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  • newTop Stories: Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' Event, Plus New Mac mini and Mac Studio
    It turned out to be a big week for Apple news this week, as we not only got an official announcement about the upcoming iPhone event but also several hardware announcements including updated Mac mini and Mac Studio models.Anticipation continues to build for Apple's first foldable iPhone coming at next month's event, while subscribers to the Apple TV streaming service are getting hit with another price increase, so read on below for all of the details.Top StoriesApple Event Announced…
    - 5 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newAmazon Offers Early Savings on 2026 Mac Mini, Plus Record Low on AirTag 2
    Apple introduced the M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini this week, and Amazon currently has the first pre-order discounts on these models ahead of their September launch. Below, we're also tracking a new record low price on the AirTag 2 during Amazon's Labor Day event.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.Mac Mini Pre-OrdersWhat's the deal? Take up to $29…
    - 5 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 6:01pm -
  • newSteve Jobs' 8th Grade Science Project Sells for $34,375
    A science project that Apple co-founder Steve Jobs built for his 8th-grade science fair sold at auction for $34,375.Jobs was attending Cupertino Jr. High when he designed the project, which is titled "What is the SCR?" The lot includes a display board built from plywood with three explanatory panels and a 10-page report with the same title.The left panel has a wooden model of a "typical silicon-controlled rectifier with its four alternate layers of P- and N-Type semiconductor material,…
    - 22 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 12:54am -
  • newWhich Macs Will Get an M6 Chip and Which Won't?
    Apple announced new Mac mini machines this week, and the lower-end models include the first M6 chip. The M6 era will be a little complicated, because few Macs are going to get it. We won't have M6 Pro or M6 Max chips, which shakes up the Mac lineup for the next couple of years.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.Devices With M6The ‌Mac mini‌ is the first Mac with an M6, but the chip is going to come to a couple of other products in the lineup. MacBook Pro…
    - 24 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 11:41pm -
  • newApple's Siri Settlement: Here's When iPhone Owners Can Submit Claims
    In May, Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit over Siri AI's delayed launch, and eligible iPhone users could receive up to a $95 payout. Today, a new court document revealed when customers will likely be able to begin submitting claims.If the dates proposed by Apple's lawyers are approved by the judge, eligible customers would begin to be notified about the settlement on Monday, September 21 this year, and claim submissions would likely begin around that da…
    - 24 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 11:31pm -
  • This New App Brings 1990s 'After Dark' Screen Savers to Modern macOS
    As noted by Daring Fireball's John Gruber, developer Jeff Halter has released a new Afterglow app that allows you to run classic After Dark screen savers on modern macOS versions."Afterglow is an emulator built specifically for running After Dark modules -- the original 68k module code, not a remake or port -- with no dependencies on ROMs or classic Mac OS," said Halter, who has several fun nostalgic projects, such as After Dark space shooter Lunacy and HyperCard player Stacks.This article,…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:46pm -
  • The MacRumors Show: Apple's Surprisingly Big Week of Announcements
    It's been an unusually big week for Apple announcements. On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, the M6 and M5 Ultra chips, and invites to Apple's September event. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videosApple confirmed on Wednesday that its annual iPhone event will take place on Wednesday, September 9 at Apple Park, starting at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, with select members of the media invited to attend. The event's t…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:42pm -
  • Apple TV Buys an Existing Hit for the First Time Ever
    Apple TV has bought the worldwide rights to "Small Prophets," breaking with how it normally operates in acquiring an existing English-language hit rather than commissioning a show of its own from the start.‌Apple TV‌ has typically developed or, at the very least, commissioned shows in-house and given them their premiere on the service, regardless of where they may eventually end up. This was the model behind the BBC's "Trying," which ‌Apple TV‌+ produced first and later licensed…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:22pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro Pre-Orders May Start at an Unusual Time
    Pre-orders of Apple's iPhone 18 Pro may not open until Saturday, September 12, a day later than the company's usual schedule, according to a new report.Apple is set to hold its annual iPhone event on Wednesday, September 9, where the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ models, its first-ever foldable iPhone, and the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 are all expected to be announced. Under Apple's typical launch plan, pre-orders begin the Friday immediately following the event, with devices shipping th…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:47pm -
  • What NOT to Expect at Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' September 9 Event
    Apple's annual fall event takes place on Wednesday, September 9, when it is expected to unveil new iPhone 18 Pro models, the first foldable iPhone, an Apple Watch Series 12, a fourth-generation Apple Watch Ultra, and potentially AirPods 5. Apple may also make some additional new products available at its "Surprise and shine" event, but there are a handful of rumored upcoming devices that we don't expect to make an appearance this month.To help set expectations ahead of Apple's "Surprise an…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:24pm -
  • Apple One Just Went Up in Price
    As a result of Apple TV receiving a price increase today, the Apple One Individual plan has also gone up in price.In the U.S., for example, the Apple One Individual plan now costs $21.95 per month, up from $19.95 per month. Apple One Family and Apple One Premier are not affected, but those plans already went up in price last month alongside an Apple Music price increase.Today's Apple TV and Apple One price increases affect the U.S., Brazil, Chile, and Mexico only.Tag: Apple OneThis artic…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:31pm -
  • Apple TV Streaming Service Receives Price Increase
    Apple today informed MacRumors and others that the Apple TV streaming service is receiving a price increase in the U.S. starting today.As a result of the Apple TV price increase, the Apple One Individual bundle has also gone up in price, with all of today's changes outlined below.Apple TV (Monthly): $14.99 per month (up from $12.99 per month)Apple TV (Annually): $119 per year (up from $99 per year)Apple One (Individual): $21.95 per month (up from $19.95 per month)Apple TV also rece…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:48pm -
  • Apple's M6 Mac Mini Gets First Pre-Order Discounts at Amazon
    Amazon today has introduced the first cash discounts on Apple's brand new Mac mini, with discounts including two of the M6 models as well as the M5 Pro model. All of these deals are pre-order discounts on the 2026 Mac mini, which officially launches on September 22.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 16GB RAM/256GB SSD Mac mini for $879.99, down…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:44pm -
  • Apple Watch SE 3 Hits New Low Price of $199.99 on Amazon
    You can get the 44mm GPS Apple Watch SE for just $199.99 today on Amazon, down from $279.00. This is a steep discount on the wearable that beats the previous all-time low price by about $30, and matches the record low price of the 40mm GPS model of the smartwatch.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.This is the Apple Watch SE with the Midnight Aluminum Case and…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:36pm -
  • Apple Pledges Donation for Nepal and Tibet Flood Relief
    Apple CEO Tim Cook today pledged that the company will make a donation toward relief and rebuilding work in Nepal and Tibet, where flash floods and mudslides have killed hundreds of people.On Wednesday, part of a Himalayan glacier collapsed, briefly damming a river before a surge of water and mud hit communities downstream. Many people are dead or missing, and roads, bridges, and homes near the Nepal–Tibet border have been destroyed.Our thoughts are with all those affected by the tra…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:33pm -
  • Spatial Audio in CarPlay Now Rolling Out in Volvo Vehicles
    Volvo this week confirmed that Spatial Audio support in CarPlay, powered by Dolby Atmos, is now rolling out to EX90 models via a software update.Volvo first detailed Spatial Audio for the EX60, EX90, and ES90 in July. It requires the optional Bowers & Wilkins sound system.Related Roundup: CarPlayTag: VolvoRelated Forum: HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "Spatial Audio in CarPlay Now Rolling Out in Volvo Vehicles" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this articl…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:05pm -
  • Pikachu Visits Apple Park, Meets Tim Cook and John Ternus
    Tim Cook shared an inside look at the work he is doing behind the scenes as he prepares to step down as Apple's CEO next week. Cook has been preparing incoming CEO John Ternus for the transition over the last several months, and today he introduced Ternus to popular Pokémon character Pikachu.Cook said he and Ternus met with the Pokémon team to talk gaming. The accompanying video features Pikachu exploring the Apple Park campus, including dancing under the rainbow arch and picking an appl…
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 3:40am -
  • Tim Cook Stepping Down as Apple CEO Next Week: 15 Years in Quotes
    Tim Cook will be stepping down as Apple's CEO in just five more days, with the company's hardware engineering chief John Ternus set to take over.Below, we have surfaced some of Cook's notable quotes over his 15 years leading Apple.August 2011, in an email to Apple employees upon becoming CEO:I want you to be confident that Apple is not going to change. I cherish and celebrate Apple's unique principles and values. Steve built a company and culture that is unlike any other in the world a…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 11:43pm -
  • 2025 vs. 2026 Mac Studio Buyer's Guide: All Upgrades Compared
    Apple this week announced a new Mac Studio with the M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, discontinuing the M4 Max and M3 Ultra models that had been on sale since March 2025.The machine's design is unchanged for a fifth consecutive year, with all of the upgrades being internal. The table below details everything that changed regardless of whether you choose a Max or an Ultra chip. The two tables that follow break down the differences within each tier.What Changed Across Both ModelsHere's everyt…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 10:00pm -
