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  • newApple Watch Series 11 GPS Models Available From $299.99 on Amazon
    Amazon this weekend has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $99 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 $299.99, down from $399.0…
    - 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:10pm -
  • newTop Stories: 'Apple Upgrade' Launches, iOS 26.6 Released, and More
    We're a little more than a month away from the September iPhone debut season, but there's still lots to talk about in the Apple universe, led this week by the launch of the new Apple Upgrade program in the United States.This week also saw the release of iOS 26.6 and other updates, fresh rumors about Apple's upcoming home hub and new Apple TV and HomePod mini models, and a MacRumors interview with Ed Zitron to discuss the state of the AI industry and where Apple may end up if it turns out t…
    - 8 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newiPad Air Could Finally Be Redesigned Next Year
    The iPad Air has looked the same since 2020, making it the longest-running design in Apple's tablet lineup. There is a reasonable case that 2027 could be when that comes to an end.Apple last gave the ‌iPad Air‌ a new enclosure in 2020, when the fourth-generation model introduced flat sides, an all-screen front, and Touch ID in the top button. The subsequent M1, M2, M3, and M4 updates were all internal with no design changes.That could change next year. Apple is expected to move the…
    - 20 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 6:30am -
  • How Apple Changed Under Tim Cook: 15 Years in Numbers
    Apple CEO Tim Cook participated in his final Apple earnings call yesterday, with incoming CEO John Ternus set to take over on September 1. With Cook's tenure coming to an end, we thought we'd take a look at how Apple has changed over the last 15 years.Cook took over as CEO on August 24, 2011, after Steve Jobs resigned.Apple's RevenueDuring yesterday's earnings call, Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan shared an interesting observation about Apple's quarterly earnings. When Cook took…
    - 1 day ago 1 Aug 26, 1:59am -
  • The MacRumors Show: Revisiting iOS 27 Ahead of iPhone 18 Pro
    After over a month of testing iOS 27, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show we circle back to the beta and talk through our experiences with Siri AI, Liquid Glass refinements, and more.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos‌iOS 27‌ is expected to launch this fall, bringing sweeping performance work across the system. Apple has cited more than 80 speed and efficiency improvements, with app launches up to 30 percent faster and AirDrop transfers up to 80…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 9:40pm -
  • Set a Custom EQ for Your AirPods in iOS 27
    Sony, Bose, and Sennheiser owners have been able to adjust the audio frequency spectrum of their headphones for years, whereas AirPods owners have had to make do with Apple's default tuning. That's no longer the case in iOS 27, which adds a three-band equalizer to the AirPods settings screen.It's worth noting that iOS has had an EQ setting for years – it's buried in Settings ➝ Apps ➝ Music, but it applies only to Apple Music playback, and works on any pair of headphones. In iOS 27, t…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 9:35pm -
  • iPhone 18e Rumored to Feature Increased RAM
    The lower-end iPhone 18e that Apple is expected to release by March 2027 will be equipped with 9GB of RAM, up from 8GB in the iPhone 17e, according to analyst Jeff Pu.9GB of RAM for the iPhone 18e was already rumored by another analyst Ming-Chi Kuo last month.Tags: iPhone 18e, Jeff PuThis article, "iPhone 18e Rumored to Feature Increased RAM" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 9:25pm -
  • iPhone Air 2 Expected to Launch Early Next Year With Five New Features
    Apple plans to release a second-generation iPhone Air in the first quarter of 2027, according to Jeff Pu, an investment analyst who covers Apple.In a research note with GF Securities today, Pu said the iPhone Air 2 will have the following five new features compared to the current model:The addition of a second 48-megapixel rear camera — an Ultra Wide lens to complement the existing Fusion lens. A slightly smaller Dynamic Island.A faster and more power-efficient A20 Pro chip manufact…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 8:55pm -
  • Best Back to School Apple Bargains: MacBook Pro, AirPods, Apple Watch, and AirTag 2
    Back to school deals kicked off this week, with Best Buy's annual sitewide event including some great discounts on Apple products like AirPods Max 2 and MacBook Pro. Below you'll also find a record low price on the AirTag 2 and big savings on Apple Watch Series 11.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Best Buy's Back to School SaleWhat's the de…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 7:40pm -
  • Shazam Updated With iMessage Stickers Inspired by Ariana Grande's New Album
    Apple today updated the Shazam app with stickers, starting with an exclusive collection inspired by Ariana Grande's new "petal" album.To send stickers in the Messages app, tap the plus sign in a conversation, select Stickers, tap on the Shazam app icon, and tap on a sticker. You can also send stickers in FaceTime and in other apps where the emoji keyboard is available.Make sure to update the Shazam app to version 26.14.1 to see the stickers.Tag: ShazamThis article, "Shazam Updated With…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 6:45pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro Models Could Be Up to $300 More Expensive, Says Analyst
    This year's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max could be $250-$300 more expensive than existing iPhone 17 Pro models due to higher silicon and memory costs, an analyst claimed today.According to an earnings note by Jeff Pu of GF Securities, higher 2nm silicon and DRAM/NAND costs could drive the price hikes, as Apple grapples with global component shortages owing to the AI infrastructure buildout.Currently, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max start at $1,099 and $1,199, respectively…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 5:57pm -
  • MacBook Ultra's New Design Won't Stay Exclusive for Long
    The touchscreen and the OLED panel have dominated discussion about Apple's next high-end laptop, but the redesign wrapped around them may prove to be an equally consequential change, largely because it is not expected to stay unique to the machine for long.Bloomberg's Mark Gurman last week laid out Apple's plan to refresh every Mac it sells over the next two years. In the report, he mentioned that the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro due in 2027, reportedly code-named K104, is said to resem…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 6:30am -
  • Apple Says App Store Changes and Mobile Gaming Softness Affected Services Revenue
    Softness in mobile gaming and Apple's changes to the App Store business model in some countries impacted the performance of the ‌App Store‌, Apple CFO Kevan Parekh said during today's earnings call.Apple's services revenue was $30.7 billion, a 12% increase over the $27.4 billion it earned in the year-ago quarter. Though the category saw growth, revenue came in under expectations, prompting analyst questions that led to Parekh's comments on the ‌App Store‌.We also had some factors…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 5:10am -
  • Apple Plans Paid iCloud+ Upgrades for Heavy AI Users
    Apple is planning to let users pay to increase their AI limits, with upgrade possibilities available through iCloud+.During today's earnings call for the third fiscal quarter of 2026, Apple CEO Tim Cook said it's early, but the company expects to offer options for people who want to make heavy use of AI services.In terms of what it means for compute cost, it's obviously early going for us, and so I don't want to say that we have a complete plan for that. We do believe there will be peopl…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 4:41am -
  • Tim Cook: Apple 'Reluctantly Raised Prices' Due to '100-Year Flood on Memory Pricing'
