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  • newApple Card Turns Seven With Big Change Ahead
    Today marks the seventh anniversary of the Apple Card becoming widely available in the U.S., following a more limited preview period.Apple's credit card can be managed in the iPhone's Wallet app, with key benefits including color-coded spending summaries, no fees, and Daily Cash cash back paid out daily. Apple Card holders can also open a high-yield savings account.The anniversary comes ahead of a big change planned for the Apple Card.In January, Apple announced that Chase will bec…
    - 2 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:49pm -
  • newApple Watch Alerted Runner to Serious Heart Problem
    In a new ad shared on its YouTube channel today, Apple highlighted how the Apple Watch alerted an athlete named Connor to signs of atrial fibrillation. Apple said doctors later uncovered that Connor had a congenital heart condition, which resulted in him having open-heart surgery, so the Apple Watch potentially saved his life.After noticing he had a very fast heart rate while training for a triathlon, Connor used the ECG app on his Apple Watch, which detected signs of atrial fibrillation.…
    - 2 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:28pm -
  • newApple's New Beats 360 Headphones Keep Leaking
    Apple's upcoming Beats 360 headphones appeared in Brazil's ANATEL regulatory database today, according to a new filing spotted by MacRumors.The filing merely mentions an unnamed product with a model number of A3577, but we know that it is for the Beats 360. The headphones already appeared in the U.S.'s FCC database with the same model number back in May, before soccer stars like Lamine Yamal and Antonee Robinson were spotted wearing them around the 2026 FIFA World Cup.MacRumors was fir…
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:31pm -
  • newiPhone 18 Pro: Pre-Orders and Release Date?
    Apple has yet to reveal when the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra will be announced and released, but the dates usually follow a familiar pattern.As usual, the iPhone event is expected to take place in the first half of September.Labor Day falls on September 7 this year. The last time the holiday was on that day was in 2020, but the iPhone event that year was delayed until October due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The last time Labor Day was on September 7 in a normal year was in 2015, and t…
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:30pm -
  • newApple Watch Series 11 Discounted by $100 at Best Buy and Amazon
    Best Buy this week has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes a handful of 42mm and 46mm GPS aluminum models, as well as similar discounts on cellular devices.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and th…
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:22pm -
  • new5 Apple Products to Get OLED Displays
    Apple plans to upgrade several iPads and Macs with OLED displays over the next three years, according to a new DigiTimes report.The following five devices will receive OLED displays between 2026 and 2029, according to the Taiwanese publication's industry sources:iPad mini: 2026 MacBook Pro: Late 2026 or early 2027 iPad Air: 2027 iMac: 2028 or 2029 MacBook Air: 2028 or 2029OLED displays have better overall image quality compared to LCD displays, thanks to richer colors and highe…
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:20pm -
  • newCeramic Apple Watch Rumored to Return With Series 12
    Apple plans to resurrect its ceramic Apple Watch casing with this year's Series 12 model, according to the leaker and prototype collector known as "Kosutami."In a new post on X, Kosutami said that the casing will return with the Series 12. Apple first introduced a ceramic Apple Watch Edition with the Series 2 in September 2016, replacing the original gold Edition model and bringing the line's price down from thousands of dollars to a comparatively modest $1,249.The white ceramic finish…
    - 5 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:47pm -
  • newiOS 27 Shared Albums Go Full Res at the Cost of Your iCloud Storage
    In iOS 27, new Shared Albums you create in the Photos app retain full-resolution quality for the first time, but they now eat into your iCloud storage – and that includes any items added by other people invited to contribute.Currently, photos in a Shared Album are automatically reduced to 2,048 pixels on the long edge (except for panoramic photos, which can be up to 5,400 pixels wide). In iOS 27 though, both retain their full resolution. But there comes the major trade-off.For years…
    - 5 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:18pm -
  • newFake Cases Hint at New Clear and TechWoven Colors for iPhone 18 Pro
    The leaker known as "DuanRui" today shared video and images of cases designed for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, potentially offering an early look at some of the new color options for Apple's official accessories.The cases themselves are fake, featuring the same model number used for existing iPhone 17 Pro accessories, but they could still be based on the genuine cases Apple is expected to release alongside the ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ and ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max next month.Ahead of every major ne…
    - 6 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:29pm -
  • newStrong iPhone Sales Are Giving Samsung Display a Big OLED Boost
    Strong iPhone sales have helped boost flexible OLED display shipments from Samsung Display so far this year, according to a report from The Elec. Samsung shipped approximately 120 million flexible OLED smartphone panels in the first half of the year, up 35 percent year-over-year. That accounted for about 65 percent of the overall increase in global flexible OLED panel shipments.Market research firm Sigmaintell expects demand to remain strong into the second half of the year, partly thanks to…
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:40pm -
  • newApple Fires Back at OpenAI's Bid to Toss Trade Secrets Suit
    Apple has urged a federal judge to reject OpenAI's recent motion to dismiss its trade secrets lawsuit, arguing in a new filing that the company's defense depends on "distortion, speculation, and improper extrinsic evidence." Apple sued OpenAI in July, accusing the company of running a scheme to pull confidential product information out of former Apple employees who became job candidates and new hires. Apple's suit claims more than 400 former Apple employees now work at OpenAI.Earlier t…
    - 8 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:10pm -
  • newEU Welcomes Apple's App Store Changes, Epic Slams 'Junk Fees'
    Apple yesterday updated its App Store fees in the EU to comply with the Digital Markets Act and to put an end to its ongoing conflict with the European Commission. Apple cut the Core Technology Fee and simplified its pricing structure, so apps distributed through alternative marketplaces or through the web will pay less than before.When announcing the changes, Apple said it worked in "close collaboration" with the EC, and that the updates would "resolve Apple's disagreements with the Commi…
    - 18 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:46am -
  • newApple's Camera AirPods Not Launching Until 2027 Despite Leaked Video
    Apple's camera-equipped AirPods will not launch until 2027 despite the demo video MacRumors found earlier this week, reports Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.On Monday, MacRumors shared a demo video featuring the camera-equipped AirPods in action. The video was hidden in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate, suggesting Apple was preparing for a launch. That's apparently not the case, and people familiar with the product told Gurman the AirPods with cameras aren't going to launch anytime soon.…
    - 19 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:12am -
  • newMeta AI Launches Mac App With Screen Sharing and Dictation
    Meta today launched a new ‌Meta‌ AI app for the Mac, which is available in a beta capacity.The app is primarily meant for businesses and content creators, and it integrates with Facebook and Instagram. It incorporates analytics tools so it can answer questions about performance, and connects with Google Workspace for document access. Google Workspace access requires a professional Facebook or Instagram account.‌Meta‌ says there's an option to share a window during a session usi…
    - 20 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:05am -
  • newNew Apple Store Reportedly Opening in Idaho
    Apple plans to open a new 10,000-square-foot store at The Village at Meridian, an outdoor shopping complex near Boise, Idaho, according to building permits reviewed by BoiseDev.Apple is aiming to open the store in time for the iPhone 18 Pro launch this September, a tipster claimed. The company's only other store in Idaho is located at the Boise Towne Square shopping mall.Tag: Apple StoreThis article, "New Apple Store Reportedly Opening in Idaho" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this ar…
    - 23 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:16am -
  • newCollege Students Can Get a Free Year of Google AI Pro
    Google today said eligible college students in the United States can get a free year of Google AI Pro. Google AI Pro is normally priced at $19.99 per month, and it includes 4x higher usage limits in Gemini, access to Gemini Spark, Gemini in Google apps like Gmail and Google Docs, and 5TB of storage space.Eligible college students outside the United States can get a free year of Google AI Plus, which includes Gemini Omni, 4x higher usage limits in Gemini, and 400GB storage.College stude…
    - 23 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 12:30am -
  • newBeats 360 Over-Ear Headphones Leak in Retail Listings
    One of the Beats codenames MacRumors found in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 update (B518) appears to be for the Beats 360, a new set of over-ear headphones that we could see launch soon.Multiple Reddit users found signs of the Beats 360 on UK websites like Amazon, though those listings have now been removed.The headphones have a look that is distinct from the existing Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones, featuring a rounder design with AirPods Max-like mesh fabric ear cups and headband. The ea…
    - 24 hours ago 19 Aug 26, 11:50pm -
  • Anker and Jackery Kick Off Power Station Sales With Up to $1,500 Off
    Anker and Jackery have introduced big discounts across their most popular portable power stations this week, including up to $1,500 off select models from each company. We're tracking Anker's best deals over at Amazon, while Jackery's discounts can be found on the retailer's own website.Anker SOLIXNote: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Jackery and Anker. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.The majority of…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 11:00pm -
