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  • newChatGPT Now Has a 2025 Year-End Summary Feature Like Spotify Wrapped
    OpenAI added a year-end summary feature to ChatGPT, allowing users to get a personalized overview of their 2025 ChatGPT usage. The summary is similar to year-end wrap-ups from companies like Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other services. ChatGPT offers up an overview of themes discussed and chat stats, such as busiest chatting day, number of overall chats, messages sent, and more. ChatGPT provides each user with a chat style based on writing or speaking habits, along with an "archetype…
    - 7 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 5:42am -
  • newiOS 26.3 Brings AirPods-Like Pairing to Third-Party Devices in EU Under DMA
    The European Commission today praised the interoperability changes that Apple is introducing in iOS 26.3, once again crediting the Digital Markets Act (DMA) with bringing "new opportunities" to European users and developers.The Digital Markets Act requires Apple to provide third-party accessories with the same capabilities and access to device features that Apple's own products get. In iOS 26.3, EU wearable device makers can now test proximity pairing and improved notifications.Here ar…
    - 8 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 4:50am -
  • newApple Offers Free Two-Hour Delivery for Last-Minute Holiday Shopping
    Apple has started offering free two-hour delivery on eligible, in-stock products for those who still need to do some last-minute gift shopping. The two-hour delivery upgrade is available through December 24 in most metro areas of the U.S. and Canada. Three-hour delivery is also available in Australia.Two-hour delivery is provided through courier companies that Apple partners with, like Uber Eats or Postmates, and it typically costs $9. Items are delivered from a local Apple retail store, s…
    - 8 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 4:29am -
  • newWhere's the New Apple TV?
    Apple hasn't updated the Apple TV 4K since 2022, and 2025 was supposed to be the year that we got a refresh. There were rumors suggesting Apple would release the new ‌Apple TV‌ before the end of 2025, but it looks like that's not going to happen now.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said several times across 2024 and 2025 that Apple would update both the HomePod mini and the ‌Apple TV‌ 4K toward the end of the year, and we also hea…
    - 12 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 1:00am -
  • newApple Hit With Supersized Fine in Italy Over an iPhone Privacy Feature
    Italy's Competition Authority (AGCM) has imposed a €98.6 million ($116 million) fine on Apple over its App Tracking Transparency feature.Since the release of iOS 14.5 in April 2021, Apple has required apps to ask for permission before tracking a user's activity across other apps and websites for personalized advertising, as part of a feature named App Tracking Transparency. If a user selects the "Ask App Not to Track" option, the app is unable to access the device's advertising identifie…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 9:17pm -
  • newApple Clings to Samsung as RAM Prices Soar
    Apple is significantly increasing its reliance on Samsung for iPhone memory as component prices surge, according to The Korea Economic Daily. Apple is said to be expanding the share of ‌iPhone‌ memory it sources from Samsung due to rapidly rising memory prices. The shift is expected to result in Samsung supplying roughly 60% to 70% of the low-power DRAM used in the iPhone 17, compared with a more even split with SK Hynix in previous generations, with Micron also participating as a smal…
    - 17 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 7:47pm -
  • newGet $100 Off Apple Watch Series 11, Starting at $299
    Amazon and Best Buy this week have all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. These discounts beat the Black Friday prices we saw last month by about $30.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 the 46mm GPS model fo…
    - 18 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:45pm -
  • newApple Still Testing Ultra-Thin Glass to Eliminate Foldable iPhone Crease
    Apple is reportedly testing next-generation ultra-thin flexible glass (UFG) for its book-style foldable iPhone as it works to make the display crease invisible and potentially solve one of the most persistent issues of existing foldable displays. According to Weibo-based leaker Digital Chat Station, Apple is evaluating UFG panels with uneven thickness, using thinner glass in the folding area to improve flexibility while retaining thicker sections elsewhere for rigidity and durability.…
    - 19 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:13pm -
  • newiPhone 18 Trial Production to Start in February Ahead of Spring 2027 Launch