    Apple didn't want to raise its prices but was forced to do so because of exponential increases in memory costs, Apple CEO Tim Cook said today during the company's Q3 2026 earnings call. Apple increased prices for Macs and iPads in June because memory prices have surged.On the pricing front, you know, we reluctantly raised prices. I would say we did it because we're in what I would characterize as a 100-year flood on memory pricing with exponential increases in memory prices, so that was th…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 4:18am -
  • Tim Cook Thanks Shareholders on His Final Apple Earnings Call
    Apple CEO Tim Cook today confirmed that today's call was his last as CEO, with John Ternus set to become Apple's new CEO on September 1. Cook will transition to a new role as executive chairman when Ternus becomes CEO.I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all of you, from our shareholders, particularly our long-term shareholders who have put their trust in us for so many years, to the analysts who have followed our company so closely. As you know, this will be my final earning…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 3:56am -
  • Apple Warns of Growing Supply Constraints for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
    Apple is expecting supply constraints to have a much bigger impact on revenue during the September quarter, Apple CEO Tim Cook said today during Apple's earnings call for the third quarter of 2026.Supply constraints will impact the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Cook said Apple is seeing less flexibility in the supply chain than normal and an issue with the availability of the advanced nodes that Apple's chips are produced on.We continue to expect high levels of demand. However, with less flexib…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 3:32am -
  • Apple Reports 3Q 2026 Results: $29.8B Profit on $109.4B Revenue
    Apple today announced financial results for its third fiscal quarter of 2026, which corresponds to the second calendar quarter of the year.For the quarter, Apple posted revenue of $109.4 billion and net quarterly profit of $29.8 billion, or $2.02 per diluted share, compared to revenue of $94.0 billion and net quarterly profit of $23.4 billion, or $1.57 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter.Apple set new June quarter records for total revenue and earnings per share, as well as for…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 2:08am -
  • Fortnite Returns to iPhone in Brazil as Epic Games Store Launches
    Epic Games today said that the ‌Epic Games‌ Store can now be downloaded on iPhones in Brazil through the ‌Epic Games‌ website. In its announcement, ‌Epic Games‌ complained about the third-party store installation process, which requires nine steps and includes screens warning customers about downloading apps outside of the App Store.Apple is imposing a 9-step install flow for alternative app stores in Brazil. The additional screens were designed to deter users from downloading al…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 1:41am -
  • Senators Demand Apple Commit to Not Buying Chinese Memory Chips
    U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer has teamed up with several of his Senate colleagues to demand Apple commit to not purchasing chips from Chinese companies ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) or Yangtze Memory Technologies Co. (YMTC). [PDF]With memory shortages causing Apple to raise the prices of Macs and iPads, the company has been talking with CXMT and YMTC about a chip deal. The two companies are on the Defense Department's list of Chinese companies that are suspected to have ties to the Peop…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 12:59am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newUS Senators Press Apple to Drop Chinese Chip Plans
    Apple is facing renewed political scrutiny after several U.S. senators urged the company to abandon plans to source memory chips from Chinese manufacturers. The request comes as the global AI boom continues to strain chip supplies and drive up demand for critical components. According to the report, Apple has explored using Chinese-made memory chips for […]The post US Senators Press Apple to Drop Chinese Chip Plans appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 hour ago 2 Aug 26, 1:00am -
  • newiPhone Sales Surge in China Despite Smartphone Market Decline
    Apple is showing renewed strength in one of its most important markets. New figures indicate that iPhone sales in China increased even as the country’s overall smartphone market experienced a decline. The latest data suggests Apple is reversing a trend that had weighed on its performance in recent years. According to figures from the China […]The post iPhone Sales Surge in China Despite Smartphone Market Decline appeared first on TUAW.
    - 10 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 4:19pm -
  • Apple Extends Security Updates for Older Macs
    Apple has released fresh software updates for Macs running macOS Sequoia and macOS Sonoma. The new releases focus on security, stability, performance, and compatibility rather than adding new features. As a result, users who have not upgraded to macOS Tahoe can continue receiving important software support. The updates are available through Software Update on supported […]The post Apple Extends Security Updates for Older Macs appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 5:37pm -
  • macOS 26.6 Improves Stability Ahead of macOS 27
    Apple has officially released macOS 26.6 to the public. While the update does not introduce major new features, it focuses on improving stability, performance, and security across supported Mac computers. The release follows five developer beta versions and a release candidate before becoming widely available. At the same time, Apple also issued updates for older […]The post macOS 26.6 Improves Stability Ahead of macOS 27 appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 3:37pm -
  • watchOS 26.6 Focuses on Stability and Performance
    Apple has rolled out watchOS 26.6 for supported Apple Watch models. Although the update introduces no major new features, it delivers important improvements that help devices run more smoothly. The latest release continues Apple’s strategy of refining its software before the next major operating system arrives. According to the release information, watchOS 26.6 is build […]The post watchOS 26.6 Focuses on Stability and Performance appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 3:18pm -
  • visionOS 26.6 Prepares Apple Vision Pro for Siri AI
    Apple has released visionOS 26.6 for Apple Vision Pro. Although the update introduces no major user-facing features, it includes important bug fixes, security patches, and performance improvements. More importantly, it appears to prepare the headset for the arrival of Siri AI in a future software release. As Apple focuses on visionOS 27, the current update […]The post visionOS 26.6 Prepares Apple Vision Pro for Siri AI appeared first on TUAW.
    - 4 days ago 29 Jul 26, 5:29am -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newI’m not convinced the 20th anniversary iPhone will be what we think, here’s why
    Next year, the iPhone will be turning 20 – and Apple is heavily rumored to be working on a radical new design to celebrate. Many have expected this to come in the form of iPhone 19 Pro (more likely to be called iPhone 20 to align with the anniversary), but I think there’s one solid reason that it may not be delivered in that form.
    - 3 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:31pm -
  • newMac Studio: Here’s what Apple has in store for this fall and beyond
    Later this fall, Apple will be updating the Mac Studio for the first time since early 2025. That may be just over a year ago, but it’s significant for one main reason: the highest end Mac Studio is still M3 based, as Apple never made an Ultra version of the M4 chipset. Here’s what to expect with the next generation Mac Studio, as well as in the future.
    - 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:48pm -
  • newiOS 27 breaks 15 years of muscle memory on iPhone and iPad
    Since iOS 5 in 2011, the iPhone and iPad have included Notification Center, a central place to find alerts from various apps in chronological order.Starting with iOS 27, Apple is making a major change to how users open Notification Center on iPhone and iPad.iOS 27 is currently in beta, and the behavior has changed slightly between the first two releases. However, the four developer beta and second public beta show this change will ship this fall.