  • Apple Accidentally Leaked More Than 10 New Products in macOS Update
    Apple on Monday seeded the macOS 26.7 Release Candidate, and the upcoming software update has seemingly leaked more than 10 new Apple products.macOS 26.7's code contains references to AirPods with infrared cameras for Visual Intelligence, the long-rumored foldable iPhone, an all-new Apple smart home hub, the first-ever MacBook and iPad mini models with OLED displays, an updated Siri Remote for a next-generation Apple TV, and more, according to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris.All of…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:33pm -
  • Next Apple TV Rumored to Have Five New Features, Including Siri AI
    According to rumors, the next-generation Apple TV 4K will have at least five new features, including an A17 Pro chip or newer, increased RAM, Siri AI support, an Apple-designed N1 chip with Wi-Fi 7 support, and an updated Siri Remote.Below, we recap everything rumored for the next Apple TV, along with potential launch timing.Rumored FeaturesA17 Pro Chip or NewerThe next Apple TV will be equipped with the A17 Pro chip, according to MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris, who digs thro…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:13pm -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newNew Apple Store Planned for Meridian Near Boise, Idaho
    Apple is preparing to expand its retail presence in Idaho with a new store planned for Meridian, just outside Boise. The location will join the Village at Meridian as the shopping destination adds several new retailers. The expansion gives customers in the Boise metropolitan area another place to explore Apple products and receive in-person support. […]The post New Apple Store Planned for Meridian Near Boise, Idaho appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 hour ago 20 Aug 26, 10:45pm -
  • newMacWeek Archive Brings Apple’s Early History Back Online
    Long before social media leaks and instant technology news, Apple enthusiasts relied on printed publications for their latest Macintosh updates. Now, one of the era’s most influential publications has returned in digital form. The Internet Archive has made 183 editions of MacWeek available to read in full. The collection includes the publication’s first issue and […]The post MacWeek Archive Brings Apple’s Early History Back Online appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 hour ago 20 Aug 26, 10:30pm -
  • newU.S. Warns Apple Against Buying Chinese Memory Chips
    Apple’s search for more memory-chip suppliers has drawn fresh scrutiny from the U.S. government. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has warned the technology giant against buying memory from Chinese suppliers, including CXMT. Apple has tested CXMT memory as it looks for ways to manage tight supplies and rising costs. However, the potential deal has become politically […]The post U.S. Warns Apple Against Buying Chinese Memory Chips appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:51pm -
  • Apple Pulls iPhone Ad in Milan After Child Screen-Time Complaint
    Apple has removed an iPhone advertisement in Milan after concerns emerged over its portrayal of a young child using the device. The billboard became the focus of criticism from Italy’s children’s rights watchdog. The advertisement showed a toddler holding an iPhone covered with food. It also featured the Italian phrase “Tutto ok, è iPhone,” meaning […]The post Apple Pulls iPhone Ad in Milan After Child Screen-Time Complaint appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:26pm -
  • Apple Maps Opens Search Ads to Businesses in US and Canada
    Apple is expanding its advertising business by opening Apple Maps search ads to eligible companies in the United States and Canada. The company has also introduced incentives to encourage businesses to join its “Ads on Maps” program. Businesses that meet Apple’s requirements can enroll in the program. Moreover, eligible advertisers that place orders by October […]The post Apple Maps Opens Search Ads to Businesses in US and Canada appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 5:52pm -
  • Apple Intelligence in China to Use Apple-Trained AI Model
    Apple is preparing a distinct artificial intelligence strategy for China. Instead of relying mainly on an outside large language model, the company has reportedly trained its own system for the market. According to the attached report, Apple Intelligence in China will use an Apple-trained large language model. The company developed the model in partnership with […]The post Apple Intelligence in China to Use Apple-Trained AI Model appeared first on TUAW.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 4:00pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newMacBook Ultra is coming: Six new features launching this fall
    Apple has a new MacBook Ultra rumored to launch this fall as part of its expanding ‘Ultra’ lineup. Here are six new features expected with the MacBook Ultra.
    - 2 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:48pm -
  • newApple TV has beloved comedy returning soon, with Pluribus star added
    Owen Wilson’s comedy Stick has a lot in common with Ted Lasso, and Apple just announced it’s returning soon for season 2—with Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn joining the cast.
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:16pm -
  • newDeals: M5 MacBook Air $1,099, M5 Pro MacBook Pro 48GB $400 off, Series 11 from $254, AirTag 2, more
    Alongside the AirPods Max 2 at $120 off in all five colors, and the AirTag 2 all-time lows roll on, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break does have some new deals to scope out as well. If you’re quick, the official Apple refurb store has now re-stocked the most affordable 13-inch M5 MacBook Pro down at $1,099 in Midnight, Starlight, and Sky Blue, and we are also tracking a series of M5 Pro MacBook Pro machines at $400 off in brand new condition. The $100 price drops on Apple Watch Series 11…
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:53pm -
  • newNew ‘HomePad’ reveal is another reason to put it in every room of your house
    Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ smart home hub is reportedly launching this fall, and the latest leak about it having customizable ‘faces’ offers another reason to put one in every room of your house.
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:31pm -
  • newiPhone 18 won’t launch next month, here’s when it’s coming instead
    Apple’s big September event is just weeks away, but there’s one key product that all reporting indicates will be missing: the base iPhone 18. Here’s when to expect its launch.
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:32pm -
  • newiOS 27 breaks 15 years of muscle memory on iPhone and iPad
    Since iOS 5 in 2011, the iPhone and iPad have included Notification Center, a central place to find alerts from various apps in chronological order.Starting with iOS 27, Apple is making a major change to how users open Notification Center on iPhone and iPad.iOS 27 is currently in beta, and the behavior has changed slightly between the first two releases. However, sixth developer betas so far show this change will ship this fall — even if I’d change it.
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:30pm -
  • newAdobe Firefly’s music, voiceover, and sound effects generation tools now generally available
    Users can now create fully licensed tracks, voiceover, and sound effects on Adobe’s Firefly AI assistant. Here are the details.
    - 5 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:30pm -
  • newRoblox still allows predators to contact children, says regulator
    Roblox claimed to have made changes to its hugely popular children’s app to protect them from predators, but a regulatory authority says these protections are inadequate.It found four major failings, including adults being able to send connection requests to children without parental approval …
    - 6 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:00pm -
  • newBought Logitech kit during the Trump tariff mess? You may be due a refund …
    During the height of Trump’s trade war with China, where tariff increases were announced on an almost weekly basis, companies like Logitech responded by significantly increasing the prices of their products in the US.Earlier this year, the US Supreme Court ruled that these tariffs were illegal and must be returned to manufacturers. However, there’s been no sign of companies passing on the refunds to customers, and a class action lawsuit is now seeking to correct this …
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:07pm -
  • new9to5Mac Daily: August 20, 2026 – Apple RAM suppliers, iPhone Ultra rumors
    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.
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:30pm -
  • newApple’s long-running app store battle with the EU appears to finally be over
    Apple’s long-running antitrust battle with the European Union over the sale of iPhone apps appears to finally be over. The EU has said that it welcomes the new app commission rates the company is offering within the bloc. The revised terms will see developers pay a commission or fee ranging from 5% to 26%, depending on their turnover and chosen sale channels …
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:22pm -
  • newApple hits back at OpenAI’s bid to dismiss lawsuit, reaffirms ‘pervasive trade secret misappropriation’
    Apple has filed its response to OpenAI’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit in which it accuses two former employees, as well as OpenAI and io Products, of stealing its trade secrets. Here are the details.
    - 16 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:51am -
  • newAstropad Workbench 1.3 adds faster streaming, privacy curtain, and more
    Astropad has released Workbench 1.3, its largest update to the remote desktop app since the launch earlier this year. The release adds several tools for accessing unattended Macs, along with changes to performance and reliability.
    - 17 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:49am -
  • newPSA: ChatGPT outage is blocking users from logging in or creating new accounts [U: Fixed]
    Update, 8:54 p.m. ET: OpenAI says the issue is now fully resolved. The original story follows below.OpenAI has confirmed that users are encountering errors when trying to log in to their accounts or create new ones. Here are the details.
    - 18 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:58am -
  • newCamera-equipped AirPods reportedly won’t launch in 2026, despite demo video leak
    Bloomberg reports that despite Apple’s accidental inclusion of a demo video showcasing Visual Intelligence on AirPods, the product “remains on track for 2027.” Here are the details.
    - 19 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:12am -
  • new9to5Mac Daily: August 19, 2026 – Apple TV 4K 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.