  • LG Labor Day Sale Brings Major Discounts on OLED TVs and Monitors
    LG is hosting a Labor Day sale on its website this week, with deals on monitors, TVs, home appliances, and more. LG's discounts have been automatically applied and do not require any discount codes or special memberships.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with LG. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Highlights of the event include up to $700 off select LG monitors and up to $2,700 off LG's best TV sets. Rega…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 8:40pm -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • Apple Pushes for Faster Discovery in OpenAI Trade Secrets Case
    Apple is intensifying its legal fight with OpenAI, asking a court to accelerate discovery in a dispute over alleged misuse of confidential information. Apple filed the lawsuit in July 2026 and has since pushed for faster access to documents and witnesses. OpenAI, however, argues that expedited discovery is unnecessary. The company says Apple will receive […]The post Apple Pushes for Faster Discovery in OpenAI Trade Secrets Case appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 3:30am -
  • Apple Maps Ads Begin Appearing on iPhones in US and Canada
    Apple Maps is entering a new phase as sponsored listings begin appearing for iPhone users. The rollout has started gradually across parts of the United States and Canada after months of preparation. Apple first confirmed its plan to introduce advertising to Maps in March. The company linked the move to its broader Apple Business expansion […]The post Apple Maps Ads Begin Appearing on iPhones in US and Canada appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 3:08am -
  • Ted Lasso Season 5 Filming Set to Begin in January 2027
    Apple appears ready to keep the Ted Lasso momentum going. Production on the hit comedy’s fifth season could begin as early as January 2027, according to a new report. The news follows a strong start for Season 4. Its premiere generated nearly 300 million U.S. viewing minutes during its first two days. Moreover, the launch […]The post Ted Lasso Season 5 Filming Set to Begin in January 2027 appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 9:08am -
  • Trump Eyes Apple China Memory Deal for Trade Leverage
    Rising memory costs may be pushing Apple toward an unusual supply-chain option. However, that commercial request could also become part of a much larger diplomatic discussion between Washington and Beijing. According to a report based on an unverified Chinese leak, Apple has sought permission to purchase memory from Chinese producer CXMT. The company is currently […]The post Trump Eyes Apple China Memory Deal for Trade Leverage appeared first on TUAW.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:59am -
  • Apple Tests AI Virtual Shopping Assistant in Apple Store App
    Apple has started testing a new Virtual Shopping Assistant inside its Apple Store app for selected iPhone users. The AI-powered feature can answer product questions, provide order information, and help shoppers connect with a specialist. The rollout remains limited. However, its appearance confirms that a feature previously mentioned in an Apple privacy document has moved […]The post Apple Tests AI Virtual Shopping Assistant in Apple Store App appeared first on TUAW.
    - 5 days ago 24 Aug 26, 8:52pm -
  • iPhone 20 Rumors Point to Thinner, Rounder Glass Design
    Speculation about the iPhone 20 is growing even before the iPhone 18 reaches consumers. New claims suggest the future flagship could feature a thinner body, rounded materials, and much more glass. The device is expected to mark the iPhone’s 20th anniversary in 2027. However, the latest information remains an early rumor rather than a confirmed […]The post iPhone 20 Rumors Point to Thinner, Rounder Glass Design appeared first on TUAW.
    - 5 days ago 24 Aug 26, 8:31pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newApple weekend deals: M6 Mac mini, AirPods Pro 3, AirTag 2, iPhone 17 Pro, more
    We are ready to touch down for your 9to5Toys Lunch Break weekend edition. This time around our deals are landing alongside truck loads of price drops from the Amazon 2026 Labor Day sale, as well as the ongoing $50 discount on AirPods Pro 3 and the all-time low on AirTag 2 at $20 a pop. Some other highlights include Amazon’s best prices ever on iPhone 17 Pro at up to $290 off the new list prices and the very first discounts on Apple’s brand new M6 and M5 Pro Mac mini. Check it all out below…
    - 6 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 5:43pm -
  • newApple @ Work: Parallels Desktop 27 brings OpenGL 4.3 and AI acceleration to Apple Silicon
    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, and 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…
    - 6 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 5:30pm -
  • new9to5Mac Daily: August 28, 2026 – Foldable iPhone expectations, 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 Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.
    - 17 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 6:32am -
  • newMost people overpay for their phone plan – Tello Mobile maxes out at $25/month
    The US has some of the most expensive mobile phone plans in the world, and many people are paying $60 to $100 per month or more without questioning it.Switching to Tello Mobile can bring the cost of your plan down to as little as $5 a month, and even the unlimited plan is just $25 a month – all while using America’s largest 5G network …
    - 19 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 4:00am -
  • newSteve Jobs’ 1968 science fair project fetches $34,375 at auction
    RR Auction’s bidding for Steve Jobs’ 1968 science fair project has now closed, with the hand-built exhibit selling for $34,375. Here are the details.
    - 20 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 3:05am -
  • new9to5Mac Overtime 079: The $899 Mac mini
    Jeff and Fernando delve into the $899 Mac mini, comparing the outgoing M4 model and the new M6 Mac mini. They also discuss the new M5 Pro Mac mini and Apple’s new Mac Studio desktops equipped with M5 Max and M5 Ultra SoCs. Finally, the duo previews Apple’s upcoming ‘Surprise and Shine’ iPhone event.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 Overti…
    - 22 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 1:30am -
  • newApple Photos in iOS 27 upgrades one of my favorite features in a big way
    Apple Photos is full of exciting updates in iOS 27, including for one of my favorite features in the app: iCloud Shared Albums.
    - 22 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 12:56am -
  • newHomeKit Weekly: Linkind’s Smart Light Stick brings flame effects with Matter support
    “Flame effects” is not something I’d used before in a smart bulb, so this was a super interesting concept to me. Linkind’s Smart Light Stick aims to bring the idea of a “live flame” to a smart bulb, and it works with Apple Home out of the box thanks to Matter.
    - 23 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 12:19am -
  • newHere’s how Apple Watch Ultra 4 will differentiate itself from prior models
    Apple Watch Ultra 4 is coming on September 9, here are the key ways it’s rumored to differentiate itself from prior models.
    - 24 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 11:39pm -
  • newChatGPT and Codex now support multiple Gmail and Google Calendar accounts
    OpenAI confirmed today that ChatGPT and Codex users can now add multiple Gmail and Google Cal accounts. Here are the details.
    - 24 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 11:31pm -
  • WhatsApp rolls out new chat themes on iOS, including animated wallpapers
    Following the recent discovery that WhatsApp was working on new chat themes, the feature is now rolling out to iPhone users. Here are the details.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 10:00pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro: Two new features I’m excited to upgrade for
    Apple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro on September 9, but rumors have already leaked a lot of what to expect. And there are two standout features that I’m excited to upgrade for.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:44pm -
  • This video experiment perfectly illustrates my frustration with iPhone Cinematic mode
    I recently observed that Apple appeared to have abandoned Cinematic mode, and a video experiment perfectly illustrates my frustration at this fact.That’s not because the feature is bad, but rather that it comes so close to being good enough for real-life use that it’s hard to see why Apple hasn’t taken advantage of the massive increases in power between the iPhone 13 on which it launched and the latest iPhones. Let me show you what I mean …
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:30pm -
  • Deals: Amazon Labor Day sale, AirPods Pro 3, M6 Mac mini, Apple Watch $200, AirTag 2, more
    The massive 2026 Amazon Labor Day sale is now live with $50 off AirPods Pro 3 and the ongoing all-time low on AirTag 2 from just $20 each. However, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Amazon now offering the first cash discounts on the brand new M6 Mac mini and M5 Pro Mac mini as well as this wild deal on the Apple iPhone Air MagSafe Battery from $39 and the best price ever on the 44mm Apple Watch SE 3 at $200. We also have the Anker Labor Day sale now live at up to 42% off, the Bos…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:59pm -
  • Apple’s new M6 adds feature previously exclusive to high-end chips
    Apple’s next-generation M6 chip is here, debuting first in the new Mac mini. And among its powerful upgrades, M6 gets a new feature previously exclusive to higher-end chips like M5 Pro and Max.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:37pm -
  • Apple will launch 15+ new products this fall, here’s what’s coming
    Apple has a packed lineup of products launching this fall, including new iPhones, Macs, iPads, and more. Here’s every new Apple product rumored to arrive starting September 9.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:46pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders could kick off slightly later than usual
    iPhone 18 Pro will be unveiled on September 9, and a new report says pre-orders for the device will kick off slightly later than usual.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:15pm -
  • Apple announces price increase for Apple TV and Apple One subscriptions
    Just weeks after announcing price increases for Apple Music, Apple today announced that Apple TV is also getting more expensive. The company confirmed to 9to5Mac that the price of Apple TV is increasing from $12.99 to $14.99 per month. The Individual tier of Apple One is also getting more expensive.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:47pm -
  • Apple TV acquires breakout British hit comedy for global streaming
    Apple TV has picked up a new comedy series, Small Prophets, for its streaming service in an atypical fashion for the streamer. Rather than commission the project upfront, Apple has bought out the worldwide rights for the series a few months after the show debuted in the UK to record ratings.Small Prophets was the biggest new scripted series launch for the BBC this year, and Apple will be hoping to replicate its success around the world. It streams on Apple TV starting October 7.
