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  • newApple's AI Wearables Expected to Lean Heavily on Visual Intelligence
    Apple's Visual Intelligence is expected to feature heavily in the company's upcoming set of AI wearable devices, which could include smart glasses, a pendant, and more advanced AirPods, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.Writing in his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman said that hints dropped by CEO Tim Cook in recent months suggested the Apple Intelligence feature would be central to the devices, with Cook's comments following a pattern similar to how he foreshadowed the importance of…
    - 2 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 4:59pm -
  • newiOS 26.3.1 Update for iPhones Coming Soon as 'Apple Experience' Nears
    Apple's software engineers are testing iOS 26.3.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs, which have been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS versions.iOS 26.3.1 should be a minor update that fixes bugs and/or security vulnerabilities, and it will likely be released within the next two weeks.Last month, Apple released iOS 26.2.1 with bug fixes and support for the second-generation AirTag. Likewise, it is possible that iOS 26.3.1 will include support for some of the new products that…
    - 12 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 6:59am -
  • newApple Reportedly Plans to Unveil at Least Five New Products Next Week
    In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple will have a three-day stretch of product announcements from Monday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 4. In total, he expects Apple to introduce "at least five products."A week ago, Apple invited selected journalists and content creators to an "Apple Experience" in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. At these in-person gatherings, the expectation is that attendees will receive hands…
    - 19 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 11:18pm -
  • newApple is Testing These iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable iPhone Colors
    The special new color that Apple is considering for the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max this year is red, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.Specifically, he said that Apple is testing a "deep red" finish for the two devices.If this rumor materializes, it would be the first time that the Pro and Pro Max models ever come in red, and the iPhone 18 Pro models would be the first iPhone models to be available in red since the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in (PRODUCT)RED. However, it s…
    - 20 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 10:11pm -
  • Anker's Weekend Sale Includes Big Savings on Newest Prime Chargers
    Earlier this month, Anker debuted its new Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station with a launch discount on Amazon. This deal is still available this weekend, allowing you to clip an on-page coupon on Amazon to get the accessory for $119.99, down from $149.99.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.The Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station features Qi2.2 support, w…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 9:09pm -
  • Top Stories: Apple Event on March 4, iOS 26.4 Beta, and More
    It looks like our first major Apple product announcements of 2026 are right around the corner, with Apple announcing a "special Apple Experience" for members of the media scheduled for March 4 where we're expecting to see them get hands-on time with several newly announced products.In other Apple news this week, the first betas of iOS 26.4 and related updates include some new features and enhancements, while we heard a bit more about the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max coming later this year, so…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 7:30pm -
  • Apple's Low-Cost Colorful MacBook: All the Rumors
    Apple has been developing a more affordable version of the MacBook, and it's rumored to be launching in under two weeks. This is going to be one of Apple's most unique Macs, because there hasn't really been anything quite like it before.We've rounded up everything we know about the low-cost MacBook ahead of its March debut.DesignRumors about the MacBook's design make it sound a lot like the MacBook Air. It will have an aluminum chassis in various colors, and a 12.9-inch or 13-inch di…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 4:07am -
  • Jony Ive's First OpenAI Device Will Be Smart Speaker With Camera, 2027 Launch Planned
    OpenAI is working on several AI hardware devices in partnership with former Apple designer Jony Ive, and the first product that comes out could be a smart speaker. The company is developing a smart speaker, a smart lamp, and considering AI glasses, according to The Information, with the speaker set to come out in early 2027.OpenAI's smart speaker has an integrated camera and it is designed to learn information about who is using it and what's around them. It will include a facial recogniti…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 1:38am -
  • The MacRumors Show: What's Coming at the 'Apple Experience'?
    We talk through everything to expect at Apple's upcoming "Experience" on March 4, on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videosEarlier this week, Apple today a "special Apple Experience" for the media in New York, London, and Shanghai, taking place on March 4, 2026 at 9:00am ET. It is notable that Apple is specifically using the word "experience," rather than "event." Unlike a full live-streamed event from Apple Park, the March…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:36pm -
  • Three Upcoming Apple Products Seemingly Spotted in macOS 26.3 Code
    macOS 26.3 hints at Apple's rumored lower-cost MacBook, and two new Studio Display models, according to Macworld's Filipe Espósito.Espósito found the following codenames within macOS 26.3's source code, and he revealed the upcoming products that they likely correspond with, based on previous reporting from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman and others.The codenames:J700: Lower-cost MacBookJ427: A new Studio DisplayJ527: A new, higher-end Studio DisplayThis is far from the first time that th…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:06pm -
  • Best Apple Deals of the Week: Get Up to $1,200 Off Samsung's Best Monitors and More
    This week's best Apple-related deals include multiple third-party retailer accessory sales from Samsung, Nomad, Dell, and Otterbox. We're also tracking one of the first big price discounts on the iPhone Air MagSafe Battery in our recap of the week's best deals below.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.SamsungWhat's the deal? Save on Samsung m…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 8:20pm -
  • Rumored Colors for Low-Cost MacBook Were Originally Tested for 2022 MacBook Air Redesign
    Apple tested color options for the 2022 MacBook Air redesign that are said to be similar to the finishes planned for its forthcoming low-cost MacBook, according to a Chinese leaker.Apple is expected to announce its rumored low-cost MacBook at an event on March 4, with the device coming in a selection of bold color options that are believed to include yellow, green, and blue – as seen on Apple's invite graphic. In a post on Weibo, the account known as "Instant Digital" says Apple orig…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:59pm -
  • iPhone Fold: Launch, Pricing, and What to Expect From Apple's Foldable
    Apple is expected to launch a new foldable iPhone this year, based on multiple rumors and credible sources. The long-awaited device has been rumored for years now, but signs increasingly suggest that Apple will release its first foldable device in 2026.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.Below, we've collated an updated set of key details that have been leaked about Apple's foldable iPhone so far. Apple will allegedly call the device the "‌iPhone‌ Fold," which is…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:51pm -
  • iPhone's Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature Helped Rescue Skiers Caught in Lake Tahoe Avalanche
    Six skiers who survived the avalanche near Lake Tahoe on Tuesday used the Emergency SOS via satellite feature on the iPhone to get help, reports The New York Times. Emergency SOS via satellite lets ‌iPhone‌ users communicate with emergency responders via text when a cellular or Wi-Fi connection is not available.The skiers were able to stay connected to the Nevada County Sheriff's Office for several hours while rescue efforts were coordinated. "One of my personnel was communicating with…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:59am -
  • M1 MacBook Air Out of Stock at Walmart as Lower-Cost MacBook Nears
    Apple's older MacBook Air with the M1 chip is now out of stock on Walmart's website in the U.S., amid rumors of a new lower-cost MacBook coming soon.A colorful MacBook (concept)Walmart first began selling the MacBook Air with the M1 chip for $699 in March 2024. The price later dropped to $649, then to $599, and briefly to as low as $549 during a Black Friday sale last year. However, we just noticed that it has been out of stock for a while now, and there is no indication if it will ever be…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:05am -
  • Google Chrome Gets Built-In Split View and PDF Annotations
    Google has added three new features to the Chrome desktop browser, including split view for multitasking, PDF annotations, and a Save to Google Drive option.Split view for Chrome is a built-in tool that supports using two tabs at the same time side-by-side. Google says that it provides a more streamlined, flexible way to work. There is a split view icon in Chrome that can be clicked to enter the new view.With PDF annotations, the Chrome PDF Viewer can be used to highlight text, insert…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:45am -
  • Apple TV Sports Content Including F1, MLS, and Friday Night Baseball Coming to Bars and Restaurants
    Apple has inked a deal with EverPass Media to bring Apple TV sports content to EverPass customers in the United States. EverPass is a company that bundles premium sports content for restaurants, hotels, casinos, sports bars, and other businesses that want to air sporting events.EverPass will now be able to offer Formula 1, Major League Soccer, and Major League Baseball content to its customers at no additional cost through the main EverPass Core content package. That package also includes…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 2:38am -
  • iPhone 16e Long-Term Review: What to Know Before the iPhone 17e Launches