    - 19 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:36am -
  • newReport: Smart wearables market set to generate more than $1 trillion through 2032
    A new Counterpoint Research report predicts that consumer wearables will generate more than $1 trillion in cumulative revenue through 2032, with smartwatches and wireless earbuds leading the pack. Here is the breakdown.
    - 21 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 2:51am -
  • newmacOS Golden Gate adds a new app to your Mac; here’s what it can do
    9to5Mac is brought to you by Memoket: The Memoket Gem is an 11g AI wearable that slots beside your Apple Watch in a co-wear band. Press once to capture a conversation, and Gem connects it to what you discussed weeks ago — surfacing the earlier thread with a source link. From $179, shipping August 2026.As we enter the final weeks of beta testing, Apple will likely release macOS 27 Golden Gate to the public next month. One of the biggest changes with this year’s update is the addition of an…
    - 21 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 2:26am -
  • newWatch Susan Kare revisit the icons and graphics for the original Mac
    Legendary graphic designer Susan Kare spoke recently at the Startup School 2026 event, and the video for her talk is now up on Y Combinator’s YouTube channel. Watch it below.
    - 22 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:44am -
  • newiPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming
    iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will launch next month, and in addition to packing a variety of new features, there are three design changes reportedly coming. Here’s what rumors say to expect.
    - 22 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:33am -
  • newSpecial 1-day Apple anniversary sale: AirPods Pro 3, MacBook Pro $400 off, iPhone Air/17 Pro, AirTag 2, more
    We are checking in today with a special edition of 9to5Toys Lunch Break – AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2 at $120 off are some of the best prices ever, but Best Buy has launched a special 1-day-only Apple sale event as part of its giant 60th Anniversary sale. Joining AirTag 2 back at all-time lows, you’re looking at $400 off brand-new M5 Pro MacBook Pro models today alongside iPhone Air at $170 off (or you can land open-box units at up to $406 off), and even some solid offers across a bro…
    - 22 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:23am -
  • newApple Watch Series 12 to bring back beloved design material, says leaker
    Apple Watch Series 12 will be unveiled next month, and a reputable leaker just said it will come with a ceramic design option.
    - 23 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:02am -
  • Apple is about to launch best reason yet to wear AirPods all day long
    AirPods are one of my favorite Apple products, so much so that I often wear them even when I’m not listening to anything. And soon with iOS 27, Apple will launch new AirPods upgrades that should make that a more common experience.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 11:47pm -
  • Meta AI is now available as a more capable desktop app for Mac
    Meta continues to get serious about its AI technology. The latest sign? A dedicated Mac app for Meta AI.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 10:59pm -
  • Apple TV hit comedy from Ted Lasso, Shrinking creator returns soon
    Bad Monkey is an excellent Apple TV comedy from creator Bill Lawrence, of Ted Lasso and Shrinking fame—and it returns soon for a new season. Here are the details.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 9:11pm -
  • Deals: 1-day Apple sale – $400 off M5 Pro MacBook Pro, iPhone Air up to $406 off, iPad mini $450 off, AirPods, more
    The AirPods deals are still flying with AirPods Pro 3 down at one of the best prices ever and AirPods Max 2 at $120 off, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a M5 Pro MacBook Pro configs in brand new condition, the best price ever on iPhone Air at $170 off (or you can land open-box units at up to $406 off), and even up to $200 off Beats Studio Pro headphones. Those deals also join the ongoing all-time low on AirTag 2 as well as this 512GB iPad mini at $450 under the new list price.…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 9:01pm -
  • Apple will launch 10+ new products soon, with September event coming
    Apple’s September event is almost here, with the date likely being announced next week. Here are 10+ new Apple products launching soon, most of which are expected to be unveiled in September.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:47pm -
  • ClarityCheck people-finder left millions of face photos exposed, likely without their knowledge
    ClarityCheck, a facial-identification tool for which it’s hard to think of many legitimate uses, reportedly left millions of face photos publicly exposed on the internet in a major privacy breach.It’s likely that the vast majority of victims had no idea their photos had been uploaded to the site, and had never granted consent …
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 7:47pm -
  • Things 3.23 update now available with major repeating to-do improvements
    Things is making repeating to-dos significantly more flexible in version 3.23, addressing two common situations: finishing a task ahead of schedule and changing its date when plans shift.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 7:33pm -
  • Amazon announces huge drone delivery expansion, here’s where it’s coming next
    Amazon Prime Air is the company’s drone delivery service, and today a huge expansion of its availability was announced. Nearly 500 US cities will be reached by the end of 2026. Here’s where Amazon drone delivery is coming next.
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 7:22pm -
  • Hidden AirTag appears to confirm suspicions about illicit AI book scanning
    Suspicious bulk orders of used books have led many booksellers to believe they are being purchased on behalf of AI companies so that they can be scanned and used as training material without author consent or payment.An AirTag hidden inside a rare book sold as part of a bulk order appears to confirm the theory after it ended up at an Amazon AI training facility …
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 5:50pm -
  • HomePad code suggests it’ll act like a giant Apple Watch
    The latest macOS 26.7 beta appears to have revealed quite a lot about a number of upcoming Apple home products. It includes references to a new HomePod mini, a security camera, a next-generation Siri remote for a new Apple TV 4K – and the long-anticipated HomePad product.A deeper dive into the code also appears to provide significant clues about what we can expect from the HomePad …
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 5:14pm -
  • Otterbox and Astropad think iPhone 17 Pro cases will fit iPhone 18 Pro
    One of the hidden expenses in upgrading to a new iPhone can often be the need to replace your case when the dimensions differ.That so far seemed a likely bet for anyone upgrading from one of last year’s Pro models to the iPhone 18 Pro, but two accessory makers think not – with one of them going all-in on the bet …
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 4:51pm -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: August 18, 2026 – iOS 27 beta 6, AirPods leak
    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 19 Aug 26, 3:26am -
  • Apple Wallet driver’s licenses coming to these states next
    At WWDC 2021, Apple announced support for storing your driver’s license in Apple Wallet on iPhone. At the time, Apple touted this as the last step before you can be “fully free of your physical wallet.”Here are the states where support for the Apple Wallet driver’s license feature is coming next …
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 2:27am -
  • Find My, iCloud, and several other Apple services are currently down for some users [U: Fixed]
    Update, 7:49 p.m. ET: All issues are now marked as resolved. The original story follows below.Apple’s System Status page confirms that consumers and developers are currently experiencing issues accessing some of its services. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 2:18am -
  • Comcast just turned millions of Xfinity routers into motion sensors
    Comcast launched Xfinity Shield today, a new home protection platform that includes a feature to turn routers into motion sensors. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 2:03am -
  • Firefox Smart Window adds AI web search, automatic tab groups, and more
    Mozilla today announced new features to Firefox’s AI-powered Smart Window, which remains in beta. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 1:53am -
  • Here’s everything new for Apple Calendar in iOS 27
    iOS 27 is packed with new features for Apple Wallet, Messages, Notes, and other system apps—including Calendar. Here’s everything new for Apple’s Calendar app in iOS 27.
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 1:07am -
  • Apple pulls AI ‘nudify’ app promoted in Meta ads
    WIRED reports that Meta ran ads for a now-pulled App Store app that let users create AI-generated pornographic deepfakes of real people, with one of the ads featuring a woman resembling a prominent US politician. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 12:58am -
  • Next Apple Watch activity challenge supports national parks
    Apple Watch users can mark their calendars for the next activity challenge. The 2026 National Parks Challenge is set for this Sunday, August 23.
