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Today — 15 March 2025Latest Mac & Apple News

Apple @ Work: Privileges 2.1 continues to be one of the must-have macOS apps in the enterprise

By: Bradley C
15 March 2025 at 04:24

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One of the things that Apple got right with the foundation of macOS (then OS X) was the ability to operate the computer as a limited user. Running as a Standard user is one of the best ways to level up your macOS security, especially in the enterprise. The Mac team at SAP recently released Privileges 2.1, which has some great features to help IT teams allow their users to gain admin privileges when needed.

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Yesterday — 14 March 2025Latest Mac & Apple News

9to5Rewards: Last chance to win a MacBook Pro from Chargeasap [Giveaway]

14 March 2025 at 18:04

There’s still one week left to enter our giveaway to win Apple’s latest MacBook Pro courtesy of Chargeasapto help celebrate the launch of the company’s new Flash Pro Ultra, the world’s first dual OLED 275W powerbank. Head below to learn more about the new Flash Pro Ultra by Chargeasap and enter the giveaway.

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Apple quietly launches new app for users who want to help improve Apple Maps

14 March 2025 at 16:09

Apple quietly launched a new app on Friday called “Maps Surveyor,” which lets users contribute to Apple Maps by collecting data about their surroundings and sending it to the company. However, not everyone can use the new app.

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Apple needs another Snow Leopard to fix its software

14 March 2025 at 15:25

The last few days have been very busy when it comes to Apple news. That’s because the company has confirmed that the new Siri experience has been delayed while sources suggest that the new features promised at last year’s WWDC won’t be ready any time soon. Given everything that’s going on at Apple recently, there’s one thing that could really help: another Snow Leopard.

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Siri delays hurt, but half-baked features could have been a real Apple crisis

14 March 2025 at 13:55

Apple’s recent Siri delays have stirred up a mess of bad press, and reportedly led to an all-hands meeting where an exec called the affair “ugly and embarrassing.” But per another key quote from that meeting, there’s no doubt Apple saved itself a world of trouble with the move.

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Apple exec slams ‘ugly and embarrassing’ Siri delays in all-hands meeting

14 March 2025 at 11:41

We’re one week removed from Apple’s decision to indefinitely delay the “more personalized” version of Siri that was first announced at WWDC 2024, and the blowback hasn’t let up.

Now, Bloomberg has the details from an all-hands meeting for the Siri division inside Apple, where the Apple Intelligence delays were panned as “ugly” and “embarrassing.”

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HomeKit Weekly: Aqara LED Bulb T2 is a versatile smart bulb with Matter support and advanced Zigbee features

By: Bradley C
14 March 2025 at 11:00

Aqara LED Bulb T2 is the company’s latest smart lighting option, bringing a nice combination of Thread and Zigbee support. Matter support, Zigbee Adaptive Lighting, and ultra-wide color tuning make it a solid addition to any HomeKit environment.

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Control Center is getting even better in iOS 18.4, here’s what’s new

14 March 2025 at 10:22

iOS 18’s new Control Center has proven to be much more than a one-off design change. Apple has steadily added new capabilities to Control Center via software updates, and iOS 18.4 continues that trend in a big way thanks to several nice upgrades.

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Security Bite: Clean up public Wi-Fi connections with a script

14 March 2025 at 09:59

Whether you own a personally or manage a fleet with enterprise endpoint software like Mosyle, there’s a good chance you have scores of old unsecured wireless networks saved—Wi-Fi points that don’t require authentication. Common places where users connect and save these networks could be Starbucks (often “Starbucks WiFi”) and airports (like “Airport Guest”).

So, the risk? Attackers can exploit this by setting up rogue access points with the same SSIDs, tricking your device into connecting automatically. To prevent spoofing attacks like this, you can automate the removal of common SSIDs using the following script below!


9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Apple Unified Platform currently trusted by over 45,000 organizations to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple.

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I bought an M1 MacBook Air in 2025 – but can I resist the M4?

