Joe Rossignol

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Joe joined MacRumors in January 2015, and is now a Senior Reporter. Based out of Stoney Creek, Canada, he has been writing about Apple since 2008, with a focus on breaking news coverage.

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iOS 26 Screenshots

iOS 26 Improves Screenshots in Three Ways

Monday August 11, 2025 6:10 pm PDT by
iOS 26 includes three small but meaningful changes for screenshots. The upcoming software update adds a new Screen Capture menu to the Settings app, under General. In it, there are a few useful toggles. First, there is now an option for HDR screenshots. When this format is selected, any HDR photos or videos in screenshots will actually appear in HDR with full dynamic range, when viewed on ...
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Will Apple Release a Larger iMac Again? Here's What Rumors Say

Monday August 11, 2025 12:53 pm PDT by
It has been more than three years since Apple discontinued the 27-inch iMac, as part of its move away from Intel processors. Since then, the 24-inch iMac has been Apple's only all-in-one desktop computer, with no larger model available. Will a larger iMac ever make a comeback? Below, we recap the latest rumors. In November 2023, Apple announced that it had no plans to release a new...
Alleged iPhone 17 Pro Antenna Line

iPhone 17 Pro Leak Reveals Alleged New 5G Antenna Design

Monday August 11, 2025 7:58 am PDT by
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models will feature a redesigned antenna system that wraps around the large rear camera bump on the devices, according to the latest rumor from a hit-or-miss leaker known as Majin Bu. A render of the iPhone 17 Pro's alleged antenna system via @zellzoi The leaker shared a render of the alleged new design in a post on X today, and they provided additional details...
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Report: Apple Testing Revamped Siri With Apps Like Uber and YouTube

Sunday August 10, 2025 2:09 pm PDT by
Apple is testing a revamped version of Siri with select third-party apps, including Uber, AllTrails, Threads, Temu, Amazon, YouTube, Facebook, WhatsApp, and a few games, according to the latest word from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple also continues to test the new Siri with its own apps, he said. Apple's own example was an iPhone user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch...
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MacBook Pro With OLED Display Might Launch a Bit Later Than Expected

Sunday August 10, 2025 9:16 am PDT by
It was long rumored that Apple would release the first MacBook Pro models with OLED displays next year, but that timeframe is a little less certain now. In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said he expects the MacBook Pro to gain an OLED display "between the end of 2026 and early 2027." Compared to current MacBook Pro models with LCD screens, benefits of OLED...
iOS 26 Feature

Here Are 3 New iOS 26 Features You Might Have Missed

Saturday August 9, 2025 6:03 pm PDT by
iOS 26 introduces a new Liquid Glass design, but the update also includes some other new features that have not received as much attention. Below, we recap three smaller iOS 26 features that you might have missed. iOS 26 should be released in September, but anyone can sign up to test the public beta for free. Make sure to back up your iPhone first. Adaptive Power Mode iOS 26...
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iPhone 17 Models 'Likely' to Have Higher Prices, Another Analyst Says

Saturday August 9, 2025 5:33 pm PDT by
iPhone 17 models will "likely" be more expensive than iPhone 16 models in the U.S., according to Jeff Pu, an analyst at investment firm GF Securities. In a research note this week, Pu attributed the potential iPhone 17 price increases to the U.S. imposing tariffs on products imported from countries where the iPhone is assembled, including China and India. Apple is currently paying a 20%...
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tvOS 26 Changes 'HomeKit' References to 'Apple Home' in Settings App

Saturday August 9, 2025 3:00 pm PDT by
The fifth tvOS 26 beta changed several "HomeKit" references to "Apple Home" in the Settings app on all Apple TV models compatible with the update. For example, Israeli website The Verifier reported that the "AirPlay and HomeKit" menu on the Apple TV is now labeled "AirPlay and Apple Home." MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris spotted other examples, such as the one below. Before:Your...
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macOS Tahoe Adds These 15 New Screen Savers to Your Mac

Saturday August 9, 2025 1:28 pm PDT by
macOS Tahoe includes 15 new aerial screen savers for the Mac, each panning over natural landscapes around the world. The new screen saver options were highlighted by Dylan McDonald, and we have provided still previews of all of them below. The new screen savers can also be set as wallpapers. To browse through all screen savers on macOS Tahoe, open the System Settings app, click...
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Skipping the iPhone 17 Pro? Here Are Key iPhone 18 Pro Rumors So Far

Friday August 8, 2025 11:21 am PDT by
While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are still a year away, there are already several early rumors about the devices. Below, we recap some key iPhone 18 Pro rumors. Under-Screen Face ID In April 2023, display industry analyst Ross Young shared a roadmap showing that iPhone 17 Pro models would feature under-display Face ID. In May 2024, however, Young said he heard this change...
iPhone 17 Air Colors Fanned Feature