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:06pm -
  • Apple Labor Day 2026 deals now live: AirPods, M6 Mac mini, AirTag 2, iPhone, more
    Amazon has now officially launched its massive 2026 Labor Day Sale and the deals are flying. We are tracking $50 off AirPods Pro 3, the best prices ever on the 2026 AirTag 2, all-time lows on iPhone 17 Pro, and much more – Apple Watch SE 3 is sitting at down at the $200 all-time low for the first time if you’re quick. That is all just for starters, though. There are thousands upon thousands of price drops across just about every product category live on Amazon starting today – even the br…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 5:48pm -
  • Apple pledges donation following deadly floods in Nepal and Tibet
    Apple is once again stepping up to contribute to support relief efforts following a deadly natural disaster. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 8:44am -
  • Afterglow brings classic After Dark screen savers to modern Macs
    This interesting project by Jeff Halter (via Daring Fireball) lets users run the original 68k After Dark screen saver modules on modern Macs. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 8:19am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: August 27, 2026 – AirPods 5 rumors, Apple Maps ads
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 6:34am -
  • ‘Dark Matter’ season 2 premieres on Apple TV
    The first episode of the new season of Dark Matter is now available to Apple TV subscribers. Watch the trailer for the new season below.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 6:31am -
  • Apple Pay is getting even better with four new features and more
    Apple Pay is a go-to feature for iPhone users when shopping in stores, online, and in apps. Apple recently announced four new features that make Apple Pay even better. Here’s how they work, plus one major expansion that’s rolling out now.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 5:04am -
  • OpenAI renews push to get Apple’s trade secret theft lawsuit tossed
    Chang Liu, Tang Tan, OpenAI, and io Products filed a new petition asking the court to dismiss Apple’s trade secret misappropriation complaint with prejudice. Here’s what that means.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 4:38am -
  • Tim Cook and John Ternus host Pikachu and The Pokémon Company CEO at Apple Park
    In a tongue-in-cheek post on X, Apple CEO Tim Cook shared a video showing Pikachu running around Apple Park during a visit from the Pokémon team. Watch it below.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 3:54am -
  • Apple announces App Store price changes in four countries
    Apple’s Developer blog today announced tax and price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions in several regions. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 2:01am -
  • Apple cleared for the second time to pursue documents from federal agencies in antitrust case
    Special Master Jose Linares has rejected the DOJ’s request to reconsider his decision allowing Apple to seek documents from 14 separate government agencies in the antitrust case against the company. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 1:38am -
  • New Apple TV 4K is coming: Four features launching soon
    A new Apple TV 4K is long overdue, and was originally expected to launch last fall. But now that Siri AI is finally ready, all signs point to the new Apple TV 4K being unveiled soon—possibly at the September 9 event. Here’s what’s rumored.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 1:00am -
  • New Mac mini, new Mac Studio announced as iPhone 18 Pro event confirmed
    Benjamin and Chance break down an action-packed week of news, with a new lineup of Mac mini and Mac Studio announced, invites officially going out for the September iPhone event, and even more rumors about what new products to expect later this fall.And in Happy Hour Plus, we discuss the reasons behind a (rare) round of Apple layoffs impacting about 200 people in total. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey…
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 12:50am -
  • iOS 27’s Passwords app adds powerful feature that can save you time
    Among the many Apple Intelligence features coming in iOS 27, the Passwords app is getting an especially powerful one: the ability to automatically change your passwords for you.
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 12:44am -
  • New Mac mini and more now available from Amazon for launch day pre-order [Updated]
    Update August 27, 2026: The new Mac Studio is also now available for pre-order on Amazon. Apple surprised us with some big Mac news today, including a new lineup of Mac Studio and Mac mini models.If you’re in the market for some of today’s new Apple gear, you now have the choice to pre-order from Amazon as well.Buy Mac mini from AmazonBuy Mac Studio from Amazon
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 11:53pm -
  • M6 Mac mini: Three things Apple didn’t highlight in the announcement
    A new Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro was unveiled this week, but we’ve since learned three things about the product that weren’t highlighted by Apple.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 11:50pm -
  • How to watch Apple’s September event: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Ultra, more
    Apple has announced September 9 as the date for its iPhone launch event, with a tagline: ‘Surprise and shine.’ Here’s how to watch the September event live, and a roundup of new products rumored to debut.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 9:14pm -
  • Deals: iPhone 17 Pro up to $285 off, AirTag 2, AirPods Pro 3, Anker MagSafe Nano power bank, more
    Joining this week’s AirPods Pro 3 discount and best deals yet on AirTag 2 from $20 each, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Anker’s MagSafe Nano Power Bank down at $49 in all colors, up to down at $60. Just be sure to dive into the now live ecobee 2026 Labor Day sale – HomeKit thermostats, sensors, and bundles up to $120 off. Scope it all out below. 
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 9:01pm -
  • M6 release schedule: Here’s every new Mac and iPad launching next
    Apple launched its next-generation M6 chip this week in the new Mac mini. But several more products will get M6 upgrades soon. Here’s the rumored release schedule for M6 Macs and iPads.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 8:52pm -
  • Apple Arcade sees Sneaky Sasquatch/Subway Surfers+ crossover, with stickers too
    Apple has announced what it describes as the sneakiest crossover of the summer in the form of Sneaky Sasquatch joining forces with Subway Surfers+ in Apple Arcade – together with a collection of stickers for the Messages app …
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 7:56pm -
  • Four advantages iPhone 18 Pro will have over the iPhone Ultra
    Apple is about to unveil its flagship new iPhones: iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra. Price will be an obvious advantage for the Pro line, but here are several other ways iPhone 18 Pro will have an edge over the more expensive Ultra model.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 7:52pm -
  • Apple has announced 11 new products in 2026 so far, with more coming soon
    Apple has moved through 2026 in bursts. First came a new AirTag in January, followed by a packed March launch cycle and two major Mac updates in August. Add everything up, and Apple has announced 11 new hardware products this year, with its biggest event still ahead.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 6:55pm -
  • Adobe Photoshop adds optional ‘AI Assisted Editor’ mode for fully prompt-based image editing
    Adobe today announced a beta for AI Assisted Editor, a new optional editing mode within Photoshop with a simplified, prompt-based interface for image editing. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • Apple expands educational program for its supply-chain workers in Vietnam
    Apple has announced an expansion of its Supplier Employee Development Fund, a $50 million educational program for workers in its supply chain, in the form of a new Apple Education Center in Vietnam.The country is becoming an increasingly important manufacturing center as Apple diversifies beyond China, and the center operates in partnership with Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) …
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 6:12pm -
  • Unprecedented teen protections on Instagram see $18B lawsuit settled
    Meta has reached a settlement with US states in an $18B lawsuit accusing the social media giant of deliberately making Instagram addictive to teenagers. The money will be used to fund youth safety initiatives and more, though there is a catch.More importantly, the company has agreed to introduce unprecedented protections against overuse of its social media apps by teens …
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:21pm -
  • The Xiaomi 18 Fold leaks, ahead of the iPhone Ultra launch
    For a time, it was unclear whether the flip or fold form factor was the future of folding smartphones, but for now at least, it seems clear that the book-style fold is the winner.It’s what we saw from Samsung’s 8th-generation folding phone, it’s what we’re expecting from the iPhone Ultra, and leaked images of Xiaomi’s 18 Fold also follow the trend …
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  • Apple is automatically updating some Apple Watch apps for watchOS 27 compatibility
    If you are a big Apple Watch app user on the beta this summer, you may have noticed that some number of existing apps do not launch on watchOS 27. Apple has identified the issue and is automatically updating the apps on the developer’s behalf to ensure compatibility. These updates are being sent out through the App Store with a What’s New note that reads: ‘This app has been updated by Apple to prepare for watchOS 27 compatibility. No new features are included’.
