Hartley Charlton
Hartley is a Senior Editor at MacRumors and co-host of "The MacRumors Show" podcast; he contributes to daily news coverage and writes a wide range of content for the site. Various publications and aggregators often cite Hartley's articles. Additionally, he occasionally appears as a guest on other media outlets, such as the BBC, Al Jazeera, and CBS News, to share his knowledge of the industry.
Having closely followed Apple news and rumors for almost a decade, Hartley joined MacRumors in early 2020 as a Contributing Writer while completing his Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the University of Nottingham. After graduation, he joined us as a full-time Editor. His work at MacRumors has since expanded into several areas beyond news coverage, including buyer's guides, roundups, and occasional product reviews.
In late 2021, Hartley helped launch The MacRumors Show and now co-hosts the popular podcast on a weekly basis, bringing our coverage to a wider audience, with a flare of personal opinion.
Hartley lives in Hertfordshire, England. Beyond technology, his other interests include travel, music, and tennis. Follow him on X (formerly Twitter) at @ihxrtlxy and on Instagram at @hxrtlxy_.
Having closely followed Apple news and rumors for almost a decade, Hartley joined MacRumors in early 2020 as a Contributing Writer while completing his Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the University of Nottingham. After graduation, he joined us as a full-time Editor. His work at MacRumors has since expanded into several areas beyond news coverage, including buyer's guides, roundups, and occasional product reviews.
In late 2021, Hartley helped launch The MacRumors Show and now co-hosts the popular podcast on a weekly basis, bringing our coverage to a wider audience, with a flare of personal opinion.
Hartley lives in Hertfordshire, England. Beyond technology, his other interests include travel, music, and tennis. Follow him on X (formerly Twitter) at @ihxrtlxy and on Instagram at @hxrtlxy_.
Hartley Charlton's Articles
All Three AirPods Models to Switch to USB-C
The AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max are all set to transition to USB-C as soon as 2024, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
AirPods Charging Case with USB-C port by Ken Pillonel.
The European Parliament recently approved a major new directive to force manufacturers to offer USB-C as a common charging port across a wide range of devices in Europe by the end of 2024. In his latest "Power...
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iOS 16 VPN Tunnels Leak Data, Even When Lockdown Mode Is Enabled
iOS 16 continues to leak data outside an active VPN tunnel, even when Lockdown mode is enabled, security researchers have discovered.
Speaking to MacRumors, security researchers Tommy Mysk and Talal Haj Bakry explained that iOS 16's approach to VPN traffic is the same whether Lockdown mode is enabled or not. The news is significant since iOS has a persistent, unresolved issue with leaking...
iPhone 14 Plus Sales 'Lower Than Expected' Following Launch Last Week
Less than a week after the launch of the iPhone 14 Plus, yet another report of unexpectedly low sales for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus has emerged, suggesting that Apple may actively reduce stock and orders of components for the devices as soon as this month.
The paywalled report from DigiTimes claims that sales of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are considerably overshadowed by an...
No Sign of October Apple Event to Unveil New iPads and Macs
There is no sign of Apple hosting an October event to unveil new products, despite a host of new devices including new iPad and Mac models seemingly being ready to launch.
In recent months, Apple has been widely expected to hold a special event in October to announce a range of products that did not receive any stage time during the company's iPhone 14 announcement event last month. Apple...
Review: GRID Studio's MacBook Air Showcases Apple's First Modern Laptop Design
GRID Studio is known for offering wall art showcasing vintage devices that are an important part of Apple's history. Each device is disassembled and the components are artistically displayed in a frame that can be hung on the wall of any Apple fan.
The first-generation MacBook Air is GRID's first ever disassembled Mac, selling for $699. Prices for GRID's pieces start at $40 for an A-series...
High-Performance Apple TV Could Launch This Month
A new Apple TV model with significantly improved performance and more memory is ebbing closer to launch, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
In his latest newsletter, Gurman said that new 11-inch and 12.9-inch iPad Pro, 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini models with M2 series chips are "highly likely to launch" before the end of 2022. He added that an updated Apple TV model was...
The MacRumors Show: Can Google Finally Beat Apple With Pixel Watch?
Following the "Made by Google" launch event last week, we talk through how the Pixel Watch, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, and Pixel Tablet compare to Apple's devices on the latest episode of The MacRumors Show podcast.
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The Pixel Watch features a striking round design with a 41mm stainless steel casing, and offers an always-on display, 24-hour ...
Apple Tested Sleep Tracking Feature for HomePod
Apple has reportedly tested sleep tracking features for the HomePod, but the status of the functionality is unknown.
In a recent newsletter, insightful Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman said that Apple has tested sleep tracking functionality for the HomePod. It is unclear whether Gurman was referring to the original HomePod or the HomePod mini, but he does not expect the feature to be rolled ...
iPhone SE 4 Rumored to Feature 6.1-Inch LCD Display With Notch
The fourth-generation iPhone SE will feature a 6.1-inch LCD display and a "notch" cutout at the top of the display, according to Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) analyst Ross Young.