    - 8 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newApple weekend deals: AirPods Pro 3, Apple Studio Display $540 off, M5 MacBook Air $240 off, AirTag 2, more
    Your weekend edition of 9to5Toys Lunch Break is here with ongoing deals on AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Max 2 at $100 off, AirTag 2, and a bunch more. This weekend we are highlighting some banger deals on the official Apple refurb store, from up to $540 off Apple Studio displays, to the lowest prices around on M5 MacBook Air and M5 MacBook Pro at $300 off. Those offers sit alongside Apple Watch Series 11 at $100 off and some notable official Apple accessories discounts from under $8. Scope it all…
    - 9 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 5:35pm -
  • 9to5Mac Overtime 075: Thoughts on Apple Upgrade
    Fernando and Jeff discuss Apple Upgrade in depth, including Apple’s motivation, the major players involved, how it may affect the used and refurbished market, and how it might open up the company’s upcoming foldable iPhone to a much wider audience.Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden Password Manager, featuring an Apple Watch authenticator integration, secure autofill on Safari and iOS apps, and enterprise-grade security tools that help you manage credentials with confidence.9to5…
    - 1 day ago 1 Aug 26, 2:07am -
  • Apple TV drops full San Diego Comic-Con panels for Silo, Dark Matter, Widow’s Bay, more
    Apple TV’s YouTube channel has shared the full panels for Matchbox The Movie, Widow’s Bay, Dark Matter, Mayday, and Silo, from its first-ever Hall H takeover at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Watch them below.
    - 1 day ago 1 Aug 26, 1:34am -
  • Report: Apple hit a record 49% share of global smartphone revenue for Q2
    According to Counterpoint Research, Apple captured nearly half of global smartphone revenue during the second quarter, despite a market-wide decline in shipments. Here are the details.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 11:49pm -
  • iPhone 17 Pro found ‘pristine’ after surviving fall from airplane
    When iPhone 17 Pro launched, Apple touted the device’s improved durability. One user just put that claim to the test—unintentionally—and came away shocked after her iPhone 17 Pro survived an airplane fall unscathed.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 11:34pm -
  • Following Apple’s Q4 2026 guidance, JP Morgan cuts its target for the company’s stock [U]
    A few weeks ago, JP Morgan set a $345 price target for Apple’s stock through December 2027. Following yesterday’s quarterly results, the investment bank has slightly lowered its outlook. Here are the details.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 11:00pm -
  • Ted Lasso returns next week with two major changes in season 4
    Ted Lasso is almost back (watch on Apple TV), with season 4 premiering this Tuesday, August 4 at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT. Here are two major changes to expect from the new season of Ted Lasso.
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 10:45pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newAngela Nissel faces down grief with a laugh
    Angela Nissel's latest book, Good Grief, Pass the Bread, Mom Is Dead, is my kind of memoir. Sure, it's a deeply emotional tale about caring for a terminally ill parent. But it's delivered with the sort of gallows humor that I often turn to to get me through tough times. Of course, that sort of […]
    - 44 mins ago 2 Aug 26, 1:45am -
  • newIs this Billboard Hot 100 hit AI slop?
    Fenix Flexin is best known as a member of Shoreline Mafia, a rap duo from Los Angeles. But he's recently found solo success with the track "Rubberz," which has climbed to number 58 on the Billboard Hot 100. Almost immediately, though, questions were raised about the song's origins, with many speculating that it was largely, […]
    - 3 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 11:50pm -
  • newSpider-Man: Brand New Day leak racks up millions of views
    A bootleg of Spider-Man: Brand New Day was up on X for over seven hours before eventually being pulled. During that time, it reached over 5.9 million accounts and accumulated over 143,000 likes. Other accounts have reposted the leaked film, but none have lasted particularly long, as Disney now seems to be on top of […]
    - 4 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 10:30pm -
  • newTrump blames Tim Walz for water hacks even though it’s probably Iran
    The FBI, the EPA, and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have stopped short of officially blaming Iran for a spate of cyberattacks on Minnesota's water systems, but consensus is that Iran is likely behind them. That, of course, hasn't stopped Donald Trump from sharing his own theory - that Governor Tim Walz is […]
    - 6 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 8:53pm -
  • newThe Verge’s 2026 back-to-school shopping guide
    Knowing exactly what your student needs for the school year ahead is next to impossible. Sure, you'll probably nail the essentials, but there will likely be a few items you forgot to buy, or didn't think they'd need to have. We're pulling our weight during the back-to-school season with a new shopping guide that's a […]
    - 7 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:30pm -
  • newYou could be taking way better photos on your phone
    Your smartphone photos can look way better. If you're willing to put in a little extra work, use third party apps and spend a bit of time editing, it's possible to take photos that - under the right circumstances - can rival dedicated digital cameras. I post a lot of smartphone photos online, and "How […]
    - 7 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 7:00pm -
  • newThe Mermaid Mask is a perfect vacation murder mystery
    The Mermaid Mask, the next point-and-click game from Tangle Tower developer SFB Games, has everything you could ask for in a great murder mystery. It starts with a compelling setup: The captain of a submarine is found dead in a locked room, his body next to a mysterious cauldron with blood trickling across the floor. […]
    - 8 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newThe OG reading app just got a big update
    Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 138, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy August, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about microwave sounds and Meta glasses and Alex vs. Alix, testing the […]
    - 9 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 5:30pm -
  • newWith Switch 2, iPhone, and laptop tricks, the Sharge Disk Pro 2 is finally a worthy EDC
    Sharge, the company that makes delightful retro Mac-shaped chargers and see-inside batteries, is finally impressing me with a portable SSD. I couldn't recommend the Sharge Disk, Disk Plus, or even the Disk Pro, but I'd be happy to own the new Disk Pro 2 Ultra. This isn't just a drive. It's a 4K HDMI dock […]
    - 23 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 3:39am -
  • Apple’s new AirTags are back down to their best price
    We spotted a great deal on Tile trackers earlier this week that’s still live, but if you’re an iPhone owner, we ultimately recommend Apple’s latest AirTag. Right now, you can pick up a four-pack for $89 ($10 off) at Amazon and Target, matching the bundle’s all-time low price. If you’re a member, Costco also has […]
    - 1 day ago 1 Aug 26, 1:05am -

Apple Insider

  • newAnother iPhone 17 Pro plummets from plane, and found intact
    A Canadian artist dropped her iPhone 17 Pro from a plane at 3,600 feet, then found it sitting face-up and virtually untouched in a canola field. Here's why this is more common than you'd think.iPhone 17 Pro survives 3,600-foot fall from a planeHeather Cline, a mixed-media artist from Saskatchewan, Canada, routinely takes to the skies with her husband, David, in their small plane. The goal is to gain inspiration for her artwork, which often depicts the Canadian landscape from aerial perspectives.…
    - 9 hours ago 1 Aug 26, 5:12pm -
  • Nearly half of smartphone revenue goes to Apple despite 23% shipment share