    As we approach the launch of the iPhone 17e, MacRumors videographer Dan Barbera decided to take a look back at the iPhone 16e. He goes over what it's been like using Apple's budget ‌iPhone‌ over the past 12 months, and whether it's worth choosing over one of Apple's more expensive models.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.The ‌iPhone 16e‌ is $599, so it's $200 cheaper than the iPhone 17. ‌iPhone 16e‌ buyers didn't miss much in terms of performance or bat…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:36pm -
  • Apple Sued by West Virginia for Allegedly Allowing CSAM Distribution Through iCloud
    West Virginia's Attorney General JB McCuskey today announced a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the company of knowingly allowing iCloud to be used to distribute and store child sexual abuse material (CSAM). McCuskey says that Apple has opted to "do nothing about it" for years."Preserving the privacy of child predators is absolutely inexcusable. And more importantly, it violates West Virginia law. Since Apple has so far refused to police themselves and do the morally right thing, I am filin…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:35pm -
  • MLS 2026 Season Begins February 21 on Apple TV With Free Access for Subscribers
    The 31st Major League Soccer season is set to begin on Saturday, February 21, with games set to be available through the Apple TV subscription service. ‌Apple TV‌ subscribers in more than 100 countries can access MLS matches with no blackouts and no additional fees.Apple used to charge $14.99 per month or $99 for the MLS Season Pass, but the Season Pass was removed for the 2026 season to give all ‌Apple TV‌ subscribers access for free. MLS is aiming to expand its fanbase and make c…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:54pm -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newApple’s Budget MacBook May Launch in Bold New Colors
    Apple’s upcoming budget MacBook could arrive in bright new colors. However, these shades are not entirely new. According to recent reports. Apple first explored blue, green, and yellow finishes for the 2022 MacBook Air powered by the M2 chip. At the time, Apple chose safer options: Silver, Starlight, and Space Gray. As a result, the […]
    - 30 mins ago 23 Feb 26, 6:09pm -
  • Predator Spyware Can Hide iPhone Camera Alerts
    Apple’s green and orange privacy dots alert users when their camera or microphone activates. However, new research shows those indicators can disappear if a device suffers deep system compromise. Security experts at Jamf discovered that Predator spyware can suppress these alerts. Importantly, the attack does not exploit a new iOS bug. Instead, it works only […]
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 4:23pm -
  • Transparent iPhone Air Mod Reveals Design Tradeoffs
    A transparent iPhone Air with a working SIM slot may look futuristic, but it reveals the engineering sacrifices hidden inside modern smartphones. In a recent video filmed in Shenzhen’s Huaqiangbei electronics market, technicians transformed an eSIM-only iPhone Air into a clear-backed device with a physical SIM tray. First, they used a laser to strip the […]
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 3:56pm -
  • Perplexity’s Comet AI Browser Lands on iPhone March 11
    Perplexity has confirmed that its AI-powered Comet browser will launch on iPhone on March 11, 2026. The app is already available for preorder on the App Store. While Mac users can access Comet today, iPad users will have to wait, as no release date has been announced for that version. The company positions Comet as […]
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 3:41pm -
  • Apple TV’s “The Hunt” Sets New Debut After Plagiarism Probe
    Apple TV’s thriller series The Hunt is finally set to debut after a three-month plagiarism investigation delayed its release. According to the report, the streaming service paused the six-episode French-language drama just days before its original December 3, 2025 launch. The show vanished from Apple’s listings in late November. At the time, reports suggested it […]
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 4:15pm -
  • West Virginia Sues Apple Over iCloud CSAM Claims
    West Virginia has filed a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the company of failing to prevent the spread of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) through iCloud. Attorney General JB McCuskey described Apple’s alleged inaction as “inexcusable” and called for stronger safeguards. The lawsuit marks the first time a government agency has sued Apple over CSAM distribution […]
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 4:03pm -
  • Apple TV and IMAX to Stream Live F1 Races in Theaters
    Apple TV and IMAX have announced a major partnership to screen live Formula 1 races in theaters across the United States.The program will begin with the Miami Grand Prix on May 3, 2026. According to the announcement, at least 50 IMAX locations nationwide will take part in the live screenings. As a result, fans will […]
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 3:46pm -
  • Apple Music Connect Returns as Industry Marketing Hub
    Apple has revived the Apple Music Connect name, but this time it targets music industry professionals instead of fans. The original platform launched in 2015 as a social feature and shut down in 2019. Now, Apple has reintroduced it as a marketing and promotion hub for record labels and distributors. Unlike its earlier version, the […]
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:40pm -
  • Apple Health Adds Average Bedtime in iOS 26.4 Beta
    Apple has updated its Health app with a new Average Bedtime feature in the iOS 26.4 developer beta. The update gives users deeper insight into their sleep habits. In addition, Apple restored blood oxygen data to the Vitals section for users in the United States. The new metric appears in the Sleep section as part […]
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:30pm -
  • GameHub Promises to Turn Macs Into Gaming PCs
    GameSir has announced a new tool called GameHub for Mac, and it is already creating buzz. The company claims the software will let users access their entire Steam library on Apple Silicon Macs. Even more boldly, the promo declares, “Your Mac is now a gaming PC.” That message has caught the attention of gamers. After […]
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:15pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newApple faces new tariffs after Supreme Court ruling strikes down the old ones
    The US Supreme Court has declared on Friday that most of the import tariffs imposed by the Trump administration last year were illegal. Trump’s response to this now leaves Apple in a worse position than it was in before.While lobbying by Apple had resulted in almost all of its products being excluded from the previous tariffs, Trump has announced new ones which will include them again … more…
    - 57 mins ago 23 Feb 26, 5:42pm -
  • newApple Music 5.2 for Android beta adds iOS 26.4’s Playlist Playground, album redesign
    Following the first iOS 26.4 preview, Apple Music 5.2 entered beta earlier this week with three new features. more…
    - 16 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 2:54am -
  • newApple should take Visual Intelligence one step further – with Reminders
    One of the core Apple Intelligence features to date has been Visual Intelligence. It started off in a rather limited capacity through Camera Control, but with iOS 26, the company expanded it to screenshots. I’ve found those capabilities very useful thus far, and I’d love to see Apple take it even further. more…
    - 17 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 1:41am -
  • newApple testing ‘deep red’ color for iPhone 18 Pro, but iPhone Fold may skip the fun: report
    iPhone 18 Pro is still well over half a year away. Nonetheless, we have some interesting new color rumors for the upcoming new iPhone model, and Apple may finally be doing something users have wanted for ages – a red ‘Pro’ iPhone. iPhone Fold, on the other hand, might not have any flashy color choices. more…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 7:22pm -
  • newReport: Apple to launch ‘at least five products’ leading into March 4 event
    Last week, Apple announced a special Apple experience in various cities around the globe – taking place on March 4th. While this is unlikely to be a traditional Apple event, theres still ‘at least’ five new products set to launch at this event, per Bloomberg. more…
    - 24 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 6:59pm -
  • MOFT’s long-awaited MagSafe kickstand wallet with Find My support is now available
    First unveiled at CES 2025 over a year ago, MOFT’s beloved MagSafe wallet with kickstand now comes with a much needed feature: Find My integration. After loads of delays, the product is now finally available for purchase. more…
    - 2 days ago 22 Feb 26, 3:55am -
  • Indie App Spotlight: ‘Summit’ is an all-in-one portfolio tracker for iPhone and iPad
    Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.If you’re a heavy investor, you might find yourself having accounts across various brokerages. Or, perhaps, you only invest with one brokerage but you find their app interface very ugly. Summit solves both of these problems, providing a clean all-in-one interface for tracking all of your inve…
    - 2 days ago 22 Feb 26, 2:00am -
  • New limited-time Apple Card offer now available: Earn $75 in Daily Cash
    Once again, Apple has dropped a limited time Apple Card offer for new users who choose to sign up. Traditionally, the Apple Card does not offer a sign up bonus, so this is worth looking into. more…
    - 2 days ago 22 Feb 26, 1:46am -
  • Apple’s upcoming AI smart glasses are starting to sound a lot more exciting
    Earlier this week, Bloomberg reported that Apple will be “accelerating” the development of three upcoming AI wearables: smart glasses, a pendant, and AirPods with cameras. These three products are all meant to integrate Siri deeper into our everyday lives, and I’ll be focusing on the glasses aspect of it. more…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 10:48pm -
  • Apple @ Work: How the iPhone forced the entire printing industry to adopt AirPrint
    Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 7:30pm -
  • WhatsApp working on anti-spoiler feature for text messages
    Users will soon be able to mark messages as spoilers, so their content isn’t immediately visible to recipients. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 7:00am -
  • Apple researchers develop on-device AI agent that interacts with apps for you
    Despite having just 3 billion parameters, Ferret-UI Lite matches or surpasses the benchmark performance of models up to 24 times larger. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 4:32am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: February 20, 2026 – iPhone’s satellite features, more
    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 Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 4:30am -
