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New iPad mini deliveries slip to October 19

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 16:03:20 +0200

Potential owners of the new iPad mini will have to wait until October at the earliest to get their order, with the online Apple Store seeing deliveries slip to October 19.

Following Tuesday's unveiling of the redesigned iPad mini, Apple put the latest model up for sale, with availability in stores and online starting from September 24. It appears that late buyers of the model will now have to wait a while before being able get their hands on the device.According to the online Apple Store at the time of publication, the iPad mini will deliver to customers in the United States from October 19 at the earliest. As more people buy the iPad mini, it is almost certain that the date will slip later into October, with the very real possibility of reaching November.

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AirPods 3 release timing, iPhone popularity & more on This Week in Apple

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 13:59:12 +0200

In this week's episode of "This Week in Apple," we talk about Apple's iPhone 13 event, which phone may be most popular, and what other Apple products we may be seeing soon.

Keep up with the last seven days of Apple News

Each week, AppleInsider posts many stories about Apple, its products, rumors and speculation, and information about related vendors and other firms. Our weekend video series "This Week in Apple" condenses down the week's stories into an easy-to-digest video recap.

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Apple rolls out AppleCare+ extensions to France, Italy and Spain

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 07:07:11 +0200

Apple is expanding availability of an AppleCare+ option that allows device users to extend their warranty beyond the typical coverage period.

Announced in an updated support document, users in France, Italy and Spain might be able to purchase additional coverage if they paid upfront for an AppleCare+ plan for iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch. The new plan renews on a monthly basis.Previously, the extended coverage options were limited to Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States.

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Apple touts iPhone 13 filmmaking prowess with Twitter 'hashflag'

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 07:01:38 +0200

Apple on Friday introduced a Twitter "hashflag" to promote the filmmaking capabilities of its new iPhone 13 series, a feature lineup made possible through improved hardware and software enhancements.

The rather verbose "HollywoodInYourPocket" hashflag debuted on Friday in a promotional tweet from Apple's official account, meaning it does not currently appear on the company's main feed.Featuring a clapperboard embellished with an Apple logo, the hashflag takes a cue from Apple's "California Streaming" event where the company introduced a slate of new iPhone 13 camera features.

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iPhone 13 upgraders who couldn't preorder with Apple Card will still get 3% Daily Cash

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 05:33:12 +0200

Some Apple Card customers eager to get their hands on the latest iPhone 13 were driven to use an alternative form of payment when preorders went live on Friday due to a now resolved iPhone Upgrade Program problem.

Apple's preorder mechanism hit a snag early this morning when an Apple Card issue prevented iPhone Upgrade Program members from completing their iPhone 13 purchase.The problem was fixed a few hours after preorders went live, but not before a number of customers resorted to placing the charge on a different credit card, forfeiting Apple Card's 3% Daily Cash benefit. Following complaints posted to various social media platforms, it appears that Apple and Goldman Sachs are making the situation right.

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Apple CEO Tim Cook addresses workplace issues, pay equity, more in all-hands meeting

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 01:31:48 +0200

Apple CEO Tim Cook fielded questions regarding pressing employee relations topics in an all-hands meeting on Friday, and while he acknowledged certain issues, some workers were not placated by his answers.

Cook, along with SVP of Retail and People Deirdre O'Brien, addressed a range of subjects from pay equity to Texas' new abortion law in a meeting broadcast to employees around the world, reports The New York Times.Activist employees told the publication that Cook answered only two of a number of questions they wanted to ask. The report fails to detail what those two questions were, but notes the Apple chief did comment on pay equity, at least in part.

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Photo reveals Apple's plastic wrap-free iPhone 13 packaging

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 01:25:09 +0200

As part of new environmental efforts announced on Tuesday, Apple said it will cut down on the material used in iPhone 13's packaging by removing the outer plastic wrap that typically enshrines the device in its box.

Apple's new packaging process was apparently revealed ahead of wide availability in an image posted to Twitter by leaker "DuanRui" on Thursday.The photo shows an iPhone 13 package sealed with a sticker that integrates a pull tab to keep the box secure until ready to be opened. It appears that the protective label attaches to an inside section of the box top and the outer area of the box bottom.

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Best iPhone 13 case deals: OtterBox, Pad & Quill, Spigen, Incipio & more all on sale

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 23:40:00 +0200

Did you just order Apple's brand-new iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max or iPhone 13 mini? If so, you may want to protect the $699+ phone. Best of all, you won't have to plunk down a lot of coin thanks to these iPhone 13 case deals on covers designed to fit any budget.

Case Deals September 17

iPhone 13 comparison, in-depth on Apple Watch Series 7, and iPad mini on the Appleinsider podcast

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 22:42:10 +0200

On the AppleInsider podcast this week we dive into the details of Apple's new devices and decide if the Apple Watch Series 7 is worth an upgrade, plus best practices for upgrading to the new iPhone 13.

Despite several leaks missing the mark, especially ones of a flat-sided design for Apple Watch Series 7 and a definite launch for AirPods 3, Apple announced a great deal at its "California Streaming" event. We examine the lot, including what's really significant and what isn't, plus what is worth upgrading to — and perhaps what may not be.Starting with the 10.2-inch iPad which now has a starting storage capacity of 64GB and brings Center Stage to Apple's base-model iPad.