    Apple captured 49% of global smartphone revenue in the second quarter despite accounting for only 23% of shipments, showing how much more money the iPhone generates per device than competing smartphones.iPhone 17 ProThe company's iPhone revenue climbed 22% year over year in the second quarter, the fastest increase among the five largest brands, according to preliminary data from Counterpoint Research. Its share of global smartphone revenue reached a second-quarter record of 49%, up from 44% a ye…
    - 1 day ago 1 Aug 26, 1:21am -
  • Inside Beats lab: Outside Apple, because AirPods can't do everything well
    Apple has spent 12 years strengthening Beats without folding it into AirPods, preserving a separate brand that can reach Android users, compete at lower prices, and sell products that wouldn't fit under Apple's own name. Here's what it looks like inside the Beats lab.Beats headphonesThe strategy emerged from a rare look inside Beats' Culver City operations. Executives described how the company combines its original design and marketing culture with Apple's engineering resources.Apple completed i…
    - 1 day ago 1 Aug 26, 12:06am -
  • Unimpressed Goldman Sachs trims AAPL target by $10 after earnings call
    Despite raising its Apple price target just days before earnings, investment bank Goldman Sachs has recalibrated its forecasts and while still mostly positive, has now pulled the target back down to $360.Analysts believe Apple will do well in the Q3 results. That possibly premature rise before the report saw Goldman Sachs take its price target from $340 to $370. So its new value of $360 is still up on what it had been since May 2026, and the company's analysts believe that Apple is taking the ri…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 10:46pm -
  • 2027 iPhone 18 rumors: Smaller Dynamic Island, 12GB or 9GB RAM, 2nm A20 chip
    Apple's base model iPhone 18 is probably not going to arrive until spring 2027, but the rumor mill already has a lot to say about the device. Here's what you need to know.The iPhone 18 is set to debut in the spring of 2027.September marks the arrival of new-and-improved iPhone models, from the standard variant to the high-end Pro and Pro Max. Though the premium models always get the latest features, even the base model gets some well deserved attention now and then.With the iPhone 17 range, the…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 10:23pm -
  • Services slowdown pushes Morgan Stanley's AAPL target down to $360
    Morgan Stanley has pared its Apple price target from $364 to $360 after slowing Services growth and higher memory costs weakened its earnings outlook, despite strong demand for the company's products.John Ternus and Tim CookThe investment bank kept its Overweight rating on Apple, but analyst Erik Woodring said two of the three factors that usually support the stock are under pressure. Morgan Stanley identified those factors as the iPhone, Services, and gross margins.The iPhone remains the strong…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 10:18pm -
  • First Apple Silicon-native CrossOver build in testing as Rosetta's end nears
    The writing is on the wall, so CodeWeavers is removing its reliance on Rosetta 2. A very early test version of Apple Silicon-native Crossover is now available for testing.CrossOver is finally ready for Apple SiliconCross-platform app compatibility tool CrossOver was designed to work on Intel Macs and could only work on newer M-series models thanks to Apple's Rosetta 2 translation layer. Apple put developers on notice in June 2025, warning them that they would need to build apps designed without…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 9:14pm -
  • Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini is back in stock & $30 off, but supply is limited
    A top seller that's priced at a 30-day low, Amazon's M4 Pro Mac mini deal is both on sale and available to ship in 1-2 days.Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini is available at Amazon a month before Apple itself.With increased demand for headless machines to run AI agents, Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini has been sold out for much of the year. But Amazon has the M4 Pro configuration with 24GB of memory and 512GB of storage back in stock, and it's $30 off, bringing the price down to $1,569.99.Buy M4 Pro Mac mini for…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 8:28pm -
  • iPhone leasing, the new China problem, & Apple's future on the AppleInsider Podcast
    The Apple Upgrade program has been revealed, so it's time to discuss what leasing your Apple products actually means. Plus, your hosts discuss Apple's plan to combat the chip shortage on the AppleInsider Podcast.Apple Glasses face a privacy problemApple Upgrade is no longer a rumor and the details match up with what was expected. While Apple won't be remotely locking iPhones when people miss payments, the lease terms are straightforward about where fees might appear.AI-driven RAM shortages have…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 8:12pm -
  • Huge $300 iPhone 18 Pro price hike rumored as chip shortage bites
    Following price hikes across the rest of Apple's product lineup, one analyst believes that the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro could be hit with a massive $300 increase, a bump that might not be out of the question considering other recent price changes.The iPhone 18 Pro might be a hard sell for Apple.Apple increased the price of its Macs, iPads, and other products in June 2025 as a result of increasing RAM and storage costs. Some Mac models saw four-digit price hikes, although the iPhone lineup was left…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 7:08pm -
  • Rosenblatt hikes AAPL to $300 on expected iPhone 18 demand, still underwater
    Securities firm Rosenblatt is still bearish on Apple's future, seeing short term supply problems as well as difficulties matching the iPhone 17 range's success. Just the same, it has raised its price target to a still-underwater $300.iPhone 17 Pro was such a hit that Apple may have difficulty matching itFollowing Apple's latest earnings call, the company's shares took their usual inexplicable dip, but investment and securities firms are looking further ahead. Rosenblatt, which remains amongst th…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 5:48pm -
  • From iTools to iCloud: Apple's first foray into Software as a Service
    Before iCloud became the backbone of the Apple ecosystem, it spent more than a decade evolving through three distinct services: iTools, .Mac, and MobileMe.iTools, as part of Mac OS 9 | Image Credit: Matt J FullerIf you've got an iPhone, you've got an iCloud account. Sure, you might only have the base account, but you're still signed up for it.And for most of us, we probably actively engage with iCloud to some degree. After all, iCloud is what Apple uses to store your Messages, Photos, Notes, Con…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 4:09pm -
  • JP Morgan lowers Apple price target on supply constraint worries, still bullish long-term
    While price increases didn't worry the investors at JP Morgan, ongoing supply chain constraints will have a short-term impact, and thus their new price target is $340.Apple's record-breaking quarter wasn't enough to keep investors from worryingIt's been a bumpy few months for Apple thanks to RAM shortages, price increases, and supply constraints. Investors expect that these problems will continue through December even if Apple finds ways to counteract their effects.In a note seen by AppleInsider…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 9:12am -
  • Apple AI compute costs will be covered by iCloud+ subscriptions, for now
    Monetizing AI is a tricky business and it seems Apple's only plans so far are tying daily usage limits to users' iCloud+ subscription tier, but whether or not that'll be enough isn't yet known.Siri AI could get costly for AppleApple may be prioritizing on-device AI, but the requests that need to go to Private Cloud Compute servers still cost money. Those costs will be offset by offering increased daily usage limits for higher iCloud+ tiers, but that may only be the start of Apple's AI monetizati…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 7:27am -
  • High iPhone demand won't be met by supply during September quarter
    As it has been almost all of 2026, Apple's September-quarter growth is expected to be slowed by a lack of supply-side availability that won't be able to meet "incredibly strong demand" for iPhone, iPad, and Mac products.Supply chain constraints will impact revenue in spite of high demandIf you're going to have a problem in this world, it isn't so bad to have an Apple problem. In spite of its $109 billion record breaking June quarter, analysts are already sweating about the September quarter.Appl…
