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  • newApple Pay Promo Offers Discount on Columbia Gear
    Apple today sent out emails letting Apple Pay users know about the latest promotion, which offers $20 off purchases of $120 or more from sportswear company Columbia.The $20 discount is valid when making a purchase from the Columbia website and using ‌Apple Pay‌ to check out. The discount is not available in Columbia retail locations, and products from the Amaze Puff Collection and the ROC Collection are excluded.It also can't be combined with other discounts like the Columbia back…
    - 14 mins ago 23 Jul 26, 10:08pm -
  • new'The Morning Show' Returning to Apple TV for a Final Season Next Year
    Apple today announced that "The Morning Show" will return to Apple TV for a fifth and final season at some point in 2027."The Morning Show" was one of the first shows available on Apple TV when the streaming service launched in 2019, with an ensemble cast starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Mark Duplass, and others set to return for the final season of the workplace-oriented drama.Tag: Apple TV ServiceThis article, "'The Morning Show' Returning to Apple TV for a Final Season Next Y…
    - 20 mins ago 23 Jul 26, 10:02pm -
  • newOpera One Browser Adds Vertical Tabs - Should Safari Follow?
    Opera One browser just pushed an update adding a Vertical Tabs option that moves the tab bar from the top of the window to a resizable panel down the left-hand side.The feature aims to solve the perennial horizontal tab problem where too many open tabs makes each one shrink to an unreadable sliver of the webpage's favicon. By contrast, in the vertical layout, page titles always stay legible. Opera's existing Tab Islands feature – where tabs that came from the same page or browsing se…
    - 1 hour ago 23 Jul 26, 9:22pm -
  • new5 Reasons to Buy the iPhone 17 Now Instead of Waiting for iPhone 18
    Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable are less than two months from being unveiled. That may sound like a reason to sit tight if you're looking to upgrade from an iPhone 16 or older series, but between looming price hikes and Apple's new split-launch calendar, there's a decent case for grabbing an iPhone 17 series model right now. Here are five reasons in favor of putting your order in today.1. iPhone Price Hikes Almost CertainAnalysts suggest the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max…
    - 1 hour ago 23 Jul 26, 8:56pm -
  • newApple Watch Series 11 GPS Models Now $100 Off on Amazon
    Amazon this week has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes a handful of 42mm and 46mm GPS aluminum models, but cellular devices are a bit more rare this time around.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00,…
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:21pm -
  • newApple Maps to Help Power Autonomous Driving in Ford's 2027 EV
    Apple and Ford today announced announced that Apple Maps will power the navigation system in Ford's upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) Platform, launching in 2027 at a price point around $30,000.The integration leverages Apple's new MapKit for Automotive SDK, allowing Ford to embed ‌Apple Maps‌ directly into the vehicle's displays while maintaining the ability to customize the experience to match Ford's design language. Drivers will get turn-by-turn directions using natural la…
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:57pm -
  • newGoogle Fined $1 Billion by EU for Search Bias and App Store Restrictions
    Google was today fined €890 million ($1 billion) by the European Union for breaching antitrust rules with regard to its search and Google Play store services.The European Commission found that Google had broken the Digital Markets Act (DMA) by using its dominant position in the search market to favour its own services, like shopping and hotel deals, over those of rivals.The Commission also said that the company had abused its position by preventing developers from directing users to…
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:09pm -
  • newFoldable iPhone Still Faces Production Hurdles, Report Says
    Apple's foldable iPhone still faces production hurdles that leave its exact launch timing undecided, according to a new report from DigiTimes, even as Foxconn carries out what supply chain sources describe as "final mass-production adjustments."The report says Apple has assigned Foxconn to lead the device from new product introduction (NPI) through to mass production, citing the assembler's experience with precision structural components and large-scale production tuning. One industry sour…
    - 5 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:48pm -
  • newmacOS 27 Beta Hides Trippy Siri 'Voice Pad' Interface With 13 Voices
    For macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple appears to be working on an immersive new interface for choosing Siri AI's voice, based on findings in the latest beta.MacRumors forum member "mactracker" has shared what they call a hidden "voice pad" in the macOS 27 beta 4, which was released on Monday. When enabled, the interface replaces the System Settings menu for Siri's voice options with a nearly black canvas, with the currently selected voice marked by a colored dot. Pressing, holding, and movin…
    - 6 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 4:23pm -
  • newYou Can Now Recover Your Google Account With a Selfie Video
    Google today introduced a new selfie sign-in option for Google Account recovery. It offers an alternative way for Google users to access their accounts alongside passkeys, recovery contacts, and other entry methods.To create a selfie video, you look at your device's camera and then follow Google's instructions to complete a series of head movements to capture multiple angles. The video is saved to your account and can be used later if you need access.Google recommends users have multip…
    - 7 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 3:30pm -
  • new12th-Generation iPad: Everything We Know About Apple's Next Budget Tablet
    Apple is working on a 12th-generation iPad, and plans to update the most affordable tablet in the ‌iPad‌ in 2027. It's not going to be a major update, but if you're planning a purchase, you might want to wait for the newest model.DesignThere are no rumors of an updated design for the 12th-generation ‌iPad‌, so it will likely have the same 11-inch edge-to-edge display with Touch ID Side Button and thick bezels.Apple last updated the ‌iPad‌'s design with the 10th-generation…
    - 18 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 4:08am -
  • newApple Store App Getting AI Shopping Assistant
    Apple's privacy policy for the Apple Store app suggests it will soon get a virtual shopping assistant to help users decide what to purchase.The app will have a chat interface where users can ask questions about Apple products, with Apple using data like account information, device identifiers, chat information, carrier information, and location data to offer a personalized experience. Transcripts of chats are saved for later reference.Apple says that information is sent to its "partner…
    - 20 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 1:55am -
  • newApple Releases Safari Technology Preview 248 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
    Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of the Safari browser.‌Safari Technology Preview‌ 248 includes fixes and updates for Accessibility, CSS, Editing, Forms, Images, JavaScript, Media, Navigation, Networking, Rendering, SVG, Scrolling, Security, Storage, Web API, Web Insp…
    - 22 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:55pm -
  • newSecond iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Public Betas Now Available

    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:49pm -
  • newSwitching From iPhone to Android Just Got Easier With Android 17
    Android 17 includes a wireless native migration experience for transferring more types of data from an iPhone, making the process of switching to an Android device easier.Google says the upgraded method allows Google Accounts, passwords, Wi-Fi credentials, and eSIMs to be transferred. It also supports photos, videos, contacts, messages, and calendars, like the prior version of the switching tool. Data transfers require an iPhone with iOS 26.3 or later.Both Apple and Google had to imple…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:35pm -
  • newHands-On With Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8, the Closest Thing Yet to a Foldable iPhone