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 3:03pm -
  • Apple says these three things can speed up the new Spotlight indexing
    Apple has published a new support document explaining how Spotlight indexing works across its devices, including three things it says can help the process finish more quickly. Here are the details.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 7:54am -
  • The best displays to pair with your new Mac mini or Mac Studio
    If you’ve just purchased a new Mac, like the recently released Mac mini or Mac Studio, you might be in the market for a new external display as well. Here are my recommendations, covering multiple product categories, price points, and more.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:58am -
  • LM Studio adds GLM-5.3-Flash to Bionic, with image support and 1M-token context
    LM Studio has added Z.ai’s new GLM-5.3-Flash model to Bionic, its AI agent platform, bringing multimodal input, a 1 million-token context window, and significantly lower pricing than GLM-5.2. Here are the details.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:40am -
  • PSA: Proton Mail and other Proton platforms facing widespread outage [U: Fixed]
    Update, 8:45 p.m. ET: Proton’s latest update says: “This outage has now been largely resolved, and services are back online. We are still clearing a few lingering issues, however, meaning some users will experience delays in email delivery and reception, and receiving notifications. No data has been lost as a result of this outage.” The original story follows below.Proton has confirmed a major outage affecting Proton Mail, Proton VPN, Lumo, and other platforms and services. Here are the d…
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  • Here’s how many foldable iPhones IDC expects Apple to ship in one year
    As Apple reportedly gears up to announce its first foldable iPhone on September 9, Bloomberg reports that IDC has a bullish outlook on the device’s performance during its first year. Here are the details.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 2:43am -
  • Here’s everything new for Reminders in iOS 27
    iOS 27 adds new features to Apple Notes, Messages, Wallet, and more, and it has a few improvements for the Reminders app too. Here’s everything new for Reminders in iOS 27.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:54am -
  • Counterpoint: iPhone 17 topped worldwide smartphone sales during Q2
    In a report published today, Counterpoint Research says Apple once again secured five spots among the world’s 10 best-selling smartphones during the second quarter of 2026. Here are the details.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:37am -
  • Apple just did something rare that signals big September event
    Apple’s ‘Surprise and shine’ event is set for September 9, but the company already surprised us this week by launching new products in late August. Here’s why that rare move could signal big things coming at the September event.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:27am -
  • Google Translate thinks Apple’s iPhone Ultra event tagline in China includes a hidden ‘foldable’ teaser
    Apple officially announced the date for its big September event with the tagline “Surprise and shine,” a play on the phrase rise and shine. This is for the event where Apple is expected to reveal its first foldable iPhone.Meanwhile, in China, the localized tagline includes a hidden “foldable” Easter egg of sorts, at least according to Google Translate.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:11am -
  • Apple’s ‘Surprise and shine’ hashmoji is already live on X
    As is tradition, users who post on X with the #AppleEvent hashtag over the next few days will get a custom Apple logo hashmoji attached to their posts. See it in detail below.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:06am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: August 26, 2026 – Apple ‘Surprise and shine’ event confirmed
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 12:32am -
  • Leaker says iPhone Ultra will come in these colors, with one surprise [Updated]
    Leaker Evan Blass has just posted what he claims are the three colors coming to iPhone Ultra, and they include a surprising red option.Update: Mark Gurman posted on X that there’s no red option coming for iPhone Ultra, directly disputing Blass’s claim. Original article below.
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 11:47pm -
  • Astropad’s new Rock Paper Pencil 4 adds a graphite feel to Apple Pencil and iPad
    Want the nano-texture feel on your iPad display without the commitment? Astropad has an all-new version of its excellent Rock Paper Pencil product that adds a second writing feel while retaining its removable design.
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 11:30pm -
  • OpenAI expands free ChatGPT for Teachers to 55 school systems across 20 states
    OpenAI first launched its free ChatGPT for Teachers program in 2025. Today the company announced a vast expansion of the program, covering 55 additional school systems across 20 states.
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 11:16pm -
  • iPhone Ultra is coming: Three new features will be worth the wait
    The iPhone Ultra will be unveiled very soon at the just-confirmed September 9 event. Apple’s foldable will debut seven years after competing products, but three key iPhone Ultra features should make the wait worth it. Here’s what’s coming.
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 10:48pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newDistraction-free writing gadget BYOK is adding custom extensions
    BYOK is a no-frills, single-purpose gadget that 90 percent of people will find absolutely frivolous. But for those who spend a significant chunk of their lives putting words to virtual paper, there is an obvious allure. Personally, I think it's at its best when you just stick to the bare minimum, focusing on pure text […]
    - 2 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 9:31pm -
  • newWelcome to Night Vale cocreator Joseph Fink learned storytelling from Grim Fandango 
    Joseph Fink is the cocreator and cowriter of Welcome to Night Vale, arguably the most important fiction podcast ever. He's also the creator of the noir podcast Unlicensed and Alice Isn't Dead, which takes some of the conspiratorial cosmic horror of Night Vale and turns it into fodder for a more serious series about relationships, […]
    - 3 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 8:30pm -
  • newThe Galaxy Z Flip 8 is at its best when there’s friction
    What do you want from a flip phone when it's closed? A simple interface, perhaps notifications and a widget or two, for handling the basics? Or a fully fledged Android experience shrunk down for the Flip form factor? For years, Samsung has insisted on the former, even as some fans - and Razr rival Motorola […]
    - 5 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newMusicians-turned-detectives are hunting for AI grifters
    As audio-focused generative tools and platforms have gotten more sophisticated, the internet has become increasingly filled with AI-generated music whose melodies and vocals are algorithmically derived from the work of human artists. While some of the people pumping out this kind of content immediately own up to using AI, others have denied using the technology […]
    - 6 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 5:30pm -
  • newGoogle further buries search results under AI mode
    Google is now automatically expanding its AI search summaries at the top of the results page for some searches, as reported by Search Engine Roundtable. The change, when it kicks in, pushes the typical list of links from a search much farther down Google's results page; instead of seeing part of an AI Overview with […]
    - 19 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 4:18am -
  • newXbox CEO calls Project Helix a ‘family of devices’
    According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, Project Helix, which she announced in March as a codename for Microsoft's "next generation console" - phrasing that seemingly implied a singular device - will actually be a "family" of devices." "We've been hard at work on a great next generation and a great family of devices for Helix, […]
    - 20 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 3:33am -
  • Save hundreds on a TCL mini-LED TV with quantum dots and high refresh rate
    Amazon and Best Buy have the TCL QM7L mini-LED TV on sale for as low as $797.99 for the 55-inch model, a $200 discount from the usual price. We spotted scaling discounts on larger sizes as well, although Amazon already listed low stock on the 65-inch version. While OLED televisions are great for deep black […]
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 10:33pm -
  • Trump’s EPA wants to let data centers hide their air pollution
    Just as new data centers face growing backlash from neighboring communities, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is about to make it harder for people to weigh in on any pollution those centers create. The EPA plans to toss out a federal rule requiring public notice and an opportunity to comment when certain industrial sites […]
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:58pm -
  • DLSS 5 leaked and modders are putting Nvidia’s AI effects on everything
    Modders are trying out an unofficial version of Nvidia's DLSS 5 on Skyrim, Cyberpunk 2077, GTA V, and a bunch of other games after code for the AI upscaling tech appeared in an early-access build of NBA 2K27. Members of the RenoDX modding channel on Discord reportedly found a way to extract the DLSS "Neural […]
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:52pm -
  • The iPhone Fold could make concerts even worse
    You know the person blocking your view of the concert because their phone is swaying in the air, recording the entire thing? Get ready for the unfolded version of it. This week on The Vergecast, we dive right into the big week of Apple news. First, it's the refreshed Mac Mini and Mac Studio, as […]