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  • Ternus's MacBook Neo pushes Mac sales to unexpected Q3 heights
    Apple's Mac sales rose by more than 25% in the last quarter, compared to the same time period in 2025, solely on the back of the MacBook Neo that incoming CEO John Ternus championed.MacBook Neo: The Mac laptop for most peopleShortly before John Ternus was announced as Apple's next CEO, it was noticeable that he was the one championing the MacBook Neo instead of Tim Cook. As well as part of handing over the reigns, though, this was because the MacBook Neo project was driven by Ternus.Now accordin…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 3:12am -
  • Tim Cook says goodbye to analysts & shareholders on his final Apple earnings call
    Outgoing Apple CEO Tim Cook has presented his final earnings call, the quarterly financial phone meeting the company has with analysts, and just as at WWDC, he made a relatively quiet farewell.Apple CEO Tim Cook had already presented his final WWDC, now it's his time for him to bow out of the quarterly earnings calls - image credit: AppleIn a change to the usual format of these earnings calls, Cook took a moment to talk both about himself and how the handover to John Ternus is going.Before we ge…
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  • Apple hits 1.5 billion subscription milestone, still falls short of Wall Street wants
    Apple has reached 1.5 billion paid subscriptions across its platform, adding another milestone to an Apple Services business that generated record June-quarter revenue of more than $30 billion.Apple appsCEO Tim Cook disclosed the milestone during Apple's fiscal third-quarter earnings report. Apple didn't provide a breakdown showing how many subscriptions belong to its own services or third-party apps sold through the App Store.The figure represents paid subscriptions rather than 1.5 billion indi…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 3:02am -
  • Apple blows away Wall Street guess-work again with record-breaking earnings
    Apple has reported its third-quarter financials for 2026, posting revenue of $109.4 billion, in what is the last full quarter under the control of current CEO Tim Cook.Current Apple CEO Tim Cook [left], CFO Kevan Parekh [right]The third quarter of Apple's financial calendar is usually the quietest of the year. For 2026, it's still something for Apple's investors to shout about.During the quarter, Apple hit revenue of $109.4 billion, which is up 16 percent year-over-year. Continue Reading on App…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 2:58am -
  • Tariff refunds bolster Apple's record-breaking June quarter
    Apple's gross margins and earnings per share were boosted by the tariff refunds the company received so far. Another $1 billion in tariff refunds are still unaccounted for.Tariff refunds helped boost Apple's June quarterEven as new potentially illegal tariffs affect Apple's supply chain, the company has received refunds for some of the damages done by the previous illegal ones. Apple's record-breaking quarter didn't need the help of the tariff refunds, but it does add some extra flair to the alr…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 2:35am -
  • A $0.27 dividend follows Apple's strongest June quarter yet
    Apple will pay shareholders a quarterly cash dividend of $0.27 per share on August 13, maintaining the rate it introduced earlier in 2026 after reporting its strongest June quarter on record.Apple ParkThe dividend will go to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 10. Apple's board approved the payment alongside the company's fiscal third-quarter earnings results.The board raised Apple's dividend by 4% from $0.26 to $0.27 per share in April. The latest declaration keeps that hi…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 2:30am -
  • Apple pledges on-ground wildfire relief for Europe, earthquakes in Japan
    Apple is backing relief efforts in both Japan and Europe, with donations announced by CEO Tim Cook.Apple donates to European wildfire reliefNorth America isn't the only region struggling to combat the growing problem of wildfires; it's an ongoing problem in Europe as well. According to the Joint Research Centre, more than 434,976 hectares have been burnt in 1,400 fire instances in 2026 alone.Recent fires in southwestern France have burned so intensely that they created a fire-generated thunderst…
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  • G4 meets M4: This project fuses an iconic iMac with a Mac mini
    The iMac G4 is instantly recognizable, but it's even better when you swap out its aged internals for a full-on Mac mini powered by Apple's M4 chip to create the perfect mix of iconic design and top-tier performance.This M4 iMac isn't like the ones Apple sells today. Image: moddingdome.comThe iMac G4 has been around since 2002, and it's just as stunning today as it was almost a quarter of a century ago. But its IBM PowerPC chip leaves a lot to be desired at a time when Apple Silicon has changed t…
    - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 10:51pm -
  • Amazon launches $399 Samsung 32" M80F monitor deal, now $300 off
    Save $300 on Samsung's 32-inch M80F smart monitor at Amazon today, matching the all-time low price of $399.99.Amazon's limited-time monitor deal drives M80F down to $399.99 - Image credit: SamsungYou can pick up the Samsung M80F Smart Monitor for $399.99 at Amazon thanks to a $300 month-end discount.Buy 32" Samsung M80F for $399.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 9:35pm -
  • It's not just humanoid robots, new robot vacuums face a US blockade
    A new Federal Communications Commission order goes far, far beyond banning just humanoid robots, and will leave Apple Home users with fewer new autonomous robot vacuums to choose from.A robot vacuum in Apple HomeThe FCC added foreign-produced "advanced robotic devices" to its Covered List on July 28, citing surveillance, remote-control and supply-chain risks. Covered devices can't receive new FCC equipment authorizations unless the Department of War grants a Conditional Approval.The ban goes way…
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  • How to change your Home address in Maps on iPhone
    Changing your home's address on Apple Maps can be almost as stressful as moving home in real life, but there's one sure-fire way to get the job done without pulling your hair out.Remember to update your home address whenever you move house.The Apple Maps app is a great way to get around, whether you're using it while driving via CarPlay or just walking. It also makes it easy to quickly get directions to the places that you visit often, like your home or where you work.But if you've moved home an…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jul 26, 8:34am -
  • US senators urge Apple to abandon plans for Chinese-made chips
    Apple wants to use China-sourced chips for products sold in China during the AI-driven memory shortage, but a letter from US senators hopes to persuade Apple otherwise.US senators don't want Apple seeking help from ChinaThe hype cycle around what is basically a natural evolution of an advanced autocomplete engine has destabilized the global economy and supply chain. The ever-increasing demand for more components to build data centers has led to a global chip and component shortage.Apple has look…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jul 26, 7:48am -
  • Apple's reliance on Qualcomm could decline faster than expected after Q4 2026
    The 2026 iPhone lineup could divest further from Qualcomm as Apple increases use of its in-house C-series modem, though Qualcomm blames supply constraints on a faster-than-expected transition.iPhone 17e uses an Apple C-series modemQualcomm and Apple's relationship has been in question since Apple's release of an in-house C-series modem. While a contract between the companies is set to end in March 2027, Qualcomm is looking to use AI data centers to replace the revenue provided by Apple.According…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jul 26, 5:01am -
  • Amazon slashes AirPods Max 2 to $449 with a month-end $100 discount