  • Protect your family’s private data by removing it from the internet
    Taking proactive steps to protect the privacy of yourself and your family has never been more important than it is today. Buying and selling personal data is now a big business, with hundreds of data brokers devoted to doing exactly this.Trying to manually remove your family’s data from the web is incredibly difficult, but fortunately there’s a very simple alternative in the form of Incogni. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 3:20am -
  • iOS 26 added my favorite new iPhone ringtone, listen here
    My iPhone stays on silent most of the time, but a new iOS 26 ringtone has made me very tempted to rethink that choice because it’s such a pleasant tune. Here’s my new favorite iPhone ringtone. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 3:11am -
  • Strava adds five activity modalities, including dancing
    Activity-tracking platform Strava is rolling out a new set of activity categories, including some of the most-requested from its community. Here’s what’s new. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 2:00am -
  • Apple rolls out Xcode 26.3 Release Candidate 2
    Apple is rolling out the second Release Candidate of Xcode 26.3, which will feature agentic coding capabilities. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 12:59am -
  • Apple TV’s new movie is a hit, and just the start of a big year ahead
    Apple TV’s latest movie, Eternity, has proven an early hit after one week of release, and the strong lineup of movies coming throughout the year should keep Apple’s film success going. more…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 12:55am -
  • HomeKit Weekly: UWB is the secret weapon inside Aqara’s new U400 smart lock
    I have tested dozens of smart locks over the years for HomeKit Weekly, from the August lock to the latest Level Lock Pro. They all solved the problem of having to fish your keys out, but they never quite solved the problem of “my hands are full.” Even with Home Key, you’d still have to either get your Apple Watch to your lock or pull out your iPhone. Yes, plenty of locks offer various flavors of auto-unlock, but none are perfect and work 100% of the time. That is the problem Ultra-Wideband…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 12:31am -
  • OpenAI’s first Jony Ive device sounds like HomePod 2.0: report
    A new report from The Information details OpenAI’s hardware ambitions, and reveals that the first Jony Ive-designed device expected to launch is a smart speaker. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 11:08pm -
  • Feature Request: iCloud really needs to copy Dropbox ‘sync next’
    Despite having a 2TB iCloud account, I also have an identically sized Dropbox one, and the latter is my primary cloud service for working files.The reason for favoring Dropbox over iCloud is the speed of synchronization. Dropbox almost always syncs near instantaneously while iCloud is much less reliable … more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 10:30pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro could make one of last year’s best features far better
    iPhone 17 Pro has been a huge hit, and one of its most impressive features is battery life. But rumors indicate the iPhone 18 Pro could offer big battery gains yet again, thanks to three key upgrades. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 10:29pm -
  • Deals: 1TB M5 MacBook Pro $200 off, 1TB iPad Pro $200 off, black Apple USB-C cables $10 or less, Thunderbolt Pro Cable, more
    Alongside this ongoing and rare price drop on the 1TB M4 MacBook Air, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is kicking off with a chance to save $200 on Apple’s 16GB/1TB M5 MacBook Pro. From there we move over to the Amazon all-time low pricing on Apple’s 11-inch 1TB iPad Pro at nearly $200 off the list alongside the 46mm Jet Black Apple Watch Series 11 at $100 off. But we also spotted a particularly rare chance to land Apple’s black USB-C cables down at $10 Prime shipped or less in multi-packs a…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 10:15pm -
  • Apple’s redesigned MacBook Air almost came in fun colors, per leaker
    Apple last redesigned the MacBook Air with the M2 model, and per a supply chain leaker, the new Air almost came in the sort of fun colors that are expected for the forthcoming ‘MacBook.’ more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:15pm -
  • CarPlay just got a big upgrade, and iOS 26.4 delivers even more
    The last year has been an exciting one for CarPlay, with CarPlay Ultra launching and iOS 26 bringing some of the biggest CarPlay changes in years. Now iOS 26.4 is set to continue this positive trend, showing that CarPlay’s best days may be ahead. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 8:45pm -
  • 9to5Mac Overtime 060: The perfect testbed for cellular Macs
    Episode 060: First impressions of iOS 26.4 beta 1, a preview of Apple’s upcoming March 4th event, and why the upcoming low-cost MacBook is by far its most interesting new product on the horizon.9to5Mac Overtime is a weekly video-first podcast exploring fun and interesting observations in the Apple ecosystem, featuring 9to5Mac’s Fernando Silva & Jeff Benjamin. Subscribe to Overtime via Apple Podcasts and our YouTube channel for more. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:44pm -
  • Security Bite: The two biggest security upgrades in iOS 26.4 explained
    9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Ap…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:28pm -
  • macOS 26.3 references two new Studio Display models, per report
    New references uncovered in macOS 26.3 reveal multiple new Apple hardware products coming soon. Ahead of Apple’s March 4 special “experience,” there are new references to two new Studio Display models as well as the oft-rumored low-cost MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:38pm -
  • Opera made an adorably quirky website to celebrate its browser’s 30th anniversary
    From the dial-up days to the era of AI-assisted browsing, Opera’s interactive experience takes users through key milestones that helped shape the web over the past three decades. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 8:00am -
  • Apple accuses Brazilian banks of seeking a ‘free ride’ in NFC probe
    In a recent statement to Brazil’s competition watchdog, Apple leaned on an increasingly familiar argument as it pushed back against pressure to further open up the iPhone’s NFC access. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:00am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: February 19, 2026 – New CarPlay features, more
    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 Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 3:51am -
  • Apple and Jon Prosser coordinating deposition in iOS 26 leak case
    In a joint status report with Michael Ramacciotti’s legal team, Apple also disclosed new details about its efforts to depose Jon Prosser as part of the iOS 26 leak case. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 3:47am -
  • DuckDuckGo rolls out AI-powered image editing on Duck.ai
    After adding image generation to Duck.ai late last year, DuckDuckGo is now rolling out image editing capabilities for its private AI chatbot. Here’s how it works. more…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 2:25am -
  • Apple event confirmed, iOS 26.4 features, Apple AI devices 
    Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in iOS 26.4, which turned out to be a pretty packed release, even with the Siri features missing in action. Also, Apple confirms a product event for March 4, with rumors of new Macs and more in the air. Finally, Bloomberg reports Apple is advancing work on a suite of new AI devices, including glasses and a clip-on pendant. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin plans his tech packing for his trip to Japan. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Spon…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:51am -
  • Why ‘iPhone Fold’ can revive the foldable that even Google Pixel couldn’t make work [Gallery]
    Foldables opened the door to a whole new world of smartphones just a few years ago, but somehow the entire Android market has settled into just two form factors – clamshell flip phones and book-style devices that just open up to double the width of a normal smartphone screen. As the inevitable “iPhone Fold” approaches, though, it seems Apple is looking to revive a form factor that Android brands, including Google Pixel, once tried, but failed to keep around, and there’s a clear reason w…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:42am -
  • iPhone satellite features helped Lake Tahoe avalanche survivors get rescued
    According to a report from The New York Times, survivors of the catastrophic avalanche near Lake Tahoe this week used Emergency SOS via satellite on iPhone to stay in contact with first responders.It’s the latest example of the life-saving impact of Apple’s Emergency SOS and satellite features on iPhone and Apple Watch. more…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:35am -
  • iOS 27 will bring Liquid Glass changes, and I’m excited for one reason
    iOS 27 will reportedly come with changes to the iPhone’s interface. Those changes aren’t expected to be as major as iOS 26, but they could still reveal a lot about Apple’s priorities under new design leadership. more…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:11am -
  • WhatsApp launches one of its most requested features for groups
    WhatsApp just announced that Group Message History is rolling out now, which Meta says is one of its “most requested features.” Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:48pm -
  • Major League Soccer is now free on Apple TV, here are the details
    Major League Soccer (MLS) kicks off a new season this Saturday, and for the first time, every single match will be included free with an Apple TV subscription. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:31pm -
  • Perplexity bringing its AI ‘Comet’ browser to iPhone next month
    Last summer, Perplexity launched one of the first AI-focused web browsers with Comet on the Mac. Soon, the long promised iOS counterpart to Comet will follow. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:45pm -
  • Zuckerberg says he went to Tim Cook to discuss ‘wellbeing of teens and kids’
    Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified this week in what’s viewed as a landmark court case around the mental health impact of social media. As part of that testimony, Zuckerberg revealed that he reached out to Apple CEO Tim Cook to talk about the “wellbeing of teens and kids.” more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:25pm -
  • Deals: 1TB M4 MacBook Air rare $200 off, iPhone 15 Pro for $539, 40% off Sport Band, M5 iPad Pro lows, more
