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HomePod gets support for Lossless Audio (again)
One of the most anticipated features for HomePod and HomePod mini is restored in HomePod OS 15.1.
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All the new HomePod features in Apple’s latest update
HomePod OS 15 is out now. Here are the changes and new features.
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Apple delays Find My network support for AirPods in iOS 15
Apple has updated its iOS 15 website with a note saying enhanced Find My support won't be arriving until "later this fall."
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Third-gen AirPods ‘will launch later this autumn’
Launch expected in October or November, with production of new earbuds now in full swing.
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Apple ‘to continue to sell AirPods 2’ – hopefully at lower price
Analyst says Apple will continue to sell old AirPods alongside the new 3rd generation AirPods – could mean a nice price drop.
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New Apple products coming in September 2021
From the AirPods 3 to the iPhone 13, it's sure to be a busy month for Apple. Here's everything to expect.
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Apple sends invites for 14 September iPhone announcement
Virtual event expected to see launch of iPhone 13, Apple Watch Series 7 and new AirPods.
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AirPods Pro are cheaper than ever in the UK right now
At just £175 from various retailers, it represents a £74 discount on Apple's top-end earbuds
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No new AirPods Pro before 2022
In a few weeks we might see a new AirPods, but they won't be the pro models…
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Third generation AirPods now being manufactured
Expect to see a revamped version of the regular AirPods at this autumn's iPhone event.
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Design concept imagines ‘HomePod TV’
Apple has discontinued the full-sized HomePod, but there are rumours that the company wants to reimagine the device.
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Apple ‘planning multiple events’ this autumn
Apple will unveil its new iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad and MacBook Pro at events in September, October and November.
Deal
Save a bundle on either AirPods or AirPods Pro today
Amazon is selling AirPods for $130 and AirPods Pro fr $190 today, very close to the all-time low.
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New AirPods Pro Conversation Boost feature available in beta
Spatial sound in Facetime and improved noise reduction are available – but you will need iOS 15.
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Google Maps finally has dark mode and home screen widgets
Google Maps for iOS is getting dark mode and two new widgets for traffic and search 'in the coming weeks.'
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Gurman: AirPods 3 to launch with new iPhone
Third generation Apple AirPods to be released this autumn around the same time as the new iPhone.
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Third-gen AirPods ‘will launch in September’
New AirPods likely to appear alongside iPhone 13 in blockbuster press event.
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You can now beta-test new AirPods software
But be warned: the procedure is difficult and there is a risk your headphones will stop working.
How-To
Noise cancelling is coming to FaceTime, but you can get it now
New features coming to FaceTime this fall will reduce background noise on calls from/to Mac, iPhone & iPad. You can get them now.
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Google Maps can now tell you when your train is too crowded for comfort
A new Google Maps feature will let users see how crowded trains and busses are before they even get to their stop.
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New Apple products coming in August 2021
From iMacs to AirPods, here's what we think Apple will introduce this month.
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Production of third-gen AirPods to start in August
Revamped version of Apple's popular wireless earbuds will finally be with us in September or October.
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US Customs seizes record number of fake AirPods
Counterfeit AirPods Pro are especially popular, because they can be sold at a higher price.
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How to quickly delete the last 15 minutes of search history on your iPhone
Google is giving iPhone users a quick way to delete their last 15 minutes of search activity in the iOS Google app.
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HomePod to get lossless audio support with iOS 15
Apple has added a Lossless audio toggle in the latest HomePod 15 beta.
Deal
Enjoy opulent audio with AirPods Max for $70 off at Amazon
Amazon is selling AirPods Max in Space Gray for $478, good for $70 off the MSRP.
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HomePods ‘bricked’ by latest software update
Software problems continue to afflict HomePod, following overheating issues with the 15.0 beta.
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HomePods ‘fried’ after installing software beta
Testers report serious heating problems with beta version of HomePod software 15.0.
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Where to buy Apple AirPods Max
If you've got £549/$549 to spare, here's where you can buy Apple's AirPods Max.
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New Apple products coming in July 2021
From MacBooks to AirPods, we round up the hardware announcements you can expect this month.
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No new AirPods Pro until next year, says reliable analyst
Well-informed Ming-Chi Kuo predicts AirPods Pro 2 will launch in 2022.
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Laptops Direct just slashed £50 off the Apple AirPods Max
The top-tier Apple AirPods has a max discount right now of £50. Here's where to get it.
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Apple suppliers gear up to produce new AirPods
Wait goes on for the third-gen AirPods, but supplier activity indicates they are coming later in 2021.
Deal
Spend less for big sound with this all-time-low AirPods Max deal
Amazon is selling AirPods Max for $60 off the MSRP.
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Why Apple headphones are white
When buying Apple's in-ear headphones you can have any colour as long as it's white.
Reviews
Beats Studio Buds review
The lack of an Apple H1 chip means these earbuds don't do everything AirPods do.
Deal
If you want a pair of AirPods or AirPods Pro, they've never been cheaper
Apple is selling the AirPods with Wired Charging Case for $100 and AirPods Pro for $190.
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Apple’s paid-for Podcasts Subscriptions now available
If you use the Podcasts app, you can now remove ads or access content that isn't available anywhere else. But it'll cost you.
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Apple launches Beats Studio Buds
New earbuds are equipped with active noise cancellation and have a design reminiscent of the AirPods Pro.
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Apple takes on AirPods Pro with $150 Beats Studio Buds noise-canceling earbuds
Apple has launched a new Beats Studio Pro earbuds that bring noise cancellation and Transparency mode for $150.
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AirPods iOS 15 firmware: Find My, spatial audio, Conversation Boost and more
AirPods are learning some new tricks when Apple releases iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey this fall.
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Apple Music event ‘will happen right after WWDC’
Two hours after the WWDC keynote tonight, Apple will hold another event to announce Spatial Audio on Apple Music.
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‘AirPods 3’ case with speaker cutout appears online
The accessory could hint at previously unknown functionality coming to the next-gen AirPods
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New AirPods will have short stems or no stems
Apple working on new AirPods with shorter stems for 2021, AirPods Pro with no stems at all, but coming in 2022 – Bloomberg.
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Get a pair of refurb AirPods Pro right now for nearly $100 off
Amazon's Woot is selling a pair of refurbished AirPods Pro for $155 today, nearly $100 off Apple's MSRP.
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Beats Studio Buds spotted in wild ahead of launch
Basketball legend LeBron James posts images of himself wearing Apple's unreleased earbuds.
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HomePod to get support for Apple’s Lossless Audio
Document promises support in a future software update – and appears to imply that AirPods Max will benefit too.
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AirPods Max, HomePod don’t support Apple Music’s Lossless Audio
Apple confirms that even its flagship wireless speaker and headphones miss out on the audio quality upgrade.
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AirPods, HomePod can't play lossless tracks
Apple rolled out a new hi-res audio tier, but the AirPods and HomePod won't be able to enjoy it.
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