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10/31
Apple confirms its next-gen Siri is on track to launch in 2026
Macworld In its conference call to discuss its record-breaking Q4 on Thursday, Apple divulged some information about the future of Apple Intelligence, which has been in limbo since the new Siri was delayed earlier this year. But there’s good news: Apple is on track to deliver the overdue features next year. ...
10/30
Apple posts record Q4 2025, with double-digit Mac sales increase
Macworld Apple held its fourth quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, and the company posted revenue of $102.5 billion, an 8 percent year-over-year increase, and quarterly diluted earnings per share of $1.85. The company reported $27.5 billion in profit. ...
10/30
This guy turned his old MacBook into a trash can, and it can be yours...
Macworld Facebook Marketplace has a reputation for having some weird stuff. Take, for instance, this trash can for sale by Brandon Nielsen. It’s not just any old trash can–it features a MacBook as its lid. Open the can by lifting the MacBook lid, and you’ll find a wide opening where the keyboard and trackpad used to be. ...
10/30
Macworld Podcast: iPhone 18 and what we know (so far)
Macworld Apple has big plans for the iPhone 18 lineup in 2026. We discuss the latest reports in this episode of the Macworld Podcast. This is episode 957 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. ...
10/29
The next iPad mini may get a water-resistant redesign
Macworld Apple’s iPhones have long boasted impressive water-resistance capabilities. Every handset since 2018’s XS generation has been IP68 rated, the highest you’ll see on a consumer product, and specifically credited with the ability to survive submersion in at least 2m of water (or more, in later generations) for up to 30 minutes. ...
10/29
iPhone 18: Everything we know so far about the 2026 models
Macworld 2026 iPhone 18 series: Summary iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026 iPhone 18 and 18e might not arrive until spring 2027 Folding iPhone also said to launch in September 2026 Smaller dynamic island, camera aperture enhancements, C2 5G modem Another year, another iPhone, right? Not so fast. ...
10/28
Apple is reportedly planning a trio of OLED upgrades
Macworld A new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg details some welcome display updates for some of Apple’s most popular products. The iPad mini, iPad Air, and MacBook Air are all due to move from LCDs to OLEDs. Unfortunately, the changes could take a few years. The iPad mini will move to OLED first, according to Gurman. ...
10/28
The biggest deal about the 20th anniversary iPhone might be the buttons
Macworld The iPhone was introduced to the world in 2007, so the 20th anniversary is coming up in 2027. To mark the occasion, Apple is reportedly planning a drastic design change not unlike the iPhone X. One of those changes will reportedly involves a longtime rumor regarding the buttons on the iPhone. ...
10/28
Next iPad Pro tipped to get the iPhone’s vapor cooling chamber, M6 chip
Macworld The updated iPad Pro announced earlier this month isn’t exactly a groundbreaking launch: the design, color options, screen, camera, and price are all the same as on the previous model. Essentially it’s just a processor bump, with the tablet moving from an M4 to an M5 chip. But the next model is set for something a little different. ...
10/27
Ads may be coming to Apple Maps next year
Macworld If you think Apple Maps’ job is to offer an unbiased guide to the streets, buildings, and businesses in a given part of the world, you may need to wise up. Because Apple is expected to sell prominent positions in its search rankings as soon as next year, according to a new report. ...
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10/31
rncbc.org updates Qtractor to v1.5.9 for Linux
rncbc.org has announced the Halloween'25 release of Qtractor version 1.5.9, for GNU/Linux. Changes for this release: Main menu and toolbar Edit/Select Mode/Clip, Range, Rectangle and Automation actions are now self-toggled when triggered. Slightly better positioning and centering when just clicking but not dragging the main and MIDI editor thumb-views around. ...
10/31
The Very Loud Indeed Co. releases Shift II: Hybrid Scoring Transitions
The Very Loud Indeed Co. has announced the release of Shift II: Hybrid Scoring Transitions for Native Instruments' Kontakt 6.8+ sampler. They say: Like its predecessor, it allows you to bridge different sections of a music piece seamlessly and it covers multiple genres, from tense drama to frenetic action to bone-chilling horror. ...
10/31
PSPaudioware Releases Free PSP Spector 31-Band Spectrum Analyser Plugin
PSPaudioware is has announced the release of PSP Spector, a precise and completely free 31-band spectrum analyser plug-in for macOS and Windows (AAX, AU, VST, VST3). ...
10/31
EastWest updates Opus to v1.6.1
EastWest has updated Opus to v1.6.1. Changes in Opus 1.6.1: Performance issues and CPU spikes in FL Studio (Windows) - fixed. All Instances subpage doesn't always show correct Opus instances - fixed. MIDI tools can't be added on performance page - fixed. Detached Player window is now always on top - improvement. Can't close/ cancel directory window for on demand downloads - fixed. ...
10/31
Native Instruments updates Maschine to v3.4.0
Native Instruments has updated Maschine to v3.4.0. Added Modernised Modulation Editor: A completely modernized modulation editor, rebuilt on a new technical foundation for a smoother and more visually clear workflow. New linear point workflow, the new default workflow. Curve Editing: You can now create smooth, curved slopes in the modulation lane. ...