    Samsung today debuted its latest foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Flip8, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and the new Galaxy Z Fold8, which has a design similar to what we're expecting from the foldable iPhone coming this September. We were able to take a look at the new Samsung foldables ahead of launch.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.The Galaxy ZFold 8 Ultra has a 6.5-inch cover screen when closed, and an 8-inch display when it's unfolded. Both displays are OL…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:30pm -
  • newSecond macOS Golden Gate Public Beta Now Available
    Apple today released the second public beta of macOS Golden Gate, allowing non-developers to test the software ahead of its fall release. You can sign up to test the update on Apple's beta website, and then download it by going to System Settings > General > Software Update and toggling on the macOS 27 beta.‌macOS Golden Gate‌ includes the same Siri AI features as iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, but you get to ‌Siri‌ through Spotlight with a Command + Space keyboard shortcut. ‌Siri‌ can…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:09pm -
  • newtvOS 27 and watchOS 27 Second Public Betas Now Available
    Apple today released the second public betas of tvOS 27 and watchOS 27, giving Apple TV and Apple Watch users a chance to try the new software ahead of its fall launch. There's also a new HomePod Software 27 beta for the ‌HomePod‌ and HomePod mini.You can sign up for Apple's public beta testing program on the beta website, and then download the updates through the Settings app on each device.‌watchOS 27‌ adopts Siri AI, and you can use ‌Siri‌ from your wrist as long as you…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:08pm -
  • newApple Raises iCloud+ Prices in 8 Countries
    Apple has increased the price of iCloud+ in Nigeria, Türkiye, Vietnam, Japan, Egypt, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Indonesia, according to an updated version of its iCloud support document.Price increases range from 11 percent to 55 percent depending on the plan and the country. Nigeria saw the biggest hike, and a 50GB plan is now ₦1,300, up from ₦900. Türkiye saw the next largest increase, with a 50GB plan priced at 49.99 TL, up from 39.99 TL.Apple has likely adjusted pricin…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:00pm -
  • newNext Mac Mini Will Reportedly Have Mismatched M6 and M5 Pro Chips
    Apple is testing new Mac mini configurations with generationally mismatched M6 and M5 Pro chips, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, but he did not provide a release timeframe.In a similar move last year, Apple updated the Mac Studio with mismatched M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips.This article, "Next Mac Mini Will Reportedly Have Mismatched M6 and M5 Pro Chips" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
    - 24 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 10:34pm -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newApple Must Pay $634M After Masimo Appeal Fails
    Apple has suffered another setback in its long-running legal battle with medical technology company Masimo. A U.S. federal judge rejected Apple’s appeal, leaving the company responsible for paying $634 million to Masimo’s new owner, Danaher. Although the ruling confirms the financial penalty, it does not affect current Apple Watch users. The smartwatch’s blood oxygen monitoring […]The post Apple Must Pay $634M After Masimo Appeal Fails appeared first on TUAW.
    - 14 mins ago 23 Jul 26, 10:08pm -
  • Apple Replaces iPhone Upgrade Program
    Apple is preparing to retire its long-running iPhone Upgrade Program after more than a decade. Reports indicate the company will replace it with a new financing option called Apple Upgrade, which is expected to launch soon. The new program will expand installment payments beyond the iPhone and cover more Apple products. Current customers will not […]The post Apple Replaces iPhone Upgrade Program appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 9:36am -
  • Apple Expands Sunnyvale Office Footprint Again
    Apple has added another major property to its growing list of Silicon Valley offices. The company has agreed to lease a 125,800-square-foot office building at 580 North Mary Avenue in Sunnyvale. The property belongs to Bay Area real estate firm Peery Arrillaga and marks another step in Apple’s steady expansion across the region. Although Apple […]The post Apple Expands Sunnyvale Office Footprint Again appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 2:53am -
  • Apple Releases Fourth Developer Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27
    Apple has released the fourth developer beta versions of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27. The new builds are now available to registered developers, marking another step toward the official software launches expected later in 2026. The latest updates follow the third beta released earlier in July. Apple […]The post Apple Releases Fourth Developer Betas for iOS 27 and macOS 27 appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 1:37am -
  • Apple Nears Public Release of iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6
    Apple has taken another step toward the next software update by releasing Release Candidate (RC) versions of iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, macOS Tahoe 26.6, and several other operating systems to developers. Release Candidate builds are typically the final versions tested before public launch unless critical bugs appear. The new RC releases follow five earlier beta […]The post Apple Nears Public Release of iOS 26.6 and macOS 26.6 appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 21 Jul 26, 10:04am -
  • Apple Bets on ‘Being Heumann’ for Another Oscar Run
    Apple is returning to familiar creative talent as it aims for another awards-season success. The company has teamed up again with filmmaker Sian Heder, whose 2022 drama CODA made history as the first streaming film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. This time, Heder brings the life of disability rights pioneer Judy Heumann […]The post Apple Bets on ‘Being Heumann’ for Another Oscar Run appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 21 Jul 26, 7:28am -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newGoogle introduces new ‘selfie video’ sign-in method 
    Google Accounts are gaining a new “selfie video” sign-in method that can be handy if you lose your phone or passkeys.
    - 2 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 8:45pm -
  • new9to5Mac Daily: July 23, 2026 – ‘Apple Upgrade’ program coming soon
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.
    - 2 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 8:41pm -
  • newApple TV announces new dating series: ‘The Last Person on Earth’
    Dating reality shows are a popular genre Apple TV has entirely avoided. And while its newly announced series, The Last Person on Earth, is being billed as a “documentary series” rather than “reality,” it’s the streamer’s first dating show nonetheless.
    - 2 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 8:16pm -
  • newTwo new Macs might skip M5 chips and go straight to M6
    Yesterday Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman detailed a years-long roadmap for upcoming Macs, and per his report, it sounds like two new models might skip the base M5 chip and go straight to M6.
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:43pm -
  • newiPhone Ultra timing remains unclear as ‘final production adjustments’ made
    The exact launch timings of the iPhone Ultra remain unclear as a new supply chain report says that Foxconn is making “final adjustments” to the manufacturing process. It follows an earlier report stating that mass production had begun. Recent reports indicate that Apple will unveil the new folding iPhone at its September event, but that initial availability may be limited …
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:51pm -
  • newApple Maps is becoming Ford’s new navigation mode for select vehicles
    Today Apple announced a unique partnership with automaker Ford, which will bake Apple Maps into its upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) Platform for navigation. Here are the details.
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:49pm -
  • newSmartGym update makes it easier to manually adjust and log exercises on the go
    With the version rolling out today, users who rely on SmartGym’s iPhone app will find it easier to adjust and log their sets during workouts. Here are the details.
