**Best iPhone 15 pre-order deals: AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and more** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/Screenshot-2023-09-12-at-2.00.08-PM.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Apple just took to the stage to reveal the all-new iPhone 15 series, and soon you’ll be able to lock in your order on the upcoming handsets. If you’re looking to secure yourself the best deal, you’ve come to the right place. Combing through all of the different carrier and retailer discounts, below you’ll find all of the best iPhone 15 pre-order deals from AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and many other providers. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/14/best-iphone-15-pre-order-deals/#more-907742) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/14/best-iphone-15-pre-order-deals/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/14/best-iphone-15-pre-order-deals/
**iPhone 15 vs 15 Pro: Which should you buy?** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/iphone-15-vs-15-pro-comparison.webp?w=1600 iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro have landed as Apple’s latest and greatest devices. While the iPhone 15 Pro is naturally more feature-rich and powerful, it may be overkill for many. And the iPhone 15 has gained pro features of its own this year like the Dynamic Island, 48MP main camera, and more. Follow along for a deep dive into the iPhone 15 vs 15 Pro and advice on which to buy. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/14/iphone-15-vs-15-pro-which-to-buy/#more-907731) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/14/iphone-15-vs-15-pro-which-to-buy/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/14/iphone-15-vs-15-pro-which-to-buy/
**Gboard’s Emoji Kitchen is now integrated into Google Search for web, iPhone, etc** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/emoji-kitchen-iphone.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Emoji Kitchen debuted a couple of years ago as a part of Gboard for Android, introducing the truly delightful ability to mash together different emoji into a single sticker. Now, Emoji Kitchen is officially coming to the web (and, in turn, iPhone) by way of direct integration into Google Search. more… (https://9to5google.com/2023/09/13/google-search-emoji-kitchen-iphone/#more-907549) Comments: https://9to5google.com/2023/09/13/google-search-emoji-kitchen-iphone/#respond https://9to5google.com/2023/09/13/google-search-emoji-kitchen-iphone/
**Apple’s new lineup brings less variety and more value to the iPhone** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/Screenshot-2023-09-12-at-2.20.30-PM.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Now that the dust has settled from Apple’s “Wonderlust” event, let’s take a look at the 2023-2024 iPhone lineup in full. The four new models in the iPhone 15 line are the stars of the show, but the changes that happen down the line are also worth mentioning. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-full-lineup/#more-907468) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-full-lineup/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-full-lineup/
**US government calls iPhone ban in China an ‘inappropriate retaliation’** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2022/01/iphone-china.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Amid the hype of the iPhone 15 launch, a pair of reports over the last week have said that China government agencies have started banning employees from using iPhones. Now, _Bloomberg (https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-09-13/china-s-apple-iphone-ban-appears-to-be-retaliation-us-says?srnd=undefined)_ reports that the White House has issued its response to these iPhone bans in China, calling them an “inappropriate retaliation.” more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/us-government-calls-iphone-ban-in-china-an-inappropriate-retaliation/#more-907514) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/us-government-calls-iphone-ban-in-china-an-inappropriate-retaliation/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/us-government-calls-iphone-ban-in-china-an-inappropriate-retaliation/
**US government calls iPhone ban in China an ‘inappropriate retaliation’** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2022/01/iphone-china.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Amid the hype of the iPhone 15 launch, a pair of reports over the last week have said that China government agencies have started banning employees from using iPhones. Now, _Bloomberg (https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-09-13/china-s-apple-iphone-ban-appears-to-be-retaliation-us-says?srnd=undefined)_ reports that the White House has issued its response to these iPhone bans in China, calling them an “inappropriate retaliation.” more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/us-government-calls-iphone-ban-in-china-an-inappropriate-retaliation/#more-907514) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/us-government-calls-iphone-ban-in-china-an-inappropriate-retaliation/#respond https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/us-government-calls-iphone-ban-in-china-an-inappropriate-retaliation/
**OtterBox’s new iPhone 15 cases debut in three protective MagSafe styles** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/OtterBox-iPhone-15-case.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 OtterBox is as close to royalty as it gets in the rugged case space (https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100145592-11974117?