Source: Stephen Warwick/iMore
Despite a quieter-than-normal rumor mill, there are signs across the board that Apple's operation is slowly beginning to return to normal. This week, we heard rumblings of Apple Glasses as two of Apple's most prolific insiders clashed over a prospective date. We found out about a portless iPhone coming next year, as well as a sneak peek at WWDC. Catch all of it and more in our Apple's news round-up.
Apple stores reopen in Italy
Source: Apple
10 Apple stores are reopening in one of the hardest-hit COVID-19 countries. In Italy, the stores will open on May 19, 7 locations around Lombardy, and Turin remain closed.
10 Italian Apple Stores to reopen May 19
Apple Glasses
Source: iMore
Prolific leaker Jon Prosser says that he's seen Apple Glasses and that they could debut as early as next year. His own prediction contradicts that of famed analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, who suggested they would debut in 2022.
Leaker says he's seen Apple Glasses. And they're coming next year.
A big change to Apple News+
Source: Apple
A report suggests Apple might be considering adding audio stories to Apple News+.
Apple exploring audio versions of written Apple News+ stories, and it could be game-changing
AirPods Studio
Source: iMore
Apple is reportedly planning new over-ear AirPods, named 'AirPods studio. A rumor this week suggests they will have neck detection and custom EQ.
"AirPods Studio" could feature neck/ear detection and custom EQ settings
14-inch MacBook Pro
Source: Apple
Apple is rumored to be considering switching its 13-inch MacBook to a 14-inch model, as it did with the 16-inch. This is now reportedly arriving next year.
New rumor claims that the 14-inch MacBook Pro will launch next year
Portless iPhone
Source: Joseph Keller/iMore
More from Jon Prosser, who says that Apple will debut a portless iPhone next year.
Jon Prosser: 'One portless iPhone coming next year'
WWDC
Source: iMore
Apple will reportedly use iPhone 11 Pro cameras to host developer sessions at WWDC.
Apple will use the iPhone 11 Pro to host developer sessions for WWDC
New Logic Pro X update
Source: Apple
Apple added Live Loops to Logic Pro, in the biggest update to Logic Pro since X.
Apple unveils massive Logic Pro X update featuring Live Loops
Bonus Round
Source: iMore
Finally, as a bonus. YouTube channel Braille Skateboarding tried to skateboard using the wheels from the Apple Mac Pro.
$700 for Mac Pro wheels and they don't even work on a lousy skateboard
Review: The HyperX QuadCast S looks and sounds pretty
While it bills itself as a gaming microphone, the HyperX QuadCast S is a great USB microphone for Mac, even though you can't quite benefit from all the features.
Review: Incase's Compact Sleeve w/BIONIC® is made from recycled plastic
Incase makes a high-quality, protective laptop sleeve for your Macbook out of plastic pollution that's been recovered from the ocean. This lets you feel good while protecting your MacBook, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro.
Review: The Oura Smart Ring gives you deeper insights into your health
If you're not satisfied with the Apple Watch's very basic sleep tracking, then you should consider another wearable on your finger. With the Oura Smart Ring, you won't even know it's there.
How will you attach your AirTag to the item you wish to track?
Apple's AirTag doesn't have any hooks or adhesive for attaching to your precious items. Luckily there are plenty of accessories for that purpose, both from Apple and third parties.