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:30pm -
  • newChatGPT told user to ignore lethal condition, but people keep treating it as a doctor
    You’d think that it would be obvious that it’s a terrible idea to ask an AI chatbot for a medical consultation, but hundreds of millions of people do it every week.In one near-death example now the subject of a lawsuit, ChatGPT advised a pastor to ignore symptoms of a pulmonary embolism – a condition with a mortality rate of 30%. In fact, the advice it offered very likely made things worse …
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:08pm -
  • newSamsung has just given us a preview of the creaseless iPhone Ultra display
    One of the reported reasons for Apple taking such a long time to introduce a folding iPhone is that the company was unhappy with the very visible crease and vulnerability of earlier generations of flexible screens.Display partner Samsung finally solved this to Apple’s satisfaction, and the launch of the Korean company’s latest folding smartphone has now provided a preview of what we can expect from the iPhone Ultra display …
    - 5 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:16pm -
  • newDo we need to worry about burn-in as Macs transition to OLED screens?
    Apple devices were long known for having some of the highest-quality LCD screens in the business, and that remains the case for today’s MacBooks. The company upped the ante first through retina displays and then mini-LED backlighting. This is the reason Apple has been in no great hurry to adopt OLED technology.It has, however, been making a phased transition to OLED. Apple first introduced the display tech with the Apple Watch, followed up with iPhone and iPad models, and the MacBook Pro is n…
    - 6 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 4:42pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newMicrosoft is testing free, ad-supported cloud gaming for Xbox Insiders
    Xbox Insiders can stream games from their libraries for free in ad-supported streaming sessions starting today. The free streaming sessions are limited to games you already own, and sessions are capped at one hour. However, ads will only play "before sessions begin." It's also optional - you won't need to watch ads if you have […]
    - 52 mins ago 23 Jul 26, 9:30pm -
  • newAmazon’s best 4K streaming sticks are up to 40 percent off
    There’s no shortage of great shows and movies to watch, but discovering something new isn’t always easy. Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and Fire TV Stick 4K Max come with redesigned software that aims to make it easier to finding something you’ll like, and both 4K-ready streaming sticks are back to their lowest prices […]
    - 2 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 8:30pm -
  • newThe new Halo remake is a reminder of what Xbox used to be
    It's impossible to talk about a new Xbox game without also talking about the state of Xbox. Microsoft's gaming division is in freefall: Recent headlines are dominated by extensive layoffs, decimated studios, and confusing strategies, most of which stem from years of bad decisions and expensive acquisitions. But it wasn't always that way. Through its […]
    - 2 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 8:30pm -
  • newLawmakers prepare bill requiring AI ‘kill switch’
    Lawmakers are preparing to introduce an "AI Kill Switch Act" that would require AI companies to shut down or throttle their systems on orders from the Department of Homeland Security, according to a report from Politico. Reps. Ted Lieu (D-CA) and Nathaniel Moran (R-TX) are expected to introduce the legislation on Thursday. The news of […]
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:43pm -
  • newApple’s OpenAI lawsuit is about who gets to define the post-smartphone era
    Today on Decoder, I’m talking with Hayden Field, The Verge’s senior AI reporter, about the major trade secrets lawsuit between Apple and OpenAI and what this tells us about OpenAI’s future. By now I’m sure most Decoder listeners are familiar with Apple’s allegations in this case. The company says a number of ex-Apple employees at […]
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:30pm -
  • newFord picks Apple Maps for its next EV platform and updated BlueCruise
    Ford plans to embed Apple Maps directly into its Universal Electric Vehicle Platform, which will start with a $30,000 midsize pickup truck set for release in 2027. In an announcement on Thursday, Ford says it will use Apple Maps to offer "turn-by-turn directions using natural language, real-time traffic and incident information, intuitive search featuring detailed […]
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:19pm -
  • newThe sci-fi movie that imagines AI isn’t so dystopian after all
    Imagine you are the parent of an inquisitive seven-year-old who loves his family, playing baseball, and hanging out with his friends. It's the life you've always wanted. And then the worst thing that ever could happen happens: A freak accident takes your son away. But as it turns out, you don't have to live with […]
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:30pm -
  • newThe right-wing boomers protesting data centers have a lot in common with the left
    On a gray, humid Saturday morning in central Florida, a little under a dozen people gathered outside the Spring Hill Branch Library to protest the construction of a hyperscale data center in their community. There was no immediate threat - the Hernando County commission had unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on such developments in June […]
    - 5 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:30pm -
  • newGoogle hit with $1 billion fine for breaking EU antitrust rules
    The European Union has fined Google's parent company Alphabet €890 million (about $1 billion) for two separate violations of the bloc's Digital Markets Act (DMA). One penalty is for giving its own products preferential treatment in search results, while the other is for blocking Android developers from sending users to alternate payment options. A €460 […]
    - 6 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 4:03pm -
  • newGoogle now lets you sign in to your account using a selfie video
    Google announced yet another way to gain access to your account if you get locked out, forget your password, or don't have access to the phone, computer, or two-factor authentication apps you typically use. As the name implies, selfie video lets you capture a short video of your face on a mobile device or PC, […]
    - 7 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 3:30pm -

Apple Insider

  • newApple's MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM drops to $2,699, saving you $400
    Apple's current 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Pro chip and upgrade to 48GB of RAM is $400 off during B&H's month-end sale, but supply is limited at the reduced price.Save $400 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 48GB RAM - Image credit: AppleB&H is slashing $400 off Apple's latest 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 48GB of RAM. Released in March 2026, the M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro features higher unified memory bandwidth compared to the last-gen model and is equipped with App…
    - 1 min ago 23 Jul 26, 10:21pm -
  • newApple TV is branching out with a self-help eight-part dating docuseries
    Apple TV has announced an upcoming documentary series, featuring New York Times bestselling author and renowned relationship expert Esther Perel, that sets out to help couples find love where they least expect it.Apple TV is getting a new showThe new series, titled "The Last Person on Earth," will follow couples who, on the face of it, appear to be opposites. They'll then be sent to one of the planet's most romantic destinations to put into practice tips and guidance provided by Perel and a team…
    - 53 mins ago 23 Jul 26, 9:29pm -
  • newUS Mint's limited edition Steve Jobs coin is no longer quite so limited