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:56pm -

Apple Insider

  • newSave up to $200 on Sonos speakers, subs, soundbars this weekend
    Sonos wireless speakers and Dolby Atmos soundbars are up to 20% off this weekend with limited-time deals at Amazon.Save up to $200 on Sonos speakers, subs, and soundbars.A wide range of Sonos speakers, subwoofers, and soundbars are discounted this weekend, with Amazon knocking up to $200 off the qualifying products.Save up to $200 on Sonos Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 59 mins ago 29 Aug 26, 10:18pm -
  • newAsahi Linux nears M3 support release, M4 and M5 are on the way
    The Asahi Linux project is very close to finally releasing a version with support for M3 Apple Silicon. However, M4 and M5 support is still in development.Asahi Linux works on earlier Macs. Support for newer models is being worked on. Asahi Linux is a project to bring Linux to Apple Silicon, so it can run natively on Apple's ARM-based chips. While the project's progress has been quite gradual in its progression, it is close to reaching a milestone release.In a project blog post from August 26, t…
    - 5 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 5:49pm -
  • newApple's Kentucky iPhone glass plant will add 200 permanent jobs
    A Kentucky-based glass plant is poised to become a much bigger piece of the iPhone supply chain, with hundreds of both long-term and temporary jobs expected as production ramps up.Apple wants the glass for every iPhone to be made in KentuckyApple has been getting glass for iPhone for 20 years from Kentucky. Specifically, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, where the tech giant plans to expand manufacture the glass for every iPhone and Apple Watch.Apple COO Sabih Khan and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard…
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  • Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science fair project sold for over $34,000
    Someone did, in fact, buy the Steve Jobs 8th-grade science fair project for roughly the same price as a brand-new midsize sedan.Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science project sells for $34,375Earlier in August, I'd reported on yet another Steve Jobs-based auction. These seem to be happening with increased frequency, and I suspect it has something to do with Jobs' stepbrother, John Chovanec, cleaning out the family home.Among the usual collection of computer parts, Apple-1 units, and some sealed first-gen…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:58pm -
  • Amazon launches first M6 Mac mini deals, grab prices from $879
    Preorder deals are in effect on the just-announced M6 Mac mini at Amazon. Pick up the 2026 desktop for as low as $879.99.Grab preorder deals on Apple's brand-new M6 Mac mini.Save $20 on Apple's brand-new M6 Mac mini that was announced this week, bringing the price of the standard model down to $879.99. This configuration has the new M6 chip with a 12-core CPU and 12-core GPU, along with 16GB of memory and 256GB of storage.Buy M6 Mac mini 256GB for $879.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discu…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:50pm -
  • New Macs, iPhone launch date, AI Music, & Tim Cook on the AppleInsider Podcast
    Apple announced the iPhone launch date, plus the M6 processor for an updated Mac mini right alongside the M5 Ultra in a Mac Studio, plus more layoffs impact the Vision Products Group and AI teams, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.Tim Cook and the new Mac mini, one of the last Apple products to launch while he was CEO - Cook image credit: Apple.We all expected that Apple would launch the new iPhones on September 9, 2026, but it was only this week that the company confirmed it. Of course, it didn't…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:21pm -
  • It's not clear when iPhone 18 Pro and folding iPhone preorders will start
    Apple will reportedly sidestep a September 11 preorder date by moving sales to Saturday, only to burden buyers with a significantly less convenient start time.Concept for the iPhone UltraTypically Apple holds its yearly iPhone launch on or around the second Tuesday. This hasn't always been the case; out of the last eight iPhone events, we've had five Tuesdays, two Wednesdays, and one Monday.And, in 2020, that launch was in October, not September. So it's not a hard and fast rule. Continue Readin…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:49pm -
  • Apple Watch 44mm plunges to $199.99 on Amazon
    The 44mm Apple Watch SE 3 has dropped to a record-low $199.99 at Amazon heading into the weekend.Grab the Apple Watch SE 3 with 44mm case for just $199.99 - Image credit: AppleUpdate at 11:43 a.m. ET: The $199 deal has sold out. We'll be monitoring it to see if Amazon replenishes inventory.You can pick up the 44mm Apple Watch SE 3 for just $199.99 while supplies last thanks to an $80 discount. This reflects the lowest price we've seen on the GPS model in Midnight at Amazon, with units in stock a…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:34pm -
  • Sam Altman needs to put up or shut up about AI hacking
    In what is likely the most tone-deaf response by companies that have created a massive problem, Sam Altman and other AI companies are crying out for a public effort to solve AI hacking that they all enabled.Jony Ive & Sam Altman | Image Credit: OpenAIWhat an absolute crock of self-serving nonsense from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, again.What Altman is likely referring to in a post on X, and ignoring the fire in his own house, is that a Chinese company is about to release a new "frontier coding with em…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:55pm -
  • Best Retina-class displays to pair with Mac mini or Mac studio
    There are thousands of external displays, but only a small fraction fit the criteria of being a Retina display. From smaller 4K options to Apple's high-end Studio Display XDR, you have plenty of displays to choose from at nearly every price point.Best monitors for Mac mini and Mac StudioIf you're planning to pick up a new Mac mini or Mac Studio, it might be time to upgrade your monitor setup. Fortunately, the market is flush with options.Not all of them are "Retina" quality. Given how Apple hand…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:47pm -
  • Apple's latest price hike is to Apple TV streaming and Apple One
    Apple's latest round of price increases isn't for hardware, but for Apple TV video streaming and, correspondingly, some Apple One tiers.The new Apple TV logoAnnounced on Friday, Apple TV's monthly cost is increasing by $2 to $14.99 per month. This raises the annual cost to $119, up from $99.This affects some Apple One subscriptions as well. While the family plan monthly cost isn't going up, the individual plan is. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:33pm -
  • BBC hit 'Small Prophets' bought by Apple TV in rare UK comedy deal
    The critically-acclaimed BBC comedy serial "Small Prophets" will now be shown worldwide on Apple TV in a first of its kind acquisition.Pearce Quigley stars as a man driven to alchemy as he searches for his long-missing partner in "Small Prophets" - image credit: BBCApple TV famously has not bought a whole existing library of programmes, but it has often acquired individual titles such as its Oscar-winning "CODA." They have always been shown first on Apple, though, even if they were intended to b…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 7:18pm -
  • Skip Apple's $3,800 storage upgrade with these 8TB SSD
    Apple charges $3,800 to upgrade the new M5 Max Mac Studio from 512GB to 8TB. You have better and more flexible choices that can save you money.SSDs for Mac StudioBefore Apple's June price increases, the storage upgrade prices were easier to justify. They're much harder to swallow now.The new M5 Max Mac Studio starts at $2,499 and is available to preorder ahead of its September 22 release. Selecting 8TB in Apple's configurator adds $3,800 to the base model's price.An external SSD adds 8TB without…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:18pm -
  • Tim Cook pledges aid to victims of Nepal flooding
    Once again, Tim Cook has announced that Apple will be donating to the relief efforts following a natural disaster, this time the overwhelming flooding in Nepal.The flooding in Nepal - image credit: Sanjit Pariyar.Just as he has so many times before, most recently with European wildfires and Venezuelan earthquakes, Cook has promised aid. It's one of Cook's final acts as CEO of Apple ahead of John Ternus replacing him on September 1, 2026.Our thoughts are with all those affected by the tragic flas…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 4:56pm -
  • iPhone Ultra: What to expect from Apple's first foldable iPhone, and when
    Rumors of a folding iPhone go back more than a decade, and the device will finally break cover very soon. Here's what the rumor mill thinks is coming.Apple's foldable iPhone might be right around the corner.Apple's first foldable is right around the corner, and while it's still unclear if it will be called the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra, it's sure to make a splash. Over the years, multiple sources have claimed Apple was working on devices with folding displays, with the first expected to be an…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 4:47pm -
  • Tim Cook's greatest moments hosting WWDC
    Tim Cook's career as Apple CEO can be mapped through his best WWDC announcements. Here's what we think are the best, as he puts the final touches on handing the baton to John Ternus.An unusually somber Tim Cook at WWDC 2016, as he lead the audience in a moment's silence over the Florida shooting the day before - image credit: Apple.As Tim Cook steps down as CEO, he's been looking back at his legacy, and so has AppleInsider. He was rarely more high-profile than at WWDC, which ultimately he prese…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 4:17pm -
