Tim Hardwick
Tim is a Senior Editor at MacRumors and has been writing for the site since 2016. Formerly a magazine journalist, his work has appeared in over 30 newsstand print publications and online brands covering a range of topics, from the latest trends in technology to the mysteries of ancient history.
Based in the UK, Tim's current role at MacRumors involves editorial oversight and how tos, in addition to covering daily news and contributing occasional reviews. Tim can be reached at tim@macrumors.com, Telegram (@waxeditorial) or Twitter.
Based in the UK, Tim's current role at MacRumors involves editorial oversight and how tos, in addition to covering daily news and contributing occasional reviews. Tim can be reached at tim@macrumors.com, Telegram (@waxeditorial) or Twitter.
Tim Hardwick's Articles
Apple Watch Hypertension Alerts Get FDA Clearance, Launching Next Week
Apple's hypertension detection feature for Apple Watch has received FDA clearance and will launch next week, according to 9to5Mac.
When Apple announced the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 on Tuesday, the company said it expected FDA approval "soon" for hypertension alerts. That clearance has now been granted.
The feature will be available on Apple Watch Series 9 and later,...
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Here's When iPhone 17 Pre-Orders Begin in Every Time Zone
Pre-orders for the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max are set to begin on Friday, September 12 at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time, with the new devices set to become available for pre-order in multiple countries around the world simultaneously.
We've compiled pre-order times for various countries to help MacRumors readers be among the first to order. This list isn't...
AirPods Live Translation Blocked for EU Users With EU Apple Accounts
Apple's new Live Translation feature for AirPods will be off-limits to millions of European users when it arrives next week, with strict EU regulations likely holding back its rollout.
Apple says on its feature availability webpage that "Apple Intelligence: Live Translation with AirPods" won't be available if both the user is physically in the EU and their Apple Account region is in the EU....
Apple Cut Base iPhone 16 Storage Options to Just 128GB
Following the debut of the iPhone 17 lineup on Tuesday, Apple quietly updated its iPhone 16 lineup so that the standard iPhone 16 is now sold only in a 128GB configuration for $699. The previous storage tiers of 256GB and 512GB for the base iPhone 16 have been discontinued.
The iPhone 16 Plus retains slightly more flexibility by remaining available in both 128GB and 256GB versions, although ...
visionOS 26 RC Features New Jupiter Environment for Vision Pro
Apple made the visionOS 26 release candidate available to Vision Pro developers on Tuesday, and one of the more interesting additions in this version is a new Jupiter environment.
Apple previewed the Jupiter environment for WWDC attendees in June, but this is the first time that Vision Pro owners have been able to try it out for themselves in the comfort of their own home.
In visionOS...
watchOS 26 Adds Four New Apple Watch Faces
When Apple previewed watchOS 26 in June at WWDC, the company didn't reveal any new watch faces, but now we know Apple was just holding them back to show off with the new Apple Watch models that it unveiled on Tuesday.
During its "Awe dropping" event, Apple also dropped the release candidate of watchOS 26. As it turns out, there are four new watch faces included in the upcoming update, some...
Apple's New-Look AirPods Lineup After AirPods Pro 2 Discontinued
Apple announced third-generation AirPods Pro on Tuesday at its "Awe dropping" event, and the company has discontinued AirPods Pro 2 to make room for them in its new-look lineup.
Here's how Apple's AirPods offering looks like now:
AirPods 4 – $129
AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancelation – $179
AirPods Pro 3 – $249
AirPods Max – $549AirPods Pro 3 have the same $249 price tag as the...
iPhone 17 Introduces 'Groundbreaking' New Memory Security Feature
Apple has added a "groundbreaking" new memory security feature to its new iPhone 17 lineup called Memory Integrity Enforcement (MIE), which the company describes as "the most significant upgrade to memory safety in the history of consumer operating systems."
The new security feature targets spyware tools like Pegasus that exploit vulnerabilities to hack targeted devices. According to Apple,...
Spotify Premium Users Get Lossless Streaming After Years of Delays
Spotify has officially rolled out lossless audio streaming to Premium subscribers after years of delays. The feature, which was first promised in 2021, is gradually becoming available in 50 markets including the US, UK, Australia, and Germany.
Thankfully, Spotify includes lossless streaming at no additional cost for existing Premium members. That's particularly good news, since early rumors...
