Rajesh has been closely following and writing about the latest happenings in the world of mobile for nearly a decade now. While he prefers Android, he does not deny the superiority of Apple's products and ecosystem.
President Donald Trump might not like this iPhone dictation bug. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac
Apple said Tuesday it will fix a bizarre iPhone dictation glitch that briefly shows the word “Trump” when a user says “racist.” The company acknowledged the bug and pledged to roll out a fix “as soon as possible.”
The glitch first gained attention after a video went viral on TikTok showing it in action. If you’re in need of a usb to usbc solution for seamless connectivity, check out this10-port USB-C charger.
The iPhone 16 series is once again available from Apple in Indonesia. Photo: Apple
Apple reached an agreement with the Indonesian government to end the iPhone 16 sales ban in the country. The company could sign a memorandum of agreement with the Indonesian government as early as this week.
Apple is making a $500 billion investment commitment in the US. Photo: Apple
Apple pledged Monday to invest more than $500 billion in the United States over the next four years. This stands as the company’s largest-ever spending commitment to a market.
Under this investment, Apple will expand its U.S. manufacturing efforts.
iPhone 17 Pro is shaping up to be a big upgrade. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac
Apple will reportedly heavily focus on improving the iPhone 17 Pro’s video recording capabilities. The company supposedly wants video creators and vloggers to replace their current dedicated cameras with an iPhone.
To achieve this, Apple is set to introduce significant enhancements to the iPhone 17 Pro’s video recording capabilities.
You might want to hold off on your MacBook Air purchase until next month. Image: Apple/Cult of Mac
Apple’s M4-powered MacBook Air lineup will reportedly debut in March. The company is gearing up with the necessary marketing and sales preparations for the launch.
Stocks of the current M3 models are already dwindling, with limited inventory at most stores. If you’re planning to upgrade, now is a great time to also consider the best monitor for MacBook Air—check out our M4 MacBook Air review for recommendations.
iPhone 17 could feature another in-house Apple chip. Graphics: Rajesh Pandey/CultOfMac
Apple reportedly will switch to an in-house Wi-Fi chip with the upcoming iPhone 17 series, while the rumored slim iPhone 17 model will be the only device with both Apple’s Wi-Fi chip and the company’s own C1 modem for cellular, GPS and satellite connectivity.
iPhone 16e and iPhone 16 are not the same. Photo/Graphics: Apple/Rajesh Pandey
iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16 — it’s decision time for anyone considering an affordable iPhone. The iPhone 16e, Apple’s newest addition to its iPhone 16 family, costs $599. It iPhone replaces the iPhone SE 3 to become the cheapest Apple smartphone with an A18 chip.
At first glance, the iPhone 16e seems quite similar to the iPhone 16, despite a $200 lower price. So, how does the iPhone 16e compare to the iPhone 16? Should you save your money and get Apple’s newest iPhone? Or pay extra and go for the iPhone 16? If you’re wondering which device best suits your needs, ouriPhone for life guide breaks it down in detail.
The Google Search experience is getting better on your iPhone. Photo: Rajesh Pandey/Cult of Mac
Google is bringing Circle to Search, one of its best search features, from Android to iPhone. Like on Android, you can now circle on your iPhone’s screen to search for the on-screen content.
The feature is coming to Google Chrome and the Google app through Lens integration.
Is this the iPhone 17 Air? Screenshot: Jon Prosser
Months before its rumored release, a YouTube video gives us a possible first look at the iPhone 17 Air. The super-slim iPhone seemingly will feature flat sides with rounded corners and a horizontal camera island at the top with a single lens. With its new design and camera setup, recording on iPhone could see significant improvements, making the iPhone 17 lineup a game-changer in mobile videography.
The iPhone 17 Air renders come from FPT, run by a famous iPhone leaker with a mixed track record, Jon Prosser.