    We covered Amazon's $99 AirPods 4 deal yesterday, and today AirPods Max 2 are $100 off, bringing the over-ear headphones down to $449.Save $100 on AirPods Max 2 with Amazon's month-end sale.AirPods Max 2, which were released in 2026, are $100 off at Amazon today, with all five color options eligible for the triple-digit markdown at press time.Buy AirPods Max 2 for $449 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 11:36pm -
  • UK is asking for 'highly intrusive' controls over App Store, says Apple
    Apple has told UK regulators that the plans to adopt more EU-like measures over the App Store are too restrictive, go beyond promoting competition, and amount to illegal regulation of service pricing.UK Parliament - image credit: ParliamentThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering emulating the European Union, including forcing Apple and Google to open their App Stores to rivals. As the regulator's open consultation with interested parties concludes, Reuters reports how App…
    - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 10:48pm -
  • AI leaves the chat window behind with Gemini's new Mac voice mode
    Google is bringing voice-first AI assistance to the Mac, letting Gemini turn spoken requests into finished text without pulling users out of the app they're already using.Macs could finally get a Gemini appGemini's default intelligent dictation mode transcribes speech at the cursor and automatically removes verbal fillers such as "ums" and "ahs." Google said the feature produces polished text directly where the user is already working.Users can also enable screen-aware reasoning, which lets Gemi…
    - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 8:40pm -
  • Apple's corporate espionage suit against OpenAI: How we got here
    Since its founding, Sam Altman's OpenAI has been at the center of multiple controversies, with Apple's intellectual property theft suit being just the latest chapter. Here's the story so far about what's been alleged over the last decade.Sam Altman of OpenAIThe artificial intelligence development wave has greatly affected the tech industry. As usual, this also includes accusations, threats, and lawsuits.OpenAI is no different, as it has attracted many different lawsuits in its short existence. A…
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  • iPhone sales keep rising in China even as market declines
    New figures from China show that the overall smartphone market has declined, yet sales for foreign models like the iPhone have soared.Apple is seeing increased iPhone sales again in ChinaAhead of the next Apple earnings call on July 30, 2026, there is a report that iPhone sales have again gone up in the crucial Chinese market. According to Reuters, the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) has released certain figures for June smartphone sales.There is very little de…
    - 3 days ago 29 Jul 26, 5:33pm -
  • Twelve South Valet mini review: A luxe MagSafe catch-all with new, faster speeds
    Twelve South updated its luxe Valet MagSafe charger and catch-all with better performance and a new size, helping it fit into even more homes.Twelve South Valet 4.25-inch review: The tray is a wonderful catch-all for a few EDC itemsThe Valet is a clever device, and something I'm surprised we don't see more of in the space. It combines a MagSafe charger with a leather-lined tray to hold your daily essentials.When I reviewed the original Twelve South Valet, I had one primary criticism. While the d…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jul 26, 5:29am -
  • No major reset is coming as John Ternus prepares to take over Apple
    Apple is presenting John Ternus as the steady continuation of Tim Cook's leadership, with the incoming CEO praising the company's momentum while declining to reveal how he intends to reshape it.John TernusCook and Ternus appeared together July 27 at the Los Angeles premiere of the Apple TV series Ted Lasso, giving Apple an unusually public setting to present its approaching leadership handoff.The event was Cook's final Apple TV premiere as CEO and Ternus' first since Apple named him as Cook's su…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jul 26, 1:21am -
  • There's still time to grab AirPods 4 for $99, AirPods Pro 3 for $199 at Amazon
    Month-end Apple deals are in full effect at Amazon, with AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max 2 discounted by up to $100.Grab AirPods for as low as $99 at Amazon today - Image credit: AppleThose looking for the lowest AirPods price this week can take advantage of Amazon's $99 special on AirPods 4, reflecting a $30 price cut off MSRP.Buy AirPods 4 for $99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 4 days ago 29 Jul 26, 12:30am -
  • Got a lot of Apple hardware? Here's how an Apple Ring can bind them all
    Apple has had countless patents granted over the smart ring technology it still won't tell anyone about, but a new one shows just how an Apple Ring might control all of your devices.Render of a possible Apple Ring - image credit: AppleInsiderYes, an Apple Ring would surely be a health monitor, and yes, it would likely dominate the fitness market, but it won't break up marriages. It's also surely coming some day, sorry Oura, but until now the focus has been on what it will do, not necessarily wha…
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  • Ahead of earnings, Goldman Sachs hikes AAPL target to $370
    Goldman Sachs has increased its AAPL price target to $370, with the firm expecting good third-quarter results, and a faithful audience keeping purchase volumes up even after hardware price increases.Analysts believe Apple will do well in the Q3 results. Ahead of Apple's quarterly financial results release and call with analysts on Thursday, Goldman Sachs has raised its bar for Apple to reach.In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider, issued on July 27, Goldman Sachs has increased the price tar…
    - 4 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:55pm -
  • Amazon slashes $500 off 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 2TB SSD
    Amazon's $500 discount on Apple's latest 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 2TB of storage brings the laptop down to $2,499.Save $500 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with 2TB SSD - Image credit: AppleThe $500 price cut is available on both of Apple's color options, with the upgraded laptop discounted to $2,499. This configuration has Apple's M5 Pro chip with a 15-core CPU and 16-core GPU, as well as 24GB of unified memory. The standout spec is the 2TB SSD, providing extra storage space for fi…
    - 4 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:30pm -
  • Apple Upgrade: What you're going to pay per month for iPhone, Mac, or iPad
    The Apple Upgrade program is here, giving consumers ways to lease even more products. Here's how much you'll pay to lease your hardware, and what happens when the lease term has ended.Apple Upgrade lets you lease an iPhone 17, as well as other hardware. On July 28, Apple launched the Apple Upgrade program to replace the iPhone Upgrade Program. One that also enables consumers to buy more than just iPhones.Under the new program, consumers can elect to lease a Mac, an iPad, or an Apple Watch, as we…
    - 4 days ago 28 Jul 26, 9:15pm -
  • Your iPhone could stop you getting into the wrong Uber ever again
    A newly-granted Apple patent proposes using iPhone AR to identify an oncoming vehicle, to be certain that it's the ride you booked.Detail from the patent showing how an iPhone screen could help you find the right car - image credit: Apple.Maybe it's more common for people to deliberately push their way into a waiting car they know isn't theirs, but it can also happen by accident. That's perhaps especially true when you are at a crowded event and everybody in sight has also booked a ride.To solve…
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  • Apple's smart home hardware refresh draws closer with Siri AI smarts
    Apple is going to make a bigger play for the smart home using Siri AI, with updates to the HomePod mini, a new Apple TV, and the rumored Home Hub arriving between October and early 2027.An early artist's impression of a HomePod with a screenApple has long been rumored to be working on a swathe of new smart home hardware, with Siri AI at the heart of the company's renewed home push. As Siri AI becomes a bigger figure in its main operating systems, including iOS 27, Apple is ready to capitalize on…