Young told MacRumors that he has revised his expectations for the fourth-generation iPhone SE. In October 2021, Young, who has a very good track record when providing insights into Apple's plans, said that ...
UK Apple Store Already Anticipating iPhone 15 Launch in 2023
At least one Apple Store in the UK is anticipating an unusually high volume of footfall in the fall and holiday period of next year, a time frame that is expected to include the launch of the iPhone 15 lineup.
Employees at Apple Milton Keynes have been told that they may not take any leave between September 15, 2023 and October 7, 2023, and December 2, 2023 and the start of January 2024....
Gurman: AirPods and Mac Accessories Likely to Switch to USB-C by 2024
All three AirPods models and Mac accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad are likely to transition to USB-C by 2024, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
AirPods Charging Case with USB-C port by Ken Pillonel.
Earlier this week, the European Parliament approved a new directive to force manufacturers to offer USB-C as a common charging port across a wide range of devices in...
iPhone SE vs. iPhone 13 Mini Buyer's Guide
The third-generation iPhone SE and the iPhone 13 mini are among Apple's smallest iPhone options. Apple released the iPhone 13 mini in late 2021, and bumped it down in price over time until 2023 when it discontinued the device. The slightly larger iPhone 13 continues to be available for $599. The third-generation iPhone SE launched in early 2022, refreshing the most affordable iPhone option in the ...
Touch ID Returning on iPhone 15 Looking Unlikely
The prospect of Apple adding Touch ID to next year's iPhone 15 models is looking unlikely, according to recent reports.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who often reveals accurate insights into Apple's plans, Apple has tested an under-display version of Touch ID designed for the iPhone, but it is not expected to be present on the the iPhone 15 or other flagship models in the foreseeable ...
iPhone 12 vs. iPhone 13 Mini Buyer's Guide: Comparing Apple's Two $599 iPhones
In 2021, Apple unveiled the iPhone 13 as the successor to the popular iPhone 12, with improved rear cameras, longer battery life, the A15 Bionic chip, and more. Despite being from different annual generations, both the iPhone 12 and the iPhone 13 mini are still available from Apple for a price of $599, leading many customers to consider which device they should buy.
At $599, both devices sit ...
One of iOS 16's Best Features Drains Battery When Enabled
One of iOS 16's most praised features comes at the cost of draining battery life, according to recently published Apple support documents.
The feature, known as "keyboard haptics," is optional in iOS 16 and allows users to get physical feedback via slight vibrations upon the touch of each key, confirming that it was pressed much like keyboard sounds. The feature is a useful addition to the...
No October Apple Event Expected Despite Upcoming Wave of New Devices
Apple is no longer expected to host an event this month, despite plans to unveil a host of new devices including new iPad and Mac models, according to recent reports.
In recent months, Apple has been expected to hold an event in October to announce a range of products that did not receive any stage time during the company's iPhone 14 unveiling event last month. In a recent newsletter, Bloombe...
iPhone SE vs. iPhone 12 Buyer's Guide: Comparing Some of Apple's Cheapest iPhones
The third-generation iPhone SE and the iPhone 12 are among Apple's lowest-cost iPhone options, starting at $429 and $599 respectively. Apple released the iPhone 12 in late 2020, and has bumped it down in price since then to make it more accessible as new iPhone models have been released. On the other hand, the third-generation iPhone SE launched in early 2022, refreshing the most affordable...
AirPods Pro 2 Bug Tells Users to 'Replace Battery Soon'
A bug is alerting some second-generation AirPods Pro users to "replace" their battery soon, according to various online reports.
The bug seems to trigger battery replacement notifications from the Find My app on nearby devices when the battery of the AirPods Pro earbuds or MagSafe Charging Case is low. The second-generation AirPods Pro feature enhanced Find My functionality thanks to a U1...
EU Passes Law to Switch iPhone to USB-C by End of 2024
The European Parliament today voted overwhelmingly in favor of enforcing USB-C as a common charging port across a wide range of consumer electronic devices, including the iPhone and AirPods, by the end of 2024.
The proposal, known as a directive, forces all consumer electronics manufacturers who sell their products in Europe to ensure that a wide range of devices feature a USB-C port. This...
Apple and Amazon's $170M Antitrust Fine Overturned by Italian Court
An administrative court in Italy today scrapped a €173.3 million ($170.4 million) fine leveled at Apple and Amazon last year for alleged anti-competitive cooperation when selling Apple and Beats products, Reuters reports.
In November 2021, Italy's antitrust watchdog hit Apple and Amazon with a €200 million ($196 million) fine in the culmination of an investigation that began in 2020 over...
