Rajesh Pandey, author at Cult of Mac

iOS 19 may turn your AirPods into a remote camera button

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:51:05 +0000

Apple will reportedly make the AirPods even better with iOS 19/iOS 26 by adding sleep new head gestures, sleep detection and more.

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iOS 19 will bring smart upgrades to Messages and Music apps

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:23:33 +0000

With iOS 19/iOS 26, Apple plans to enhance the Messages app with automatic chat translation and built-in support for polls.

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macOS 16 rumors: What to expect at WWDC25

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:20:02 +0000

The latest rumors indicate macOS 16 might steal the thunder from iOS 19 at WWDC25, with its fresh look and other smarter changes.

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Instagram app for iPad moves closer to launch

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 06:26:57 +0000

Meta employees are going "full steam ahead" with a dedicated Instagram app for iPad, with internally testing already underway.

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iPhone 17 may stick with last year’s chip and RAM

Rajesh Pandey — Sat, 31 May 2025 05:30:10 +0000

The base iPhone 17 may not pack any major hardware upgrades, with Apple supposedly using the same A18 chip as the iPhone 16.

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M4 Mac mini hits all-time low price

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 29 May 2025 14:32:05 +0000

Grab Apple's small yet powerful desktop computer with this Mac mini deal, which offers discounts on M4 and M4 Pro models.

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Hands-on video shows chunkier iPhone 17 Pro Max design

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 29 May 2025 06:23:30 +0000

A hands-on video of the iPhone 17 Pro Max dummy unit showcases its thicker chassis and a revamped rear camera island.

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How Raycast transforms the way I work on my Mac [Awesome Apps]

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 28 May 2025 13:00:55 +0000

Raycast on Mac is truly a Swiss Army knife for your computer. I use it 100 times a day to supercharge my productivity -- and it's free!

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iOS 19 could finally fix the Android eSIM transfer headache

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 28 May 2025 07:26:04 +0000

Transferring eSIMs between iPhone and Android might finally get easier, thanks to some much-needed improvements coming with iOS 19.

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The wait is over: WhatsApp launches on the iPad

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 27 May 2025 15:58:02 +0000

WhatsApp’s long-overdue dedicated iPad app has finally landed, allowing you to use the messaging platform on the tablet with no workarounds.

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Future iPhone might go ultra high-res with 200MP camera

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 27 May 2025 10:51:57 +0000

Apple may equip future iPhones with a 200MP camera, as it internally tests such a sensor for the primary shooter.

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tvOS 12 and watchOS 12 to get a visionOS glow-up

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 25 May 2025 13:25:46 +0000

Apple will reportedly bring visionOS' sleek design language to tvOS 12 and watchOS 12, given them a modern look and feel.

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Apple analyst warns political pressure may outweigh tariff impact

Rajesh Pandey — Sat, 24 May 2025 05:24:07 +0000

The 25% tariff might sting, but Apple’s biggest worry should be repeatedly being in Trump's crosshairs, says analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.

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Apple Watch 10 deals chop up to 25% off brilliant wearable’s cost

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 22 May 2025 16:40:34 +0000

An amazing deal on the Apple Watch Series 10 drops it to a lifetime low price of $299. And that's not the only bargain on the wearable.

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Gemini Live brings camera and screen sharing to iPhone

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 21 May 2025 04:36:24 +0000

Gemini on the iPhone gets more powerful with Gemini Live gaining camera and screen sharing support for free.

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iPhone 17 Air’s small battery might punch above its weight

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 19 May 2025 12:05:52 +0000

A leak points to the super-lightweight iPhone 17 Air shipping with a measly 2,800mAh battery, but new tech might boost its output.

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Apple might finally let you ditch Siri for a smarter assistant

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 19 May 2025 10:56:43 +0000

Thanks to the EU, Apple will seemingly allow you to replace Siri with another digital voice assistant on the iPhone.

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AirPods Pro 3 might not arrive until 2026

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 19 May 2025 09:16:43 +0000

AirPods Pro next big refresh will seemingly only land in 2026 with IR cameras presumably for in-air gesture support.