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 12:30am -
  • Safari 26.6.1 patches multiple WebKit security flaws on macOS Sonoma and Sequoia
    Following yesterday’s wave of point updates with security fixes, Apple has now detailed the security content of Safari 26.6.1. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 11:59pm -
  • tvOS 27 to add Siri AI for Apple TV 4K, per new leak
    Siri AI was unveiled in June for most Apple platforms—but Apple TV and HomePod missed out. A new leak, however, points to tvOS 27 including Siri AI after all.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 11:26pm -
  • Apple pledges donation in support of Indonesia earthquake relief
    Apple CEO Tim Cook announced today that Apple will donate to support the relief efforts on the ground following Indonesia’s devastating earthquake. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 11:01pm -
  • Anthropic says Claude Cowork is now available on mobile for all paid plans
    Last month, Anthropic announced plans to expand Claude Cowork from the Mac to iPhone and iPad. The rollout started with Anthropic’s most expensive paid plan.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 10:39pm -
  • Apple releases public beta 4 for iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27 [U: watchOS 27]
    Update, August 18, 1:06 p.m. ET: Apple has now published watchOS 27 Public Beta 4 (Build: 24R5353a). The original story follows belowAfter releasing developer betas 6 earlier today, Apple is now rolling out iOS 27 public beta 4, alongside corresponding updates for some of its other platforms. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 10:37pm -
  • macOS 27 Golden Gate makes one design decision that I would change for MacBooks
    If there’s one change I could make to iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, it would be disabling the new swipe-down gesture to invoke Siri AI. There are enough ways to summon Siri that don’t break my muscle memory around opening Notification Center on my iPhone and iPad.Meanwhile, on the Mac, it’s almost all good news with macOS 27 Golden Gate. Even in late August, new betas are still adding delightful changes. Still, there’s one change I’d like to see before macOS 27 is released next month.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 10:26pm -
  • Apple overhauls App Store fees in the EU with new unified terms
    After announcing changes to App Tracking Transparency in Europe, Apple has now unveiled a simplified App Store commission structure for developers in the region. Here are the details.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 10:05pm -
  • Security Bite: Apple’s camera AirPods are going to make Meta glasses look reckless
    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…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 9:25pm -
  • Slow Horses season 6 reveals two major returning stars in trailer
    Slow Horses returns for season 6 next month, and the new trailer reveals that two major characters are returning to the show—one of which was believed dead.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 9:07pm -
  • Deals: iPad Air $400 off, AirTag 2, MacBook Air $300 off, AirPods Max 2 $120 off, iPhone 17 Pro, more
    The giant AirPods Max 2 at $120 off. But today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break also features Amazon bringing back all-time low pricing on AirTag 2, up to $220 off Amazon’s best quality Premium Renewed iPhone 17 Pro units, return lows on iPhone Air, this 1TB M3 iPad Air at $400 off right now ($650 under the M4 price), 24GB/1TB M5 MacBook Air is $300 off courtesy of the official Apple Certified Refurbished storefront, some notable headphones deals,  and more. Check it out below. 
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:58pm -
  • ChatGPT for Teens launches with protections and features ‘to promote healthy use’
    OpenAI is launching ChatGPT for Teens. It calls the new effort “an experience designed to help teens learn, think critically, deepen understanding, and use AI with confidence.” ChatGPT for Teens is enabled when OpenAI systems estimate a user is between 13 and 17 or if the user’s age is directly stated.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:41pm -
  • Apple’s big Home product overhaul leaked in new report
    Rumors indicate Apple has long been working toward a big overhaul of its Home product lineup, and a new leak offers a list of products to expect.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:01pm -
  • Peacock is the latest streaming service to increase prices, details here
    Another streaming service is getting more expensive. Peacock has raised the prices of all three subscription tiers, with increases of up to $3 per month or $30 per year.Peacock’s latest increase makes Premium Plus a $20 monthly subscription. However, Apple’s discounted bundles appear to remain unchanged for now.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:00pm -
  • New Apple TV 4K to have upgraded Siri Remote, per leak
    A new Apple TV 4K is launching soon, expected to launch at the iPhone event in just a few weeks. And an Apple code leak uncovered by MacRumors indicates a new Siri Remote is coming.
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 6:59pm -
  • The eight changes Apple is making to App Tracking Transparency in Europe
    It was reported yesterday that Apple has agreed to comply with “fairer” App Tracking Transparency rules in the EU, following an investigation by the German antitrust regulator.Apple said it was complying voluntarily, and we understand it will be making a total of eight changes in order to do so …
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 6:08pm -
  • Steve Jobs’ 8th-grade science fair project goes up for auction
    Collectors have proven avid fans of Steve Jobs memorabilia over the years, and a new piece seems likely to attract significant interest. It’s an 8th-grade science fair project with two demonstration circuits – and a warning note from Steve to his teachers.It’s remained at the Jobs family property in Los Altos ever since, but is now one of more than 200 items in an Apple 50th anniversary auction …
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 5:30pm -
  • Apple admits it may not make any commission from alternative app stores
    Apple has been fighting hard to ensure that it is still able to take a commission from app sales made through third-party stores. Its aggression in doing this landed it in hot water with the judge in the long-running Epic Games case.The company has since submitted a proposal for a more toned down version with lower commissions, but it has admitted in new regulatory filings that it may not make any commission at all from these sales …
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 5:00pm -
  • Two camera features may be unique to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, suggests leaker
    Whether or not you need to buy Apple’s largest iPhone Pro in order to get the best camera features has varied by generation. So far, reporting has mostly suggested that there will be no camera differentiation between the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, but a leaker today casts some doubt on this.Specifically, they say that two new features expect to come to both Pro models “may” now be exclusive to the Pro Max …
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 4:34pm -
  • Apple @ Work Podcast: Agentic networking actions
    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 w…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 3:32pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newAustralia says Roblox hasn’t fixed its child predator problem
    Roblox is promising more changes to its child safety features following testing from Australia's online safety regulator, eSafety. eSafety has been looking into concerns that the company hasn't been in compliance with Australia's Online Safety Act, including "allegedly failing to have sufficient measures in place to prevent contact between adults and children under 16. While […]
    - 36 mins ago 20 Aug 26, 11:12pm -
  • newFCC officially decides gigabit speeds are too good for you
    Another day, another sad thing to report about our compromised Federal Communications Commission. Chairman Brendan Carr has followed through on his 2025 threat to kill long-term broadband speed goals established during the Biden administration, which aimed for eventually getting us to gigabit download and half-gigabit upload speeds. How dare we dream of spreading great download […]
    - 40 mins ago 20 Aug 26, 11:08pm -
  • newFramework says it’s addressing a BIOS update that bricked some of its older laptops
    Some Framework Laptop 13 owners with last-gen AMD chips have reported that a recent BIOS update is bricking their laptops on both Windows and Linux. The BIOS update causing this issue is version 3.20 for Ryzen 7040-series mainboards, released back in July and still available on Framework's site at the time of this writing. Upon […]
    - 1 hour ago 20 Aug 26, 10:46pm -
  • newIt’s Greg Brockman’s OpenAI now
    OpenAI has had a hell of a year. The company spent months battling former co-founder Elon Musk in a sensational jury trial, was hit with a high-profile trade secrets lawsuit from Apple, and faced widespread scrutiny after an unreleased model hacked another AI company. As it prepares for an IPO, a steady string of executives […]
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:15pm -
  • newThis app makes the Pixel 11’s HiLight feature actually useful
    Google's new HiLight notification LED on the Pixel 11 Pro is nearly useless. Out of the box, the only two things it can glow for are when the phone is face down and you're interacting with Gemini, or when you get a call from a favorite contact. And even then, it can only glow one […]
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 9:00pm -
  • newLG’s 65-inch B6 OLED is $300 lower than its previous best price
    Best Buy has a whole host of LG products discounted for today’s Deal of the Day festivities, including laptops, home theater gear, and more. One that stood out is a price cut on LG’s 65-inch B6 OLED TV that’s deeper than I’ve seen before. At Best Buy, it’s $1,399.99 (originally $1,999.99) for the rest of […]
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:38pm -
  • newAmazon’s drone deliveries are landing in pools and ponds
    Amazon's speedy drone delivery service will soon reach 500 cities across the US - but that might just mean there are more pools to drop packages into. On Wednesday, ABC7 News Bay Area shared a video showing an Amazon delivery drone hovering over a customer's pool in Texas, before opening its hatch and plopping the […]
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:29pm -
  • newTesla Robotaxis appear to go fully unsupervised in Austin ahead of Cybercab launch
    Seven months after Elon Musk announced that Tesla Robotaxis in Austin were operating without human safety monitors onboard, the city's service appears to have finally gone fully driverless. Over the past two weeks, all 170 Tesla Robotaxi rides in Austin monitored by the crowdsourced Robotaxi Tracker were unsupervised, the site's creator, Ethan McKanna, told The […]
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:39pm -
  • newHere’s what data Comcast says its motion-detecting routers collect