    Alongside the ongoing all-time lows on some of the more affordable 11-inch M5 iPad Pro models at nearly $200 off, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is also highlighting a rare $200 price drop on this 1TB M4 MacBook Air config. From there, folks not interested in current models can land the most affordable iPhone 15 Pro at $460 off the original list price (deals from $539), the best price to date on Apple’s latest Neon Yellow Sport Band at 40% off, and its official 40W Dynamic Power Adapter at $27…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:13pm -
  • Delayed Apple TV thriller series just got a new release date
    Apple TV has just added a new series to its March release calendar: delayed thriller The Hunt, which will premiere following a plagiarism investigation. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 9:35pm -
  • Apple sued by West Virginia over alleged failure to prevent CSAM
    Apple has been sued by the state of West Virginia over what it says is a failure to prevent child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) across iCloud services such as iMessage and Photos. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 9:04pm -
  • Apple Glasses as ‘all-day AI companion’ is exactly what I want
    Apple Glasses are expected to be unveiled in the coming year, and a recent report said they would serve as “an all-day AI companion.” Though I was once skeptical of smart glasses, here’s why I think they might be exactly what I want. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 8:48pm -
  • Rivian launches new Apple Watch app with vehicle controls, digital key & more [Hands-on]
    Just a few weeks after rolling out the Rivian Digital Key update, which helped tremendously with proximity-based features, Rivian has doubled down and is rolling out a new dedicated Apple Watch app. The Apple Watch update was designed as an extension of the Rivian iPhone app, giving you all the most used features right on your wrist. It has customizable quick controls, glanceable vehicle status, and support for digital key functionality (depending on your vehicle generation). I got some early ac…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 8:30pm -
  • An upcoming Meta smartwatch probably won’t compete with the Apple Watch
    A new report suggests that a Meta smartwatch will launch at some point this year, but it likely won’t compete with the Apple Watch.Based on previous comments by the company, it may serve as more of an accessory to a future Meta smart glasses product … more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 7:43pm -
  • Apple TV partners with IMAX to show Formula 1 races live in theaters
    You’ll need an Apple TV subscription if you want to watch Formula 1 at home this season in the United States. But, Apple is taking its new broadcasting rights beyond the living room. In a partnership announced today with IMAX, Apple TV will also show select races from this season live in theaters. Five of the 2026 Grand Prix’s will be shown at IMAX screens across the country, including Silverstone, Miami, Monaco, Monza and Austin. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 7:21pm -
  • Leaked email proves Ring intended to use surveillance feature for people
    When Amazon announced a wider rollout of a surveillance feature to help Ring smart doorbells locate lost dogs, it was immediately seen as a precursor to using the feature to identify people. That the company did in fact plan to do this has now been confirmed by a leaked email which Ring has admitted is genuine … more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 6:58pm -
  • Speculation that Apple’s March event could include immersive F1 on Vision Pro
    Apple commenter John Gruber is spitballing again. After suggesting that the special event on March 4 may be preceded by a series of new product announcements through press releases, he now has another idea.Based on a reader drawing his attention to the timing, he suggests that another announcement could be immersive F1 viewing on Vision Pro … more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 6:10pm -
  • Millions of passwords and Social Security numbers exposed as old hacks remain a threat
    An unsecured database that likely contains tens of millions of unique Social Security numbers, alongside email addresses and passwords, has been discovered by security researchers.While the database appears to have been collated from a number of separate data breaches over approximately a decade, the researchers explain why even very old personal data remains a live threat … more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 5:46pm -
  • Google launches Snapseed camera for iPhone with pro manual controls, retro film
    After soft-launching in December, Snapseed for iOS is now officially rolling out its new camera that makes the app more than just an image editor. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 8:50am -
  • Another AirPods Pro 3 model is coming, with one rumored upgrade
    AirPods Pro 3 launched just a few months ago, but rumors indicate there’s a second model coming this year with one key upgrade: IR cameras. Here are the details. more…
    - 5 days ago 19 Feb 26, 3:28am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: February 18, 2026 – iOS 27 expectations, AI products
    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 Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…
    - 5 days ago 19 Feb 26, 3:24am -
  • Apple’s March 4 launch event: New products and what to expect
    Apple is holding a special event for press on Wednesday, March 4 in three locations around the world, and rumors indicate there are lots of new products that could launch. Here’s everything to expect, including hardware launches, format, and more. more…
    - 5 days ago 19 Feb 26, 3:22am -
  • Apple Mail has a hidden feature that solved my biggest inbox problem
    I’ve used Apple’s Mail app for years across my iPhone, iPad, and Mac, but the recently added inbox categories were a mixed bag for me until I started regularly using one hidden feature. more…
    - 5 days ago 19 Feb 26, 12:50am -
  • iOS 26.4 adds a new category of CarPlay apps
    Earlier this month, Bloomberg reported that Apple was preparing to update CarPlay with support for voice-based interactions in AI apps like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. As of this week’s release of iOS 26.4 beta 1, that support has officially arrived.Here’s how it works. more…
    - 5 days ago 19 Feb 26, 12:43am -
  • New MacBook with ‘fun colors’ sounds like the best Mac for most people
    For years now, the best Mac for most people has been the MacBook Air. But that may be about to change, with a revival of the suffix-free ‘MacBook’ coming soon. more…
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 11:18pm -
  • Amazon adds ‘read and listen’ mode to Audible app for immersion reading feature
    Torn between reading an ebook and listening to the narrated version? Amazon’s Audible is introducing a clever solution that it calls immersion reading. more…
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 11:04pm -
  • Deals: Most affordable M5 iPad Pro nearly $200 off, Apple Watch Ultra 3 up to $155 off, Ocean Band, Trail Loop, more
    Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready to go, starting off with new Amazon all-time lows on the most affordable M5 iPad Pro models – you will now find nearly $200 off the most attainable 11-inch configurations. Alongside a chance to score the latest Apple Watch Ultra 3 at $155 off, we also spotted new Amazon all-time low pricing on the Neon Green Ocean Band and the blue Apple Trail Loop at up to 41% off, joined by ongoing $300 price drops on 32GB M5 MacBook Pro models. Scope it all out do…
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 10:14pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newHow many AIs does it take to read a PDF?
    Last November, the House Oversight Committee had just released 20,000 pages of documents from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein, and Luke Igel and some friends were clicking around, trying to follow the threads of conversation through garbled email threads and a PDF viewer that was, frankly, "gross." In the coming months, the Department of Justice […]
    - 2 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 4:30pm -
  • newTaara Beam provides 25Gbps connectivity over invisible beams of light
    Light-based internet provider Taara, which spun out of Alphabet's "moonshot" incubator last year, just launched Taara Beam to provide 25Gbps connectivity within cities over invisible beams of light - line of sight permitting. Unlike last year's Taara Lightbridge, which connects communities separated by water and mountains at distances up to 20km (over 12 miles), the […]
    - 2 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 4:30pm -
  • newSamsung is adding Perplexity to Galaxy AI
    In addition to summoning Bixby or Gemini, Galaxy S26 users will be able to call on Perplexity by saying "hey, Plex." The integration of Perplexity into Galaxy AI is just one element of the company's embrace of a "multi-agent ecosystem." Often, people will use different AI agents for different tasks, depending on where their strengths […]
    - 15 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 3:45am -
  • newYou need to listen to Laurie Spiegel’s masterpiece of early ambient music
    I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Laurie Spiegel for the site. As preparation for the interview, I spent a lot of time over the last couple of weeks revisiting Spiegel's records, most notably The Expanding Universe, her 1980 masterpiece that blends synth experimentalism with early examples of what would eventually be called ambient music, […]
    - 16 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 3:00am -
  • newTrump says Netflix will ‘pay the consequences’ if it doesn’t fire Susan Rice
    Donald Trump threatened that there would be "consequences" for Netflix if it didn't fire board member Susan Rice. Rice served in both the Obama and Biden administrations, and recently appeared on Preet Bharara's podcast, where she said corporations that "take a knee to Trump" are going to be "caught with more than their pants down. […]
    - 22 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 9:07pm -
  • newThis magazine plays Tetris — here’s how
    Tetris has been immortalized in a playable McDonald's plastic chicken nugget, a playable fake 7-Eleven Slurpee cup, and a playable wristwatch. But the most intriguing way to play Tetris yet is encased in paper. Last year the Tetris Company partnered with Red Bull for a gaming tournament that culminated in the 150-meter-tall Dubai Frame landmark […]
    - 23 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 7:33pm -
  • Retro camera shootout: Camp Snap Pro vs. Flashback One35 V2
