The iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 updates include a number of privacy and security improvements that make your devices safer than ever, with Apple restricting access to photos and calendar events and cutting down further on how websites track you across the web. Private Browsing Upgrades in Safari In Safari, Private browsing windows are now locked and require secondary authentication to unlock and access. If you hand your phone over to someone and they attempt to open your Safari private browsing tab, access will be denied without a Face ID/Touch ID scan or a passcode. The Private tab is locked automatically. Tracking URL Removal Opening up a URL in a private browsing window automatically strips all tracking information added to…

Macworld The Mac’s cursor (Apple actually calls it a pointer) is designed with a white outline and black fill. It’s a good combination, making it easy to spot no matter what is on screen. But man, is it boring. In past versions of macOS, you can’t change the cursor color without using a third-party utility. That changed in macOS Monterey, though. You can easily change the colors of the cursor to something that is easier to catch with your eyes or just add some flair to reflect your personality. The video below shows how it’s done in macOS Monterey, but below that are instructions for both Monterey and macOS Ventura. At a glance Time to complete: 5 minutesTools required: macOS…

Apple is rolling out iOS 16.5.1 to iPhone users today, bringing bug fixes and improvements. Apple says the update provides security fixes and a fix for an issue affecting the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter. iPhone users can update to iOS 16.5.1 by heading to the Settings app… more… The post Apple releases iOS 16.5.1 with Lightning to USB Camera Adapter fix, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.

Macworld Preparing for student life can be exciting and stressful. To make things easier, it’s good to know that you’ve got the right tech to help you write your essays, take notes in lessons, and kick back with Netflix and games when the work is done. The iPad has evolved in recent years to something that can now act as a laptop replacement for many students, with accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil making it one of the most versatile devices you can buy.  Choosing the best iPad can be tricky, as Apple currently offers a wide range of models with different prices and features. But that’s not a problem for Macworld readers. Here’s our guide to buying…

We’re heading into the weekend with all of today’s best deals, courtesy of our friends over at 9to5Toys. On tap for this Friday, Apple’s 13-inch M2 MacBook Air is an even better value at $980. New all-time lows are delivering up to $160 in savings to go alongside a Sonos summer sale that’s marking down some of the most popular smart audio gear on the market from $134. And if you’re looking for the last charger your desk will need, a rare markdown is delivering Satechi’s latest 200W GaN power station with six USB-C ports for $128. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post Friday’s best deals: 13-inch M2 MacBook Air hits…

On Monday, January 3, 2022, Apple became the first company in world history to hit the $3 trillion market valuation milestone, but it quickly fell back from that mark. Now, after a solid run in 2023, AAPL is again approaching the $3 trillion mark. Angela Palumbo for Barron’s: Apple is on track to become the first company with a $3 trillion valuation, but the journey there won’t be easy. MacDailyNews Take: As stated above, Apple already became the first company with a $3 trillion valuation on January 3, 2022. Apple stock has surged 42% this year and the company has a market capitalization of $2.89 trillion. The shares would have to close above $190.73 each to hit the record $3…