Apple explains how to turn off the new MacBook Pro’s glowing logo
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Apple explains how to turn off the new MacBook Pro’s glowing logo

Apple released an official guide for disabling the illuminated logo on its latest MacBook Pro, which reintroduces the glowing Apple emblem after a ten‑year hiatus. The new models use an OLED panel and a separate backlight system, so the logo’s brightness is linked to screen brightness and ambient light via CoreBrightness software. Reviewers noted the logo dims in dark rooms and shines in bright environments, and that it appears as polished metal when the lid is closed. [...]
‘Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook’ premieres on Apple TV
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‘Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook’ premieres on Apple TV

Apple TV has launched “Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook,” an eight‑episode series starring actor and comedian Awkwafina (Nora Lum) as host and executive producer. The show follows Lum on a quest to learn Asian American cuisine despite her admitted inability to cook, beginning with legacy of her family’s Cantonese restaurant, Lum’s, in Flushing, New York. Each episode pairs her with acclaimed chefs, restaurateurs and family members to explore techniques and cultural narratives. The first two episodes are now [...]
iOS 27.3 changes the iPhone Duo keyboard, here’s how
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iOS 27.3 changes the iPhone Duo keyboard, here’s how

Apple’s iOS 27.3 beta introduces a keyboard update for the iPhone Duo, refining the outer display’s typing experience. The update narrows key spacing and reduces font size, making one‑handed input more comfortable. Combined with Reachability, which slides outer display content left or right for easier reach, the changes enhance usability on the Duo’s secondary screen. The update follows earlier iOS 27.2 additions such as Apple Pencil support and Edge Light for video calls, continuing Apple’s incremental improvements [...]
Future Apple smart locks could be even smarter about when to automatically unlock
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Future Apple smart locks could be even smarter about when to automatically unlock

Apple has filed a patent for “Approach‑Based Lock Control,” a system that would prevent smart locks from unlocking unless an authorized device approaches at specific angles, speeds, or paths. The technology aims to stop accidental or malicious unlocks, such as a thief waiting for a homeowner to walk away. The patent, credited to Zachary A. Rosen, also suggests applications beyond homes, including vehicles, gyms, and safes. Apple’s move underscores its commitment to enhancing smart‑home security. [...]
Apple Arcade adds four games, including Crossy Road Rush and NBA 2K27 with WNBA teams
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Apple Arcade adds four games, including Crossy Road Rush and NBA 2K27 with WNBA teams

Apple Arcade added four new titles, including NBA 2K27 Arcade Edition, which for the first time lets players compete with WNBA teams, and Crossy Road Rush, an adventure‑style expansion of the popular franchise featuring obstacle courses and up to four‑player multiplayer. The platform also announced Football Manager 27 Touch, an update to the 26 Touch version with new rosters, a redesigned iPhone interface, and enhanced recruitment tools. Apple highlighted recent updates to other games and noted several titles that will soon leave the [...]
9to5Mac Daily: November 5, 2026 – MacBook Neo 2 rumors, watchOS 27.3
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9to5Mac Daily: November 5, 2026 – MacBook Neo 2 rumors, watchOS 27.3

Apple announced a reduction in AI token allowances for employees as part of cost‑cutting measures linked to the Ternus project. The company also unveiled watchOS 27.3 beta, adding Siri Recap and Live Rewind features for Apple Watch users. Additionally, rumors confirm the upcoming MacBook Neo 2, with Apple projecting it to become a significant product launch. The episode highlights these developments and their potential impact on Apple’s product strategy and workforce management.
iPhone Duo brings multitasking to iPhone, but only just
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iPhone Duo brings multitasking to iPhone, but only just

Apple’s new iPhone Duo introduces a foldable inner display that supports Split View, allowing two apps or two windows of the same app to run side‑by‑side. Users can open apps in Split View by tapping icons or using a “Open in Split View” option, swap positions, and pair frequently used apps for quick access. The device also offers a picture‑in‑picture mode that locks a video to the top third of the screen while another app occupies the remaining space. However, [...]