    There's been a surge of interest over the last few years in inexpensive digital cameras. Younger folks are snapping up old point-and-shoots because they view the aesthetic as more authentic and more appealing than smartphone images. Companies are even rereleasing old tech at new prices. And there are cameras like the original Camp Snap: a […]
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 6:30pm -
  • America desperately needs new privacy laws
    This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the dire state of tech regulation, follow Adi Robertson. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started In 1973, long before the modern digital era, […]
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 6:30pm -
  • Arturia’s FX Collection 6 adds two new effects and a $99 intro version
    Arturia launched a new version of its flagship effects suite, FX Collection, which includes two new plug-ins, EFX Ambient and Pitch Shifter-910. FX Collection 6 also marks the introduction of an Intro version with a selection of six effects covering the basics for $99. That pales in comparison to the 39 effects in the full […]
    - 2 days ago 22 Feb 26, 2:40am -
  • Georgia says Elon Musk’s America PAC violated election law
    For all his bluster about voter fraud, Elon Musk has been one of the most flagrant flouters of US election law. Now his America PAC has been slapped with a reprimand by the Georgia State Election Board for sending out pre-filled absentee ballot applications. State law prohibits anyone, other than an authorized relative, from sending […]
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 10:25pm -

Apple Insider

  • new'F1: The Movie' sound team get a weekend of awards
    The sound design team for Apple TV hit "F1: The Movie" picked up one prestigious UK award on Saturday — and another on Sunday.Award-winning "F1 The Movie" is streaming on Apple TV - Image credit: AppleContinuing its track record of awards, all of those great engine noises in "F1: The Movie" have been acknowledged with two separate wins for its team. On Saturday February 21, 2026, they were honored by the Association of Motion Picture Sound (AMPS) at the Warner Bros offices in London."F1" sound…
    - 45 mins ago 23 Feb 26, 5:54pm -
  • newReboot: Podcast haircuts, in-car Apple TV, and the real F1 on big screens
    In this week's "Reboot" column, the unintended consequences of video on Apple Podcasts, Apple TV and AI on CarPlay, and Apple's big F1 push beyond your iPhone screen.This week, Apple Podcasts, CarPlay Apple TV, and the real F1, not the movie that appears here - Image Credit: AppleReboot is a new 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.After a week that saw new i…
    - 16 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 2:37am -
  • newVisual Intelligence & Apple wearables are Tim Cook's next big thing
    The AI pendant and AirPods with cameras are getting a big push from Apple CEO Tim Cook, with his Visual Intelligence chatter a big indicator of where Apple's focus is going.Looking up AirPods from an image on AppleInsider, using Visual IntelligenceRecent rumors have claimed Apple is working on a form of pin or pendant that works with Apple Intelligence. They, alongside other forecasts about AirPods with cameras, form part of an apparent third product category that Apple CEO Tim Cook is keen to i…
    - 21 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 9:46pm -
  • newExpect at least five announcements during Apple's March launch week
    Apple's early March string of announcements will include at least five product launches capped off by its triple-location event on March 4, with the budget MacBook and iPhone 17e tipped to appear.iPhone 17e and new MacBooks are expected in MarchAn "Apple Experience" is being held on March 4, which is widely expected to include multiple product launches. While no-one knows definitively what will be promoted by the company, it will consist of quite a few product introductions.In Sunday's "Power On…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 7:43pm -
  • newiPhone 18 Pro may come in deep red after success of its orange predecessor
    A new report claims that Apple will repeat the vibrant color of the iPhone 17 Pro Max and offer options including a return to a deep red for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, but not the iPhone Fold.Mockup of a deep red iPhone 18 Pro MaxIt has traditionally been that lower-end iPhones can get bright colors such as the purple iPhone 12, while with exceptions, the Pro models have more muted ones. Now according to Bloomberg, the iPhone 18 Pro line will also get stronger than usual colors.This is said to be sp…
    - 23 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 7:12pm -
  • Crime blotter: Man accused of stealing 60 iPhones from Walmart
    A Best Buy employee is accused of a MacBook discount scam, a man is wanted in the theft of MacBooks, and a campaign report says an ex-Senator improperly spent on Apple products, all in this week's Apple Crime BlotterMan in handcuffsThe latest in an occasional AppleInsider, looking at the world of Apple-related crime. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 6:17pm -
  • Apple faces more pain as Trump's global import tariff grows from 10% to 15%
    Barely 24 hours after responding to his "reciprocal" tariffs being struck down and his retaliation of a 10% global tariff, President Donald Trump has upped the damage by making it 15%.Tim Cook [left], President Donald Trump [right]On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled that sweeping tariffs introduced by President Trump were done illegally. While Trump's retaliation was expected, it seems that he didn't believe he went far enough with his new tariff plan.Trump introduced a new global import tariff o…
    - 2 days ago 22 Feb 26, 2:17am -
  • Apple's latest Ferret AI model is a step towards Siri seeing and controlling iPhone apps
    Apple is still working on ways to help Siri see apps on a display, as a new paper explains how it is working on a version of Ferret that will work locally on an iPhone.A ferret in the wild - Image Credit: Pixabay/Michael SehlmeyerThe work by Apple to bring Siri up to speed with other AI systems usable on a smartphone is gradually accelerating. While immediate attempts to bring a new more contextual Siri to fruition isn't quite ready for primetime, Apple is still looking to the future for other u…
    - 2 days ago 22 Feb 26, 1:13am -
  • Trump's 'reciprocal' tariffs that cost Apple billions shot down by Supreme Court
    Ten months after Trump imposed sweeping tariffs that hurt US businesses and consumers, and hit Apple to the tune of $3.2 billion, the Supreme Court has ruled that it was done illegally. Refunds will be messy.Trump launching his tariffs in April 2205Trump was always expected to introduce tariffs, but the extent of his April 2025 "Liberation Day" ones caught the world by surprise. The claimed mathematics behind the original rates was ridiculed, and then Trump further raised them to ostensibly puni…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 3:35am -
  • Trump fights back, replaces struck-down reciprocal tariffs with 10% global import tax
    Hours after the Supreme Court struck down broad "reciprocal" tariffs as unlawful, President Donald Trump lashed out at justices, and said he will impose a 10% global tariff under a different trade law with more restrictions and a timetable.President Trump introduces a global import tax. Image credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty ImagesThe announcement follows a 6-3 ruling that the earlier tariffs, imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, exceeded presidential authority and requir…
    - 3 days ago 21 Feb 26, 1:27am -
  • Best Apple deals: $79 iPhone Air MagSafe Battery, $299 Apple Watch Series 11, $115 AirPods 4
    This weekend, save $100 on Apple's latest smartwatch, get $20 off the iPhone Air MagSafe Battery, and pick up AirPods 4 for $114.95.Save on AirPods, iPhone Air MagSafe Battery, and Apple Watch this weekend.To kick off the weekend, Amazon is slashing prices on Apple gear, including AirPods, Watches, and the MagSafe Battery for the iPhone Air. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 11:42pm -
  • Apple's new MacBook colors nearly debuted in 2022 MacBook Air
    The colors that the upcoming budget MacBook will be sold in were reportedly first considered for the 2022 MacBook Air before Apple chose Silver, Starlight, and Space Gray.Apple's M2 MacBook Air nearly had some colorful optionsRumors currently have the low-cost MacBook shipping in blue, green, and yellow. Now, in a post on the Weibo Chinese social network, leaker Instant Digital says this isn't the first time these colors have been in the works.The post didn't elaborate on why Apple decided again…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:47pm -
  • Apple has its problems, but still the only real choice for privacy
    Apple didn't start out as the privacy company, but in the more than 12 years since iPhone 5s, it is the only company trying to offer privacy by default. Today, that's more necessary than ever.Apple's promise of privacy and security can't be ignored in today's political climateYou would think that after years of success with "Privacy, that's iPhone," other smartphone and computer manufacturers would catch on. Nope.No matter how much consumers vote with their wallets, everyone that isn't Apple aim…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:28pm -
  • Two new Apple Studio Displays could gatecrash March MacBook announcements
    References to two new Apple Studio Display models have been found in macOS 26.3 code, stacking up more potential product announcements before the May 4 Apple "Experience."Apple could be set to announce not one, but two new displays.Apple has confirmed that it will hold a special event on March 4, with rumors suggesting it could follow a week of announcements. A low-cost MacBook is expected to be the star of the show.Now, references to codenames J427 and J527 have been found in the macOS 26.3 upd…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:12pm -
  • March 4's Apple Experience, color MacBooks, and iOS 26.4 on the AppleInsider Podcast
    It's been a week of finding out just how much there is in the new iOS 26.4 beta, for learning about Apple's video podcast plans, and also for so many rumors of a new low-cost MacBook coming at a March unveiling, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Apple's March 4 experience (left) may introduce new features, but iOS 26.4 already hasWe didn't get an updated Siri in the developer beta of iOS 26.4, but it turned out that there is a lot else in there. From improvements to Stolen Device Protection and a…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:49pm -
  • Inside macOS 26 Preview - how to get the most out of an unexpectely powerful free tool
