Bloomberg: Apple aims to launch AirPower mat by September, runs a ‘stripped down’ version of iOS
Apple’s AirPower charging mat was first announced in September alongside the announcement of the iPhone 8 and iPhone X, with an opaque ‘2018’ release timeframe. More than half way through, the product is yet to hit shelves. Bloomberg says that Apple had aimed to launch the accessory in June, but hit delays due to problems with overheating.
AirPower is much more complicated than a standard Qi charging mat. The report says the mat actually runs a stripped down version of iOS so it can manage power and complex circuitry, and communicate with the iOS devices, Apple Watch and AirPods that are laid on it.
TSMC confirms plans for 5nm plant as it seeks to retain Apple’s A-series chip business
It was reported back in January that TSMC was investing in a 5nm chip fabrication process as part of its efforts to retain its sole supplier status for Apple’s A-series chips.
The company has now confirmed this report …
Apple-backed digital car key standard will let you use your iPhone to unlock your car
A new digital key standard will allow you to use a smartphone (and possibly Apple Watch) to unlock your car.
The standard is backed by Apple, Samsung, LG and Qualcomm, as well as a number of car manufacturers …
Latest Apple Pay promo offers 15% off in the Adidas app
Apple continues to offer weekly deals for iOS-based shopping when using Apple Pay as your payment method. Apple just sent out a new promotion that will be great if you need some new workout clothes or running shoes. If you pay with Apple Pay, you can get 15% off anything in the Adidas app.
Which 2018 iPhone are you most looking forward to? [Poll]
Earlier this week, a hands-on video made the rounds that offered our closest look yet at the sizing of this year’s new iPhone models. While we’re still at least three months away from Apple’s announcement of its new iPhones, which one are you most excited to see?
watchOS 5: How to manage Walkie-Talkie contacts
Walkie-Talkie has been long time in the making, first announced for the original Apple Watch with the initial watchOS 1.0 software, and then scrapped before launch. Now, it’s nice seeing it make a comeback 5 major software releases later.
Microsoft introduces its Apple News competitor ‘Microsoft News’
Microsoft today has officially rolled out its brand new ‘Microsoft News’ apps on iOS and Android. The company boasts that this new platform is a way to “keep you informed in an easily accessible, compressive, and trustworthy way.”
Apple rolls out transit support in Apple Maps to Buffalo, New York
Apple today has continued its rollout of transit support in Apple Maps. The company has now started to roll the feature out in Buffalo, New York…
Mac: How to change your computer name
Does your Mac have a different name than you’d like? Follow along for how to quickly change your computer’s name.
9to5Mac Daily 096: June 20, 2018
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