    Apple is reportedly preparing to begin trial production of the iPhone 18 after Chinese New Year, according to Weibo-based leaker Fixed Focus Digital. The claim suggests small-scale manufacturing runs will start once factories return to normal operations following the Lunar New Year shutdown, which typically ends in late February.The Chinese leaker claims that production lines for the iPhone 18 Pro models have already been set up, indicating that the Pro hardware design has already been…
    - 19 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 5:37pm -
  • Apple's AirTag 4-Pack Drops to $64.98 on Amazon
    Apple's AirTag 4-Pack has dropped to $64.98 this weekend on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. Prime members can get the accessory delivered today in many locations, but otherwise free shipping options have moved past December 25.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.Overall, this is a solid second-best price on the AirTag 4-pack that's within $2 of…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:54pm -
  • Top Stories: iOS 26.3 Beta, Major Apple Leaks, and More
    You'd think things would be slowing down heading into the holidays, but this week saw a whirlwind of Apple leaks and rumors while Apple started its next cycle of betas following last week's release of iOS 26.2 and related updates.This week also saw the release of a new Apple Music integration with ChatGPT, so read on below for all the details on this week's biggest stories!Top StoriesiOS 26.3 Beta 1 Features: What's New So FarWith iOS 26.2 and other 26.2 updates now available to th…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:30pm -
  • Beats Launches Travis Scott Partnership Featuring New 'DARE TO DREAM' Ad Campaign
    Apple's Beats brand is launching a new celebrity ad campaign today featuring rapper Travis Scott and entitled "DARE TO DREAM." The campaign is inspired by a 2011 tweet from Scott when he was just starting his career, in which he claimed, "One day Travis Scott will be somebody."The campaign short film is a "testament to how belief in oneself can manifest into reality" and features a re-creation of his actual childhood bedroom and an appearance by his real mother, Wanda Webster.The film…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 3:00am -
  • Apple Releases Safari Technology Preview 234 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
    Apple today released a new update for Safari Technology Preview, the experimental browser that was first introduced in March 2016. Apple designed ‌Safari Technology Preview‌ to allow users to test features that are planned for future release versions of the Safari browser.‌Safari Technology Preview‌ 234 includes fixes and updates for Animations, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, MathML, Media, SVG, Web API, Web Authentication, Web Inspector, and WebRTC.The current ‌Safari Technology Pre…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 2:26am -
  • Don't Want to Upgrade to iOS 26? Here's How to Stay on iOS 18 [Update: Now Unavailable]
    Since the beginning of December, Apple has been pushing iPhone users who opted to stay on iOS 18 to install iOS 26 instead. Apple started by making the iOS 18 upgrades less visible, and has now transitioned to making new iOS 18 updates unavailable on any device capable of running ‌iOS 26‌.If you have an ‌iPhone‌ 11 or later, Apple is no longer offering new versions of iOS 18, even though there was a security update that came out alongside iOS 26.2. Apple stopped showing new iOS 18…
    - 4 days ago 20 Dec 25, 12:07am -
  • MacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone 17 and Fresh Coat Screen Protector From Astropad
    For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Astropad to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win an iPhone 17 and one of Astropad's Fresh Coat anti-reflective screen protectors to go along with it.Fresh Coat is a new kind of screen protector that Astropad designed with an optical-grade anti-reflective coating to reduce glare and provide a more pleasant iPhone viewing experience. The technology that Astropad is using cuts reflections by 75 percent, while improving contrast and keeping col…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 11:21pm -
  • You Can No Longer Downgrade to iOS 26.1
    Apple has stopped signing iOS 26.1, meaning that iPhone users can no longer downgrade to that software version via Finder on macOS or the Apple Devices app on Windows. iOS 26.2 is now the minimum version that is still signed by Apple, and the first beta of iOS 26.3 is also available to developers and public beta testers.iOS 26.2 was released last week. The update adds a Liquid Glass slider for the Lock Screen's clock, offline lyrics in Apple Music, and much more.Related Roundups: iOS 26, i…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 11:15pm -
  • The MacRumors Show: 2025 Year-in-Review
    On this year's final episode of The MacRumors Show, we take a look back at all of Apple's major announcements and new products from 2025.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videosIn February, Apple introduced the iPhone 16e, positioned as a replacement for the iPhone SE as a lower-cost model, starting at $599. It offers the A18 chip and a 48-megapixel camera in an ‌iPhone‌ 13-style design, but with matte back glass, a USB-C port, and no MagSafe. The device debuted…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 10:38pm -