  • Incoming Apple CEO John Ternus meets with Tim Cook's friend Pikachu & Pokemon CEO
    The Pokemon team visited Apple Park on their way to the Pokemon World Championship starting on August 28 in San Francisco, giving Pikachu a chance to explore and meet the next CEO of Apple.Pikachu wonders around Apple ParkOne of the perks of being CEO of Apple is meeting all kinds of celebrities. While Tim Cook might be partial to Bono, he's also buddies with a certain electric mouse.A social media post from Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed Pikachu was set loose in Apple Park. Incoming CEO John Ternu…
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 4:49am -
  • How to photograph the August 27 lunar eclipse with iPhone Live Photos
    The August 27 partial lunar eclipse will place 96.3% of the moon inside Earth's shadow, and an iPhone Live Photo can give photographers several chances to capture a sharp image. Here's how to do it.iPhone 17 Pro camerasThe partial phase begins at 10:34 p.m. EDT and reaches its maximum at 12:13 a.m. EDT on August 28, according to NASA. Before 10:34 p.m., the moon will pass through Earth's lighter penumbra, producing only subtle shading.Most of North and South America will see the eclipse, while p…
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 1:35am -
  • Apple's new & cheaper Apple Polishing Cloth almost as good as the original
    I tested out Apple's updated polishing cloth. It still cleans fine, and there are still cheaper options.Cleaning the Apple Vision Pro with the new Apple Polishing ClothThe Apple Polishing Cloth first arrived on the scene in 2021 with a $19 price tag. It's easily mocked as it is just a fancy cleaning cloth.Its popularity was unrivaled, but it's uncertain how many were bought outside of video producers, honestly. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 1:31am -
  • Save $1,400 on Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max with 128GB RAM
    A staggering $1,400 discount is in effect on Apple's loaded 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max 40-core GPU and 128GB of RAM, but supply is limited and the offer may sell out quickly.Save $1,400 on Apple's loaded M5 Max MacBook Pro with 128GB RAM - Image credit: AppleThe $1,400 discount brings the cost of Apple's loaded 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M5 Max chip down to $5,299 when ordered in Silver.Save $1,400 on 14" MacBook Pro M5 Max Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 28 Aug 26, 12:59am -
  • PSA: Don't use a free iPhone that just turns up at your home
    If you get an unexpected iPhone shipped to you using it is just giving hackers your bank accounts and passwords. Here's what to look for, who to tell about it, and how to deal with it.The sealed iPhone that turned up at a Reddit user's house - image credit: Remarkable_Source_64 on Reddit.Well, maybe you do have a secret admirer, we're not judging and you are looking very good today. But a surprise gift of an iPhone will seem to be too good to be true because it is.It will have been sent to you,…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 10:37pm -
  • Apple's M5 MacBook Air with 32GB RAM drops to $1,549
    A limited-time MacBook Air special is in effect on Apple's latest M5 13-inch laptop, bringing the 32GB model down to $1,549.Save $150 on this high-end M5 MacBook Air with 32GB RAM - Image credit: AppleB&H's $150 discount applies to the M5 13-inch MacBook Air with a 10-core GPU and 512GB of storage. It also has an upgrade to 32GB of RAM, the max amount available in the M5 MacBook Air range.Buy M5 Air 32GB RAM for $1,549 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 10:27pm -
  • Built-in Genlock makes the Mac Studio a boon for professional video production
    Apple has added Genlock to the new Mac Studio and the M5 Pro Mac mini. If you already know what that does for you, you've already called your production manager to make a purchase.Genlock means you can sync the footage from a whole array of iPhones - image credit: Apple.It wasn't the most high-profile aspect of the newly updated Mac Studio, but Genlock will be the reason some users buy it. Genlock is a system for synchronizing footage from multiple cameras and saves potentially hours of manually…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 9:37pm -
  • Apple's viral iPhone Ultra tease has probably been lost in translation
    It's fun to look at Apple invite graphics, and speculate, but it can go off the rails. Apple fans are arguing semantics over whether a Chinese event tagline contains a cheeky nod to the iPhone Ultra.Apple's Chinese event tagline fuels iPhone Ultra debateIt's not a big secret that the folding iPhone is likely in about two weeks. Let's not read too much into what Google Translate says, though.If you visit the China Mainland Apple homepage in Chrome, and then translate the text to English, you're g…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 8:11pm -
  • Mac, iPhone, and Apple Vision Pro suppliers in Vietnam get new Apple Education Center
    Apple has announced a new Apple Education Center in Hanoi, which aims to train employees in the growing number of Vietnamese manufacturing firms supplying the company.Vietnam is an increasingly significant supplier for Apple - image credit: Apple.The new center is the latest investment from Apple's Supplier Employee Development fund, which was founded in 2022 with an initial $50 million. So far that program has reportedly trained over 108,000 supplier employees, and now Apple has announced an ex…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:53pm -
  • M5 Ultra Mac Studio vs M1 Ultra Mac Studio: Four years of change, compared
    The M5 Ultra Mac Studio arrives four years after the first, equipped with the M1 Ultra. Here's how the latest top-spec model has moved on from the original big-hitter.M5 Ultra Mac Studio vs M1 Ultra Mac StudioThe new Mac Studio appeared with a new M5 Ultra chip on Tuesday, making it the top option for anyone working on AI. It marks the fourth Ultra model to be released, over four years after the very first one was introduced.Back in March 2022, the M1 Ultra model was viewed as a big deal. Thanks…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:43pm -
  • How to make Mac Downloads & other Dock folders easier to use
    Removing Downloads from the Dock eliminates its one-click Fan view, but the folder and its files remain on the Mac. Here's how to restore Fan view on the Downloads folder.Downloads on the Mac DockApple treats Dock items as aliases that point to the originals. Removing a Dock alias changes only the Dock, so putting it back doesn't recover, move, or duplicate any files.Open Finder and choose Go, then Home, or press Shift-Command-H.Drag Downloads to the Dock beside the Trash.Control-click or right-…
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 8:57am -
  • Bringnox smart roller shades review: wide window coverage in your Apple Home
    Smart shades are an affordable luxury for your Apple Home, and the ones from Bringnox offer Matter over Thread in a less costly package. It's more of the same, but in a good way.Bringnox smart roller shades reviewWhen I accepted the review for Bringnox smart roller shades, I expected something similar or competitive to the SmartWings shades I previously reviewed. Here's the thing — these might be nearly identical shades under a different brand.I'm not accusing anyone of any wrongdoing or cloni…
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 5:38am -
  • What to expect from Apple's 'Surprise and shine' iPhone 18 Pro event on September 9
    Apple has confirmed its September special event will be held on September 9. It won't just be the iPhone 18 Pro or folding iPhone launch, but also the first event with John Ternus as CEO. Here's what to expect.The Apple logo accompanying the 2026 event inviteRegular as clockwork, Apple holds an event in early September to launch new iPhone models and other products. Apple has just confirmed that this will be the case for 2026's presentation.Titled "Surprise and shine," the event will be taking p…
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 3:34am -
  • Apple's iPhone Ultra could mark the return of a red iPhone
    A new leak claims Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Ultra, could bring back a red finish, but the images raise more questions than they answer.Image Credit: Evan BlassOn Wednesday, longtime Apple leaker Evan Blass suggested that Apple will revive a much-missed color for its yet-unannounced iPhone Ultra. In his post to X, he showcases a few renders of the iPhone Ultra in white, black, and red.It's notable, as Apple hasn't released a red iPhone since 2022, when it released the iPhone 14 an…
    - 3 days ago 27 Aug 26, 12:43am -
  • How to watch Apple's iPhone 18 Pro & iPhone Ultra launch live
    The foldable iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro launch is coming. Here's how and when to watch the event live.Render of rumored iPhone 18 Dark Cherry colorApple will unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and its first foldable phone, the iPhone Ultra. The presentation will also be Apple's first major product event after new CEO John Ternus takes over on September 1.The company will follow its recent prerecorded format, with media and other guests gathering at Apple Park for an in-person compo…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 11:37pm -
  • Meta agrees to $18B settlement to end teen social hygiene lawsuit
    Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion and to make changes to Facebook and other online services, all to settle a federal lawsuit alleging teenagers are being harmed by social media.Instagram, one of Meta's online social propertiesMark Zuckerberg's Meta has been dealing with a trial concerning the mental and social effects of social media for a while, but it's seemingly no longer a problem. The social giant has managed to hammer out a settlement with some functional concessions as well as a he…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 10:25pm -