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.otterbox.com), and now the company is launching its new lineup of iPhone 15 covers. Debuting a collection of different ways to protect Apple’s latest handsets, there are three different form factors (https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100145592-11974117?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.otterbox.com) equipped with the brand’s signature protection. more… (https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/otterbox-iphone-15-case-launch/#more-907515) Comments: https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/otterbox-iphone-15-case-launch/#respond https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/otterbox-iphone-15-case-launch/
**PSA: One of the only new Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 features won’t be available at launch** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/apple-watch-double-tap.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 One of the biggest (and one of the only) new features for Apple Watch Series 9 (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/apple-watch-series-9/) and Apple Watch Ultra 2 won’t (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/new-apple-watch-ultra-2/) be available when the devices launch next week. Instead, the new “Double Tap” feature is coming via a software update next month, Apple says. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/apple-watch-series-9-ultra-2-double-tap/#more-907495) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/apple-watch-series-9-ultra-2-double-tap/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/apple-watch-series-9-ultra-2-double-tap/
**New Portrait photography feature to adjust subject focus not exclusive to iPhone 15** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/iphone-14-pro-refocus-portrait-mode.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 During the September keynote event, Apple touted a whole bunch of new Portrait mode features for the iPhone 15 series, like automatic capture of Portrait mode shots while using the main shooting mode in the Camera app and the ability to change the subject in focus in the Portrait mode shot after you have taken it. Well, it turns out that at least some of that stuff is also coming to older phones too. Twitter user Dylan pointed out (https://x.com/dylanmcd8/status/1701993936061915382?s=46&t=_guXSi5M2ahQzbe2kpf7Gg) that on the iOS 17 release candidate build, iPhone 14 Pro users can also refocus their Portrait mode shots after they have been taken. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-portrait-mode-refocusing-also-on-iphone-14/#more-907479) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-portrait-mode-refocusing-also-on-iphone-14/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-portrait-mode-refocusing-also-on-iphone-14/
**Apple announces more iOS 17 features coming later this year: Apple Music updates, Apple ID proximity sign-in, more** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/07/ios17-icon-02.webp?w=1600 iOS 17 is coming on September 18 (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/ios-17-ipados-17-release-date/?extended-comments=1) after three months of beta testing. We already knew that there were some iOS 17 features that wouldn’t launch until later this year, but Apple has now published an in-depth breakdown with more details. According to Apple, there’s an array of new features coming to iOS 17 later this year via a separate software update. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/new-ios-17-features-coming-later-this-year/#more-907487) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/new-ios-17-features-coming-later-this-year/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/new-ios-17-features-coming-later-this-year/
**[Video] 15 reasons why the iPhone 15 Pro Max is a must buy** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/15pm.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Now that the dust has settled from Apple’s Wonderlust event we can take a longer, hands-on look at the iPhone 15 lineup and see what it is all about. At first glance, the iPhone looks relatively similar to last year’s lineup of iPhones. But if we start to dig into the features, design, and cameras, the picture really starts to shine. The 15 Pro Max, especially, has a lot going for it. Here are 15 reasons why the iPhone 15 Pro Max is a worthy upgrade. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/video-15-reasons-why-the-iphone-15-pro-max-is-a-must-buy/#more-907465) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/video-15-reasons-why-the-iphone-15-pro-max-is-a-must-buy/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/video-15-reasons-why-the-iphone-15-pro-max-is-a-must-buy/
**iPhone 15 supports Qi2 for wireless charging… but no one knows what that means** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/IMG_5293.jpeg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 Apple has confirmed that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro support the new Qi2 standard for wireless charging. The question, however, is what this actually means for iPhone 15 users. As of right now, this seems like a question no one really has an answer to… more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-qi-2-wireless-charging/#more-907451) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-qi-2-wireless-charging/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-qi-2-wireless-charging/
**Apple disputes claim that the iPhone 12 is suddenly breaking radiation standards** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2022/10/iphone-12-display.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 As Apple was unveiling the iPhone 15 yesterday, parties in the EU were working to have the iPhone 12 banned. