balance, earned interest, data management, funds available for withdrawal, and more” within the Wallet app to manage the Apple Savings account
How will I make deposits and withdrawals from my Apple Savings account?
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According to Apple, there are going to be two ways to make deposits into your Apple Savings account. The first allows account holders to have Daily Cash earned with their Apple Card automatically deposited into their new Savings account rather than their Apple Cash card:
“All future Daily Cash received will be automatically deposited into it, or they can choose to continue to have it added to an Apple Cash card in Wallet. Users can change their Daily Cash destination at any time.”
Account holders will also be able to make additional deposits into their Savings account from a linked bank account. The company also notes that you will be able to make withdrawals to your Apple Cash card or linked bank account:
“To expand Savings even further, users can also deposit additional funds into their Savings account through a linked bank account, or from their Apple Cash balance. Users can also withdraw funds at any time by transferring them to a linked bank account or to their Apple Cash card, with no fees.”
In the first developer beta of iOS 16.4, Apple included language of how transfers will work. The beta includes copy that states that users can “transfer your Apple Cash balance to your savings account and start earning interest today” and “You can transfer up to [amount] from Apple Cash to your savings account in a single transaction and start earning interest today.”
When will the Apple Savings account launch?
Apple did not originally provide a release date when it announced the Savings account. The company just said that it would be available “in the coming months.”
However, in the release notes for iOS 16.1, the company revealed that the account will launch alongside the software update on Monday, October 24. That launch date, unfortunately, did not pan out as, when iOS 16.1 debuted to users, the savings account was missing from the release. Apple did not specify a new release date at that time.
At the beginning of December, Goldman Sachs updated its Apple Card Customer Agreement with language around the Apple Savings account. The company specifically said, “to enable new ways to use Daily Cash like the upcoming Savings account feature, we are updating the Daily Cash Program section of your Apple Card Customer Agreement.” That indicated that the Apple Savings account could launch soon, but that is still only speculation as there is still no communication directly from Apple as to when the account will debut.
Code within the first developer beta of iOS 16.4 references the Apple Savings account, indicating that the service could launch when the software update is rolled out to all users. It’s currently unknown when exactly that will be, but a recent report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg indicated that it is likely to be in the spring along with Apple Pay Later, the company’s other upcoming financial service. That makes sense since Apple is set to host WWDC 23 in June.