    After selling out the entire stock in 11 minutes in March, the US Mint's commemorative Steve Jobs coin was briefly back on sale on Thursday.Image Credit: United States MintIt still only vaguely looks like Steve Jobs, but it's intended to be him and to commemorate American innovation. But stop us if you've heard this one before, as the coin was released in May 2026.The US Mint's listing at the time said that it was a limited pressing, and the release schedule page still says that. It's conceivabl…
    - 1 hour ago 23 Jul 26, 9:04pm -
  • newAn AirPod-powered Frisbee tracker makes backyard throws scientific
    A developer and Frisbee fan turned AirPods into a flying-disc stat tracker, using motion sensors to measure throws in a clever demonstration of what Apple's earbuds can do beyond playing audio.AirPods 4Sharhan demonstrated Kinapod Disc on Reddit on July 20. The setup requires users to make a small hole in the center of a flying disc and insert one AirPod stem-first.Once it's mounted, the AirPod sends motion data to an iPhone while Kinapod Disc detects each throw and records spin rate, total revo…
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:18pm -
  • newApple Maps will be at the core of Ford's electric vehicles in 2027
    Apple and Ford have announced a new partnership that will see cars built on the latter's Universal Electric Vehicle platform use Apple Maps for advanced routing and future self-driving features.Apple Maps will be key to Ford's future EV plans. Credit: AppleThe partnership will see Maps become a key component of the Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) platform when it launches in 2027. Apple announced that its technology will go beyond simple routing and will instead be used to power Ford's next-gen…
    - 3 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 7:05pm -
  • newFamed technology journalist John C. Dvorak dies aged 80
    Legendary technology columnist, pundit, author and podcast host John C. Dvorak has died, age 80. He is survived by his wife Mimi Dvorak.John C. Dvorak - image credit: No Agenda podcastToday Dvorak is best known for co-hosting the "No Agenda" podcast with Adam Curry, where he would critique mainstream news media. His death was first announced by the podcast on X, although note that Dvorak's age is mistakenly given as 74.It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John C. Dvorak, our…
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:39pm -
  • newApple's foldable iPhone launch in question amid production hiccups
    As the expected launch of Apple's first foldable iPhone nears, the shipment dates are still up in the air, with supply chain sources saying some plans need to be finalized before full mass production can begin.The iPhone Ultra's launch window could be anyone's guess at this pointApple's plans for the iPhone Ultra have been a hot-button topic in recent months. Just days ago, it was reported that Apple had increased its orders for the vapor cooling system that would be used in its debut foldable.D…
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:30pm -
  • newApple defied a global PC sales slump in Q2 2026 thanks to MacBook Neo
    The global PC market declined by 4% year-over-year in Q2 2026, but as Lenovo, Dell, and HP struggled, Apple's MacBook Neo helped it buck the downward trend.MacBook NeoNew data shared by Counterpoint Research shows that global PC shipments plummeted to 65 million units in the second quarter of the year. This brought an end to a prolonged period of growth that stretched all the way back to Q1 of 2025.But as the market as a whole struggled, Apple and Asus were able to weather the storm. That's good…
    - 5 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:07pm -
  • newEU slaps Google with a $1 billion antitrust fine
    The European Commission has fined Google $1 billion for giving its own services preferential treatment, and for preventing app developers directing users away from the Google Play store.The European Union is fining Google $1 billion - image credit: EUJust as US lawmakers ask Trump to investigate the EU's alleged "anti-American" Digital Markets Act (DMA), the European Union has used that act to fine Google. The fine is 890 million euros ($1 billion), and it's the first time Google has been fined…
    - 5 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:00pm -
  • newBrydge ProDock Trio review: An elite space-saving MacBook dock
    The Brydge ProDock Trio is a rarity amongst Thunderbolt docks, offering a compact vertical MacBook stand alongside a MagSafe phone charger.Brydge ProDock Trio review: Sitting on my desk and freeing spaceAll USB-C and Thunderbolt docks I've tested have been largely the same as boxes that connect with a bundled cable. They have different ports and different technical specs.Brydge goes a different route, opting for a new version of its vertical ProDock. Your Mac is physically docked in the device,…
    - 17 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:32am -
  • newApple Store app Virtual Shopping Assistant could be coming soon
    The privacy policy for the Apple Store app suggests that a new feature called Virtual Shopping Assistant could be implemented soon. It may function similarly to the Apple Support Assistant.Apple Support already has a chatbot, and soon, Apple Store will tooApple has been slowly increasing its use of AI tools both internally and in public-facing apps. While Apple still relies on humans for some support inquiries, AI is being offered in more locations.It seems Apple may have let slip that a new fea…
    - 19 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 3:20am -
  • newHow Apple Wallet's Create a Pass works in iOS 27
    The Wallet app in iOS 27 lets you make your own digital passes from all those membership bar codes you have. It takes a little work, but it already works well.Wallet's Create a Pass in iOS 27The Wallet app has been used to hold more than just your credit and debit cards for years. Membership cards and digital passes have been a staple of the iPhone app for quite some time.However, to add a pass to the Wallet, you had to do so in one of two ways. The easiest is to use an app for a service and sel…
    - 21 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 1:02am -
  • Lawmakers want Trump to investigate EU's 'anti-American' Digital Markets Act
    U.S. Lawmakers have written to President Donald Trump, hoping he will do something to help big tech companies being targeted by the E.U.'s Digital Markets Act.U.S. President Donald TrumpThe European Union's Digital Markets Act has been a thorn in Apple's side since its introduction. Lawmakers in the United States want something done to fight what they consider to be rules that target U.S. Big Tech firms unfairly.A letter signed by 25 Republicans, including seven members of the House of Represent…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 10:06pm -
  • Amazon's month-end iPad deals drop 11-inch model to $399
    Amazon's month-end $399 iPad deal delivers the lowest iPad price across Apple's tablet lineup, with discounts of up to $150 off iPad Air and iPad Pro models as well.Apple's iPad 11 is on sale for $399 in Amazon's month-end sale.Discounts across Apple's iPad line are in effect at Amazon, with month-end deals delivering prices as low as $399.Buy iPad 11 for $399 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 9:44pm -
  • Jason Sudeikis wants two more seasons of the 'Ted Lasso' revival
    The hit Apple TV comedy "Ted Lasso" was supposedly over after three seasons, but now it's back for a fourth and its star and co-creator have hopes for a fifth and sixth.Early image of the new season - image credit: Apple TV"Ted Lasso" returns to Apple TV on August 5, 2026 with a new story that sees the titular character now coaching a second-division women's football team. According to The Hollywood Reporter, though, there could be more.Apple has not commissioned a fifth season yet, but star Jas…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 9:34pm -
  • Entire MacBook Pro, MacBook Air & MacBook Neo line rumored for refresh in next six months
    Apple's fall Mac updates will include a brand new entry-level MacBook Pro, but there are other alterations in the pipeline coming relatively soon, like a revised MacBook Neo and a speed-boosted MacBook Air.MacBook NeoApple's fall releases tend to include a number of Mac and MacBook launches alongside the usual iPhones. For 2026, Apple is preparing a very AI-forward refresh of its catalog, starting this fall.According to Bloomberg on Wednesday, Apple's refreshes are all to capitalize on the deman…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 9:24pm -