    - 4 days ago 28 Jul 26, 8:10pm -
  • Back to Richmond in season 4, 'Ted Lasso' changes the playbook
    Apple's first full "Ted Lasso" season 4 trailer brings Jason Sudeikis back to Richmond with a new team and a clear reason to reopen the show's story.Early image of the new season - image credit: Apple TVThe trailer reveals little about how Ted leaves Kansas or what brings him back to AFC Richmond. Instead, Apple focuses on the returning cast, familiar locations, and the optimistic tone that helped turn Ted Lasso into one of Apple TV's defining shows.Sudeikis returns alongside Hannah Waddingham a…
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  • Strong iPhone demand turns Apple's rebound into a $5 trillion run
    At the start of trading on Tuesday, Apple touched $5 trillion in valuation, extending a historic run built on record iPhone revenue, a rebound in China, and continued growth from Services.$AAPL reached a new highThe milestone comes after Apple first closed above $4 trillion on October 13, 2025. Apple added another $1 trillion in market value in less than a year.The company was already worth about $4.88 trillion when its shares closed at $333.74 on July 17, 2026. The closing price allowed Apple t…
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  • Beyond Preview: How UPDF brings PDF editing, conversion, OCR, and AI to Mac and iPad
    While Preview can do a lot to a PDF, sometimes you need more. UPDF can help with more advanced PDF capabilities, as a cheaper alternative to Adobe Acrobat.UPDF 2.5 is a cost-effective alternative to Adobe Acrobat - Image credit: UPDFPreview is a frequently used tool for Mac users, providing a quick and lightweight way to look at documents. It's also got editing capabilities, so you can mark up or add signatures to forms without much effort. Continue Reading on AppleInsider
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  • B&H launches steeper M5 MacBook Air discounts, saving you up to $200
    Both 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air laptops are on sale at B&H this week, with new markdowns slashing up to $200 off a variety of configurations and color options.Save up to $200 on Apple's latest MacBook Air at B&H - Image credit: AppleEach of the triple-digit MacBook Air discounts highlighted below also includes free 2-day shipping within the contiguous U.S. so you can begin using your new laptop right away.Save up to $200 on M5 MacBook Airs Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our F…
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  • Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K review: mechanical keyboard performance multiplier
    There seems to be no ceiling for mechanical keyboards and the Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K is proof. It features an all metal build, wireless options, ZMK, 8KHz polling, and layer after layer of foam.Keychron Q1 Ultra 8K reviewKeychron continues to pump out new keyboards at a breakneck pace. The Q1 Ultra 8K is the latest model to sit at the top of Keychron's lineup, replacing the Max.I've reviewed a lot of Keychron's keyboards, and with the exception of the unique Q3 Pro SE, I believe the Q1 series is m…
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  • Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: Fast, portable, & smart
    The Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station is a fantastic portable charger that is MagSafe-compatible, delivering up to 25W of power to your iPhone, while simultaneously charging your AirPods and Apple Watch.Anker Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: The perfect travel accessoryWith the launch of Qi2.2, we've started to see a trickle of chargers that have embraced the latest standard. Anker, which already launched a highly-praised Qi2.2 desktop charger, is now out with a foldable…
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  • How to prepare a tech emergency kit before the next blackout hits
    Long outages catch people off guard, but a few smart tools make it easier to stay charged, informed, and reachable while you wait for the power to return.Maintaining a tech emergency kit is crucialYou know how it goes — power outages are becoming more frequent and lasting longer. These days, our smartphones are our lifeline, not those old landlines on the wall.When you think of an emergency kit, you probably picture food, water, and first aid supplies. But let's not forget about those little t…
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  • How to change what the iPhone 17 Camera Control button does
    Unless you've gone looking in System Settings, you may not be aware that the Camera Control button on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 can be set to do other functions besides set up and take a picture. Here's how to change it.The Camera Control button is currently unique to the iPhone 16 and 17 lineups.By default, pressing the Camera Control button launches the Camera app on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 models. Once open, pressing the button again will take a picture, or pressing and holding will sho…
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MacWorld

  • newI’m a die-hard Apple user. Here’s the travel tech I refuse to leave at home
    MacworldOne of the things I enjoy doing most with my family is traveling. Annually, we go on two or three domestic trips (at least one of them to Hawaii to visit relatives). We try to go on an international trip every 18 months or so. Our most recent trip abroad was to South Africa in 2024, and we’re heading to Iceland this August. Then there are weekends away a few times a year.Every great trip requires planning, whether it’s an overnight stay an hour away from home or a grand va…
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  • newJourney Nova 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review: Simply gorgeous
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsStyle magazine looksCharges iPhone, Watch, AirPods15W Qi2 iPhone chargingFast charge Apple WatchGuiding lightNow in white and blackOur Verdict If you value your home décor and don’t want an out-of-place ugly charger sitting by your bed or on your minimalist desk, the Journey Nova offers style-magazine looks alongside the fastest wireless charging speeds.Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated…
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  • newFinally, a PDF editor that doesn’t charge you every month — AcePDF is a one-time $24
    MacworldTL;DR: Stop paying monthly just to edit a PDF. AcePDF Converter & Editor gives you lifetime access to conversion, editing, OCR, form creation, and document management tools for just $23.97 through August 2 (MSRP $99.99).PDFs have a special talent for becoming uncooperative the second you need to change something. Suddenly you’re converting files, taking screenshots, or signing up for yet another subscription just to move a paragraph. AcePDF Converter & Editor fixes that…
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  • Apple hints at higher iCloud+ storage tiers for AI power users
    MacworldApple doesn’t make formal product announcements or discuss future product plans during its quarterly financial results announcements. But every once in a while, it shares some details that offer a peek at what’s coming.During Thursday’s Q3 2026 financial call, Apple indicated the higher iCloud+ tiers could be on the way. While it has already said it will offer some kind of iCloud+ tie-in to accommodate heavy AI usage, when Goldman Sachs’ Michael Ng asked about Apple In…
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  • iPhone Ultra: Apple’s first folding iPhone design, display, and release rumors
    MacworldWe’ve been reporting on the supposedly imminent launch of a foldable iPhone for years. There have been strong and reliable rumors of a foldable iPhone being just two years away, dating as far back as 2018, at least. Back then, reliable reports from the likes of CNBC said Apple was going to have a folding iPhone on the market in 2020.That became 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025… and now it’s expected to land in 2026–yes, this year!While the rumors and reports from parts suppl…
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  • iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max leaks: All the biggest rumors so far