How to Pre-Order Your iPhone 17 Pro From Apple
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is almost here. With Apple's "Awe dropping" event confirmed for Tuesday, September 9, the iPhone 17 Pro is set to deliver some of the most significant upgrades we've seen in years.
From a completely redesigned camera system to enhanced thermal management, this year's Pro model was worth the wait. Here's everything you need to know to give you the best chance of...
Apple's Final Cut Camera 2.0 to Support ProRes RAW and Genlock
Apple has announced Final Cut Camera 2.0, adding ProRes RAW recording and genlock sync support for the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The free app update makes Apple's high-end iPhone 17 models the first smartphones that can shoot ProRes RAW.
ProRes RAW captures unprocessed data straight from the camera sensor, giving editors more flexibility when color grading and adjusting footage...
Apple 'Repair Assistant' Mac Tool Coming to macOS Tahoe
Apple is expanding its Repair Assistant calibration software to Mac computers with the upcoming macOS Tahoe 26 release, following its rollout to iPhone and iPad last year.
On iPhone, the tool helps calibrate replacement parts including back glass, battery, display, TrueDepth camera, and rear camera components. On Mac, Repair Assistant will enable Touch ID and Lid Angle sensors to be reused...
Apple Releases New FineWoven MagSafe Wallets and AirTag Key Rings
Apple unveiled its new TechWoven cases for iPhone 17 during yesterday's "Awe dropping" event, but the company hasn't completely abandoned FineWoven.
In fact, the material is still very much part of Apple's lineup, with a new collection of FineWoven MagSafe wallets and AirTag key rings designed to pair with the latest iPhone models and available in multiple colors, including Fox Orange,...
Apple Watch Ultra 3 Boasts Best Ever Battery Life
Apple Watch Ultra 3 can last up to six more hours than the Ultra 2 on a single charge, giving it the longest ever life for an Apple Watch, according to the company.
Announced on Tuesday at Apple's "Awe dropping" event, the third-generation Apple Watch Ultra has up to 42 hours of battery life with regular use, and can last up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode. For comparison, Apple Watch Ultra 2 ...
You Can Now 'Get Ready' for iPhone 17 Launch With Pre-Order Setup
Following the debut of the iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple has started letting customers prepare for pre-orders, which are set to begin on Friday, September 12 at 5:00 a.m. Pacific Time or 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
If you plan to buy an iPhone 17, you can use the Apple Store app or Apple's website to choose a preferred phone, confirm your...
Apple's New MagSafe Battery Won't Work on iPhone 17 Models
Looking for a new MagSafe battery to power your pre-ordered iPhone 17? You might be out of luck if you were eyeing Apple's latest offering.
Apple's newly released MagSafe battery pack comes with a big caveat: it only works with the all-new ultra-thin iPhone Air. The $99 accessory isn't compatible with the iPhone 17 or iPhone 17 Pro, according to Apple's official product page.
The...
New Live Translation Feature Coming to AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 2
Apple's Live Translation feature, unveiled during its AirPods Pro 3 announcement, is expanding to older models including AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation and AirPods Pro 2.
The new Live Translation functionality requires AirPods updated with the latest firmware to pair with an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 or later, so iPhone 15 Pro and newer models are supported. ...
Hypertension Alerts Coming to Older Apple Watch Models
Apple has announced that its new hypertension detection feature, initially exclusive to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Apple Watch Series 11, will be expanded to include earlier Apple Watch models.
The feature will be available on Apple Watch Series 9 and later, plus Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later models, with watchOS 26. FDA clearance is expected soon, with availability in over 150 countries...
iPhone 17 Lineup Starts at 256GB Storage, Pro Max Gets 2TB Option
For the first time, every model in Apple's latest flagship iPhone 17 lineup features a base 256GB storage capacity, up from the lowest 128GB option in the iPhone 16 series.
The regular iPhone 17 now comes in 256GB and 512GB storage options, while the all-new ultra-thin iPhone Air and the iPhone 17 Pro come in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB capacities.
Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 Pro Max is offered...
Apple Announces iPhone 17 Featuring Larger 6.3-Inch Display With ProMotion Support
Apple today unveiled the iPhone 17, featuring a larger 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display that includes ProMotion technology for the first time on a non-Pro model. The iPhone 17 starts at $799.
The new device offers ProMotion's adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz alongside an Always-On display that shows the time, widgets, and Live Activities even when not actively in use. The display can also...