If you are looking to buy an iMac, this is the deal you will not want to miss. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac
A new M4 iMac deal drops the price of Apple’s 24-inch computer to its lifetime low price of $1,150 — saving you $149 on your purchase. Refreshed in late October 2024, the all-in-one desktop machine features Apple’s latest and greatest M4 SoC.
Besides its stellar performance, the machine stands out for its beautiful 4.5K Retina display and sleek design.
Will Apple Intelligence make Vision Pro more useful? Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac
A major visionOS update in April will add Apple Intelligence to the Vision Pro. It will reportedly also introduce an updated guest mode and a new spatial content app.
Apple will roll out these features with visionOS 2.4 in April. The beta will drop as early as the week beginning February 16th.
You can download TikTok from the App Store again. Screenshot: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac
Apple reinstated TikTok on the App Store, once again making it available for download. This move comes after U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi wrote a letter to Apple confirming that the U.S. government won’t enforce the ban on TikTok.
Apple removed TikTok and other ByteDance apps from the App Store in mid-January to comply with the law.
Apple has finally found an AI partner in China. Photo: Unsplash
Apple will rely on Alibaba to bring Apple Intelligence to China. While the Cupertino giant launched its AI features with iOS 18.1 late last year, they are yet to go live in China.
Apple reportedly held talks with several Chinese companies, including Baidu and ByteDance, to power its AI services in the country.
Your wait for iPhone SE 4 just got a bit longer. Photo: Cult of Mac
Apple’s new iPhone SE will arrive “next week” and not this week as previously rumored. The company will make a “smaller announcement” on Friday, February 14th.
The Cupertino giant will apparently also unveil the M4 MacBook Air “within weeks.”
You can move your digital purchases from one Apple ID to another. Screenshot/Graphics: Apple/Rajesh Pandey
In a move unlike Apple, it is finally allowing you to transfer your digital purchases across Apple Accounts. The company has released a tool and published an extensive support article detailing the steps.
There are several conditions and requirements, with the migration option not available worldwide.
You should give these powerful Mac apps a try today. Graphics: Rajesh Pandey/CultofMac
As a longtime Mac power user, I’ve come to rely on a handful of essential apps that supercharge my workflow. These Mac productivity apps not only streamline my daily tasks but also simplify complex jobs, making my work faster and more efficient.
Check out my favorite Mac apps that I can’t recommend enough as a power user.
Apple’s first foldable iPhone may sport a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold-like design. Photo: Mika Baumeister/Unsplash CC
Apple could launch its first foldable iPhone as early as 2026. With iPhone sales slowing down and smartphone competition increasing, Apple “intends” to launch the foldable iPhone next year, according to a new report.
Android foldables have yet to go mainstream, but they have improved leaps and bounds in the last few years. Apple risks falling behind its competitors if it does not launch a foldable device soon. Given the premium pricing of Apple’s devices, many are curious about the mac cost, especially for this first-generation foldable model.
Sonos planned to launch a MagSafe speaker for iPhones. The device would attach to the back of iPhones, delivering louder, richer sound quality than the built-in speakers.
However, technical limitations eventually forced the company to shelve its plans.
You might want to hold off on your iPhone SE purchase for a few days. Photo: Filipe Alves
Apple’s fourth-generation iPhone SE, with an iPhone 14-like design, could debut “as early as next week.” It will reportedly go on sale later in the month. If you’re wonderingwhen does the new iPhone come out, reports suggest this could be one of the first major releases of the year.
You will not want to miss this deal on the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro. Photo: David Snow/Cult of Mac
This deal on the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro chip lets you buy one of the most powerful laptops available for less. While the Apple laptop’s $2,499 price tag places it on the premium side, a 10% discount on Amazon makes it a bit more accessible.
You'll now have to pay more for AppleCare+ for iPhone.
AppleCare+ is getting more expensive, with Apple also moving towards a subscription model. The price hike for AppleCare+ is only applicable to iPhones.
Apple is only raising prices for its protection plan in the United States for now.