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Apple threatened to pull Facebook from the App Store over human trafficking

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:51:35 +0200

Apple reportedly threatened to pull the Facebook app from the App Store in 2019 after reports surfaced that the social media platform was being used by human traffickers.

Credit: Brett Jordan/Unsplash

Back in 2019, the BBC reported that human traffickers in the Middle East were using Facebook to arrange the sales of its victims. After that story was published, Apple threatened to boot Facebook from the App Store unless it cracked down on the practice, according to internal Facebook documents obtained by theThe Wall Street Journal.

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Viral AirTag discovery behind license plate likely staged

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:12:05 +0200

A young woman has alleged that she found an Apple AirTag tucked behind her license plate on TikTok intended to stalk her, earning her nine million views — but the recollection of the tale is suspicious.

Ashley, who goes by @_ashleyscarlett on TikTok, recently posted a video where she claims she's found an Apple AirTag tucked behind her license plate. She noted that a passenger in her car got an alert on their iPhone that an unfamiliar AirTag was tracking them.

@_ashleyscarlett
This is something you see in movies ##fyp #sextrafficking
original sound - ash

Hands on with Apple's iPhone 13 Pro silicone cases

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:53:23 +0200

With iPhone 13 now available to order, we go hands-on with Apple's official first-party silicone case options for its newest smartphone.

Apple's lineup of silicone cases for iPhone 13 Pro

Apple offers the same colors of the silicone case for all the phones in the iPhone 13 lineup, but for our hands-on, we're specifically looking at the iPhone 13 Pro model.

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Apple shares a guided tour of iPhone 13 & iPhone 13 Pro models

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:36:36 +0200

Apple has shared a new video offering a guided tour of its iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro models, including comparisons and real-world examples of the new features.

Credit: Apple

The video, which clocks in at seven and a half minutes, introduces the iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max before expanding on and walking users through their specific sets of features. For example, there are portions explaining the new 120Hz ProMotion display, camera improvements, and increased battery life.

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iPhone 13 battery capacities have all increased versus iPhone 12

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:22:41 +0200

A product safety filing has revealed the official battery capacities of the iPhone 13 lineup, which features larger batteries and better battery life on every single model.

Credit: Apple

At its Sept. 14 keynote event, Apple touted the increased battery life across its iPhone 13 models. The company said the iPhone 13 Pro Max, for example, can last up to 28 hours when streaming video — the longest battery life yet in an iPhone.

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Apple posts first look at 'Foundation' one week before premiere

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 19:32:56 +0200

Apple TV+ sci-fi drama "Foundation" gets a first look trailer featuring commentary from writer David S. Goyer and the cast.

'Foundation' comes to Apple TV+ on September 24

Apple calls "Foundation" the "greatest science fiction work of all time," and it is ready to premiere on September 24. The ambitious Apple TV+ show seeks to bring the iconic Issac Asimov series to the screen for the first time.

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Apple ordering frequent COVID testing for all corporate, retail employees

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 19:29:04 +0200

Apple will reportedly begin requiring regular coronavirus testing for both vaccinated and unvaccinated employees working at its offices or brick-and-mortar stores.

Credit: Apple

According to The Verge reporter Zoe Schiffer, the new policy will apply to both corporate and retail staffers. Vaccinated employees will need to get "infrequent tests," while those who are unvaccinated will be subject to more regular testing. It'll take effect in October.

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Best Deals Sept. 17 - $105 Beats Studio Buds, $100 off AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, more!

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:22:29 +0200

Friday's best deals include $58.99 for a Microsoft 365 Personal 12 month subscription and $15 Amazon.com Gift Card, $105 Beats Studio Buds, and more!

Deals Friday, September 17

Shopping online for the best discounts and deals can be an annoying and challenging task. So rather than sifting through miles of advertisements, check out this list of sales we've hand-picked just for the AppleInsider audience.

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Sell your used iPhone for cash, grab a 13% limited-time bonus

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 17:28:25 +0200

Apple's iPhone 13 is officially available for purchase and now is the time to lock in the best trade-in price for your used device before values drop.

Exclusive iPhone trade-in deals

It's official: the iPhone 13 is available for purchase and that means it's time to get the most money for your used device before values drop.

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How to get an iPhone 13 with the iPhone Upgrade Program

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:43:06 +0200

The late launch of the iPhone 12 range in 2020 means that users on the iPhone Upgrade Program shouldn't get to update to iPhone 13 yet — but Apple will allow it, for a price.

Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program

Of course Apple is going to give as many people a way to buy a new iPhone 13 as it conceivably can. If they're on the iPhone Upgrade Program, where they get a new iPhone every year, there is always a way to avoid waiting the full 12 months.

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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max already seeing shipping date slips

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:26:36 +0200

Following Apple's starting to take pre-orders for the iPhone 13 range, the iPhone 13 Pro Max has already slipped back more than a week.

Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro

As appears to have already happened in China with its early preorder release, US stocks of the iPhone 13 range are beginning to see delays. An hour after the preorders began in the States, the iPhone 13 Pro Max had already slipped back.

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