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Trump calls out Apple for building products in India

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 15 May 2025 12:17:55 +0000

Donald Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with Apple "building in India" and has asked them to make more of their devices in the U.S.

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Apple Music wants to make switching from other music services easier

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 15 May 2025 06:20:15 +0000

Apple wants to make your switch away from Spotify to Apple Music seamless with its new tool, currently available in limited countries.

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iPadOS 19 wish list: 5 features we’re hoping for

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 14 May 2025 13:00:59 +0000

Apple wants to boost productivity and multitasking on iPads. Our iPadOS 19 wish list shows pro-level features the tablet needs.

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macOS 16 to clamp down on clipboard snooping by Mac apps

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 13 May 2025 06:13:40 +0000

Starting with macOS 16 later this year, Apple will not allow Mac apps to read the pasteboard content without direct user interaction.

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Samsung’s ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge takes aim at upcoming iPhone 17 Air

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 13 May 2025 05:19:30 +0000

Samsung officially took the wraps off the 5.8mm-thin Galaxy S25 Edge with dual cameras, its iPhone 17 Air rival.

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Everything new in iOS 18.5

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 12 May 2025 17:11:27 +0000

iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5 arrive, packing several minor but useful changes that improve the experience of using iPhones and iPads.

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Lower Trump tariffs could still force iPhone 17 price increases

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 12 May 2025 11:46:18 +0000

The iPhone 17 family could cost more in the U.S. due to higher tariffs, which Apple will supposedly justify with the new design and features.

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iOS 19 might take the pain out of hotel Wi-Fi logins

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 11 May 2025 13:02:25 +0000

Apple wants to make logging into hotel and office Wi-Fi networks easier across devices with a new iOS 19 feature.

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Epic submits Fortnite to US App Store [Updated]

Rajesh Pandey — Fri, 09 May 2025 17:40:13 +0000

Epic resubmitted "Fortnite" to the U.S. App Store, hoping that Apple will approve the popular game after a recent court decision.

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Amazing deal knocks $80 off AirPods Pro 2

Rajesh Pandey — Fri, 09 May 2025 16:30:10 +0000

Apple's high-end, noise-canceling earbuds already provide incredible value, and this AirPods Pro 2 deal makes them even more affordable.

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How to upgrade your Mac’s storage the smart (and cheap) way

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 08 May 2025 13:00:36 +0000

You don’t need to splurge on Apple’s pricey storage upgrades to expand your Mac’s space. Our buying guide shows you plenty of other options.

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Refurbished iPhone 15 series lands in the U.S. with big discounts

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 07 May 2025 05:08:01 +0000

Apple now sells refurbished iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro in the U.S. and Canada through its Certified Refurbished store at significant savings.

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Here’s how Epic plans to relist Fortnite on the App Store despite its ban

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 06 May 2025 06:08:47 +0000

Fortnite will return to the U.S. App Store using Epic Games Sweden-based developer account, which the company had created last year.

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My iPhone 17 Air wish list: 5 features Apple shouldn’t skip

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 05 May 2025 13:00:36 +0000

The rumored iPhone 17 Air will focus on slimness. But to truly stand out, what features should Apple’s thinnest iPhone offer?

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Apple to launch larger iPhone 18 Air and foldable sequel in 2027

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 05 May 2025 12:42:39 +0000

To stay ahead of the competition, Apple plans to launch its premium iPhones in the fall, followed by the value-focused models in spring.

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Apple might shake up iPhone launch cycle in 2026

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 05 May 2025 07:01:31 +0000

Apple may not launch the regular iPhone 18 alongside its Pro and Air sibling in 2026, delaying its launch by a few months instead.

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Apple preps battery case for its sleekest iPhone yet

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 04 May 2025 05:00:34 +0000

To offset the iPhone 17 Air's limited battery life, Apple reportedly will revive its Smart Battery Case accessory.

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Apple teams up with Anthropic for AI coding

Rajesh Pandey — Sat, 03 May 2025 06:51:49 +0000

Anthropic's Claude AI model will power Apple's new "vibe-coding" software development platform meant for internal use.