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-12-bizarre-radiation-exposure-claim/#more-907442) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-12-bizarre-radiation-exposure-claim/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-12-bizarre-radiation-exposure-claim/
**You can charge your Apple Watch or AirPods using the new iPhone 15’s USB-C port** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/iphone-15-charge-usb-c.webp?w=1600 The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro ditch (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/hands-on-iphone-15-pro-new-design-features/) Apple’s proprietary Lightning connector in favor of USB-C, and that change has a few side effects. Perhaps most notably, you can now use the iPhone 15’s USB-C port to quickly add more juice to your Apple Watch or AirPods. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-usb-c-airpods-apple-watch/#more-907433) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-usb-c-airpods-apple-watch/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-15-usb-c-airpods-apple-watch/
**Apple Watch Series 8 clearance starts at $310, 10.9-inch iPad from $399, Anker iPhone 15 essentials, more** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2022/09/Screenshot-2022-09-07-at-1.07.47-PM.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 The second-best prices yet on Apple Watch Series 8 arrive from **$310** (https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/12/apple-watch-series-8-clearance-sale/) to offer a better value than Series 9. Plus, Apple’s latest 10th Gen 10.9-inch iPad (https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/apple-latest-10th-gen-10-9-inch-ipad-fall-sale/) starts at **$399** (https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/apple-latest-10th-gen-10-9-inch-ipad-fall-sale/) to go alongside a collection of new Anker gear (https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/anker-nano-charger-sale/) for iPhone 15 starting at **$11** (https://9to5toys.com/2023/09/13/anker-nano-charger-sale/). Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest _9to5Toys_ Lunch Break. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/apple-watch-series-8-clearance-anker-gear/#more-907424) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/apple-watch-series-8-clearance-anker-gear/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/apple-watch-series-8-clearance-anker-gear/
**Adobe launches generative AI for Creative Cloud users and raises plan prices** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/photoshop-ai-firefly-launch-and-price-increase.webp?w=1600 Adobe’s Firefly Generative AI has been in beta testing this year and now the advanced features have launched for all Creative Cloud users. Along with the big update comes some price bumps for its subscriptions. Here are all the details. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/adobe-launches-generative-ai-raises-plan-prices/#more-907385) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/adobe-launches-generative-ai-raises-plan-prices/#respond https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/adobe-launches-generative-ai-raises-plan-prices/
**Adobe launches generative AI for Creative Cloud users and raises plan prices** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/photoshop-ai-firefly-launch-and-price-increase.webp?w=1600 Adobe’s Firefly Generative AI has been in beta testing this year and now the advanced features have launched for all Creative Cloud users. Along with the big update comes some price bumps for its subscriptions. Here are all the details. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/adobe-launches-generative-ai-raises-plan-prices/#more-907385) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/adobe-launches-generative-ai-raises-plan-prices/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/adobe-launches-generative-ai-raises-plan-prices/
**For All Mankind returning to Apple TV+ for fourth season on November 10 [Video]** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/FAM_402_04132F-Large.jpeg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1280 Premiere Apple TV+ series For All Mankind will return for its fourth season later this year. The 10-episode run of the alternate history sci-fi drama will begin on November 10. A new teaser clip and first look images from season four dropped today. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/for-all-mankind-season-four-teaser/#more-907390) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/for-all-mankind-season-four-teaser/#respond https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/for-all-mankind-season-four-teaser/
**For All Mankind returning to Apple TV+ for fourth season on November 10 [Video]** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/FAM_402_04132F-Large.jpeg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1280 Premiere Apple TV+ series For All Mankind will return for its fourth season later this year. The 10-episode run of the alternate history sci-fi drama will begin on November 10. A new teaser clip and first look images from season four dropped today. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/for-all-mankind-season-four-teaser/#more-907390) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/for-all-mankind-season-four-teaser/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/for-all-mankind-season-four-teaser/
**Here’s what you can do with the iPhone 15 Pro Action button** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/iphone-15-pro-action-button-customize.