  • Australia Approves Apple Watch's Hypertension Notifications
    Australia has granted approval for Apple to enable its Apple Watch hypertension notification feature in the country, Information Age reports.The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Australia's medical device regulator, has approved Apple's hypertension notification feature for use on Apple Watch, formally listing the software as a medical device on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods earlier this month.Apple announced hypertension detection in September. The feature is des…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 10:11pm -
  • Best Apple Deals of the Week: AirPods Pro 3 for $199, Plus Sitewide Sales at Samsung and Sonos
    It's the last week before Christmas, which means that the holiday shopping season is quickly wrapping up. With this in mind, we're recapping all of the best last-minute deals you can find online this week, but be warned that guaranteed delivery by December 25th is going to be increasingly difficult to find over the next few days.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 th…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 8:10pm -
  • Turn Off the User Profiles Screen on Apple TV 4K
    Starting with tvOS 26.2, Apple TVs began displaying a user profile selection screen every time you wake the device from sleep. The feature helps households with multiple users maintain separate viewing histories and recommendations, but it can feel like an unnecessary step if you're the sole user.Fortunately, Apple lets you disable this prompt entirely. Here's how to turn off the user profiles screen and go straight to your Home screen.Disable the User Profile Selection Screen Ope…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 6:05pm -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • Morgan Stanley Raises Apple Target to $315 for 2026
    Morgan Stanley has increased its price target for Apple shares to $315, signaling renewed confidence in the company’s outlook as it heads into 2026. The investment bank also reaffirmed its “Overweight” rating, keeping Apple as a core pick for the year ahead. The new target marks a $10 increase from Morgan Stanley’s previous forecast. Analysts […]
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 4:08pm -
  • Apple Expands India Role With Plans for Local Chip Packaging
    Apple is considering a major new step in its India expansion. According to recent reports, the company has entered early talks to package Apple Silicon chips in the country. If finalized, this would mark Apple’s first move to handle chip packaging inside India. So far, India has focused mainly on assembling iPhones. However, this shift […]
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 3:48pm -
  • Apple Manufacturing Academy Supports U.S. Businesses
    Apple’s Manufacturing Academy is quietly making a big impact on U.S. businesses, far beyond consumer electronics. While the program began with a focus on advanced manufacturing skills, it now supports food packaging, medical supply, and industrial firms across the country. According to participants, Apple’s involvement does not stop after classroom training. Instead, Apple engineers often […]
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 2:22pm -
  • EU Developers Renew Pressure to Cut Apple App Store Fees
    A growing group of European app developers has renewed its push against Apple’s App Store fees. This week, a coalition of developers and consumer groups formally petitioned the European Commission. They claim Apple’s revised fee structure still puts EU-based apps at a disadvantage compared to rivals elsewhere. The coalition argues that Apple’s latest changes fail […]
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 7:24pm -
  • ChatGPT May Control Apple Music Playlists Soon
    ChatGPT may soon take on a new role as a personal DJ for Apple Music users. According to recent developments, OpenAI plans to expand ChatGPT’s app integrations, and Apple Music appears to be next on the list. If confirmed, this move would let users rely on AI to create and manage playlists directly within Apple’s […]
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 6:50pm -
  • Apple May Launch Seven iPhone Models a Year by 2027
    Apple may be preparing its biggest iPhone shake-up yet. According to industry reports, the company could release as many as seven iPhone models per year by 2027. This shift would mark a major change from Apple’s current launch rhythm, which centers on four main devices each fall with limited spring updates. The move suggests Apple […]
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 6:19pm -
  • Apple Park Hits Capacity as Apple Spends $1.1B on New Offices
    Apple Park may be one of the world’s most famous corporate campuses, but it no longer meets Apple’s space needs. In 2025, Apple quietly spent about $1.1 billion on additional office space across California to support its expanding workforce. Although Apple Park opened in 2017 with room for around 13,000 employees, the campus reached capacity […]
