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 Slaps Warnings on Apps Using External Purchases in the EU [Updated]
Update: According to Apple, the user-disclosure screens have been live on the EU App Store since the beginning of Apple’s DMA Compliance Plan back in March 2024. The screen is not new. Original story follows.
Apple has begun placing prominent warning labels on EU App Store listings that use alternative payment methods. The warning symbols appear as a red exclamation mark in a triangle,...
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Foldable iPhone Outer Display Said to Feature Hole-Punch Camera
Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone will have a hole-punch camera on the outer display, claims a Chinese leaker in Apple's supply chain.
According to the Weibo-based account Digital Chat Station, the inner display on the book-style foldable is a 14.1:1 panel featuring an under-screen camera, while the outer screen is a 14.6:1 panel with a hole-punch camera.
The leaker claims that these...
Trump Tells Tim Cook to Stop Building iPhones in India
President Donald Trump has asked Apple CEO Tim Cook to halt the company's manufacturing expansion in India, in a potential disruption of Apple's plan to shift iPhone production away from China.
"I had a little problem with Tim Cook yesterday," Trump said during his state visit to Qatar, according to Bloomberg. "He is building all over India."
"They [India] have offered us a deal where...
Apple's All-Glass Future? Apple Watch and iPhone Rumors Converge
Recent reports suggest Apple's vision of seamless glass devices could materialize sooner than expected, with both an all-glass Apple Watch and a radically redesigned 20th anniversary iPhone potentially sharing the spotlight in 2027.
According to Chinese leaker Instant Digital, Apple may introduce an Apple Watch with a touch-interactive, fully-glass frame before launching an all-glass iPhone. ...
8 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 18.5
Apple has released iOS 18.5, bringing further refinements to its iPhone operating system. The point update introduces several noteworthy enhancements, particularly for iPhone 13 users and parents who use Screen Time.
Heres a quick rundown covering eight new capabilities your iPhone gains with this latest update from Apple. If you haven't updated your device yet, go to Settings ➝ General...
macOS Quick Tip: Copy and Paste Text Without Formatting
If you're a Mac user with a Windows PC background, you'll probably know how to use the typical copy and paste commands in macOS. But there's a handy clipboard trick that's worth keeping in mind.
In Windows, the Copy and Paste key combinations are Control-C and Control-V, respectively. On the Mac, it's very similar – all you do is use the Command (⌘) key instead of Control.
But did you...
Report: 2027 iPhones Could Adopt Advanced AI Memory Technology
Apple is believed to be developing several technological innovations to mark the 20th anniversary of the iPhone, and one key technology it's considering is Mobile High Bandwidth Memory (HBM), according to a report from ETNews.
HBM is a type of DRAM that stacks memory chips vertically and connects them via tiny vertical interconnects called Through-Silicon Vias (TSVs) to dramatically boost...
6 Biggest Changes Rumored for iPhone 17 Pro
Later this year, Apple will introduce the iPhone 17 series, which includes the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max, two new high-end flagship devices that will be sold alongside the regular iPhone 17 and an all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air.
If you have been holding out for the iPhone 17 Pro or its bigger sibling, here are six of the biggest changes, informed by the latest reports and...
2027 iPhone May Feature Game-Changing Silicon Battery Tech
Apple is reportedly looking into using pure silicon anode battery technology for its 2027 iPhone model, potentially delivering a dramatic leap in battery performance, according to a recent ETNews report citing Korean supply chain sources.
The technology would replace traditional graphite anodes with 100% silicon, which can theoretically store up to 10 times more lithium ions per gram than...
20th Anniversary iPhone's Display May Have No Visible Frame or Bezels
Apple is reportedly considering a radical redesign for the 20th anniversary iPhone that could feature a completely bezel-less display that curves around all four edges of the device, claims a new report out of Korea.
ETNews writes that Apple is aiming to use "four-edge bending" display technology for the 2027 iPhone that would curve not just along the left and right sides as seen in some...
Remotely Control Your iPhone Camera – No Apple Watch Needed
Remotely controlling the shutter on your iPhone's camera lets you include yourself in the photo while avoiding the limitations of a selfie. For example, it allows you to take a picture of a wider scene with you included in the frame, which is ideal for landscape shots or group photos. If your iPhone is on a tripod, taking the shot remotely also reduces the risk of camera shake. Here's how to do...
macOS 16 to Let Your Mac Zoom With an iPhone – Here's How
With a little help from iPhone, your Mac will soon be able to double up as a high-powered magnifying glass, thanks to a new feature coming in macOS 16 later this year. Apple just announced that its next major software update will introduce Magnifier for Mac, letting you harness your iPhone's camera to see the world in greater detail.
This clever accessibility upgrade sounds as though it...
iPhone Shipments Crash 50% in China as Local Brands Dominate
Foreign-branded smartphone shipments in China, dominated by Apple's iPhone, dropped dramatically in March 2025, plunging 49.6% year-over-year according to data released by The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT).
The steep decline saw shipments fall to just 1.89 million units, down from 3.75 million during the same period last year. That shrinks Apple's share...
Boost iPhone Audio Features With This Simple Bluetooth Tip
In iOS and iPadOS, Apple includes an option for users to specify the Bluetooth accessories they connect using pre-defined individual labels.
Labeling your Bluetooth accessories helps to identify connected devices and improve audio notifications. Apple says that classifying Bluetooth accessories like this can also ensure that real-time Headphone Audio Level measurements are accurate....
iOS 19 Likely to Sync Captive Wi-Fi Data Between Devices
Apple is developing a new feature that will synchronize captive Wi-Fi portal login information across devices, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
The system will allow users to enter login details for captive Wi-Fi networks – commonly found in hotels, airports, and coffee shops – just once, then automatically sync that information across their iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.
"When...
AirPods and Apple Watch Models to Get Tiny AI Cameras in 2027
Apple plans to add tiny cameras to AirPods and Apple Watch models in 2027 that will embed Apple Intelligence in the devices, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
The cameras are expected to scan the environment and describe objects, similar to the Visual Intelligence feature on newer iPhones. Apple is also working on smart glasses that include cameras, microphones, and integrated AI, much...
WSJ: Apple Weighing Price Hikes for iPhone 17 Lineup Without Blaming Tariffs
Apple is considering raising prices for its upcoming iPhone 17 models set to release this fall, according to people familiar with the matter cited by The Wall Street Journal.
The company reportedly aims to pair the potential price hikes with new features and design changes to justify the increased cost to consumers, rather than attributing them to U.S. tariffs on goods from China.
The...
20th Anniversary iPhone Will Be Mostly Glass With All-Screen Design
Apple will mark the 10th anniversary of the iPhone X in 2027 by launching a mostly glass, curved iPhone without any cutouts in the display, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman said the all-screen device will arrive later in 2027, suggesting a fall release. The model will be preceded by Apple's first foldable iPhone, claims the reporter....
Gurman: First Foldable iPhone 'Should Be on the Market by 2027' [Updated]
Apple's first foldable iPhone will have a "nearly invisible" display crease and should be on the market by 2027, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.
Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman said that some people at Apple consider the foldable iPhone to be one of two major two-decade anniversary initiatives – the other being a mostly glass, curved iPhone without any cutouts in the...
Bluetooth 6.1 Update Set to Improve Privacy, Battery Life of iPhone Accessories
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) has released Bluetooth 6.1 as part of its new bi-annual update schedule. The update introduces Randomized Resolvable Private Address (RPA), a feature designed to enhance both privacy and power efficiency.
This new feature makes tracking Bluetooth devices a lot more difficult because it randomizes the timing of device address changes, instead of just ...
