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Google Maps can decode screenshots to help plan your next trip

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Google Maps on iPhone can identify locations from your screenshots.
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Google Maps on iPhone can now identify locations from your screenshots and add them to a list. This should make your vacation planning easier, as you can take a screenshot and let Google Maps do the rest.

The feature leverages Gemini to identify text and location details in your screenshots, which Google Maps then processes to extract relevant information.

WhatsApp can now replace your iPhone’s default Phone and Messages apps

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Set WhatsApp as default calling and texting app on your iPhone.
But will you do it?
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For the first time on an iPhone, you can set WhatsApp as the default calling and messaging app. The feature remains exclusive to the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS, but should soon expand to the public build.

WhatsApp is the first major app to adopt the necessary APIs, enabling you to replace Apple’s Phone and Messages apps on your iPhone.

Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 charging station review: Sleek and functional [Review] ★★★★

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The Baseus 5-in-1 charging station will remove the clutter from your desk.
Photo: Rajesh Pandey/CultOfMac

The Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 charging station stands out in a sea of desktop chargers with its sleek design, an adjustable Qi2 charging pad, and retractable USB-C cable, helping minimize cable clutter.

It is also smart enough to automatically allocate more power to devices low on juice so that they can charge faster. So, is the Baseus Nomos 5-in-1 the charging station to buy? Find out in my review.

5 iOS 18.4 features I am excited about

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It's time to get excited about new features coming soon in iOS 18.4.
It's time to get excited about new features coming soon in iOS 18.4.
Logo/Graphics: Apple/Rajesh Pandey/CultOfMac

iOS 18.4 will be one of Apple’s biggest updates to iOS 18 since the operating system’s public release last September. It will pack plenty of changes and improvements, like a Vision Pro app, Apple News+ Food and new emoji.

That all sounds great, but these are the five iOS 18.4 features that I am most excited about.

Apple Watch SE 3’s plastic casing puts its future in ‘serious jeopardy’

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Apple Watch SE 3 rumors
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Apple’s third-gen Apple Watch SE may not launch anytime soon, with the device running into “serious jeopardy.” Rumors have indicated Apple will switch to a plastic casing with the next Apple Watch SE refresh.

However, this move might have backfired, with the company’s design and operations team not happy with the outcome.

Apple preps future Apple Watch with AI-powered camera

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Are you excited about an Apple Watch with camera?
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Apple reportedly wants to put cameras in future Apple Watch versions. This will enable the wearable to “see the outside world and use AI to deliver relevant information.”

However, Apple needs a few more generations to turn the Apple Watch with cameras into a reality.

YouTube bug delivering blurry videos to iPhone users

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YouTube videos looking worse? You are not alone.
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YouTube videos appearing blurry or excessively buffering on your iPhone? Videos streaming on 144p or 360p resolution despite being on a fast Wi-Fi connection?

You’re not alone in facing these problems. Don’t point fingers at your ISP either — the issue stems from YouTube’s end.

Grab an Apple Studio Display at a discount

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Firmware updates for Studio Displays failed over the weekend but they're fixed now.
Apple's Studio Display is a great 5K monitor for your Mac.
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Apple’s Studio Display is the perfect monitor for most Apple users, and this deal makes it even better. The high-end monitor packs a gorgeous 27-inch 5K screen and lots of extras.

However, at its retail price of $1,599, the monitor is pretty expensive for what it offers, especially since it is a few years old now. However, a current Apple Studio Display deal on Amazon drops it to just  $1,539.95.

iPhone 16e’s C1 modem holds its own against iPhone 16’s Qualcomm chip

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The iPhone 16e's C1 modem won't disappoint you with its mobile data speeds.
Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac

The iPhone 16e marks the debut of Apple’s in-house 5G modem. Despite missing mmWave 5G support, the modem still impresses. Apple touts it as the most efficient modem ever in an iPhone.

Ookla, the company behind Speedtest, has released a detailed analysis of the iPhone 16e’s network performance based on their preliminary data.

iPhone’s Tap to Pay spreads its reach across Europe

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Tap to Pay on iPhone empowers businesses to securely accept Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit cards, and other digital wallets by using an iPhone and a partner-enabled iOS app.
Apple's Tap to Pay to iPhone expands to more European countries.
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In a major expansion, Apple’s Tap to Pay to iPhone has launched in several European countries. This includes Bulgaria, Finland, Hungary, Poland and others.

