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An M4 MacBook Air is coming in 2025, but you don’t have to wait for an upgraded model

Mark Gurman has been that an M4 MacBook Air is coming in 2025, but you don’t have to wait for an upgraded model. That’s because of a recent upgrade to the existing MacBook line that is arguably more significant than a generational chip swap.

First, there’s not much mystery about what to expect from the M4 MacBook Air in 2025. That’s because the M4 chip has been in machines since the latest iPad Pro revision, and the

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Update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to fix these security vulnerabilities

Apple regularly lists resolved vulnerabilities for iPhone, iPad, and Mac after each software update. Right on cue, the company has released an extensive list of which security resolutions are included in today’s iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 software updates. As ever, we recommend updating as soon as possible to protect your devices from these security risks.

Here are the fixed provided today for iPhone, iPad, and Mac:

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AppleMobileFileIntegrity

Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro


Genmoji are here in iOS 18.2, your iPhone’s new emoji superpower

iOS 18.2 is now available for iPhone users, bringing one of the most anticipated new Apple Intelligence features : Genmoji. Here’s everything you should know about this new emoji superpower.

Genmoji is a play on two phrases: ‘emoji’ and ‘AI-generated.’

Simply put, in iOS 18.2 you can use Apple Intelligence to create new emoji in an instant.

Open the emoji keyboard on your iPhone running iOS 18.2, and you’ll see a new glowing

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Microsoft introduces feature that enables file sharing between iPhone and Windows PCs

Microsoft on Wednesday announced a new feature coming soon to Windows that will let users easily share files between an iPhone and a PC, similar to Apple’s AirDrop – which is only available on Apple devices.

As detailed by Microsoft in a , the company is now rolling out a beta version of Phone Link for users registered in the Windows Insider program that includes the new feature for sharing files between iPhones and PCs. For those unfamiliar, Phone Link is a Windows app from Microsoft that lets users connect their phone, whether


Apple Watch just gained a helpful new feature for inspiring you to stay active

recently learned a new trick for customers who need to take a rest day, week, or month without breaking an Activity streak. watchOS 11 and iOS 18 let users temporarily pause Activity rings, checking off a highly requested customer feature. Additionally, today’s watchOS 11.2 and iOS 18.2 release includes a new collection of rewards to help you stay motivated to workout and stay active throughout your day.

Activity rings consist of three goals: Move, Stand, and Workout. Stand and


Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Threads are currently down in major Meta outage

Meta is currently experiencing a major outage across all its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Messenger, and WhatsApp. As noted by , there has been a sharp increase in reported outages from users of these various services. Here’s what we know so far.

The outages appear to have started shortly before 1pm Eastern and are being experienced by a significant number of users.

Affected services include:

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Threads
  • WhatsApp
  • Facebook Messenger

At this time it’s unclear how broad the global reach of the outages

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Apple Vision Pro just got way more useful following visionOS 2.2 release

After several rounds of beta testing, visionOS 2.2 is now the official current software version for Apple Vision Pro. Included with the update is a must-have feature for Mac users.

Since launch, Apple Vision Pro has included a remote desktop feature called Virtual Mac Display. This lets you work in visionOS while also viewing your Mac in the same environment.

Starting with visionOS 2.2, Mac Virtual Display includes two more display formats: wide and ultra wide. The latter option essentially provides the equivalent of two


watchOS 11.2 now available for Apple Watch users with updated Camera Remote app

Along with the release of iOS 18.2 to the public , Apple is today also releasing watchOS 11.2 for Apple Watch users. Unlike iOS 18.2, which adds new Apple Intelligence features, watchOS 11.2 isn’t exactly a major update – but it does add a new feature to the Camera Remote app.

There’s not much to say about watchOS 11.2 except that the update comes with bug fixes and general improvements. However, those who use the


Apple releases tvOS 18.2 and HomePod 18.2, here’s what’s new

Apple’s two home devices have received new software updates today. tvOS 18.2 and HomePod 18.2 are available now. Here’s everything that’s new.

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macOS Sequoia 15.2 now available, here’s everything that’s new

The next big update for the Mac has arrived. macOS Sequoia 15.2 is now available for all users, bringing the latest Apple Intelligence features and more. Here’s everything that’s new.

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