  • Upgraded Mac Mini, Mac Studio, and OLED iMac are all in the pipeline
    A new report backs up multiple previous claims of the Mac models Apple is developing, and amplifies that updates are being delayed by the global chip shortage.The current iMac.Recent rumors have predicted that the iPad Air will get the higher-quality OLED display in 2027. They've also predicted that the iMac will get an OLED screen too, but not until 2029 or 2030.Now Bloomberg is substantially repeating these reports, but in some cases giving a little more detail. With the Mac mini and the Mac S…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 8:46pm -
  • If you've got this dealer-installed car alarm, patch it today with your iPhone
    Millions of drivers with a dealer-installed KARR alarm should download the iPhone app and install the latest firmware update now, because a security flaw can let nearby attackers unlock or immobilize more than two million vehicles.Bluetooth vulnerabilityThe affected KARR Security System is an aftermarket alarm that dealerships install to protect vehicles on their lots. Dealers often leave the hardware connected after a vehicle is sold, even when the buyer declines to pay for the alarm service.Th…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 8:18pm -
  • Apple Park Visitor Center exhibition space closed temporarily
    The section of Apple Park Visitor Center that's housed its VR exhibition for almost a decade has been temporarily closed for an unspecified refurbishment.This appears to be the section that has closed: it's the store's exhibition space, shown here in 2017 when Apple added a virtual and augmented reality feature.Back in 2017, long before the Apple Vision Pro was announced, Apple added an augmented reality feature to its visitor center's Exhibition Space. It was a model of Apple Park, and at the t…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 7:53pm -
  • At last, WhatsApp for iPad can be set up without another device
    WhatsApp is making its iPad app work more like a standalone service by letting users create an account without first setting it up on a phone.WhatsApp for iPadMeta is rolling out the change as part of a wider WhatsApp update that also expands CarPlay support, adds basic PDF tools and makes it easier to share music. Direct registration addresses one of the largest limitations of the iPad app since its 2025 launch.WhatsApp for iPad previously relied on the company's linked-device system, which req…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 7:01pm -
  • It has begun: Foxconn amassing army of workers for iPhone 18 Pro assembly
    Months ahead of the fall launches, and historically right on time, Apple supply chain partner Foxconn has started to hire a small army of assemblers to build the iPhone 18 Pro.Workers at a Foxconn facility - Image source: FoxconnEach summer, the Apple supply chain prepares for the annual iPhone mass production ramp-up by hiring more employees. For chief assembly partner Foxconn, that process has gotten underway in China.According to China Securities Journal via MyDrivers on July 22, the iPhone 1…
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  • Don't miss a payment with Apple Upgrade or your iPhone will be locked
    Code found in the iOS 27 beta shows that if a user on the forthcoming Apple Upgrade program misses a payment, Apple will have the ability to restrict their iPhone usage.Apple's Wallet app may be one of only a few apps an iPhone user can continue to use if they miss an Apple Upgrade payment.Apple is now expected to shortly launch a financing option, replacing the previous iPhone Upgrade Program. It will let buyers spread the cost of most Apple devices, thereby easing the sales hit Apple expects t…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 5:07pm -
  • How to use iOS 27 Recovery Mode before erasing or restoring your iPhone
    Apple's iOS 27 recovery screen offers iPhone and iPad users a better first step when a device won't start, especially without a computer nearby. Here's how to open it, which repair option to try first, and when computer-based recovery is still safer.iOS 27 Recovery ModeA failed startup is one of those iPhone problems that immediately feels worse than it may actually be. The device can sit on the Apple logo, restart in a loop or refuse to finish booting after an update.Before iOS 27, most users e…
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 8:19am -
  • Aqara W200 review: Affordably-priced smart thermostat has firsts for Apple users
    The Aqara W200 smart thermostat is the first to take advantage of Apple's Adaptive Temperature technology for Apple Home, and that's a big deal for users.Aqara W200 thermostat review: There's a new go-to smart thermostat for Apple usersAt least in the U.S., two or three big players largely have a stranglehold on the premium smart thermostat market. If you want a nice-looking smart thermostat, you're likely opting for Ecobee, Nest, or Honeywell Home.Aqara is looking to shake that up with its W200…
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 5:58am -
  • Apple's $634M payment to Masimo now set in stone after Judge tosses appeal
    The Masimo trial ultimately failed to get a permanent ban on Apple Watch sales or use of the blood oxygen sensor, but the final verdict will have Apple pay $634M to Masimo's new owner Danaher after the appeal was rejected.Apple Watch blood oxygen detection is safe from the patent lawsuitApple Watch users have been able to take advantage of the blood oxygen sensor in Apple Watch since a software update in January 2024 successfully bypassed a sales ban. Masimo's attempts to reinstate a ban failed,…
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 2:53am -
  • Apple Invites update brings emoji replies and confetti to the party
    A second update to Apple Invites for iOS in as many months adds two small changes: emoji replies and a pile of confetti.Apple Invites Apple has already made one update to the Apple Invites app this summer with some handy new features. Its second is smaller, but still quite celebratory in nature.The release of version 1.10 on the App Store explains there are two changes made to the app. The first is that the host and guests are able to reply to each other using emoji, rather than words. Continue…
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 1:36am -
  • A fake Hide My Email header can expose the address behind your Apple Account
    A forged Hide My Email header can make Mac Mail expose a user's Apple Account address, extending the privacy risk beyond people who use Apple's alias service.Apple MailDeveloper Jeff Johnson disclosed the Mac Mail privacy flaw on July 19. His testing showed that a specially crafted message could make Mail display a misleading sender identity while a reply went out from the email address tied to his Apple Account.The behavior didn't require Johnson to use Hide My Email or maintain an iCloud.com m…
    - 2 days ago 22 Jul 26, 1:15am -
  • Hide My Email flaw still worked two weeks after Apple's claimed fix
    Apple says it fixed a vulnerability that could expose real addresses behind Hide My Email on or around July 3, but we reproduced the flaw two weeks after the company's claimed repair date.Apple's Hide My Email serviceThe company told 404 Media that it deployed a patch on July 3, 2026, and fully resolved the vulnerability. AppleInsider successfully reproduced the behavior on July 17.Our test found that a sender who possessed a specific Hide My Email alias could reveal the real address behind it w…
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  • Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program was great while it lasted
    For over ten years, Apple's iPhone Upgrade Program helped users afford the newest models, bundling AppleCare to boot. It's on borrowed time now, with the Apple Upgrade pay-as-you-go plan imminent.The iPhone Upgrade Program is going awayThe report of the new Apple Upgrade program arriving on July 28 seems like a good deal for consumers wanting more than an iPhone. However, it also means the end of a similar installment program.Tuesday's Bloomberg report on the launch of Apple Upgrade adds that it…