With Tap to Pay, retailers and small businesses can accept contactless payments directly using their iPhones.

iPhone 17 could give your selfies a 24MP boost

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iPhone 15 Ultra leaks points to dual front cameras, more storage
Apple's 2025 iPhones should capture sharper selfies.
Concept: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac

Apple seemingly plans to use 24MP selfie cameras across its entire iPhone 17 lineup. The higher resolution sensor should lead to a noticeable improvement in image quality.

All current iPhone models sport a 12MP TrueDepth camera.

iPhone 18 Pro could ditch Qualcomm for Apple’s C2 modem

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Apple's C2 modem may debut on the iPhone 18 Pro.
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Apple’s 2026 flagship iPhones could use its in-house second-gen modem. The C2 baseband should be a big upgrade over the iPhone 16e’s C1 modem in terms of performance.

More importantly, it will supposedly support mmWave 5G connectivity, fixing a major shortcoming of the current C1 modem.

Apple to soon manufacture AirPods in India

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India will soon make another major Apple product.
Photo: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac

Apple will soon manufacture AirPods in India for export purposes. The move comes amidst the company’s push to grow its manufacturing presence in the country.

Apple already makes iPhones in India to meet local demand and export to other markets.

iPhone RCS texting to gain end-to-end encryption support this year

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RCS messaging on iPhone will get safer later this year.
RCS messaging on iPhone will get safer later this year.
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Apple will improve the RCS messaging experience by adding cross-platform encryption support. The company’s announcement comes as the GSM Association unveiled the latest RCS standard.

The new standard brings end-to-end encryption (E2EE) based on the Messaging Layer Security (MLS) protocol.

iOS 19 could transform your AirPods into real-time translator

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Your AirPods could gain another handy new feature with iOS 19.
Photo: Lyle Kahney/Cult of Mac

Apple reportedly will add a live translation feature to AirPods in iOS 19 that will enable real-time conversations between people who speak different languages.

The feature will come alongside Apple “bolstering the translation technology in iOS 19.” With this advancement, Apple is set to compete with other ai translation earbuds, bringing seamless multilingual communication to AirPods. Learn more about the update here.

M4 MacBook Air, M3 iPad Air, Mac Studio, iPad 11 go on sale

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Apple's 2025 iPad Air, MacBook Air, and Mac Studio are now on sale.
Several new Apple devices hit store shelves today.
Photo/Graphics: Apple/Rajesh Pandey/CultOfMac

You can now purchase Apple’s 2025 MacBook Air refresh with a faster M4 chip from your nearest retail store. The upgraded Mac Studio with M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips also hits retail stores today.

Additionally, the M3 iPad Air and iPad A16 are also up for sale starting today, March 12.

Apple Watch sales nosedived in 2024 as rivals surged

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The Apple Watch Series 10 failed to boost Apple's smartwatch sales.
Photo: David Snow/Cult of Mac

Despite the launch of the redesigned Apple Watch Series 10, Apple’s wearable sales declined by a whopping 19% in 2024. The overall smartwatch shipments also fell by 7% in the year.

Although sales declined, Apple remained the top player in the smartwatch market in 2024, beating Samsung and Xiaomi.

EU may slap Apple with modest fine for DMA violation

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The European Commission's draft law could force companies to detect, remove and report CSAM.
The European Commission could take a softer stance against Apple's DMA breach.
Photo: European Commission

The European Commission will reportedly slap Apple and Meta with “modest fines” for breaching the DMA (Digital Markets Act).

The act became a law in EU countries in May 2023, forcing Apple to open its devices to third-party app stores and be more open to competition. This ongoing regulatory pressure raises questions about Apple’s global operations, including where are iPhones made.

M3 vs. M4 MacBook Air: Are subtle refinements worth the upgrade?

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M3 vs M4 MacBook Air comparison
The M4 MacBook Air is all about small refinements.
Photo/Graphics: Apple/Rajesh Pandey/CultOfMac

How do Apple’s latest laptops stack up? Our M3 vs. M4 MacBook Air comparison shows the differences between the two models. Spoiler alert: Adding the new M4 chip steals the spotlight, although a lower starting price tag comes as a welcome change.

So, how does the M4 MacBook Air stack up against its M3 predecessor? Are the upgrades game-changing or just incremental? Find out in our in-depth comparison.

Apple’s first foldable iPhone could cost a fortune

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A folding iPhone might look a little something like this concept.
AI concept: ChatGPT/Cult of Mac

Apple’s first foldable iPhone may sport a book-style design and a steep $2,000+ price tag. It will apparently sport a 7.8-inch inner folding display, with a 5.5-inch cover display.

Despite its high price tag, the foldable iPhone will seemingly have a strong replacement demand among loyal Apple fans.