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Spotify takes advantage of new App Store payment rules [Updated]

Rajesh Pandey — Fri, 02 May 2025 04:49:41 +0000

Spotify newest app update, if approved by Apple, will enable users to purchase subscriptions directly through external payment methods.

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Google Gemini might land on iPhones this year

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 01 May 2025 06:51:30 +0000

Apple and Google could strike a deal to bring Gemini to iPhones by mid-2025 — or so Google's CEO Sundar Pichai hopes.

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Judge blasts Apple for willfully defying order on App Store payments

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 01 May 2025 04:34:17 +0000

Apple violated a court order limiting anticompetitive App Store practices and then lied about its actions, a federal judge says.

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Meta AI lands on iPhone with a dedicated app

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:42:35 +0000

A new Meta AI app for iPhone provides easy access to Meta's Llama 4 AI model and an enhanced voice mode for personalized responses.

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Satechi Stand & Hub for M4 Mac mini: Sleek and super-useful [Review] ★★★★☆

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:00:01 +0000

Satechi's Stand & Hub for the M4 Mac mini brings essential front-facing ports and cleverly hides an SSD enclosure for storage expansion.

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iPhone 17 Pro might miss out on major display upgrade

Rajesh Pandey — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:05:26 +0000

Due to scaling challenges, the iPhone 17 Pro lineup will not get an anti-reflective display coating as initially rumored.

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Which Apple Watch should you buy?

Rajesh Pandey — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 13:00:58 +0000

Whether chasing fitness goals or seeking peace of mind, there’s an Apple Watch for every lifestyle. Find out which Apple Watch to buy.

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Apple plans to make all US iPhones in India

Rajesh Pandey — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:07:45 +0000

Apple reportedly wants to make all iPhones it sells in the United States in India by next year to avoid the U.S.-China tariff war.

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iPhone 16e shines while Pro sales take a hit

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:27:32 +0000

While the iPhone 16e is a runaway hit for Apple, its success appears to be eating into sales of the Pro models.

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ChatGPT-maker OpenAI ready to buy Chrome from Google

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:18:32 +0000

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, would be willing to buy Chrome from Google if a U.S. federal court orders its sale.

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More iPhone users say yes to paying for Apple Intelligence

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:01:10 +0000

Survey shows growing number of iPhone users willing to pay for Apple Intelligence, with $10 to $14.99 being the sweet spot.

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iPhone demand dips in China despite market growth

Rajesh Pandey — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:30:05 +0000

iPhones sales fell big time in China in Q1 2025, with Apple falling to the fifth position in the world's biggest smartphone market.

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Meta keeps Apple’s AI out of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp

Rajesh Pandey — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:38:20 +0000

In a petty move, Meta blocks access to Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools feature across its apps on iPhone and Mac.

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Apple sends its final Intel Mac mini to the vintage shelf

Rajesh Pandey — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 05:59:28 +0000

Apple's last Intel-powered Mac mini, which launched in 2018, and the iPhone 6s have just been listed as obsolete.

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5 Mac accessories I can’t live without

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:00:22 +0000

As a longtime Mac user, these are the accessories I rely on to boost my productivity and enhance my everyday experience.

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Tariff relief for iPhone and Mac doesn’t last long

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:17:36 +0000

iPhones and other electronics get only a temporary reprieve from tariffs, as the US eyes a special-focus tariff for them.

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Apple may slim down the Vision Pro 2 in weight and cost

Rajesh Pandey — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:16:57 +0000

The Vision Pro 2 could launch with a lighter design and a lower price, as Apple looks to beat Meta in the race to full-fledged smart glasses.

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iPadOS 19 may finally blur the line between iPad and Mac

Rajesh Pandey — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:25:11 +0000

Apple may not bring macOS to iPad but it may give them the next best thing with iPadOS 19: a Mac-like experience.

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M3 Ultra vs. M4 Max: Which Mac Studio chip should you pick?

Rajesh Pandey — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:15:21 +0000

Which machine is a better fit for your workflow? Read our Mac Studio M3 Ultra vs. M4 Max buying guide for insight.

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