  • If you're going to the iPhone 18 Pro event, there's a 'Welcome Run'
    Attendees to the September 9 iPhone 18 Pro event are being invited to warm up the night before, with a fun walk, run, or wheelchair lap at Apple Park.Apple ParkApple has just confirmed that its September special event titled "Surprise and shine" will be taking place on September 9. However, for those who turn up the night before, they get to take part in another activity.Attendees to the Wednesday event are being invited to take part in a "Welcome Run, Walk, or Roll" on the evening of September…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 10:16pm -
  • Save $500 on Apple's 2TB MacBook Pro with M5 Pro 20-core GPU
    Amazon's $500 discount brings the upgraded M5 Pro MacBook Pro down to $2,699, the lowest price available.Apple's 2TB M5 Pro MacBook Pro is marked down to $2,699 - Image credit: AppleThe $500 markdown applies to Apple's current 14-inch MacBook Pro with an upgraded M5 Pro chip that boasts an 18-core CPU and 20-core GPU. This configuration, which is discounted to $2,699 in Space Black, also has 24GB of unified memory and an upgrade to a 2TB SSD.Save $500 on 2TB MacBook Pro Continue Reading on Apple…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 10:15pm -
  • M5 Ultra Mac Studio vs M3 Ultra Mac Studio: Apple's AI desktop, compared
    Apple's top-tier Mac, the Mac Studio, has been given a big AI bump with the M5 Ultra. Here's how it compares against the M3 Ultra model it replaces.The Mac Studio now has M5 Ultra, an upgrade from the M3 Ultra. The new Mac Studio arrived on Tuesday, with the all-new M5 Ultra now the top-of-the-range chip for tough productivity workloads. Apple is positioning it squarely as a desktop for doing a lot of AI-related processing, including running models locally.The design stays faithful to the outgoi…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 9:59pm -
  • Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan lead new Apple TV heist drama
    A new cryptically-named heist drama starring Anthony Mackie and Jamie Dornan is poised to pull off its Apple TV debut in Fall 2026.Image credit: Apple TVAccording to Apple TV, the story of "12 12 12" unfolds across three separate timelines of the heist. The 12 months it takes to plan, the 12 hours of the heist itself, and the 12 days following the heist.It follows a disgraced FBI agent, played by Emmy Award nominee Anthony Mackie, and an American career criminal, Critics' Choice Awards nominee J…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 9:56pm -
  • iPhone Ultra motherboard may just have leaked
    Apple has kept iPhone Ultra production details under lock and key better than it did with the iPhone Air, but at last there's a component leak. Or an over-detailed hoax.AppleInsider has long argued that if the much-rumored folding iPhone were to be launched in September, that we should be seeing leaked components. There's now been so much other evidence that it seems inevitable, but finally there has been a component leak. Allegedly.We won't know if these shots are really of the iPhone Ultra's m…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 9:41pm -
  • How to use digital IDs in Apple Wallet & where they are supported
    In a growing number of states, now including Virginia, you can add your ID to Apple Wallet. Here's how to add them, how they work, where they are, what the limitations are, and what they can do.A digital driver's license in the Apple Wallet appWe're moving closer and closer to a world where you can ditch your physical wallet. You can already add your credit cards, debit cards, loyalty cards, tickets and boarding passes, and most recently — your driver's license to Apple Wallet.But the license…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 8:49pm -
  • This iPhone Ultra teaser is almost as good as Apple launch videos
    If this is not how Apple presents the iPhone Ultra, perhaps it should be. A YouTuber has produced a concept video showing how the new device might be used, and launched.Detail from a concept video showing what the iPhone Ultra could be like - image credit: Gunho Lee.It will probably be September 9, 2026 when John Ternus presents the long-awaited foldable, the iPhone Ultra. He'll do it in a pre-recorded video that will definitely be slick, and definitely persuade you to want to buy.What it won't…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 8:46pm -
  • World's best selling smartphone is the iPhone 17 - again
    Figures for the second quarter of 2026 show that the iPhone 17 is once more the biggest selling smartphone around the globe, and that Apple takes the next two spots as well.The iPhone 17 is the world's best-selling smartphoneAccording to previous figures from Counterpoint Research, the iPhone 17 was the best-selling smartphone in Q1 2026. But that was predicted, since in the months after launch, the trend in iPhone sales is to see an increase in the non-Pro models.Now the research firm says that…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 7:30pm -
  • M5 Max Mac Studio vs. M4 Max Mac Studio: Faster, more expensive
    Apple's Mac Studio just got updated with M5 Max chip. Unlike the Mac mini, there's a strong argument to get or keep the prior model instead.M5 Max Mac Studio vs. M4 Max Mac Studio: Specs, hardware, price.After debuting in the MacBook Pro in March 2026, the M5 Max chip has made its way to Apple's top-of-the-line desktop, the Mac Studio.Though the Mac Studio hasn't undergone any visual changes, the M5 Max introduces significant under-the-hood enhancements. With Neural Accelerators in each GPU core…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 5:08pm -
  • OpenAI's lawsuit delays cause more harm every day, says Apple
    Apple has pushed back against OpenAI's trying to delay the trade theft lawsuit while the AI company continues to profit from allegedly stolen information.Apple continues to press for expedited discovery in its case against OpenAI.Apple first filed suit against OpenAI over alleged mass IP theft in July 2026. Since then, Apple has pressed for a faster start to the proceedings, and OpenAI has basically claimed that Apple is only suing because it can't compete.OpenAI has argued that Apple's asking f…
    - 3 days ago 26 Aug 26, 4:49pm -
  • Asus ROG Kithara headset review: Audiophile gaming
    The Asus ROG Kithara brings Hifiman's planar-magnetic drivers and signature design to the Mac gaming world with aplomb that's sometimes undermined by unfortunate complexities.ROG Kithara review: Few headsets are quite so bigIn a world that's full to the brim with mediocre gaming headsets, this Asus ROG and Hifiman collaboration is certainly different. Hifiman is known for its premium headphones aimed squarely at audiophiles with plenty of money to spend on their hobby.By contrast, gamers aren't…
    - 4 days ago 26 Aug 26, 5:59am -
  • JetBrains local model won't cost any tokens, but needs a $2,700 Mac mini to run it
    Apple just announced the Mac mini with M5 Pro and you'll need one with 64GB of RAM to run the Junie Local model, a free 27B parameter coding agent that compares to Sonnet 4.5 or GPT-5.Junie Local needs a powerful Mac to run, but doesn't cost any tokensJetBrains developed Junie as a coding agent that runs on your Mac and calls out to models the user chose. That always required some configuration and sending data off to some other AI product, so JetBrains has built Junie Local.According to a blog…
    - 4 days ago 26 Aug 26, 1:46am -
  • Apple Maps ads are finally showing up on iPhone
    Apple Maps ads have finally arrived after months of buildup, with the first sponsored listings rolling out on iPhones across the US and Canada.An example of an Apple Maps adIn March, Apple confirmed it would bring ads to Apple Maps. The ads were part of the greater Apple Business rollout.It wasn't known exactly when Apple would begin rolling out the ads, but the company had set a tentative release date for Summer 2026. And, true to its word, we're now seeing ads popping up in Apple Maps. Continu…
    - 4 days ago 26 Aug 26, 12:55am -
  • Adding AppleCare to Mac Studio & Mac mini is later in the purchase process than before
    Despite the New Mac mini and Mac Studio apparently not including an option to add AppleCare where it has historically been during the order process, you just have to click through a few pages to get it done.AppleCare options are available for the new Macs.It's not remotely clear why Apple would choose to hide AppleCare for the new Macs since the option is front and center with other Macs. With those, AppleCare is on the order page, right after processor, RAM, and storage options.With the new Mac…
    - 4 days ago 25 Aug 26, 11:00pm -
  • How hide your location works and how location sharing is improved in iOS 27 Find My
    The upgrades to Find My in iOS 27 are more than just graphical. Now there's more granular control over location sharing, and you can even pause sharing temporarily.Find My's changes in iOS 27Like a lot of other apps in iOS 27, the updates to Find My are not really groundbreaking in nature. But they are still useful.The obvious changes this time are a refinement of the design. The Liquid Glass aesthetic wasn't around for iOS 26, but it's certainly here in iOS 27. Continue Reading on AppleInsider…
    - 68 days ago 22 Jun 26, 8:03pm -
  • How to pause Activity Rings in watchOS 26 when you need a break
    While Activity Rings are a staple for fitness enthusiasts, there might be times when you need to pause them. Here's how you can do it in watchOS 26.How to pause Activity Rings in watchOS 26The Activity Rings on the Apple Watch are a great way to keep track of your daily movement, exercise, and standing goals. However, there are situations where keeping them active isn't practical.For instance, maintaining your usual activity level could interfere with the recovery process if you're recovering fr…
    - 8 May 26, 8:25am -
  • Apple's new CEO: Who is John Ternus?