    Comcast announced a new platform this week called Xfinity Shield that includes the option to let customers turn their routers into motion sensors. Many people reacted with fear and anger. "I am not enabling this. I am also seriously considering replacing my leased gateway with my own equipment, because a device I do not control […]
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:30pm -
  • newFromSoftware can do anything
    There's something just a little bit different about FromSoftware's office in Tokyo. Like with any other successful video game studio, there's extensive security to get in the door, a minimalist lobby with framed posters from the studio's most recent releases, and a large glass display case filled with statues from ceremonies ranging from the BAFTAs […]
    - 4 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:30pm -

Apple Insider

  • newAmazon slashes iPads down to as low as $399 for the weekend
    Amazon's $399 iPad deal delivers the lowest iPad price across Apple's tablet lineup, with discounts of up to $150 off iPad Air and iPad Pro models in effect heading into the weekend.Apple's iPad is on sale from $399 at Amazon today.Sale prices are in effect on iPads at Amazon, with month-end deals delivering prices as low as $399.Buy iPad 11 for $399 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 39 mins ago 20 Aug 26, 11:09pm -
  • newTriathlon runner credits Apple Watch for saving his life
    Apple has launched another in its occasional series of Apple Watch "true stories," this time featuring a runner who says the device first alerting him to a cardiac condition was the key to saving his life.It was the ECG in his Apple Watch that alerted Connor to his condition - image credit: Apple.Tim Cook has often said that ultimately Apple will be remembered most for what it did for people's health. After countless stories of the Apple Watch saving people's lives, Apple has begun sharing short…
    - 1 hour ago 20 Aug 26, 10:24pm -
  • newB&H slashes M5 MacBook Pro further, now just $1,669
    A steeper $350 discount on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with a 96W USB-C power adapter is in effect now, bringing the price down to just $1,669.Save $350 on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro laptop - Image credit: AppleA steeper discount has landed at B&H on Apple's M5 14-inch MacBook Pro with a 96W USB-C power adapter.Now marked down to $1,669, this deal reflects a $350 discount off MSRP for the laptop in Space Black, with free 2-day delivery thrown in when shipped within the contiguous U.S. Continue Reading on…
    - 3 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 8:20pm -
  • newSamsung and Apple are now neck and neck in Europe's declining smartphone market
    European sales of smartphones have reached a new three-year low, but Apple's iPhone has increased its share to now tie with Samsung.Apple's current iPhones.Globally, the most recent figures show that Apple has earned 49% of all smartphone revenue in the second quarter, despite the iPhone only accounting for 23% of shipments. New figures for solely the European region show an overall decline, but in that shrinking market, Apple is increasing its share.According to Counterpoint Research, Q2 2026 s…
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:16pm -
  • newOpenAI's distortion & speculation warrant denying suit dismissal, says Apple
    Apple sued OpenAI for alleged trade secret theft, and after OpenAI's weak attempt to have the case dismissed, Apple has doubled down on its claims in a new filing.Apple and OpenAI are at odds in a lawsuit alleging trade secret theftThe Apple lawsuit against OpenAI started with several odd public statements from the company denying the accusations. OpenAI filed for dismissal on August 5, simply arguing that it didn't need Apple's trade secrets and that Apple is the one that can't compete.In the l…
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:10pm -
  • newAirPods with cameras not coming until 2027, won't take photos
    In spite of a recent demo video leaking, a prolific leaker continues to claim that AirPods with cameras won't be ready for release until 2027. Also, concerns over them becoming "pervertpods" can be set aside.AirPods with cameras won't be able to take photosAfter Apple accidentally leaked its own video of AirPods with cameras, speculation has been running wild. A reinforcement of an older rumor suggests that the timeline for release hasn't shifted.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple is ex…
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:00pm -
  • newEuropean Commission approves of Apple's new App Store terms even if Epic doesn't
    There has been very little pushback against Apple's new business terms in the EU, primarily from Epic Games, and even the European Commission has welcomed the changes.The European Commission is finally happy with Apple's App Store business modelThe Digital Markets Act forced Apple to rethink its business model in the European Union, which was initially rejected due to the Core Technology Fee and confusing rates. After going back to the negotiating table, Apple seemingly has found a solution that…
    - 16 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 7:42am -
  • newSchlage Sense Pro review: UWB Home Key proves itself again on this sleek smart lock
    The Schlage Sense Pro is the latest smart lock to support Apple Home Key via Ultra Wideband, and while it's an impressive solution, it's largely an Apple-only lock at launch.Schlage Sense Pro review: Exterior view of the UWB-powered deadboltUltra Wideband can automatically unlock your door as you approach, with greater reliability and performance than Bluetooth smart locks. So far, only one or two UWB smart locks have reached the market.The Schlage Sense Pro, first shown off at CES 2026, is the…
    - 18 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 5:37am -
  • newNew Apple Store to open in Meridian, Idaho just outside of Boise
    Plans for a new Apple Store location have been discovered for a new shopping center just outside of Boise, Idaho in a location called Village at Meridian.An Apple Store is opening in Meridian. Image source: Meridian City WebsiteApple has retail locations around the world, but it has always been highly selective about when and where it will open up shop. Their rarity plays a part in the high traffic the stores tend to receive.According to a report from Boisedev outlining new stores opening at the…
    - 22 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:47am -
  • newCeramic Apple Watch Series 12 is getting more rumor mill traction
    The possibility of a return to a ceramic Apple Watch body is growing, after a serial leaker posted about its arrival in the Series 12 model.Apple Watch Series 5, in ceramicApple is anticipated to bring out the Apple Watch Series 12 this fall, but it's not expected to be a major upgrade or redesign. That said, there are rumors of a revival of a specific material. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 22 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:37am -
  • newBeats 360 retail leak spills almost everything about the over-ear headphones
    The Beats 360 have leaked yet again, with retailer listings detailing practically all of the important features of the over-ear headphones.A leaked image of the Beats 360 - Image Credit: RedditWhen it comes to product launches from the Apple-owned Beats by Dre, it's usually one that has already been leaked multiple times. A lot of the leaks are carefully managed promotions, such as providing them to soccer players during the World Cup, but sometimes they are completely unplanned.The latest leak…
    - 24 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 12:09am -
  • newMeta brings its personal assistant app to Mac, for better and worse
    Meta AI has arrived as a beta Mac app, but the company's data collection practices make the privacy tradeoff worth considering before diving straight in.Meta AI comes to Mac in a new desktop appAnother AI app is making its way to Mac. This time, it's Meta AI, the progeny of Facebook's parent company, Meta.Meta AI has existed for a while and was previously available as a standalone app for iOS and Android. It is also available as part of WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger, and Facebook. Continue Read…
    - 24 hours ago 19 Aug 26, 11:56pm -
  • What to expect from the 2026 Apple TV 4K: Siri AI, Siri Remote, better networking, more!
    It has been a long time in coming, but Apple is preparing at least two big changes to the Apple TV 4K. Here's what we know about the streaming set-top box update set to finally arrive in the fall of 2026.An Apple TV and Siri RemotePrevious updates to the Apple TV haven't been that major over the years, as there's only so much you can improve with a streaming box. However, that doesn't seem to be the case for the next iteration of Apple TV 4K.Thanks to a pair of leaks that stem from Apple itself,…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 10:55pm -
  • Apple Maps ads will be tasteful and minimal, might even help your local businesses
    Search ads in Apple Maps will provide a great incentive system for local businesses to care about the platform, but it appears to be a bridge too far for users. It's a problem of Apple's own creation.Apple Maps is gaining new ways for businesses to care about the platformAdvertising isn't inherently evil, but Apple's work to make users wary of surveillance capitalism has become a double-edged sword.We're all more aware of the dangers of data collection and its misuse. That also means we've been…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 9:57pm -
  • Predictable as the tides, Epic Games hates the new EU App Store fees
    Hours after Apple made changes to its EU App Store fees, long-time opponent Epic Games and CEO Tim Sweeney lashed out, complaining that Apple didn't do enough.A Fortnite parody of Apple's famous 1984 commercial - Image Credit: Epic Games.On Tuesday, Apple attempted to appease the European Union by changing the terms and fees for developers distributing iOS and iPadOS apps in the region. The effort involved simplifying the fee structure to use only percentages, as well as some simpler business re…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 9:04pm -
  • The best look into Apple's past comes from this 'MacWeek' archive
    Long before rumors on Weibo, there was the "MacWeek" journal, an indispensable and utterly beloved read in the '80s and '90s for everyone wondering if the Mac or even Apple itself was going to survive the week.Where it all began: issue 1 of "MacWeek" is now on the Internet Archive.In the 1990s, US publisher Ziff Davis started up computer magazines in the UK and I was a features editor on one of them. Being part of that corporation meant we did regularly get company-wide emails saying we should a…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:57pm -
  • Incoming! Amazon expands drone delivery so you can get new AirPods faster
    Amazon is expanding the reach of its Prime Air drone delivery service to almost 500 cities and towns in 2026, air-dropping iPhone deliveries to millions of people in as quick as 30 minutes.An Amazon MK30 delivery drone - Image Credit: AmazonAmazon Prime Air is the retailer's attempt to make drone deliveries a reality. It's a program that's over a decade old, and has so far been servicing a few metropolitan areas in the United States.On Wednesday, Amazon said it plans to expand the reach of Prime…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:45pm -
  • Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with 96W adapter plunges to $1,699 ($320 off)
    B&H's $320 price drop on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro delivers the lowest price available, but supply is limited.B&H has some of the best MacBook Pro deals in effect this week, with models priced as low as $1,699. Of note is the 14-inch M5 spec with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD in Space Black. This model also comes with a 96W USB-C power adapter, a $20 upgrade at Apple.Buy M5 MacBook Pro 16GB/1TB for $1,699Considering Amazon is selling the same M5/16GB/1TB spec with the 70W adapter for $1,849, this deal…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:33pm -
  • Apple's home automation hardware might work more like Apple Watch than a HomePod
    New code references found in macOS Tahoe describe how the rumored HomeHub will work. If you've got an Apple Watch, you'll feel right at home.Details of Apple's HomeHub have been revealedApple has been rumored for years to be making what has variously been known as a HomeHub, a HomePad, or just a HomePod with a screen. Now in the midst of many future products seemingly revealed in a macOS release, there is evidence of how the device will function.The code specifically says that the device will ha…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 6:16pm -
  • PSA: Do not buy iPhone 18 Pro cases before Apple's launch
    Every year, someone brings out cases for the new iPhones early and every year, you risk utterly wasting your money. It's safer to wait.Detail from the Otterbox case being sold in Best Buy for the iPhone 18 Pro - image credit: Mark Gurman.It's not long now until the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro, with the smart money saying it will be on September 9, 2026. Even if that's wrong, though, one thing is unquestionably right: you must not buy a case early.As spotted by Mark Gurman, Otterbox has made case…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 4:36pm -
  • Lexar Armor 700 8TB review: Impressive capacity, good speeds, with a catch
    Lexar's new 8TB SSD is a dream for creatives, but Apple's port choices are holding it back. Let's find out if the large capacity Armor 700 is still worth buying.Lexar Armor 700 8TB review: The Lexar drive is good, but Apple won't support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2As both a photographer and videographer, I'm always churning through storage. I have near a hundred terabytes sitting on my desk in one fashion or another.Recently, I've been working more mobile than I had been, requiring somewhat of a reevaluatio…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 4:18pm -
  • What's new with the Camera app in iOS 27: Siri mode, enhanced controls, & more
    In iOS 27, Apple is bringing a welcomed set of changes to the stock Camera app. Here's how it has evolved, what you can now do, and what we didn't see.Apple's updated Camera app with iOS 27There are hundreds of changes throughout iOS 27, and the Camera app has its fair share. It's both easier to use and more powerful than before, so let's walk through it.Jumping into the app, it still looks very familiar. The general layout, color scheme, and functionality have all remained. Continue Reading on…
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 8:35am -
  • Apple services outage hit iCloud, Game Center, Find My, and more
    Syncing your data with iCloud was temporarily unavailable, as an outage has affected multiple Apple services, causing issues for developers and users alike.iCloud and other Apple services were hit by an outage on Tuesday.Virtually everything on an iPhone or iPad can be uploaded to iCloud and synced across compatible devices. However, the services that power this functionality can sometimes become unresponsive, which is what happened on August 18.According to Apple's System Status page, several A…
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 3:49am -
  • Apple's EU App Store changes are big, and a preview of what's coming in the US
    Apple's changes to its terms and fees for developers distributing in the European Union is a premonition of reduced commissions for developers that could soon come to the United States.Apple's attempts to comply with EU rules has led to new app transaction fees - Image Credit: AppleApple is waging two wars over the App Store, on both sides of the Atlantic. In Europe, it's dealing with the European Commission and the European Union demanding changes to how the App Store earns income, especially f…
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 12:58am -
  • New EU App Store terms lower both costs and bar to entry for external payments
    On Tuesday, after much back-and-forth with the European Union, Apple has rolled out new and simpler terms and fee structures for developers that distribute in the area.An EU flag with the App Store logoThe terms are greatly simplified. Core technology fees are mostly exterminated, replaced by percentages. For App Store apps using Apple In-App Purchase, the new commission will be 26 percent. For the vast majority of developers, including auto-renewing subscriptions after their first year, that fe…
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 12:21am -
  • Apple pledges relief after deadly Indonesia earthquake
    Apple is donating to first responders and relief efforts in Indonesia following the deadly earthquake that has left thousands displaced and triggered more than a 1,000 aftershocks.Apple to donate to Indonesian earthquake reliefOn August 16, a magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck eastern Indonesia. At the time of publication, the death toll is near 70.Over 200 have been injured, and thousands more have been driven from their homes. According to Reuters, nearly 1,000 aftershocks were detected in the 24…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 11:55pm -
  • There is a good reason to praise AirPods with cameras, and not fear them
    There's already social media outrage that AirPods Pro are going to get a camera very soon. Like with mockery about the Snuggie, the Clapper, and so forth, most of the drama badly misses the point.AirPods Pro 2Meta's AI specs are creepy. They have nearly invisible cameras, whose main protection for the non-wearer is a light that is easily defeated by a piece of electrical tape.This is just the way that they want it. The "protections" that Meta has implemented are pointless by design. Continue Rea…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 11:25pm -
  • Apple's product identifier leak is a hard mystery to solve
    Apple itself leaked many mystery products that are coming out relatively soon. The leaked product identifiers proximity to others give some clues, but not many.An example of an Apple product identifierThe release candidate for macOS Tahoe 26.7 was a trove of information for unreleased products. References to product identifiers littered the build, including for some known-about items.For example, there was sightings of J490 and J491, believed to be versions of the Home Hub. B525 is expected to b…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 9:34pm -
  • Apple Card users can stack summer savings with 5% Daily Cash travel promotions
    Apple Card is making summer road trips more rewarding with 5% Daily Cash on car rentals, hotel stays, gas and EV charging through September 15.Apple Card adds 5% Daily Cash on travel, gas, and moreSummer often means travel, and travel often means travel-related expenses. That's why Apple Card has come up with a panoply of new promotions to help you save the second you hit the road.Apple Card cardholders can score 5% cash back with eligible car rentals through Hertz when they reserve while using…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 9:21pm -
  • Apple may be considering adding a Camera Control button to a future iPad
    A newly-revealed patent details a button that can be swiped as well as pressed. It's the iPhone's Camera Control button, and it may be coming to the iPad.Detail from the patent showing an iPad with Camera Control - image credit: AppleIntroduced in 2024 with the iPhone 16 range, the Camera Control button has been sufficiently divisive that Apple is even rumored to be dropping it entirely. That's unlikely, if not impossible, and now a newly-granted patent suggests that Apple at least used to have…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:52pm -
  • A new Siri Remote may be in the works, but don't get excited
    An unreleased device referenced in a beta suggested that there may be a new Siri Remote coming, but we're not expecting a huge shake-up.Code found within the macOS Tahoe beta hints at upcoming Siri RemoteMonday's macOS Tahoe beta hinted at an upcoming Siri Remote, referenced as "ATVRemote1,5" in the code. This wouldn't be the first time that we've heard there's a new Siri Remote in the works, either; it's expected to launch alongside the new Apple TV.That doesn't mean that the remote is going t…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:22pm -
  • Save up to $600 on M5 Max MacBook Pro with today's best deals
    Steeper price cuts are in effect on Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro lines, with discounts of up to $600 off.Save $600 on a 4TB M5 Max MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleToday we're following a $600 price drop on Apple's high-end M5 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro with an 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 36GB of RAM, and a spacious 4TB SSD.Save $600 on M5 Max 14" MacBook Pro Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 8:14pm -
  • You can now make a bid on Steve Jobs' 8th-grade science fair project
    RR Auction is holding yet another Steve Jobs-centric auction, stuffed full of signed checks, vintage Apple computers, and Apple marketing memorabilia.Steve's 8th grade science fair project | Image credit: RR AuctionThe auction, dubbed "Steve Jobs & the Computer Revolution: The Apple 50th Anniversary Auction Part Two," contains more than 200 items. Nearly all of the items are related to Apple in some way, with almost 40 being directly related to the former CEO.As is standard with many auctions, t…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 7:28pm -
  • Apple's App Store revenue in danger of being regulated away
    Apple's Services is in danger of losing out on App Store revenue, with regulatory interference perhaps becoming a bigger problem sooner rather than later.A report claims Apple has expressed weakness over App Store regulationA Form 10-Q filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission came under scrutiny due to a disclosure from Apple. In it, Apple discusses the issue of alternative app storefronts to the main App Store, and of developers monetizing their apps with external linking."If thir…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 7:21pm -
  • A demo video of AirPods with cameras has leaked via a macOS Tahoe RC
    Apple has accidentally left a lot of data within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate, including a demo video showcasing AirPods with cameras. It is our best look yet.AirPods with cameras will closely resemble AirPods ProThe new AirPods with cameras have been rumored since January 2025. Not much is known about the product, but a lot of debate has been had over whether or not Apple's earbuds would actually gain "cameras."In a video found within the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate, AirPods wi…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 7:04pm -