    - 6 days ago 17 Dec 25, 7:25pm -
  • iPhone Stands Strong in 2026 as RAM Prices Surge
    The global smartphone market is heading into a challenging year. According to a new industry report, higher memory costs are expected to slow smartphone shipments in 2026. Research firm Counterpoint has lowered its forecast, now predicting global shipments will fall by about 2% year over year as DRAM and NAND flash prices surge. These rising […]
    - 6 days ago 17 Dec 25, 6:49pm -
  • iOS 26 Leak Reveals Unreleased Apple Devices
    A leaked internal build of iOS 26 has revealed an unusually detailed look at Apple’s product roadmap. According to files uncovered by researchers, the software references more than a dozen unreleased Apple devices still in development. The discovery offers fresh clues about what Apple may launch over the next two years. The leak came from […]
    - 6 days ago 17 Dec 25, 6:13pm -
  • visionOS 26.2 Delivers Stability Update for Apple Vision Pro Users
    Apple has released visionOS 26.2, a new software update for the Apple Vision Pro that prioritizes stability over new features. Unlike major releases, this update focuses on fixing issues and improving reliability. As a result, users should not expect interface changes or new tools. However, this update still plays an important role. Regular maintenance updates […]
    - 7 days ago 16 Dec 25, 5:13pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newDeals: Level Lock+ Matter Apple Home Key lock, 2025 orange Alpine Loop, M4 Pro MacBook Pro up to $700 off, more
    Alongside ongoing $250 price drops on the M4 MacBook Air lineup and AirPods Pro 3 down at $199 on Amazon, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break does have some new deals to scope out. Firstly, we have the return on Amazon all-time low pricing on Level’s Lock+ (Matter) model with Apple Home Key at nearly 25% off. But we also spotted new lows hitting a pair of Apple’s 2025 Apple Watch Ultra bands – the orange Alpine Loop and the black Trail Loop – as well as this refurb 16-inch 24GB M4 Pro MacBook…
    - 15 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 10:14pm -
  • newiOS 26.3 release date: Here’s when the next iPhone update will arrive
    Apple’s first iPhone update of the new year will be iOS 26.3, which just recently debuted in beta. Here’s the expected iOS 26.3 release date for all users. more…
    - 15 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 9:37pm -
  • newApple Wallet’s iOS 26 boarding passes now offered by three major airlines
    iOS 26 brought a bunch of great changes to Apple’s Wallet app, including an upgraded experience for boarding passes. Another major airline has recently added support for the new boarding passes, making at least three total so far. Here are the details. more…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 8:57pm -
  • newiPhone Fold and future Galaxy foldable may end up copying the original Pixel Fold
    After Google pivoted away from its stout book-like foldable form factor found in the original Pixel Fold, Apple’s coming iPhone Fold and a future Samsung foldable may just end up copying the same idea. more…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 8:42pm -
  • newApple TV has three fan-favorite shows returning soon, here’s what’s coming
    Apple TV has put together a strong lineup to kick off 2026, including three fan-favorite shows returning soon that you still have time to catch up on. Here’s what’s coming. more…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 8:33pm -
  • newReddit comment led police to identify Brown University shooter
    A comment in a Reddit thread was what led police and FBI investigators to identify the Brown University shooter. Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha said the comment on Reddit was what enabled police to track down the rental car which enabled them to identify the shooter … more…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 8:32pm -
  • newiPhone Fold’s key display breakthrough may still be in flux, per leak
    It’s the time of year when Apple finalizes many design details and specs for next fall’s flagship iPhone lineup. But the latest leak indicates a key feature of the iPhone Fold’s display—the crease free design—is still very much in flux. more…
    - 17 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 8:10pm -
  • newApple about to test iPhone 18 production, ready for new split-launch plan
    A leaker with a good track record says that suppliers are gearing up for iPhone 18 production as the company prepares for its new split-launch plan.The new strategy will see the base model iPhone 18 go on sale earlier in the year, with production potentially underway by mid-February … more…
    - 18 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:41pm -
  • newMacSync Stealer variant finds a way to bypass Apple malware protections