    Preview can do more than just show you a file in macOS, as it is especially handy for annotating images and editing PDFs. Here's everything you need to know about Preview in macOS 26 Tahoe.Preview in macOS 26 TahoePreview is one of the long-standing apps on macOS, having been included with the operating system for decades. In 2025, Preview finally moved over to iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, with a version tailored for mobile devices.It is also a severely underrated app, as it is chiefly used as a way to…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:41pm -
  • Brazil banks want 'free ride' access to iPhone NFC payments, says Apple
    Regulatory bodies around the globe are asking if Apple has a right to charge for access to the popular platforms built around iPhone. Apple keeps telling them yes — this time in Brazil.Apple charges for access to iPhone NFC for paymentsThe Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) in Brazil has been pursuing Apple on antitrust claims surrounding the App Store. The result was alternative app stores and external payment methods coming to Brazil, but now Apple's NFC rules are under fire.…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:55am -
  • GameSir G8 Plus review: an iterative upgrade fit for iPad mini fans
    The first GameSir G8 was an affordable return to iPhone grip controllers, and while its successor doesn't have any significant bells or whistles, it gains Apple certification and iPad mini support.GameSir G8 Plus reviewNot every product needs to blow us away with some revolutionary new feature or concept. Game controllers have found a fairly mature place, design-wise, so there's no need to rock the boat.The GameSir G8 Plus is an MFi-certified controller with a USB-C connector, rumble support, pr…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:52am -
  • Leaker's legal troubles haven't ended, as he makes more videos
    After a default ruling against him for failing to respond, YouTuber Jon Prosser is now facing a jury trial and deposition over his iOS 26 leaks.YouTuber Jon Prosser is set to be deposed, as part of a lawsuit filed against him by Apple.In July 2025, after revealing design details of what was then known as iOS 19, leaker Jon Prosser was sued by Apple for the alleged misappropriation of trade secrets. Things seemingly haven't gone well so far, even as he continues to post videos about Apple rumors.…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:39am -
  • Apple TV F1, MLS, MLB streaming reach expands to bars & restaurants
    A new partnership with EverPass will put Apple TV's growing slate of live sports on screens in bars, restaurants, and other commercial spaces.Apple TV sports reach expands with EverPass dealEverPass Media, a company that provides live sports content to commercial establishments, has announced a new partnership with Apple TV. The partnership will bring Formula 1, Major League Soccer, and Major League Baseball to EverPass Core customers at no additional cost."We are excited to partner with Apple a…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 3:26am -
  • iPhone satellite SOS helps save six skiers after Lake Tahoe avalanche
    Apple's Emergency SOS via satellite helped rescue six skiers after an avalanche near Lake Tahoe on February 18, according to California emergency officials.Apple's Emergency SOS featureAuthorities said the group maintained contact with rescuers for roughly four hours despite having no cellular coverage in backcountry terrain. The rescue offers a clear real-world example of Apple's satellite emergency system in a life-threatening situation.An avalanche hit a guided ski group in Nevada County, Cal…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 2:40am -
  • iPhone camera & microphone dot can be suppressed if you're already hacked
    Apple's camera and microphone indicators are supposed to tell iPhone users when the microphone or camera are on, but after a device is fully compromised with kernel-level access by another hack, Predator spyware can prevent those from appearing.Malware can defeat iOS privacy indicators for recordingCamera and microphone indicators, which first appeared in iOS 14, are a big part of Apple's privacy message. Users depend on them to know when recording is going on.Security researchers at Jamf found…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:35am -
  • Inexpensive MacBook is the perfect way to get users deeper into the Apple ecosystem
    Apple's low-cost MacBook will fill a long-standing gap in its lineup — and bring a new wave of users into the ecosystem.An AppleInsider rendition of what a multi-colored MacBook ad spot could look likeMarch 4 marks Apple's next big announcement day, which it plans to celebrate with three invite-only "experiences" in London, Shanghai, and New York City. If you follow the rumors and speculation, you'll know that Apple's allegedly getting ready to add a new, lower-priced MacBook back into its lin…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:03am -
  • If you want a transparent iPhone Air with a SIM slot, it'll cost you
    A transparent iPhone Air with a working SIM slot looked like a hardware hack for the ages, but it also showed exactly what got sacrificed when factory design margins disappeared.iPhone AirIn a new video, YouTuber Linzin took viewers on a 22-minute journey through Huaqiangbei, China's famous electronics market. There, technicians worked their magic by laser-stripping the rear glass of an iPhone Air for a see-through effect.They didn't stop there and milled space for a SIM slot directly into the f…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 12:36am -
  • Perplexity's Comet AI browser is coming to iPhone soon
    Perplexity has confirmed that its AI-powered web browser Comet will finally come to the iPhone in March 2026. Expect to have to make significant in-app purchases to maybe make it better than Safari.Perplexity's Comet browser comes to iPhone on March 11, 2026The browser, which is already available to Mac users, is available for preorder from the App Store. However, while the iPhone version is set to release on March 11, the iPad version doesn't appear to be ready just yet.While Comet can be used…
    - 4 days ago 20 Feb 26, 12:00am -
  • How to get into classic arcade gaming on Apple TV with RetroArch
    You can play classic computer games from the comfort of your couch by using RetroArch with the Apple TV. Here's how to get retro gaming on Apple's streaming box.RetroArch works on the Apple TVRetro gaming on Apple's ecosystem enjoyed a revival in 2024, as Apple updated its App Store Review Guidelines to allow emulators into the App Store. The change led to a gold rush of emulators arriving in the digital storefront, providing ways to play classic titles on your iPhone or iPad.The change also mad…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:32pm -
  • Full internet by satellite could come via an Apple-designed iPhone or iPad case
    Apple's iPhone satellite capabilities can grow, but physics are remorseless. There's still a limit on how much satellite internet can do and how fast it can do it — unless Apple produces a case that it has been researching that doubles as a big antenna.When Apple first launched Emergency SOS via Satellite with the iPhone 14 back in 2022, it was remarkable idea that since then has saved many lives. Apple has improved it since, and has plans for much more in future, but there is always an issue…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:28pm -
  • Plagiarism probe ends, Apple TV thriller 'The Hunt' debuts soon
    A plagiarism investigation into Apple TV's "The Hunt" has ended after three months, and there is now a debut date for the thriller."The Hunt" on Apple TVThe six-episode French-language drama was scheduled to launch on December 3, 2025. In late November, it disappeared from Apple's platform after reports surfaced that it may have been mislabeled as an original work.Apple removed The Hunt from listings and promotional placements days before its premiere without public explanation. Subsequent repor…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:50pm -
  • West Virginia sues Apple over iCloud child porn hosting
    West Virginia's attorney general believes iCloud is the greatest platform ever made to distribute child porn, and is the first government to sue Apple after a previous class action failed.Apple is under fire over its handling of CSAM on iCloud serversMcCuskey's office also cited a 2020 text message from a then-Apple anti-fraud lead as saying that Apple's decisions over the way it handles iCloud and the storing of images make it "the greatest platform for distributing child porn."In a statement t…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:11pm -
  • A leaked internal email shows Ring's plan targets more than pets
    In perhaps the least surprising news of the decade, a leaked email confirms Ring had every intention of tracking people and not just pets with its doorbells.Jamie Siminoff, founder of RingRing, a home security company known for its widely adopted video doorbells, bought a Super Bowl ad space. And, within 30 seconds, the company managed to kill off any remaining goodwill it had with the general public, forcing it to back off from a proposed partnership with Flock Safety.The idea was pitched as ha…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 9:18pm -
  • A FaceBook smart watch is okay, if you don't value privacy
    Meta has reportedly revived its abandoned Facebook Watch, plans to release it in 2026, and is probably rubbing its corporate hands at what health data it will learn from you, and then turn around and monetize.Facebook HeadquartersBack in 2021, Facebook had plans to make a smartwatch, and it was far enough along that there was even a leaked image of just how much it looked like an Apple Watch.Nothing came of it back then, but maybe not for technological reasons. It was also in 2021 that the Faceb…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 9:12pm -
  • March madness: What Apple is getting ready to launch
    The rumor mill is in overdrive. These are the best candidates — and the also-rans — for what Apple will launch and then have an "experience" to demo on March 4.The more likely Apple launches for early MarchIt seems the March 4 Apple Experience won't be an actual launch of new products in Apple's catalog, but instead capping off multiple announcements during the week. That gives Apple a lot of opportunity to promote multiple items.With the breadth of rumored devices on the docket, including m…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 8:16pm -
  • No, iPhone 18 won't have Mac-like MagSafe charging
    Here we go again, with a viral TikTok with no basis in fact. The latest lie claims that the iPhone 18 will ditch USB-C and feature a tiny MacBook-like MagSafe plug.Apple really should bring proper MagSafe to the iPhoneIt's pretty common these days. A TikTok lie about Apple pops up, and it's passed around and cloned on the site. Millions of hits later, it reaches the ears of mainstream media, who pick it up like it's gospel, straight from Tim Cook's desk.The latest lie is that the 2026 iPhone is…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 7:52pm -