  • Dell UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED review: Excellent color-calibration, not perfect for Mac users
    The Dell UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED model U3226Q is a color-accurate OLED monitor with a full port hub. It makes a strong case as a Studio Display XDR alternative for Mac users, assuming you're fine with not having a Retina-class display.Dell UltraSharp 32 4K QD-OLED review: This monitor has great colors and deep blacksA great monitor can anchor a whole desk setup. For Mac users who can afford it, the obvious choice has long been Apple's displays.Those displays are beautiful, but price and port qu…
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  • Rothschild's AAPL price target soars to $400 on iPhone Ultra expectations
    Financial advice group Rothschild & Co Redburn has raised its Apple price target by a huge $140, specifically because it believes that an iPhone Ultra is a "match made in heaven" for the company.Analysts believe Apple will do well in the Q3 results. Rothschild & Co Redburn doesn't seem to concentrate much on Apple, and its usual price targets tend to lag behind firms that do, such as Morgan Stanley. But while Morgan Stanley recently dropped its price target by $4 to $360, Rothschild has dramatic…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 6:00pm -
  • Lindsay Clancy murder trial prosecutors leaning on iPhone & Apple Watch forensics
    Health data from an Apple Watch has been used as evidence in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial alongside iPhone Messages history, detailing some of her last actions before the triple homicide of her children.The Apple Watch can measure heart rate, as well as count steps and climbed flights of stairs. Former labor and delivery nurse Lindsay Clancy is under trial for the alleged murder of three children in Massachusetts in 2023, before attempting suicide. In the last day of the prosecution laying ou…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 5:40pm -
  • Only iPhone 18 Pro Max rumored to get variable aperture
    A leaker with a reasonable reputation has dropped the news that variable aperture is only coming to the iPhone 18 Pro Max, not both Pro models as previously expected.The camera plateau on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max.Variable aperture is a feature that could narrow the gap between iPhone and DSLR photography still further, and it's been rumored to be coming since at least 2024. More recent reports have said the camera component is now in production, but a new leak says it will be confined to th…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 4:35pm -
  • macOS Tahoe 26.7 beta references several unreleased products like Home Hub
    Apple inadvertently left a lot of feature flags visible in its macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate, which include references to products like AirPods with cameras, the OLED iPad mini, and more.References to future iPhone Air, HomePods, and more found in macOS codeDeveloper betas are one of the easiest ways for Apple to accidentally share future product information. It has occurred before, like during iOS 26 testing, and has happened again on Monday.According to information discovered by MacRumors…
    - 3 days ago 18 Aug 26, 6:12am -
  • Apple's sixth developer betas arrive for iOS 27, macOS 27, and more
    Weeks away from a probable launch, Apple has outed its sixth developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and macOS 27.An earlier iOS 27 beta screenThe Apple Developer Beta program has now reached the sixth round for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27.The sixth appears after the fifth, which Apple brought out on August 10. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 18 Aug 26, 5:20am -
  • Epic doesn't believe in compromise unless it is with Google
    The vendetta Epic Games holds against Apple seemingly won't let it accept any settlement beyond complete surrender, but it wants to participate "in good faith."Epic settled with Google by paying for a promotional campaignApple shared its latest proposed commission rates in an attempt to satisfy an ongoing lawsuit with Epic Games, but they were instantly dismissed by the company. In that filing, Apple suggested that a settlement conference should take place.Epic filed its response on Monday, and…
    - 3 days ago 18 Aug 26, 3:12am -
  • Amazon joins the list of companies destroying rare books to feed to the AI machine
    An AirTag hidden in a rare book followed its journey to a Las Vegas warehouse, where it was likely destroyed in an effort to supply fresh data to hungry LLMs.Amazon is destroying rare books to train AI | Image credit: jarmoluk at PixabayI don't know if you've noticed, but everything is becoming increasingly AI-generated. Whether it's news, music, or social media, AI has seemingly stuck all of its nasty little fingers into any pie it can find.Experts have long warned that eventually we'd get to t…
    - 3 days ago 18 Aug 26, 1:45am -
  • Latest macOS Golden Gate beta adds unique dynamic wallpapers
    Apple's macOS Golden Gate has reached its sixth developer beta, which includes new dynamic wallpapers and updated traffic light window control icons.macOS 27 beta 6 adds two new dynamic wallpapers.On Monday, a week after the fifth developer beta arrived, Apple made macOS 27 beta 6 available for download. Though the update is a relatively light release, it delivers key visual enhancements.With the latest developer beta, Apple added two dynamic wallpapers, both featuring the Golden Gate Bridge. Th…
    - 3 days ago 18 Aug 26, 12:56am -
  • iPhone 18 Pro's A20 will be faster, power efficient, cost a lot
    The A20 and A20 Pro chips in the iPhone 18 Pro will benefit hugely from TSMC's 2-nanometer process, but Apple will pay dearly for the performance and power consumption improvements.The A20 is on the way for the iPhone 18 generation, starting with the A20 ProApple is widely expected to use TSMC's 2-nanometer process to produce its next generation of chips. This includes the inbound A20 and A20 Pro arriving in the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, as well as the iPhone Ultra.There is also always an expec…
    - 3 days ago 18 Aug 26, 12:25am -
  • Apple has shipped iOS 26.6.1, and you should install it soon
    Apple has released an update for iOS 26.6.1 for all users, with the usual inclusion of security fixes, making it a must-install for your iPhone.iOS 26 is the current generation for iOS. While Apple is constantly beta-testing its 27-generation operating systems, it's still shipping updates to its earlier releases. That includes the current-gen versions.On Monday, as part of its swathe of releases, Apple issued its update for iOS 26.6.1. The update, which it rolled out as a release candidate on Au…
    - 3 days ago 17 Aug 26, 11:39pm -
  • Save $100 to $150 on Apple's M4 iPad Air after Amazon issues steeper markdowns
    Amazon's triple-digit discounts on the current M4 iPad Air range deliver the lowest prices of the season.Save up to $150 on Apple's iPad Air M4 at Amazon.Steeper markdowns are in effect across Apple's M4 iPad Air range this week, with Amazon knocking $100 to $150 off 11-inch and 13-inch models.Save up to $150 on M4 iPad Air Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 17 Aug 26, 9:06pm -
  • How to use digital IDs in Apple Wallet & where they are supported
    In a growing number of states, 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 rollout is not everywher…
    - 3 days ago 17 Aug 26, 8:04pm -
  • Pretty trees and Local Lists: Apple Maps gets a big upgrade in iOS 27
    The updates to Apple Maps in iOS 27 will use the wisdom of crowds to recommend restaurants, while AI helps Flyover look even better. Here's what's changing soon.Apple Maps in iOS 27Pretty much the unsung hero of modern-day iPhone usage, Apple Maps is an essential tool for navigation. But it's also very helpful when you're trying to find something to eat nearby, and for planning trips.Sometimes, users take time just browsing the Earth, viewing cities they want to visit and enjoying the view. Cont…
    - 72 days ago 10 Jun 26, 1:06am -
  • There's not much new in the iOS 27 Camera app beyond minor refinements
    Apple's main Camera app push for iOS 27 was about Siri AI, but it did include other changes. They're very small alterations, but they do exist.The Camera app in iOS 27The WWDC keynote didn't dwell for long on the Camera app in iOS 27. There was discussion about Siri AI being included, and that was about it.There wasn't any other discussion about the Camera app's features or any other changes in the talk. Even the iOS 27 preview page on Apple's website talks about the Siri Mode and an improvement…
    - 72 days ago 9 Jun 26, 9:12pm -

MacWorld

  • newApple’s upcoming headphones appear to be built for MacBook Neo users
    Macworld For the second time this week, an unreleased Apple product has been leaked in shockingly thorough fashion. After a video demonstrating camera-equipped AirPods was spotted in macOS 26.7 on Monday, the Beats 360 over-ears headphones have now been revealed on multiple retail websites despite not yet officially existing.The headphones were spotted by Redditors on Amazon U.K., and one user going by the handle HappyMcPe promptly started a thread featuring more than…
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  • newThis sleek, fold-flat MagSafe stand is down to its lowest price ever (23% off)
    Macworld Twelve South Curve Nano MagSafe View DealIf you’re constantly fiddling with the perfect angle for your FaceTime calls and video sessions, now’s the perfect chance to get your hands on one of the slimmest and most adjustable MagSafe phone stands you can get. The Twelve South Curve Nano MagSafe stand is only $27 at Amazon right now, which is quite the discount from its $35 MSRP. That’s a small price to pay fo…
    - 2 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 10:03pm -
  • newThose leaked camera-equipped AirPods probably aren’t coming this year
    Macworld With all eyes on the imminent iPhone and Apple Watch launches, Apple-watching pundits were surprised this week when the company itself accidentally leaked a video of some new camera-equipped AirPods in action. But if you think the existence of an instructional video means the product must be ready for launch, you’re in for some bad news.According to the well-connected Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, the leak changes nothing, and the devices still won’t lau…
    - 5 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:33pm -
  • newWhen is Apple’s next event? Dates, rumors, and what to expect

    - 6 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 6:12pm -
  • new12 ways to use your iPhone’s USB-C port to do much more than charge
    Macworld It took the iPhone an eternity to strike Lightning in favor of the universal USB-C port. Now that it’s here on all models, including the low-end 16e, many users still limit its use to charging, overlooking the slew of other advantages it offers over Lightning. If you’ve got an iPhone 15 or newer, you can expand the USB-C port’s functionality beyond fast charging, and we’ve got a few ideas to share.1. Charge another deviceRival companies, like Sam…
    - 7 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:45pm -
  • newmacOS cheat sheet: How many Mac keyboard shortcuts do you know?