    - 2 days ago 21 Jul 26, 10:46pm -
  • Future iMac could come with a removable dock or handle to make it easier to carry
    It's awkward to pick up an iMac, and it's worse when you are transporting millions of them, so Apple has been researching how to give it a handle, or make a flat-pack version.Detail from the patent showing an iMac-style device sitting on a wide dock that also features multiple wireless charging sections - image credit: AppleIt's not as if it's a giant market, but there are people who need to travel with their iMac and for them, existing firms will sell enormous and well-padded cases. Apple also…
    - 2 days ago 21 Jul 26, 9:48pm -
  • Apple Upgrades will let users lease iPhones and Macs with Klarna
    Apple is preparing to launch a new iPhone upgrade program on July 28, with users leasing iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches from Klarna for 24 to 36 months.Klarna on Apple Pay - Image credit: KlarnaApple already provides consumers with ways to upgrade their devices while paying a monthly subscription. But it seems Apple is gearing up to introduce a new alternative to the iPhone Upgrade Program that covers more hardware.Expected to launch on July 28, Apple Upgrade will be a leasing program backed by…
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  • Expect 2027 iPhones to cost more as TSMC increases chip prices
    Apple will have to pay more for its iPhone and Mac chips from 2027 onwards, as long-term supply chain partner TSMC is upping its base prices by as much as 10%.Workers at a TSMC facilityApple is already trying to mitigate the memory market's pricing spikes to reduce its costs, but it's not the only component price problem on its hands. It faces having to pay TSMC even more for the all-important processors too.According to Nikkei on Tuesday, TSMC will be increasing the base price of its chips from…
    - 2 days ago 21 Jul 26, 5:40pm -
  • iPhone 20 Pro Max may get Apple's largest ever iPhone screen at 7 inches
    A new rumor claims that Apple is considering using what it will call a 7-inch screen for one of the 20th anniversary iPhones, although that isn't as great an increase as it sounds.The display on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max is 6.86 inches.One recent rumor claimed that Apple had begun production evaluation for a 2027 iPhone with a display that is curved on all four sides. Then another claimed that the iPhone 20 range would feature a significant redesign.For the first time, though, a leaker is cl…
    - 2 days ago 21 Jul 26, 3:27pm -
  • How to roll back macOS Golden Gate on Apple Silicon
    Mac users who want to leave the macOS Golden Gate beta must erase their startup disk and reinstall Tahoe, making a verified backup the most important step before they begin. Here's how to downgrade safely.macOS Golden GateDowngrading from macOS Golden Gate isn't as simple as leaving Apple's beta program. Turning off beta updates prevents later beta builds from installing, but it leaves the current operating system in place.Returning to macOS Tahoe requires erasing the Mac's startup volume, reins…
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  • Seven years after Apple Card, Samsung leaps into fintech with its own credit card
    The Samsung Galaxy Card is a direct mirror of the Apple Card, though it has some interesting cash-back offers that might be compelling for those deep in the Samsung ecosystem.Samsung Galaxy Card is a new fintech offering from Samsung and BarclaysIf there has ever been a tried and true strategy from Samsung, its compete with what Apple offers by beating them on the spec sheet. The Samsung Galaxy Card does exactly that with some good cash back rates right out of the gate.The company announced the…
    - 3 days ago 21 Jul 26, 8:03am -
  • Apple adds another office to its Sunnyvale collection
    Apple is expanding its presence in Sunnyvale once again by leasing a 125,800-square-foot building. If history repeats itself, Apple will buy it within a year.The property at 580 North Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale - Image Credit: Google MapsCompanies with a massive workforce are always on the lookout for more office space. In the case of Apple, it will be adding one more location to its roster in Sunnyvale.According to sources of the Mercury News, Apple has agreed to lease a building located at 580 Nor…
    - 3 days ago 21 Jul 26, 1:50am -
  • iOS 27 beta multiple battery reference may be red herring, not iPhone Fold hints
    Code references in the iOS 27 developer betas mention an iPhone using multiple batteries. This could be related to the iPhone Fold, but it may have a more pedestrian explanation.A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe occasional reference leaks in Apple's beta operating systems often hint to future features that are on the way. For inbound devices like the iPhone Fold, they can sometimes point to big changes in the design.According to an examination of th…
    - 3 days ago 21 Jul 26, 1:12am -
  • Fourth iOS 27, macOS 27 developer betas arrive
    Apple is moving on with its developer beta program, with new fourth builds of iOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and iPadOS 27 now undergoing testing.An earlier iOS 27 beta screenThe fourth round is here, and participants in Apple's developer program can download the new builds to their devices right now.The third developer builds arrived on July 6, while the second occurred on June 22 for most of the operating systems. The watchOS 27 counterparts landed later, on June 23 and Ju…
    - 3 days ago 21 Jul 26, 1:05am -
  • iOS 26.6 release candidate build surfaces for testing
    Apple has brought out the RC developer betas of iOS 26.6 and others for testing, in what could be the last for this round.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleApple is currently operating multiple beta-testing tracks at the moment. While the focus is on the 27-generation, it's current 26-gen OSes are still getting updates to version 26.6.The RC developer betas landed after the fifth, which came out on July 13. The fourth arrived on July 6, the…
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  • 'CODA' director returns to Apple TV with movie about disability activist Judy Heumann
    Apple TV is to screen director Sian Heder's follow-up to the Oscar-winning "CODA," a biopic about the life of a woman who got the government to take action over the rights of disabled people.Ruth Madeley (center) as Judy Heumann in Sian Heder's "Being Heumann" - image credit: Apple TVIn 2022, Sian Heder directed and co-wrote "CODA," which earned Apple TV the first-ever Best Picture Oscar for a streaming service. Apple immediately announced that it was backing Heder to direct a dramatization of J…
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 9:47pm -
  • Fixing ISP-provided routers, public betas, & more on Smart Home Insider
    On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we talk about the the public beta of tvOS 27, and new product launches. Plus, Plume's Alan Coleman joins us and talks about how his company helps Wi-Fi behind the scenes.Smart Home Insider PodcastGuest co-host this week is Alan Coleman, chief product officer of Plume. Plume works with ISPs to help improve in-home Wi-Fi performance.Specifically, they work with many OEM router manufacturers, provide a white-label app experience, and offer c…
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 9:25pm -
  • Amazon's $89 AirTag 2 deal delivers record-low price on 4-pack
    Apple's second-generation AirTag 4-pack has returned to its record-low price of $89 at Amazon.Get 4 AirTags for just $89 at Amazon - Image credit: AppleAmazon's AirTag sale cuts $10 off the 4-pack, bringing the price down to $89, which matches the record low seen during Prime Day 2026.Buy AirTag 4-pack for $89 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 8:21pm -
  • ClickLock malware makes Macs unusable until victims surrender their passwords