  • Race to the IMAX theater: Apple TV & F1 will screen live races
    Apple TV and IMAX have announced a program of F1 races to be screened live across the US, starting with the Miami Grand Prix in May 2026.Brad Pitt in "F1""F1: The Movie" was not only Apple's biggest success in films to date, it was also the top earning movie for IMAX theatres in 2025. Now IMAX has announced a new deal with Apple TV to bring live screenings of F1 races to "at least 50 IMAX locations nationwide."Fl is a rapidly growing force in sports and culture in the US, and by bringing F1 on A…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 7:51pm -
  • Buck-passing Zuckerberg ropes Apple into his defense in social media safety trial
    In a court case concerning the mental health effects of social media, Mark Zuckerberg's defense includes that he tried to discuss the issue with Tim Cook, who, obviously, doesn't run a social media platform.Meta CEO Mark ZuckerbergThe trial concerns in part the issue of age verification, which Meta has previously tried to dodge by saying Apple and Google should deal with it rather than any application. The case is a specific one brought to a Los Angeles court by a 19-year-old who claims social m…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 5:59pm -
  • AI agents are coming to CarPlay, but they're not getting the keys
    Apple is formally making room for AI agents in the car, adding a new voice-based conversational app category to CarPlay in iOS 26.4.Siri remains the system-level voice assistant in CarPlayApple's February 9, 2026 update to the CarPlay Developer Guide introduces a new CarPlay entitlement category for voice-driven conversational apps. The move creates an official path for third-party AI assistants to operate inside CarPlay rather than relying solely on Siri.The change arrives as generative AI beco…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 8:37am -
  • Berkshire trims Apple stake but keeps the stock as a $62 billion anchor
    Berkshire Hathaway reduced its Apple stake by 4% in the fourth quarter of 2025, but Apple remains the conglomerate's largest equity holding by a wide margin.Berkshire Hathaway trims its Apple investmentA February 17 regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission shows Berkshire trimmed its Apple position during the quarter ended December 31, 2025. Apple was still valued at roughly $62 billion within Berkshire's portfolio at year's end.The filing also shows Berkshire sold 77%…
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 10:40pm -
  • Lowest price ever: M5 iPad Pro plunges to $799
    Amazon has slashed $200 off the M5 iPad Pro, bringing the cost down to a record low $799.91.Get an M5 iPad Pro for just $799.99 while supplies last - Image credit: AppleApple's latest M5 11-inch iPad Pro is on sale at Amazon for $799.91 in Space Black, delivering the lowest price on record this Wednesday.Buy M5 iPad Pro for $799.91 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 9:59pm -
  • March 4 international Apple Experiences may follow week of online launches
    Apple may return to its marketing playbook, delivering multiple press releases of big products in just a few days, then highlight them all at the international March 4 "experiences."Apple's experience logo has many layers. The announcement of a special event on March 4 has led to wild speculation of what Apple could introduce at the time. However, with so many oddities surrounding it all, it may not be as straightforward as people think.On Tuesday, Daring Fireball's John Gruber proposed that App…
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 6:38pm -
  • Apple Music Connect is reborn as a marketing tool for the music industry
    Apple's failed social media platform Apple Music Connect is back, but this time not for fans. Instead, it's a set of promotion tools for record labels.Apple Music has added a new central resource for record industry professionalsIt's not as if Apple starts up and abandons social media programs as often as Google kills off apps, but it feels close. Alongside better-known failures such as Ping, there was Apple Music Connect, which started in 2015 and died in 2019.Now Apple has brought it back —…
    - 5 days ago 18 Feb 26, 5:47pm -
  • Apple Car Key support now available on the 2026 Toyota Rav4
    Users of the Apple Wallet app can now use a digital Car Key to lock and unlock the Toyota Rav4, but the feature's availability has yet to expand to other Toyota vehicles.Apple Car Key can be used to unlock the 2026 Toyota Rav4. Screenshot credit: Reddit user Piecake1234Since 2020, the Car Key feature has allowed iPhone and Apple Watch owners to unlock and start their cars with the use of mobile devices. According to a social media post spotted on Monday, the 2026 Toyota Rav4 has gained support f…
    - 6 days ago 18 Feb 26, 4:25am -
  • Apple Health gets new Average Bedtime metric in iOS 26.4 beta
    The Apple Health app has just been updated with two key changes — a new Average Bedtime metric and a blood oxygen graph in the Vitals section.Apple Health now has an Average Bedtime metric.With the release of the first iOS 26.4 developer beta on Monday, enhancements for Apple Podcasts and Apple Music apps were introduced. Another system application, Apple Health, was modified as well. It now offers additional sleep-related information to iPhone users.To be more specific, Apple Health has recei…
    - 6 days ago 18 Feb 26, 2:23am -
  • iTunes TV & Movies apps exit stage left in tvOS 26.4 beta
    Predictably, the tvOS 26.4 developer beta has removed the apps for iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows, migrating users to the TV app for media purchases and playback.iTunes TV Shows in the tvOS home screen before the tvOS 26.4 developer betaApple has slowly been migrating users away from buying content from the iTunes TV Shows and Movies apps for a few years. In Monday's developer beta, Apple has taken another step to kill off the apps completely.Under the developer beta, Apple has removed the iT…
    - 6 days ago 18 Feb 26, 1:34am -
  • Apple Intelligence pendant & AirPods with cameras reportedly getting renewed focus
    In the face of competition from Open AI and Meta, Apple is said to be redoubling its efforts to get a wearable pendant and camera-equipped AirPods right.A pin of the Apple Intelligence logo. Not an Apple Intelligence pinIn a bid to follow the AI marketplace trends, Apple is rumored to be working on a number of new products that take advantage of artificial intelligence. If a Tuesday report on the topic is correct, Apple is keen to make them a reality.According to Bloomberg, Apple held an all-han…
    - 6 days ago 18 Feb 26, 12:42am -
  • Apple eyes 2027 for AI smart glasses built around context, not screens
    Apple is accelerating development of AI-powered smart glasses designed to pair with iPhone, with production targeted for late 2026 and a potential launch in 2027.Apple Vision Pro might get a slimmer companionApple's new wearable, code-named N50, is a premium device with Siri and advanced computer vision. It's the company's alternative to Apple Vision Pro, aiming to avoid the bulk and high cost that hindered Apple Vision Pro's popularity.Additionally, it shows Apple's effort to expand Apple Intel…
    - 6 days ago 18 Feb 26, 12:36am -
  • Qualcomm iPhone modem cost inflation suit in UK ends with undisclosed agreement
    A long-running UK challenge to what Qualcomm charged Apple for smartphone modems has concluded, as the consumer group that filed the case has chosen to end it after years of litigation.UK group drops Qualcomm royalty lawsuitBritish consumer group Which? is withdrawing a five-year-long case against Qualcomm seeking damages over artificially inflated prices on iPhone modems. Initially, the group sought damages of more than $650 million for 29 million customers in the UK.In 2021, consumer group "Wh…
    - 6 days ago 17 Feb 26, 11:09pm -
  • Fix blurry photos, upscale, and enhance image quality with this Mac app
    Aiarty Image Enhancer makes it easy to enhance photo quality, restore old photos, reduce low-light noise, fix soft focus, upscale images, and bring back natural clarity.Fix blurry photos. Image source: DigiartyWhile iPhones and the Mac Photos app have been collecting your photos for years, those decades-old photo assets often fall short on modern 4K screens and large prints.Can you remedy old iPhone photos, low-light noisy shots, historical albums from early-2000s photo sharing sites, and soft,…
    - 10 days ago 13 Feb 26, 6:49pm -
  • Beelink Mate mini 80Gbps Dock review: Port expansion without the bandwidth limit
    Finally, a relatively inexpensive storage and ports dock for the M4 Mac mini that isn't bandwidth constrained.Beelink Mate mini DockFor many years, Thunderbolt and USB docks have been designed to neatly fit underneath your Mac mini. There have been good ones, and bad ones.In the 15 years I've been doing this gig facing the Internet, I've repeatedly seen the same problem crop up in terms of bandwidth. More recently, I've reviewed a pile of hubs that use 10 gigabit USB-C instead of 40 gigabit plus…
    - 5 Nov 25, 7:21am -
  • How to add third-party cards to Apple Wallet app in iOS 26
    You probably know the Apple Wallet app can store credit and debit cards, but it can also hold unsupported rewards and membership cards. Here's how to get it done in iOS 26.Add rewards cards to your Apple WalletLike most of us, you've probably collected dozens of membership and rewards cards over the years. And somehow, you always seem to misplace them right when you need them most.Instead of spending forever digging through a wallet, purse, or bag, you could just keep your rewards cards in the W…
    - 28 Oct 25, 8:36am -
  • How to use an iPad as a screen for the Nintendo Switch 2
    The Nintendo Switch 2 is a massive hit, but its relatively small screen size is still limiting. Here's how to use an iPad as an external display for better gaming.The welcome screen of the new Switch 2 on our iPad ProNintendo has reportedly sold more than five million units of its new portable gaming device. The new handheld sports a new 7.9-inch display, along with updated controllers, a better design, and a much faster processor.What's always been great about the Switch, is that unlike other c…
    - 3 Jul 25, 2:44am -

MacWorld

  • new2026 iPad mini: All the rumors in one place
    MacworldThe iPad mini isn’t on the same update cadence as Apple’s other tablets. Where the iPad and iPad Air generally get annual refreshes, and the iPad Pro gets a new model every 18 months, the iPad mini can often go years without an update. As such, the current iPad mini, which was released in October 2024, isn’t expected to get an update until later this year. But it could be worth the wait.2026 iPad mini: At a glanceA18 Pro, N1, C1XPossible OLED displaySame de…
    - 54 mins ago 23 Feb 26, 5:45pm -
  • newHow cheap is a cheap MacBook, really?