    Macworld One thing that never ceases to amaze me about macOS is the amount you can do with just a few keyboard shortcuts. In fact, Apple seems to have coded so many functions into various combinations of key presses that it feels like I’m finding new ones every day. And whether you’re a newbie with a Neo or a veteran from the PowerBook days, there are always new ones to learn. Here, we’ll show you all of the best macOS keyboard shortcuts that you need to know. Me…
    - 8 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 4:15pm -
  • newBrydge ProDock Trio review: A premium Thunderbolt 5 MacBook dock
    Macworld At a glanceExpert's RatingProsSpace-saving vertical design3x Thunderbolt 5 ports2.5Gb Ethernet140W PD 3.1 laptop chargingWireless iPhone chargingConsMacBook’s own screen unavailableWireless iPhone charging is slowPremium priceOur Verdict The sleek Brydge ProDock Trio saves desk space while adding Thunderbolt 5, 2.5GbE, faster USB-C and 140W charging to your MacBook. These meaningful upgrades make it worth the extra $40 o…
    - 8 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 3:47pm -
  • newMacworld Podcast: Apple product leaks! AirPods Camera and more
    Macworld With new products coming soon, it’s getting more difficult for Apple to keep them under wraps. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we take a look at a few leaks from Apple OS updates that provide insight into what to expect in the coming months.This is episode 996 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola.Watch episode 996 on YouTubeListen to episode 996 on Apple PodcastsTune in to episode 996 on SpotifyG…
    - 10 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:39pm -
  • newThis AI-powered X growth extension is available for just $49.99 (reg. $89)
    Macworld TL;DR: This Tweetback Starter Plan is an AI-powered X growth extension, and it’s available for just $49.99 (reg. $89.00).Growing an audience on X means writing constantly, watching conversations, and following up with the right people at the right time, and doing it manually eats hours every week.Tweetback handles the busywork with AI-drafted replies, original post ideas, and a built-in watchlist for tracking creators and prospects, all without leavin…
    - 10 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • newStop paying for five AI subscriptions: Get 50+ models for $39.99
    Macworld TL;DR: AskAnyModel AI Pro bundles 50+ AI models, including GPT, Claude, and Gemini, in one dashboard for $39.99 lifetime (reg. $499.00).Running a separate subscription for every AI model gets expensive fast, and none of those tools let you compare answers in one place.AskAnyModel AI Pro bundles top language-learning models, including GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, and Llama, into a single workspace for one payment of $39.99 instead of $499.Wha…
    - 10 hours ago 20 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • The new HomePad interface could look a lot like the Apple Watch
    Macworld It turns out that the macOS 26.7 release candidate is a treasure trove of leaks for upcoming Apple products. As we previously reported, it’s full of references to new model numbers, and it has a video of the upcoming AirPods with cameras. And now been discovered that it contains information about the home hub that’s long been rumored.Apple is reportedly developing a new device that is referred to as HomeAccessory in the macOS 26.7 release candidate, accord…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 9:33pm -
  • Will iPhone 17 Pro cases fit the 18 Pro? One major case maker is sure of it
    Macworld There’s likely less than a month to go until Apple unveils its new iPhones. The iPhone Ultra will get the biggest headlines, but far more people will buy its sibling, the cheaper (but still expensive) iPhone 18 Pro. And we’re learning more and more about this device with each passing week.The latest revelation is that it will have the same or very nearly the same dimensions and general design as its direct predecessor, the iPhone 17 Pro from late 2025. Alt…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 9:18pm -
  • Apple’s AirTag 2 just dropped back to the best price ever
    Macworld Apple AirTags (2nd gen) 4-packView DealApple’s newest AirTags are on sale, and whether you’re going back to school, heading out on vacation, or just often lose track of your keys, it’s a great time to stock up. Right now, you can grab a four-pack for just $89 at Amazon, which works out to roughly $22 each. That’s the best price we’ve seen yet on the new model.This 2nd-gen version quietly fixes a han…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 8:52pm -
  • The iPhone event will be missing some iPhones this year
    Macworld Apple’s fall iPhone event has become one of the easiest product launches to predict. Every year since 2011, we’ve gotten the full lineup of new iPhones, joined in 2014 by the Apple Watch, and occasionally a related launch like AirPods or Apple Pay. According to strong rumors, this year’s keynote will be quite different from previous ones. While it will still be an iPhone event, only the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the long-rumored foldable iPh…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 4:00pm -
  • Sit Smarter This Semester: SIHOO Doro C300 Pro V2 Brings Full-Body Adaptive Support to Back-to-School Season
    Macworld Full-Body Adaptive Ergonomic Chair/Back-to-School promotionSave near $100 off the SIHOO Doro C300 Pro V2 Office Chair View DealsWhether you’re pulling an all-nighter before finals, settling into a new home office, or logging another eight-hour day at a desk, one thing hasn’t changed: most chairs still make you adapt to them, not the other way around. Poor posture, lower-back fatigue, and stiff shoulders are s…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 2:25pm -
  • A Retina MacBook Air for $199.97, updates to macOS Sonoma
    Macworld TL;DR: This Grade A refurbished MacBook Air packs a Retina display and 8GB of RAM for $199.97 (reg. $1,199.00).A secondary Mac, a travel laptop, or a first machine for a student doesn’t need to cost four figures.This refurbished 2018 MacBook Air runs an Intel Core i5 processor, packs a sharp 13.3-inch Retina display, and still updates all the way to macOS Sonoma. Get this MacBook Air for $199.97 (reg. $1,199.00).What you getIt’s rated Grad…
    - 1 day ago 19 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
  • Apple Watch Activity badges: National Parks Challenge on August 23
    Macworld Achievement badges are a funny thing. You know they’re just a simple little bit of visual flair, they don’t even do anything, and yet for some reason you just have to collect them. Gamification can be a great motivator, and the achievement badges for the activity tracking on the Apple Watch have inspired many users to get more exercise. If you want to maximize your badge count, you’re going to want to chase down as many activity achievements as you can.…
    - 2 days ago 19 Aug 26, 3:32am -
  • Save $100 on Apple’s blazing-fast M4 iPad Air before this discount vanishes
    Macworld Apple iPad Air M4View DealApple’s latest iPad Air with the M4 chip is down to $649 at Amazon, a solid $100 off its $749 price tag. That’s not just a good discount—it’s the best we’ve seen since Apple hiked prices in June.It’s so easy to recommend iPads because these are such great tablets. The M4 chip under the hood handles just about anything you throw at it, from streaming and gaming to photo ed…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 11:03pm -
  • Upcoming Apple products revealed in the macOS 26.7 release candidate
    Macworld We’re anticipating a slew of new products from Apple over the next several months. While Apple rarely preannounces products, there are ways to figure out the company’s plans. For example, MacRumors reports that the macOS 26.7 release candidate includes references to several new products.Well, several is putting it lightly. There are nearly 40 references, many of which are unidentifiable mode numbers. But a lot of the other model numbers have been previousl…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 10:12pm -
  • Why does Wall Street hate Apple now?
    Macworld This might surprise anyone who’s listened to Tim Cook preach the good word, but by the standards of technology companies Apple is perceived as being mildly anti-AI. And in some ways that’s a good thing.In early summer the company’s shares enjoyed a $600 billion rally thanks to what Bloomberg described as “rising unease about the prospects for heavy spending on AI paying off.” All of a sudden investors liked the fact that Apple decided not to spend a…
    - 2 days ago 18 Aug 26, 7:10pm -