10/31
Audiopunks and Tchad Blake release Tape Eater Plugin (VST3, AU & AAX)
Audiopunks has released Tape Eater, a dual-engine tape-modulation and cassette-depth processor that transforms instability into emotion. Built in collaboration with Tchad Blake, it combines a physically-modeled cassette system with a 'chew' section that mimics the warped randomness of a swallowed tape, complete with pitch drops, magnetic drift, and a lo-fi speaker. ...
10/30
Aurora DSP releases Nosferatu - Free High-Gain Preamp from Beyond the...
Aurora DSP has released Nosferatu, a free plugin with dual-mode distortion, tube power amp with presence and resonance, cab sim with twin voicings, and the built-in GateMate noise gate. Plus tuner, metronome, recorder, transpose, and presets — all packed into one coffin-shaped plugin. Enter the crypt of tone. ...
10/30
Applied Acoustics Systems releases Rotors for the Multiphonics CV-3...
Applied Acoustics Systems has announced the release of the Rotors sound pack for the Multiphonics CV-3 and AAS Player plug-ins in collaboration with AAS resident sound designer Adam Pietruszko. Here's what they say: Rotors captures the heartbeat of electronic dance music, where modular synthesis and physical modeling fuse to deliver pure dance floor energy. ...
10/30
Orchestral Tools releases Korven - Acoustic Textures of Terror for the ...
Orchestral Tools has announced the release of Korven, a set of horrific, playable sounds created by composer Mark Korven (The VVitch, The Lighthouse, The Black Phone). The collection features organic sounds in Mark's signature style, all based on acoustic instruments. ...
10/30
Canvas Audio SubTec Plugin Introduces Low-End Sculpting with Classic...
Canvas Audio has announced the release of its newest plugin, SubTec, a dedicated low-end sculptor designed to make balancing the sub-bass frequencies simpler and more musical. The plugin is built around a classic technique from vintage passive tube EQs, applying both boost and attenuation to the same frequency simultaneously to add punch and clarity without excessive buildup or 'mud. ...
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07/16
What's My Note, Inc. releases What’s My Note? v5.1.2
iPhone, iPad / Education / Training: An app for choral singers who don't read music well. Snap a photo or import JPG, PNG or PDF. Touch notes in the image to hear the pitch. Not for instrumental parts - see details below. Whether you sing in a choir, or a barbershop quartet, or other vocal group,...
07/16
RiyaazPal LLC releases RiyaazPal v2.1.3
iPhone, iPad / Education / Training: All aspiring music students understand the importance of Sargam practice. Practicing Sargams each day does wonders to your “Sureelapan” as well as confidence. Practicing every day under watchful eyes of your Guru is the ideal way. But that is difficult...
07/15
Yves Jannic releases SimpleBoard v2.9
iPhone, iPad / Instruments / Sound Effects: Get the simplest soundboard creation app: Load sounds, samples or songs through your iTunes library Create and edit soundboards quickly and easily Up to 8 sounds per soundboard Make the most of your screen thanks to the adaptive layout Play multiple...
07/15
Ryan Newsome releases Notes - Sight Reading Trainer v6.5.2
iPhone, iPad / Education / Games, Ear Trainig: Introducing Notes - Sight Reading Trainer, the ultimate iOS app for mastering sight reading in music! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, Notes is your is your tool to become the musician you were meant to be. When you are ready to...
07/14
Craig Gonci releases StaffWars v1.93.0
iPhone, iPad / Education / Games, Ear Trainig: StaffWars is a game designed to help beginning and intermediate musicians learn, practice and woodshed the note names on the grand staff, treble, alto and bass clefs. THE APP for anyone who wants to master these clefs.
07/14
Studio Six Digital releases SPL Graph v8.6
iPhone, iPad / Tools / Analysis: SPL Graph is an audio Sound Pressure Level (SPL) environmental noise analyzer, real-time frequency analyzer, chart recorder and data logger. It includes: Plot sound level over time Record audio while plot is running, playback to identify sounds that may have...
07/13
MuseScore BVBA releases MuseScore: sheet music v2.13.43
iPhone, iPad / Education / Sheet Music & Tablatures: PLAY FREE MUSIC SCORES Whatever instrument you play, whether it's a piano, trumpet, guitar, or harmonica, or kalimba, you will always find notes of excellent quality. • Browse the most extensive sheet music collection from MuseScore....
07/12
Alvin Yu releases Viola Tuner v1.11.0
iPhone, iPad / Tools / Tuners: Plays tuning notes for Viola (C G D A)
07/11
Rolfs Apps releases Rhythm Sight Reading Trainer v11.10
iPhone, iPad / Education / Training: Accelerate your sight reading skills with instant feedback on timing accuracy. Our carefully graduated levels, from beginner to professional, allow you to start at your optimal skill level and progress at your own pace. You'll improve more rapidly than...
07/09
ForScore, LLC releases TuneWave v2.1.1
iPhone, iPad / Tools / Tuners: Sleek, efficient, and responsive, TuneWave is the no-nonsense utility that lets you tune your instrument quickly and easily. TuneWave puts everything you need front and center for optimal visibility and glanceable feedback. It can transpose if you’re using an...