    Security firm Group-IB has uncovered ClickLock Stealer, a new Mac threat that hijacks normal system behavior to pressure victims into handing over passwords and access.ClickLock StealerThe firm said the campaign has reached at least 100 targets in 33 countries since May 2026, with more than half of the identified activity in Europe. Group-IB also found targets in North America, the Middle East and Africa.ClickLock builds on ClickFix, a familiar scam that uses fake CAPTCHA or Cloudflare verificat…
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 8:08pm -
  • AirPods Max 2 plunge to $449 after Amazon slashes price by $100
    Amazon's $100 discount on the recently released AirPods Max 2 delivers the lowest price seen after Prime Day 2026.Save $100 on AirPods Max 2 with Amazon deal - Image credit: AppleYou can pick up AirPods Max 2 at a $100 discount at Amazon today, with all five color options eligible for the markdown at press time.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $449 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 7:36pm -
  • Siri AI is hiding a more concise set of Writing Tools for Mac
    A hidden feature in the beta of macOS Golden Gate shows how Apple is testing ways to simplify and speed up Writing Tools in Siri AI.How the hidden Siri AI Writing Tools appear when you selected text.Although some users, including ones at AppleInsider, are finding that Writing Tools have vanished in macOS Golden Gate, typically they remain available whenever selected text is right-clicked. But Reddit users have found that there is a hidden alternative that automatically pops up a short list of Wr…
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 5:56pm -
  • Game development diary: Crunch and preparing to launch
    The Steam launch of "Character Limit" looms thanks to a final push to get the game ready. However, while it's "done" enough for people to play, there's still the problem of actually releasing it.The full game is in Steam, awaiting launch. It is safe to say that developing a word game like this wasn't meant to take a year. The first installment of this series was posted on July 28, 2025.The math is easy to figure out how long it's been since I started. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss o…
    - 3 days ago 20 Jul 26, 5:35pm -
  • Sunday Reboot: Shrinking models and an on-device AI future
    In this week's Sunday Reboot, Apple's AI model-shrinking talk could have massive benefits, with a chance of also being a billion-dollar deal if it plays its cards right.On-device AI processing will be a big thing in the coming years if Apple bets right. Sunday Reboot is a weekly column covering some of the lighter stories within the Apple reality distortion field from the past seven days. All to get the next week underway with a good first step. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our…
    - 4 days ago 20 Jul 26, 1:42am -
  • Apple probably won't add Jony Ive to OpenAI trade secret theft suit
    Four years ago, Jony Ive stopped working for Apple, and started working with OpenAI, yet he isn't named in the intellectual property theft suit. The reasons for that are myriad, ranging from the personal to practical.Jony Ive & OpenAI's Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAIOn July 10, Apple launched what looks to become a major lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing ex-Apple employees of stealing intellectual property. However, despite former Apple design chief's links to OpenAI, he isn't in the crosshair…
    - 4 days ago 20 Jul 26, 12:00am -
  • How to make Apple Journal part of a mindful daily routine
    Apple's Journal app doesn't promise to improve mental health, but its approach to reflective writing closely aligns with what decades of psychological research actually supports. Here's why that matters, and how Apple's approach differs from most wellness apps.Journaling with mindfulnessJournal focuses on people's thoughts and experiences instead of their bodies, unlike the data-driven health tracking with Apple Watch. The app encourages users to reflect on their emotions and pay closer attentio…
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  • Elgato Stream Deck+ review: completely unnecessary but totally compelling
    First, you can't see why you'd ever want a Stream Deck for your Mac, then you try one, and you will never give it back. Out of all the different models, though, the Stream Deck+ is best, and here's why.Get a Stream Deck+ and you'll never use a Mac without one againEvery Stream Deck is a Mac accessory that provides buttons to launch apps, perform entire sequences of tasks, or turn on your smart lights. You connect it through a USB-A or USB-C cable, and the difference in the models is chiefly in h…
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MacWorld

  • newSave $400 on this monster M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 64GB RAM right now
    MacworldApple MacBook Pro M5 ProView DealIt can be depressing shopping for a new MacBook following Apple’s price hikes, especially a high-end machine. Well, we’ve got some relief for you: Apple’s absolutely decked-out MacBook Pro is $400 off at B&H right now, marking one of the best deals we’ve seen for this model.The MacBook Pro is always an excellent pick for anyone looking to get a professional laptop they’ll use for yea…
    - 40 mins ago 23 Jul 26, 9:42pm -
  • newTop Apple Watch discounts & deals – Big savings on all models
    MacworldBest Apple Watch deals: Updated July, 2026These recommendations are based on the best prices for Apple Watches we are seeing right now at top resellers in the U.S. and U.K.Today’s best Apple Watch deals: U.S.$100 off Apple Watch Series 11, 42mm & 46mm at Amazon$30 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon$30 off the Apple Watch SE 3 at AmazonToday’s best Apple Watch deals: U.K.£70 off Apple Watch Series 11, 42mm at Amazon£80 off Apple Watch Se…
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  • newMophie Roam 3-in-1 Travel Charger review: 25W Qi2.2 travel charger
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsiPhone/AirPods/ Watch charge simultaneously.Compact when folded25W iPhone chargingStealthCharge wireless charging techSmart travel caseInternational plug adaptersConsSmaller rivalsOur Verdict The Mophie Roam stands out not just because it supports 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging, but because its StealthCharge technology keeps heat away from the charging pad, helping maintain maximum charging speeds without throttling.…
    - 4 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 6:44pm -
  • newWhatsApp for iPad no longer requires an iPhone for setup
    MacworldFor an astonishing 15 years, there was no official iPad app for WhatsApp: tablet owners had to make do with one of several workarounds, such as running WhatsApp for the web in a browser. But last year Meta finally got round to releasing one.While this was a welcome development, one limitation was that users still had to have access to a smartphone during setup. After installation on the iPad, a prompt appeared with a QR code; this had to be scanned by a phone which was already…
    - 5 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 5:02pm -
  • newApple hasn’t given up on the iMac Ultra and neither have I
    MacworldA couple of months ago, I wrote about how I’ve been pining for an iMac Ultra as a rebirth of the iMac Pro. But since then, I haven’t given it much thought. The most recent report came at the end of last year, and it was about a Mac never intended for public release. But now, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman had this juicy single line in a new report about the new Macs:For further in the future, Apple is working on a new iMac with an OLED screen, matching the technology coming to…
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  • newNever mind season four; ‘Ted Lasso’ creator wants to do five and six too
    MacworldThe long-awaited fourth season of Ted Lasso debuts on Apple TV next month, but the creator and star of the show already has his heart set on a fifth and sixth.In a long feature by The Hollywood Reporter, Jason Sudeikis, who plays the role of the pathologically positive soccer coach, reflects on the process which brought him from closure after the third season (“The story was told,” he says. “Ted went home to be with his son. I wasn’t going to have Ted uproot their life…