    MacworldThere’s probably not long to go now. Based on Apple’s looming “global experience” on March 4, dwindling stock of the M1 MacBook Air, and a near-universal consensus among pundits and leakers, the much-anticipated cheap MacBook will be with us in the next week or two. But we still don’t know the answer to the key question.Exactly how cheap are we talking about?Because here’s the thing: As a general rule, Apple doesn’t do cheap. It prefers to focus on the premiu…
    - 2 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 5:00pm -
  • newWord, Excel & PowerPoint at your service for $30
    MacworldTL;DR: Classic Office apps on your Mac for $29.97 — buy once, skip monthly fees forever.It’s the same old story with those free apps. Formatting breaks, spreadsheets behave weirdly, or a file someone sends you just doesn’t look right. Suddenly, you’re exporting, re-exporting, and wishing you were using the real thing.Right now, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac is $29.97 (MSRP $229) — which makes the usual “subscription vs ownership” debate a…
    - 5 hours ago 23 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • newApple’s next Macs will finally check every box
    MacworldAccording to rumors, 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for the Mac, starting in just a couple of weeks with Apple’s first event (or “experience”) of the year. Along with the usual faster chips, Apple reportedly has new tricks up its sleeve in 2026, with several new features that will have Mac users everywhere saying, “Finally!” Here are four major overdue announcements we expect to arrive this year.A budget MacBookiPhone fans have long pined for a truly afford…
    - 22 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 8:30pm -
  • This $149.99 Bitcoin solo miner is $50 today
    MacworldTL;DR: The BlockChance™ Bitcoin Ticket Miner gives you the chance to win a full Bitcoin block, and it’s on sale today for $50.Most people assume Bitcoin mining is only for big warehouses full of noisy hardware, but it’s actually very easy for anyone to get into. The BlockChance Bitcoin Ticket Miner turns solo mining into more of a low-power lottery that can sit quietly on your desk without you needing to do a thing, and it’s on sale. Instead of paying $149.99, rig…
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • Tech prices are going up, but these MacBooks are still under $200
    MacworldTL;DR: This MacBook Air is only $199.97 right now, and shipping is free.The RAM shortage is already starting to affect computer prices, but it hasn’t touched refurbished devices yet. If you need a low-cost computer for the basics, this MacBook Air is still a good option for only $199.97 (MSRP $999).Inside, this MacBook has a 1.8GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 128GB solid-state drive. That combination is enough for web browsing, note-taking, light photo…
    - 1 day ago 22 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • Normally $1,999, this MacBook Pro is $430 today
    MacworldTL;DR: Until February 22 at 11:59 p.m. PT, these MacBook Pros are only $430.Now is a tough time to need a better computer. Tech prices are going up, but that doesn’t mean you can’t upgrade. This 2020 MacBook Pro is in near-mint condition, but it’s still only $429.97 (reg. $1,999) right now.This 13-inch MacBook Pro comes with a 10th Gen Intel Core i5 quad-core processor that runs at 2.0GHz, so everyday work like browsing, video calls, and document editing feels s…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • This $20 tool is the declutter button your camera roll needed
    MacworldTL;DR: CleanMy Phone scans duplicates, compresses media, and organizes your camera roll so your iPhone feels new again — for just $19.99.You know the warning: “iPhone Storage Full.” Suddenly, you’re speed-deleting photos from 2017, removing apps you still probably need, and debating whether one blurry brunch pic is worth iCloud rent.Instead, there’s an affordable and easy solution.CleanMy Phone (now $19.99, normally $44.99) acts like a spring cleaning crew…
    - 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • Apple TV this week: ‘The Last Thing He Told Me’ season 2 is now streaming
    MacworldWhat’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s service, too. f you want to know what’s on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV shows and movies.Updated February 20, 2026: The second season of The Last Thing He Told Me is now st…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 10:45pm -
  • Get a free storage upgrade with this M5 MacBook Pro deal
    MacworldListen, we love MacBooks around here, but we hate paying Apple’s storage upgrade prices. That’s why today’s deal is so good: B&H Photo is selling the M5 MacBook Pro with 1TB of storage space for $1,599, the same price as the 512GB version. Now that’s a deal worth getting!So, the 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 is an absolute beast of a laptop that we gave a 4.5-star rating to and our Editors’ Choice award. We loved the improved CPU and GPU performance, as well as how speedy t…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 10:37pm -
  • Dwindling M1 Air stock points to imminent release of a budget MacBook
    MacworldApple’s long-rumored cheap MacBook appears to have come a step closer to launch, with the discovery that Walmart has stopped selling new units of the low-cost M1 MacBook Air.As first reported by PC Mag, searching for the late-2020 machine on the U.S. site with the “new” filter checked brings up three buying options: the 256GB in Space Gray or gold, and a listing for the 512GB model, which hasn’t been available since 2024. All three now show as out of stock for shipping…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:27pm -
  • macOS 26.3 might have just spilled Apple’s biggest March 4 secrets
    MacworldAs we have extensively covered, Apple is rumored to soon introduce new products, as the company recently confirmed a special announcement for March 4. Among the expected products are a low-cost MacBook and a new generation of Studio Display.If you needed more evidence that these products will soon be arriving in stores, here’s proof from Apple itself. Code from macOS 26.3, released last week to the public, confirms the existence of such devices.As discovered by Macworld,…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:57pm -
  • The retro iPod that never was
    MacworldApple is known for being secretive about what goes on inside its offices, whether it’s about upcoming products or things from the past. Still, from time to time, we get a glimpse into internal projects that were never meant to see the light of day. What if we told you that Apple once considered launching a “retro iPod”?Thanks to newly published material by former Apple designer Jon Stoa, we now have a fascinating glimpse into never-before-seen marketing concepts. They no…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:45pm -
  • Best Apple Watch chargers, stands, power banks & docks 2026
    MacworldApple ships a simple but effective charging cable with the Apple Watch that will fast-charge an Apple Watch Series 7 or later (Watch 8/9/10/11, Watch Ultra 1/2/3). You won’t find a faster charging accessory but you can also choose from a wide range of stylish and practical charging stands, docks and power banks for your Apple Watch—including some that can also charge other Apple devices such as your iPhone and AirPods.Here, we round up the best Apple Watch chargers, docks…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 2:30pm -
  • This 3-day sale on 10TB of storage can end your cloud anxiety
    MacworldTL;DR: Internxt’s 10TB lifetime plan replaces recurring storage subscriptions with private, encrypted cloud space you own forever for just $249.97 — but the sale ends Feb. 22.Most people don’t realize they’re paying for a subscription just to be able to revisit their own life.Photos, videos, documents — they pile up until your phone hits the dreaded storage warning. Then begins the cycle: upgrade your plan, promise it’s the last time, repeat next year.T…
    - 3 days ago 20 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • No, Apple won’t drop USB-C from the iPhone 18
    MacworldMost iPhone fans are currently focused on the imminent launch of the iPhone 17e, which could be here in a matter of days. But one dubious rumor doing the rounds on social media right now concerns a flagship phone from the next generation. It’s just a shame that it’s almost certainly wrong.This TikTok video, which at the time of writing has been viewed more than 17 million times, purports to show the charging port of the iPhone 18. (Or “iPhone18,” as it’s labelled by…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:48pm -
  • Get 5 2nd-gen AirTags for the price of 4 with this rare Costco deal
    MacworldApple has a new AirTag for sale, but you’re probably not rushing out to buy one since you can still get the old ones for cheaper. But this deal may change your mind: Costco is throwing in a free AirTag when you buy a 4-pack for $100, essentially giving you five new AirTags for the price of 4, a savings of $45 on the price of buying five AirTags individually. (Note: You don’t need to be a member to take advantage of this deal.)Apple’s 2nd-gen of AirTags have the same siz…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 11:22pm -
  • Apple’s budget MacBook coming soon: What to expect
    MacworldApple’s MacBook lineup could be in for a major shakeup. The company is reportedly planning on releasing a new, low-cost laptop that can compete with Chromebooks and Windows laptops in the budget market. Such a laptop could bring the Mac to a whole new class of users.The new MacBook may feature an aluminum design in playful colors, an A19 Pro chip, Ultra Retina XDR OLED display, fewer ports, and Apple’s C2 modem. This new, low-cost MacBook could be a very popular one, w…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 10:13pm -
  • Apple iPhone 17e: Release date, specs, features & price – what to expect
    MacworldApple launched a new series of iPhones at the end of 2025: the iPhone 17, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max, as well as a brand new iPhone Air, but there was no new iPhone 17e for those hoping for an update to the budget iPhone.This wasn’t a surprise: Apple released the iPhone 16e in February 2025 to replace the iPhone SE, so an update to the iPhone “e” series phones wasn’t expected to arrive until early 2026.If you’re considering buying an iPhone 17e, this is the place to k…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 6:58pm -
  • ChatGPT is your iPhone’s secret superpower
    MacworldAI is rapidly being integrated into the hardware and services we depend on, including iPhones, iPads, and Macs. While Apple’s in-house AI models remain relatively limited for now, Apple users have other options: most appealingly, the company has natively baked OpenAI’s popular ChatGPT into its systems. This enables you to easily fetch up-to-date information, polish text, generate images, and much more.If you’re not already using AI to accelerate your everyday workflows,…
    - 4 days ago 19 Feb 26, 5:45pm -