In this weekly overview we list the most important Apple news for you and you will also find the most popular tips from the past few days.
Last week, Apple released an update to the Final Cut Pro app and a rumor emerged that Apple may be working on 90Hz displays for iPad Air, iMac and Studio Display. In addition, it appears that Apple will also add the M4 chip to the MacBook Air, Mac Studio and Mac Pro in 2025.
Top Apple News
Apple may be working on 90Hz displays for iPad Air, iMac and Studio Display
Monday, November 11 • Wesley Fabry
According to recent rumors, Apple is working on a 90Hz screen technology for various devices. The displays could possibly be added to the iPad Air, iMac and Studio Display.
At the moment, only the Pro models have a screen with a higher refresh rate of 120Hz, all other devices use a 60Hz screen. Apple may want to improve this in the future, and it’s about time.
By 2025, all Macs will be equipped with an M4 chip
Tuesday, November 12 • Wesley Fabry
According to current rumors, we can expect new Mac computers with Apple’s latest M4 chip in 2025. Apple has already equipped the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, iMac and Mac mini with the powerful processor and new Macs will be added next year.
For example, the Mac Studio and Mac Pro are equipped with an M4 Ultra chip, a processor that has not yet been announced. The MacBook Air will also make the transition to M4. This would be the first time in years that all Mac computers will be equipped with the same series of processors.
Final Cut Pro 11 includes AI-powered features, spatial video editing and more
Thursday, November 14 • Wesley Fabry
Apple has released a free update to Final Cut Pro that includes AI-powered features and spatial video editing for the Vision Pro. Apple has added Live Drawing function for the iPad. Allows users to add even more animations to videos with expressive new watercolor, chalk, fountain pen and monoline pen options.
The new 11.0 versions of Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad, Final Cut Camera and Logic Pro for Mac and iPad are immediately available in the App Store. Below we briefly summarize what is new. For a detailed description, consult this Apple support page.
Apple is working on a special 6-inch screen for your smart home
Saturday, November 16 • Wesley Fabry
It has been rumored for some time that Apple wants to expand their Smart Home platform. Not only with specific software with homeOS, but also with products. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, we can expect a dedicated 6-inch screen for your smart home next year.
This would be a HomePod with a large display, which can be compared to the Google Nest hub. The smart screen should become the central place for your smart home within the Apple ecosystem. The screen provides access to the Home app for operating smart devices, but also various apps.
Most popular Apple tips from last week
- Carlinkit Tbox UHD makes CarPlay wireless and adds Android Auto
- Sync photos manually with iPhone or iPad or via iCloud Photos
- How to use eye tracking on iPad and iPhone
- Open Control Center on an iPhone and iPad
- Restart, restore, or re-pair the Apple TV remote
- Differences between the iPhone 16 and iPhone 15
- Temporary discount on the iPhone 16 (Pro), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 and iPhone SE