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1600 After living its entire life with a side switch, the iPhone has evolved to feature a programmable Action button with the 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/iphone-15-pro-announcement/). Here’s a look at all the ways you can customize the iPhone Action button. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/customize-the-iphone-action-button/#more-907350) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/customize-the-iphone-action-button/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/customize-the-iphone-action-button/
**iPhone Diary: As expected, the camera improvements sold me an iPhone 15 Pro Max** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/iPhone-15-Pro-Max-–-iPhone-Diary.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500 Yep, I’m now a fully paid-up member of the Annual iPhone Upgrade Club. As of the iPhone X, I’ve upgraded every year to the iPhone 11 (https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-11-pro-diary/), 12 (https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-12-diary/), 13 (https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-13-diary/), and 14 (https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-14-diary/). As usual, it’s the camera improvements that sold me on the new model (https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-15-pro-max/) – even though I’m _fairly sure_ I’ll never actually use two of the biggest new features … more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-diary-iphone-15-pro-max/#more-907326) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-diary-iphone-15-pro-max/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-diary-iphone-15-pro-max/
**iPhone price rises in China, India, and Japan; price cuts in the UK** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/iPhone-price-rises.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500 In what is almost certainly Apple’s (https://9to5mac.com/guides/aapl/) response to currency fluctuations, the company has introduced iPhone (https://9to5mac.com/guides/iphone-15/) price rises in China (https://9to5mac.com/guides/china/) and India (https://9to5mac.com/guides/india/), and has reduced prices in the UK. Price changes have also been seen in other products, like AirPods (https://9to5mac.com/guides/airpods/). The price changes do vary between models, however, suggesting that Apple is trying to balance the effect of currency changes with the likely impact on demand … more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-price-rises/#more-907295) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-price-rises/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/iphone-price-rises/
**Grid Forecast in Home app shows when you can use clean energy** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/Grid-Forecast-in-Home-app.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500 iOS 16 last year introduced a Clean Energy feature (https://9to5mac.com/2022/09/12/ios-16-clean-energy-charging-details/), which lets you set your iPhone to charge during times when your local energy grid is using carbon-neutral electricity. In iOS 17 (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/10/ios-17-new-features-release-date-devices/), a new Grid Forecast feature takes a first pass at expanding this capability to any device in your home. Grid Forecast shows up in the Home app, and shows a prediction of when your energy provider will be generating electricity from carbon-neutral sources like solar and wind … more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/grid-forecast-in-home-app/#more-907287) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/grid-forecast-in-home-app/#respond https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/grid-forecast-in-home-app/
**Grid Forecast in Home app shows when you can use clean energy** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/Grid-Forecast-in-Home-app.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=1500 iOS 16 last year introduced a Clean Energy feature (https://9to5mac.com/2022/09/12/ios-16-clean-energy-charging-details/), which lets you set your iPhone to charge during times when your local energy grid is using carbon-neutral electricity. In iOS 17 (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/10/ios-17-new-features-release-date-devices/), a new Grid Forecast feature takes a first pass at expanding this capability to any device in your home. Grid Forecast shows up in the Home app, and shows a prediction of when your energy provider will be generating electricity from carbon-neutral sources like solar and wind … more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/grid-forecast-in-home-app/#more-907287) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/grid-forecast-in-home-app/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/13/grid-forecast-in-home-app/
**FSU receivers sport in-game Apple Watches, and here’s what the NCAA rules say about it** https://9to5mac.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2023/09/FSU-Apple-Watch-players@0.5x.webp?w=1600 As we enter another year of college football, Florida State dominated LSU over the weekend with a 21-point victory. As it turns out, the Apple Watch may have played a role in that victory as two of FSU’s wide receivers were spotted wearing Apple’s device during the game. more… (https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/06/apple-watch-lsu-fsu-game/#more-905194) Comments: https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/06/apple-watch-lsu-fsu-game/#comments https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/06/apple-watch-lsu-fsu-game/
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