    MacworldThe iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026 featuring several cutting-edge hardware advancements, including the debut of Apple’s C2 modem, and a shift to a 2nm manufacturing process for the A20 Pro chip. Other key rumored upgrades include a smaller Dynamic Island with under-display Face ID components and camera improvements that may include variable aperture on the Pro Max and enhanced sensors.Alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Apple is s…
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  • This 15-in-1 Baseus docking station with a killer iPhone feature is $100 off
    MacworldTake $90 off at AmazonThis baseus docking station has a 25W Magsafe ChargerView DealIf you have a lot of accessories and peripherals for your Mac, a good docking station will help keep them all organized and tidy. They all basically do the same thing, adding ports, slots, and functionality that otherwise isn’t available on your Mac. But this deal for the Baseus SpaceMate RD1 Pro, on sale for $209 ($90 off), has a little extra:…
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  • Apple warns it may be really hard to get a new iPhone this year
    MacworldWith the calendar about to change over to August, all eyes will soon be on Apple’s fall event, and with it, new iPhones. This year, we’re expecting the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max to arrive alongside the brand-new folding iPhone Ultra, and demand is sure to be bigger than ever.But if you’re planning on buying one of these new products, you might not be able to. During Apple’s Q3 earnings call Thursday, Tim Cook warned that “the impact from the supply constraints (will)…
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  • Apple Upgrade is made for the Ultra era
    MacworldIf the rumors are true, Apple’s next few years are shaping up to be the most exciting in a long time. The company has been working on intriguing new devices, including its first foldable iPhone, a touchscreen MacBook Pro with an OLED display, and smart home devices powered by Siri AI and Apple Intelligence.All of this sounds amazing, but there’s just one problem. All these innovations are likely to come at a high price, especially at a time when prices are already rising d…
    - 1 day ago 31 Jul 26, 3:45pm -
  • OWC Express 4M2 Ultra review: Fast and handsome 80Gbps NVMe RAID
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsFast 80Gbps performanceFour NVMe slotsRAID 0, 1, 4, 5, and 10Built solid as a tankConsRAID is software onlyOnly 20Gbps performance for individual drivesMinor fan noiseOur Verdict Run in RAID 0, the 4M2 Ultra is capable of over 7GBps reads. Good stuff for this handsome, 4-bay 80Gbps NVMe enclosure..Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefinedBest Pricing Toda…
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  • Claude AI isn’t just a chatbot — this $14 course shows you what it actually does
    MacworldTL;DR: Master Claude AI beyond simple chatting with four practical courses covering prompting, coding, automation, and integrations. Get lifetime access to the Claude AI Professional E-Degree for $13.99 (MSRP $159) with code COURSE30 through August 2.If you’re only using Claude AI to answer questions, you’re missing the bigger picture. With the right setup, it can help automate workflows, speed up coding, and handle repetitive tasks — and the Claude AI Professional…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jul 26, 1:30pm -
  • Apple posts record June quarter, but higher costs loom large
    MacworldApple’s third-quarter 2026 earnings report on Thursday wasn’t your typical financial announcement. It was Apple CEO’s Tim Cook’s last full quarter, which gave it a bit of nostalgia. But more importantly, it marked the end of a quarter where Apple announced steep price increases for the Mac, iPad, HomePod, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro following increased costs for RAM, storage, and other components.Turns out that Apple posted its strongest June quarter ever. Apple ann…
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  • Minimal Phone 2 lets you break free from iPhone but still keep iMessage
    MacworldIn an era where social media seems to be doing more harm than good, the Minimal Phone 2 seems like a really good idea. Billed as a distraction-free device, it’s a mobile phone with a physical keyboard that offers no social media access and only basic apps, including the ability to send and receive messages.However, it’s still an Android phone, so when you send a chat message from the Minimal Phone 2, it naturally appears in a green bubble on an iPhone. As silly as it sound…
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  • Get the M5 MacBook Pro for the price it should be ($290 off)
    MacworldTake $290 off the M5 MacBook ProView DealEver since Apple raised prices on MacBooks last month, we’ve been on the lookout for anything that comes close to the prices they were before. Today’s deal gets there: B&H Photo is selling a 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro with a 96W power adapter for $1,729, a savings of $290 on the price Apple charges and just $10 more than the price before the hike.This is the base-model MacBook Pro, but…
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  • iOS 27 finally lets you hide the Audio button in Messages—here’s how
    MacworldWe’ve all done it. Some more than others (just ask Justin Bieber). That annoying microphone button on the text entry line in the Messages app that kicks off dictation. It could be a button to start recording an Audio Message, depending on context.Either way, it’s not something you want to tap when you’re trying to type text. And for far too many people, that’s exactly what happens.Good news! In iOS 27, Apple allows you to decide whether that button activates Dictat…
    - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 4:04pm -
  • Apple Upgrade makes getting a new Mac easier but not necessarily cheaper
    MacworldThe Apple Upgrade purchase program was introduced earlier this week in the U.S. It’s a leasing program where you agree to a term, pay a monthly fee, and then have to decide what to do with the device you bought at the end of the term. If you are familiar with car leases, Apple Upgrade will make perfect sense.When you’re in a situation where you need to buy a new Mac, it’s nice to have purchasing options that suit your finances. But regardless of how you buy a Mac, you sh…
    - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 3:45pm -
  • Secure your digital life across all your Apple devices
    MacworldOne of the things most of us love best about being in the Apple ecosystem is how easily we can move between our devices with our data always available. No matter if we’re on our iPhone, iPad or Mac, the continuity of experience is one that makes us feel at home. This also means that it’s important that our digital security covers all formats and works on all of them at the same time. So, how can we be sure that connections to networks remain private and our identities are prot…
    - 2 days ago 30 Jul 26, 3:05pm -
  • Get a Touch Bar MacBook Pro for less than the cost of a new tablet — now $399.99 refurbished
    MacworldTL;DR: Get a grade-A 2020 refurbished MacBook Pro with a Retina display, Touch Bar, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD for just $399.99 (MSRP $1,999).New MacBooks bring plenty of power, but they also bring premium price tags. If you want Apple hardware without spending over $1,000, the refurbished 13-inch MacBook Pro from 2020 delivers a lot of the features that made it a favorite among professionals — now available for $399.99 (MSRP $1,999).This Grade A refurbished model still…
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  • One AI app, many tools—including ChatGPT & Claude—just $70 for lifetime access
    MacworldTL;DR: Get the 1min.AI Advanced Business Plan Lifetime Subscription for $69.97 (reg. $540) through Aug. 9 and access leading AI models plus writing, image, video, audio, and document tools—all in one app.Does your AI workflow involve opening five browser tabs before you’ve even started working? 1min.AI might be the productivity upgrade you didn’t know you needed. For $69.97 (reg. $540) through Aug. 9, you get lifetime access to the Advanced Business Plan, bringing an…
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