14 March 2025 at 09:00

I thought I had this figured out. I was making a hard-headed decision to buy a refurbed M1 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM for half the price of a new M4 one, for reasons I’ll explain in a moment.

But, ironically, it’s because the M1 version is so good that I think I’m at risk of selling it again and buying the shiny new M4 model …

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How good is the iPhone 16e camera?

14 March 2025 at 08:53

The camera is one of the biggest differentiators between the iPhone 16e and the rest of the iPhone lineup. The iPhone 16e features a single 48MP camera and misses out on software features like ProRaw, macro mode, the latest Photographic Styles, and more.

How does the iPhone 16e’s camera stack up against its siblings? The experts at Lux Camera, behind apps like Halide and Kino, have the answer.

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Apple has been hinting at iOS 19’s new design, here’s what the clues say

14 March 2025 at 08:53

Apple is reportedly planning a major new design for iOS 19, the “biggest revamp since iOS 7.” Specific details on changes are scarce. But looking at recent iPhone apps and designs, it seems that Apple has been hinting at what’s coming in iOS 19 for a while. Here’s what the clues say.

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Deals: New M4 MacBook Air $949 low, iPhone 15 Pro Max $426 off orig. price, 1TB M4 iPad Pro $250 off, more

14 March 2025 at 08:45

We are ready to cap the work week off in Apple deals with ongoing price drops on both AirPods 4 from $100 and the lauded AirPods Pro 2 at $170. But we have some fresh new deals including all four colors of Apple’s most affordable new M4 MacBook Air at all-time low pricing with no trade-in required, alongside the M4 Pro MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM at $220 off. The return of $100 price drops across every Apple Watch Series 10 configuration is next, while the black 512GB iPhone 15 Pro Max units are now at $426 off the original price. Those offers join a host of MagSafe charging gear, accessories, and more. All of that and then some awaits below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

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New Apple TV+ show is a ‘riveting’ crime thriller with 90% Rotten Tomatoes score

14 March 2025 at 06:42

Apple TV+ just debuted a new series that is getting a lot of love from critics, and has a fantastic trailer too. Here are all the details on Dope Thief, the latest crime thriller from Apple TV+ that’s available now.

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Apple officially announces Ted Lasso season 4

14 March 2025 at 06:08

Ted Lasso was the first big hit on Apple TV+, but the show’s fate has been up in the air since season 3 concluded in May 2023. Initially, we all thought season 3 would be the show’s final season, but there have been a lot of hints recently that a season 4 could happen after all.

Now, Jason Sudeikis and Apple have made it official: Ted Lasso season four is in the works.

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End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging on iPhone coming in future software update

14 March 2025 at 02:16

In collaboration with the GSM Association, Apple today announced it will add support for end-to-end encryption for RCS messages. This brings RCS much closer to iMessage in terms of security standards.

The new RCS Universal Profile 3.0 including end-to-encryption was only just released today, so it’s not clear exactly when this support will ship to customers. Apple said it helped lead a cross industry effort to bring end-to-encryption to the RCS Universal Profile …

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iPhone 16e users have been experiencing issues with Bluetooth audio

13 March 2025 at 17:33

It’s been two weeks since the iPhone 16e arrived in stores and in the hands of early adopters. Unfortunately, some of them have been experiencing issues with Bluetooth audio, especially when using wireless headphones. At least based on multiple reports from iPhone 16e owners.

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Apple working on new live translation feature for AirPods with iOS 19

13 March 2025 at 13:17

We’re only three months away from the next WWDC, when Apple will unveil iOS 19. According to recent rumors, the update will be a big one, focusing on introducing a new design for the iPhone and iPad operating system. But it seems that Apple has other cards up its sleeve, as a new report from Bloomberg says that iOS 19 will have a live translation feature for AirPods.

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Rumor Replay: iOS 19 redesign, iPhone 17 Ultra hints, and more

13 March 2025 at 12:50

This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: iOS 19’s major redesign, hints of an iPhone 17 Ultra, HomePad delays, and more. Here are this week’s Apple rumors.

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