Apple's iPhone 17 Cases Again Rumored to Work With Lanyard

Friday August 8, 2025 9:03 am PDT by
Earlier this week, a leaker known as Majin Bu revealed that you might be able to attach a lanyard to Apple's official iPhone 17 cases. iPhone 17 Air concept It turns out that Majin Bu was not the only source to make such a claim this week, as another leaker known as DuanRui also shared a CAD of an alleged iPhone 17 Pro case with two spots to attach a lanyard, in the bottom corners....
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Two Apple Stores Permanently Closing Tomorrow

Friday August 8, 2025 6:22 am PDT by
As previously announced, this Saturday will be the final day of business for Apple Bristol in Bristol, England and Apple Parkland in Dalian, China. The relocated Apple Touchwood Centre near Birmingham Both of the stores will be permanently closing tomorrow, for landlord-related reasons. Apple Bristol is closing due to the landlord's redevelopment plans at the Cabot Circus Shopping Centre, and ...
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Apple Pay at Center of New Trade Secret Lawsuit

Thursday August 7, 2025 11:32 am PDT by
New York-based law firm Kasowitz LLP today announced that it is filing a lawsuit against Apple on behalf of its client, Texas-based company Fintiv, over alleged theft of mobile wallet technology used to create Apple Pay. In a press release, the law firm said the complaint accuses Apple of violating U.S. federal and state RICO and trade secret laws. According to the press release, the...
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Apple Arcade Received These Four New Games Today

Thursday August 7, 2025 8:47 am PDT by
Four more games were added to Apple Arcade today, including Play-Doh World. Exclusive to Apple Arcade, Play-Doh World lets you create digital Play-Doh characters and more. "Whether sculpting, stretching, squishing, or squashing, kids are invited to unlock their imagination with creative activities, fun games, and rewarding interactions," part of the App Store description for the game...
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Japan Law Will Require Apple to Allow Non-WebKit Browsers on iPhone

Thursday August 7, 2025 8:33 am PDT by
Japan's Mobile Software Competition Act will require Apple to allow non-WebKit web browsers in the App Store on the iPhone later this year. Specifically, the law "forbids designated providers from preventing individual app providers from using alternative browser engines." In most countries, Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and other popular web browsers on iOS are all currently forced to use...
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Apple CEO Tim Cook Gives Trump a Gift Made of Pure Gold

Thursday August 7, 2025 6:34 am PDT by
Apple CEO Tim Cook visited the White House on Wednesday to announce that his company will be investing an additional $100 billion in the U.S. over the next four years, raising its total commitment to $600 billion over that period. Apple is also working with its suppliers to accelerate manufacturing in the U.S. through its new American Manufacturing Program. While at the White House, Cook...
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Apple's F1 Movie Returning to Select IMAX Theaters

Wednesday August 6, 2025 12:19 pm PDT by
Apple today announced that its hit original film F1: The Movie will be re-released in select IMAX theaters around the world, due to popular demand. Tickets are on sale now for select IMAX theaters and showtimes beginning this Friday, August 8, and the film will expand to even more IMAX theaters on Friday, August 15. F1: The Movie is a racing movie with a classic underdog story. In the film,...
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 Launching This September: What to Expect

Wednesday August 6, 2025 10:55 am PDT by
The long wait for an Apple Watch Ultra 3 is nearly over, and a handful of new features and changes have been rumored for the device. Below, we recap what to expect from the Apple Watch Ultra 3:A slightly larger display Satellite connectivity for sending and receiving text messages when Wi-Fi and cellular coverage is unavailable 5G support, up from LTE on the Apple Watch Ultra 2 Likely a...
Apple Park Visitor Center Rooftop Terrace

Apple Park Visitor Center's Rooftop Terrace is Temporarily Closed

Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:03 am PDT by
If you are planning to head to the Apple Park Visitor Center this month, be aware that the rooftop terrace will be temporarily closed. Apple says the rooftop terrace will be receiving some unspecified "improvements," and it will be closed until Monday, September 1 as a result. The notice was added to the Apple Park Visitor Center page within the past 24 hours. When open, the rooftop...
iPhone 17 Base Model Rumored to Come in New Green and Purple Colors Feature

Sketchy Rumor: Apple to Launch 'Liquid Silicone' iPhone 17 Cases With Optional Lanyard

Wednesday August 6, 2025 7:01 am PDT by
Apple is planning to launch a "Liquid Silicone" line of cases for iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro models, according to a hit-or-miss leaker known as "Majin Bu." In a blog post today, the leaker shared images of the alleged cases, with some having a ripple effect on the back near the MagSafe charging area. The cases also have multiple cutouts for attaching a lanyard, which may be sold separately. ...