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Apple released the iPhone 16 lineup yesterday, with lovely new colors, a new button for capturing photos, bigger batteries, and support for Apple Intelligence. You’ve probably heard all of the headlining features by now, but there are some smaller features introduced this year that might’ve flown under the radar.

Initially reported by MacRumors, Apple will be charging more than ever before to get your battery replaced out of warranty on iPhone 16 Pro models.

ESR is a leading brand for mobile accessories, and the #1 brand for MagSafe accessories by sales on Amazon. Earlier this year, they debuted new Qi2 chargers as an affordable alternative to Apple’s MagSafe. They’re now debuting new Qi2 with their 2nd generation CryoBoost technology, for even faster iPhone charging.

Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.

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We got our first look at a Geekbench result from the iPhone 16 earlier this week, with somewhat disappointing results. There was a decent improvement in single core performance, but the multi-core score was abnormal. However, newer results paint a much more promising picture.

Apple held their annual iPhone keynote this week, announcing the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, two models of AirPods 4, AirPods Max with USB-C, and the fully redesigned Apple Watch Series 10. This is everything that Apple phased out with their new product announcements.

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Over the years, enterprises have increasingly leveraged Apple’s Identity Provider (IdP) integration for the macOS login window to create a better experience for employees while simultaneously enhancing security. If you had told me ten years ago that another company could ‘take over’ the macOS login window, I would have said that pigs must be flying. In the enterprise, identity is everything. The rise of SaaS (Software as a Service) tools has only amplified the need for a robust and unified identity system.

On Monday, Apple touted the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro as the first iPhones built from the ground up for Apple Intelligence with the A18 and A18 Pro chips. In a new interview, Apple’s Johny Srouji has offered additional details on the iPhone 16 and Apple Intelligence, including confirmation that all four iPhone 16 models have 8GB of RAM.

Apple on Friday added two more products to its Refurbished Store in the US: the M2 iPad Pro and the M1 iPad Air. This means that customers can now buy refurbished models of these products at a discount

If you buy an iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Pro, there’s one thing you won’t find in the box: Apple stickers.

In messaging distributed to Apple Store teams this week and seen by 9to5Mac, Apple confirmed that the iPhone 16 will not come with Apple stickers in the box. Instead, the company says that stickers will only be available to iPhone 16 buyers upon request.

This week’s Apple Watch announcements were both exciting and a source of frustration. The Apple Watch Series 10 is a huge update in many respects, but the lack of an Apple Watch Ultra 3 disappointed. Now, as nice as the Ultra 2’s new black finish is, Ultra no longer means ‘best.’ And that creates a problem.

Sometimes, a package of products provides a simple way to accomplish a goal. The Eytueo Smart Table Lamp is great for Apple fans as it includes a USB-A and USB-C port on the back and a HomeKit-compatible bulb—making it a great gift idea for an Apple fanatic in your life.

iOS 18 is coming to all iPhone users on Monday, and it’s full of new features. As the excitement builds for the release of iOS 18, here’s a recap of three of my favorite changes coming to your iPhone this fall.

Even before the launch of the iPhone 16 on Monday, 9to5Mac had already reported that the new Pro models would have the ability to take photos in JPEG-XL format. Although Apple hasn’t mentioned it anywhere, the iPhone 16 Pro is indeed capable of taking ProRAW photos in JPEG-XL.

If you just pre-ordered one of the new iPhone 16 phones, you may be looking for a case to protect your device without covering up its sleek design and color.

Totallee just released the perfect solution for everyone looking to protect their new iPhone without ruining its aesthetic. Totallee’s durable, clear iPhone cases add (almost invisible) protection and plenty of extra grip. They feature a precise, slightly tapered cutout for the new Control Button for optimal functionality and comfort.

Back in June, Apple announced that iOS 18 would introduce a great new Home app feature: support for hands-free unlocking with an ultra wideband lock. Today, the first UWB smart lock has finally been announced. But unfortunately, it won’t support the new Apple feature.

Three years ago, Apple sued the prominent spyware company NSO Group. But today, despite the legal proceedings still being unsettled, the company has changed course. Apple now wants the lawsuit withdrawn immediately. Here’s why.

The iPhone 16 arrives in stores and users’ hands next week. But one of its tentpole features—Apple Intelligence—won’t be available until October. And even then, the full AI feature set will release as a slow drip over the coming year. While some may see that as a bad thing, I think Apple will ultimately benefit from the progressive rollout. Here’s why.

The all-new Apple Watch Series 10 is here and comes with the largest screen ever paired with the thinnest design, a new chip, faster charging, and new health/fitness features. Meanwhile, Apple is offering the high-end Ultra 2 with the same specs as last year but in a new Black titanium finish option. Here’s an in-depth look at how Apple Watch 10 vs Ultra 2 compare.

When we ran a poll before the keynote, more than 9,000 of you voted, and almost exactly half of you said that you didn’t plan to buy an iPhone 16.

Among those who did, the iPhone 16 Pro Max was the clear leader, with the two base models seeing almost no love at all …

I said before the keynote that I expected to be ordering an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and that was going to be largely down to the functionality of the Camera Control button. This turned out to be an even stronger draw than I’d expected.

Despite the button itself inevitably leaking beforehand, Apple did manage to keep a lot of its functionality secret …