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  • newKensington SD5010T5 EQ Thunderbolt 5 Dock review: Compact Thunderbolt 5 HDMI dock
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingPros13 ports including Thunderbolt 5Dual HDMI 2.1140W Power Delivery30W USB-C2.5Gb EthernetCompact footprintConsOnly one downstream TB5Our Verdict Choose the SD5010T5 if you want a compact Thunderbolt 5 dock with dual HDMI 2.1 ports, 140W laptop charging, fast 2.5Gb Ethernet, and plenty of everyday connectivity. It’s ideal for HDMI-based monitor setups that don’t require extensive Thunderbolt expansion.Price…
    - 7 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 3:48pm -
  • newTime’s up, Android, Apple Watch won
    MacworldIt’s been almost 12 years since Apple unveiled its smartwatch to the world, and if you compare that first model to the newest Series 11, you’ll see that a lot has changed. Apple Watch has become slimmer, larger, and packed with more sensors. Even so, Apple continues to update its Watch every year with incremental improvements.Now, when a new Apple Watch arrives, the reaction is more like, “Is anything new?” In fact, the latest models don’t differ much from one anothe…
    - 7 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 3:30pm -
  • newApple prepares ‘virtual shopping assistant’ to help you spend money
    MacworldFollowing the comparatively triumphant debut of Siri AI this summer, Apple is preparing to use AI to power something even more important: shopping.As spotted by MacRumors, the privacy policy for the Apple Store app reveals the existence of a new “virtual shopping assistant.” Such a tool is not yet available in any public-facing capacity, but the text strongly suggests it will imminently be offered in certain regions as part of the Apple Store app.The policy naturally f…
    - 7 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 2:57pm -
  • newMac users can get Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro for life for $165
    MacworldTL;DR: Get Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows 11 Pro, and more together for life for $165.Last year, Microsoft ended support for Windows 10 and raised the price for Microsoft 365 to $99.99/year. For Mac users running Windows software through apps like Parallels Pro, that was especially frustrating. If you want to replace your subscription and upgrade your OS, you can now get a bundle with Microsoft Office 2024 and Windows 11 Pro together for $164.97 (reg. $448.99).Office…
    - 9 hours ago 23 Jul 26, 1:30pm -
  • newMacworld Podcast: iOS 27 and macOS 27 early impressions

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  • newmacOS Beta: Golden Gate Public Beta 2 now available
    MacworldFollowing its preview at WWDC on June 8, Apple released the first developer beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate, giving developers and Mac users an early look at the next major version of macOS ahead of its expected public release this fall.Rather than introducing a dramatic redesign, Golden Gate focuses on improving the experience established by macOS 26 Tahoe. The update brings Siri AI, deeper Apple Intelligence integration, smarter search tools, and a range of performance enhancem…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:38pm -
  • newiOS 27 beta 4 is out now with further refinements and fixes
    MacworldOn the first day of the WWDC developer conference, Apple released the first developer beta of its new operating system. This year, that means that the first release of iOS 27 outside Cupertino came on June 8, 2026.The pattern goes like this: Apple releases developer-only betas for the first month or so, and then starts releasing the same build for both developers and public beta testers. Based on historical precedent, we expect the third or fourth beta to be the first one to g…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 11:20pm -
  • newMac mini M6/M5 Pro: Everything we know so far
    MacworldApple is expected to launch an M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini, but ongoing supply shortages and high AI-driven demand have an effect of the release date.The next Mac mini is expected to focus heavily on AI and graphics performance, with improved chips, faster SSDs and higher baseline storage, while keeping the compact 5-by-5-inch design introduced in 2024.Prices may increase compared to the current generation after Apple discontinued the $599 base model, potentially meaning the…
    - 24 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 10:45pm -
  • newShould I buy an Apple Watch now or wait?
    MacworldApple updates the Apple Watch almost every year, usually at its September iPhone event, so timing your purchase can make a big difference. As of July 2026, the current lineup – the Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3 and SE 3 – has been on sale since September 2025, which means we’re approaching the point when Apple is expected to introduce new models.If you’re reading this during the summer, our advice is simple: unless you find an exceptional deal, wait until the new watc…
    - 24 hours ago 22 Jul 26, 10:28pm -
  • Massive Mac overhaul expected to begin this fall–here’s what’s coming
    MacworldWhile the world waits for new iPhones to land in just a couple of months, Apple is quietly preparing major changes to its lineup of Macs and MacBooks. According to a new Bloomberg report, Apple is prepping new versions of “every Mac it sells,” beginning this fall.The “wave of new computers” is expected to begin this fall with M6 updates to the 14-inch MacBook Pro (codenamed J804) and iMac (J833 and J834). It’s not clear whether the new iMac, which hasn’t had a desi…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 9:01pm -
  • Touchscreen MacBook Pro Rumours: Release date, OLED, specs and latest leaks
    MacworldThe touchscreen MacBook Pro has been the subject of speculation ever since Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman first reported in 2023 that Apple was exploring the idea. At the time, the claim seemed hard to believe given Apple’s long-standing opposition to touchscreen laptops. Three years later, however, the rumours are becoming increasingly difficult to dismiss.Multiple reports suggest Apple has overcome the technical and design challenges that previously stood in the way. If they’…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 8:58pm -
  • Mac Studio M5 (2026): Release date, rumors and the impact of RAM shortages
    MacworldThe Mac Studio, originally released in 2022, has become Apple’s premier desktop for professional users, effectively replacing the now-discontinued Mac Pro for the vast majority of workflows. Designed for high-end workloads, the Mac Studio has emerged as a popular choice for serious AI and machine learning tasks. This is largely due to its high unified memory capacity and specialised silicon architecture, which address one of the primary bottlenecks in AI workloads: memory ca…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 8:15pm -
  • Anker’s monster 250W charging hub hits its best price yet at 37% off
    MacworldAnker Prime 6-port chargerView DealIf your desk is buried under separate bricks for your laptop, phone, tablet, earbuds, and so on, then having a single unit to handle everything will clear up so much space and help you stay organized while still juggling all that gear. Today’s deal has you covered: Grab Anker’s fancy 6-port charging station for $95 at Amazon right now. That’s a solid $55 discount from its MSRP and the best…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 8:13pm -
  • iOS 27 code hints at strict penalties for missed Apple lease payments
    MacworldAccording to a Bloomberg report this week, Apple is about to change the way people buy its products. Mark Gurman reports that a new Apple Upgrade program is coming week that will allow people to lease Macs, iPhones, iPads, and other products rather than buying them outright.We don’t have much in the way of details about the new program, but some code references in the latest iOS 27 beta suggest Apple is developing a new system that will allow it to lock down certain features…
    - 1 day ago 22 Jul 26, 7:01pm -