    John Ternus was the center of speculation as being the best and most likely choice for the next Apple CEO, and those predictions came true. Who is he, and how did he get here?John TernusApple, like many other massive companies with giant workforces and a decades-long history, has to plan for the future direction of the company. Part of that preparation involves determining who will take control as CEO after the current leader departs, and what to do to prepare for that inevitability.For Apple an…
    - 21 Apr 26, 2:46am -
  • HidrateSpark Pro 2 review: motivational drinking with lights, chimes, & Find My
    The HidrateSpark Pro 2 makes tracking your water intake easy and fun with Apple Health integration, Find My, and plenty of options for drinking alerts.HidrateSpark Pro 2 reviewIf there's one thing you need to know about your health as a human being, it's that you're probably not drinking enough water. Being properly hydrated can help you stay awake, focused, feeling healthy, and motivated throughout the day.I've actually been a happy HidrateSpark user for years, and when I saw the HidrateSpark P…
    - 19 Nov 25, 7:23am -

MacWorld

  • newOne $30 subscription gets you GPT, Claude, Gemini & Sonar for a year
    Macworld TL;DR: New users pay $29.99 for one year of ChatOn AI’s multi-model AI access, real-time web search, 100-plus prompts, document tools, and image and video creation.Keeping several AI tools open at once can make a simple task feel like managing a very opinionated digital committee. ChatOn brings GPT, Gemini, Claude, Sonar, and more into one platform, so you can choose a model for writing, research, reasoning, or creative projects without hopping between se…
    - 10 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro: Release date, price, specs and latest rumors ahead of Apple’s event
    Macworld The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch at an Apple event on September 9, 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 th…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:59pm -
  • Apple TV this week: ‘Dark Matter’ season 2 is now streaming
    Macworld What’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. If you want to know what’s on the way, check out our list of upcoming Apple TV shows and movies.Updated August 28, 2026: The second season of Dark Matter is now s…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:56pm -
  • Anker’s powerhouse 250W desktop charger just hit a new record low
    Macworld Anker Prime 6-port Charging StationView DealIf you have entirely too many charging bricks on your desk, you absolutely need a charging station. This Anker 250W charging station has six ports, and they’re all ready to handle your laptop, smartphone, tablets, and whatever else you need to charge. It’s only $95 at Amazon right now after a 37 percent discount, the best price we’ve seen for this model.Despit…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 9:44pm -
  • Apple TV just got another price increase
    Macworld Apple TV has been on a bit of a roll lately, with a string of hit shows including Widow’s Bay, Severance, Pluribus, and the return of Ted Lasso. Unfortunately, all that premium programming doesn’t come cheaply, because Apple is raising prices on its streaming service once again, from $12.99 to $14.99 a month.The last Apple TV price increase was a year ago when it raised prices from $9.99 to $12.99, a 30 percent price hike. This latest bump is about half th…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:24pm -
  • Do Macs need Antivirus in 2026? Is Apple’s security enough?
    Macworld Macs include strong built-in malware protection, including XProtect, Gatekeeper, Notarization and other security layers, so third-party antivirus isn’t essential for everyone. If you keep macOS up to date, download apps only from the Mac App Store and trusted websites, and are cautious about links, attachments and unexpected prompts, Apple’s own protections may be sufficient.However, macOS is not immune to threats. As Macs have become more popular, they’…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 8:05pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro pre-orders might start later than usual this year
    Macworld Just a few days ago, Apple announced the date for its annual Phone event: Wednesday, September 9, less than two weeks away. We’re expecting Apple to unveil its first-ever folding iPhone at the event, along with the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12. But if you’re looking to buy one of them, you might have to wait longer than usual.A reliable source has told Macwelt that pre-orders this year are not set to begin, as usual, on the Friday following the…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 6:10pm -
  • These $40 rollerblade wheels are the office upgrade you didn’t know you needed
    Macworld Buy on AmazonThe Office Oasis Rollerblade Office Chair Wheels – $39.95Buy on AmazonThe best upgrade I ever made to my home office wasn’t my Mac Studio or Studio Display XDR. It’s a set of rollerblade wheels. For my office chair. Really!We all just sort of accept that our office chair wheels are the way they are. Those little double-wheel plastic or hard rubberized (if you’re lucky) casters that swivel…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 5:16pm -
  • Apple is making it really difficult to buy its highest-end Mac Studio
    Macworld Earlier this week, Apple surprised us with a brand-new Mac Studio powered by an M5 Ultra processor and up to 512GB of RAM. We expect that option, which won’t be available until late October, will cost upwards of $15,000.That in itself will limit its availability to a very small percentage of Mac users. On top of that, given the 10- to 12-week backorder for the 256GB model just days after its release, we don’t expect many people to actually get their hands…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 4:45pm -
  • AirPods: Here are the new features in iOS 27
    Macworld Arguably the greatest feat of the AirPods is that they gain new features with every iOS update without the need for any hardware changes: in 2024, they became (rudimentary) hearing aids, and with iOS 26 came live translation. So it’s hardly surprising that the AirPods will also gain new features with iOS 27, for which you won’t need to buy new headphones.If you’d like, you can try out these features right now with the iOS 27 beta – or you can wait abou…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 4:30pm -
  • Watch out for this fake Face ID Apple Pay pop-up scam
    Macworld The security, antivirus, and VPN company Malwarebytes has an interesting post on its Malwarebytes Labs blog detailing a new and sophisticated scam.The web-based trick is meant to make users think that they just made a big payment with Apple Pay, with the goal being to trick them into calling a fake “Apple Support” number. That’s the real objective: Once they have you talking to a fake support agent, they’ll gather personal or financial info to actually…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 4:30pm -
  • Tim Cook wasn’t Steve Jobs. He was better
    Macworld The clock is ticking; in just a few days, Tim Cook’s 15-year tenure as Apple CEO will come to an end. Looking back at the past decade and a half, I’d distill the company’s progress into a couple of words: growth and stability. Cook may not be perceived as iconic or innovative as Steve Jobs, but he was undoubtedly the perfect pick to lead Apple after his death. And he may go down as the best CEO Apple has ever had.Back in 2011, Apple needed a mastermind w…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 3:45pm -
  • Just $50 gets you Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook on your Mac for life
    Macworld TL;DR: Pay $49.97 once for lifetime access to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 on one Mac, and redeem the one-use code within seven days.Some software makes perfect sense as a subscription. The classic Microsoft Office apps don’t necessarily need to be one of them.Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021 is $49.97, down from $219. This one-time purchase provides a lifetime license for one Mac, with Word for documents, Excel for spreadsheets…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • Instead of paying monthly for your IDE, you can get Visual Studio Pro 2026 for life for just $30
    Macworld TL;DR: Get a lifetime license for Microsoft Visual Studio Pro 2026 on sale for $29.97 (reg. $499.99) through August 30.Most professional IDEs require a monthly subscription that becomes a worse deal the longer you pay for it. If you want a simpler alternative, Microsoft now allows you to get lifetime licenses for Visual Studio Pro, and this one is even on sale for $29.97 (reg. $499.99).This is the 64-bit version, so it can handle very large solutions a…
    - 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • Save $300 on the ultimate M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 64GB RAM
    Macworld Apple MacBook Pro M5 ProView DealIt’s a tricky time to buy a new MacBook. Apple raised prices on new MacBooks by as much as $500 in June, and after this week’s Mac mini and Mac Studio releases, that might not be the last one. So you’ll want to get the most memory at the best price, and today’s deal checks both boxes: The 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 64GB RAM is down to $3,399 at B&H right now, a saving…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 8:36pm -
  • If you ordered an M4 Mac mini, you may be getting a free M6 upgrade
    Macworld Apple surprised us all by announcing a new Mac mini this week with an M6 processor and a higher price tag than the comparable M4 model it replaces. But if you’re one of the lucky people who had ordered one ahead of the announcement, you might be in line for a free upgrade.The M4 Mac mini had been backordered for months, so this new model will hopefully offer some relief. While it’s not available until September 22, Apple’s online ordering system still gu…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 6:13pm -
  • iOS 27 finally lets you separately adjust the volume of ringtones, alarms, and alerts
    Macworld It’s one of the more persistently annoying aspects of owning an iPhone, and one of those dumb little things where Apple was overzealous in making things simple and left us with a frustration that most Android users haven’t had to deal with for years: Independent volume controls for various kinds of system sounds.Sure, you’ve been able to adjust the volume for media (videos or music) separately from system sounds for ages. But there’s been one “Ringto…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 4:45pm -
  • 6 Mac mini and Mac Studio upgrades you may have missed
    Macworld Apple just announced the new M6 / M5 Pro Mac mini and M5 Max/Ultra Mac Studio, both of which are shipping on September 22. On the surface, these look like just the same Macs we have today with faster processors inside. But there’s more to them if you dig a little deeper.Apple promotes these machines with nonspecific performance incremental values: 4.3x faster AI performance, 2x faster graphics, 4.8x faster LLM prompt performance, and so on. All of those clai…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 4:00pm -
  • Macworld Podcast: The end of the Tim Cook era
    Macworld Tim Cook’s tenure as CEO of Apple comes to an end on September 1. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at Cook’s memorable run at running one of the most valuable companies in the world. This is episode 997 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 997 on YouTubeListen to episode 997 on Apple PodcastsTune in to episode 997 on SpotifyGet info Click on the links below…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:48pm -
  • This $25 charging cable also opens your beverages
    Macworld TL;DR: GoCable is an 8-function, 100W-capable USB-C and Lightning cable with data transfer, magnetic storage, an LED display, a cutter, bottle opener, and carabiner for $24.99.Most charging cables accomplish one job and then tie themselves into knots at the bottom of a bag. GoCable takes a more ambitious approach, squeezing eight practical features into a 5.9-inch keyring accessory that’s currently $24.99 instead of $49.99.Its headline feature is cha…
    - 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 1:30pm -