    We’ve recently seen how ChatGPT was used to trick Mac users into installing MacStealer, and now a different tactic has been found to persuade users to install a version of MacSync Stealer.The Mac remains a relatively difficult target for attackers thanks to Apple’s protections against the installation of malware. However, Mac malware is on the increase, and two recently-discovered tactics discovered by security researchers highlight the creative approaches some attackers are using ……
    - 18 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:30pm -
  • newInstagram long-form videos and full control of your feed may be on the cards
    Instagram long-form videos have previously been a possibility the company has ruled out, but its head Adam Mosseri now says that it might be that the platform needs it.One thing he is promising is a way to allow users to “proactively shape content in their feeds,” although you shouldn’t hold your breath for this … more…
    - 19 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 5:26pm -
  • MacBook Pro ‘overhaul’ launching as soon as next year: Here are five upgrades to expect
    Rumors strongly suggest that Apple will be MacBook Pro, and we’ll be delving into them here. more…
    - 1 day ago 22 Dec 25, 2:43am -
  • Review: This MagSafe battery pack replaced multiple chargers for me [Video]
    I have tested dozens of MagSafe battery packs over the years, including slim ones, chunky ones, low-capacity chargers, and full-on power bricks that aim to replace everything at once. Most of the battery packs I test are mostly fine; they do the job. But the Kuxiu S3 10,000mAh battery pack strikes a great balance of simplicity, multifunctionality, and, most importantly, reliability. Here is what you should know about their brand-new solid-state battery pack. more…
    - 2 days ago 21 Dec 25, 7:30pm -
  • Indie App Spotlight: ‘AnywAIr’ lets you play with local AI models on your iPhone
    Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.AnywAIr, which is a play on the word “anywhere”, is a nifty little iOS app that lets you play with AI models – regardless of if you have an internet connection. It offers custom themes, a plethora of tools and games, and all of the local AI models you could want to mess with. more…
    - 2 days ago 21 Dec 25, 2:00am -
  • Incogni can scrub your SSN and other sensitive data from the web

    - 3 days ago 21 Dec 25, 12:18am -
  • Apple @ Work: ABM Warranty shows why Apple’s new Business Manager APIs matter for IT teams
    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…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:30pm -
  • 9to5Mac Top Stories: iOS 26.3 beta, App Store changes, Apple Music features
    Welcome to 9to5Mac’s top stories of the week, where we recap the biggest news in the Apple world every Saturday. This week, we have the first beta of iOS 26.3, new details on the iPhone 18 and iPhone Fold, and more changes to the App Store. Plus, our usual slate of new podcast episodes, opinion pieces, and much more. Read on for all of this week’s top stories. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:04pm -
  • Review: SwitchBot Wallet Finder is an incredibly useful accessory to track your wallet with iPhone Find My
    I have an AirTag on my keychain to keep track of my keys, but obviously an AirTag is too big and bulky to fit inside a wallet. That’s what the SwitchBot Wallet Finder is for.Disguised inside a thin, credit-card form factor, the SwitchBot Wallet Finder connects to the Find My app on your iPhone, so you can follow its location, and it even houses a speaker so you can make it beep to help you find your wallet when it inevitably gets lost somewhere in your home. Read on for my review ……
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 4:42pm -
  • 2025 tech gift guide for Apple users — personally tested and recommended
    It’s officially time to start checking gifts off your list before it’s too late. For my 2025 tech gift guide, I’m recommending technology products that I’ve actually used all year. Each of these products has been especially useful this year, and they’ll make great gifts for the Apple users in your life. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 4:30pm -
  • Apple cancels ‘The Last Frontier’ after just one season
    Apple has decided to cancel “The Last Frontier” after one season. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:54am -
  • ChatGPT has a Sora-powered Holiday easter egg
    As Sam Altman teaser on X, you can prompt ChatGPT with a single emoji, and get a personalized Christmas-themed video made by Sora in return. Here’s how to do it. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 7:25am -
  • Apple TV’s newest nature docuseries is now available
    ‘Born to be Wild’ is narrated by Hugh Bonneville (Notting Hill, Paddington), and adds to Apple TV’s ever-increasing catalogue of natural world content. Watch the trailer below. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 4:45am -
  • Apple study shows how an AI-powered ISP could dramatically improve low-light iPhone photos
    Apple researchers have developed an AI model that dramatically improves extremely dark photos by integrating a diffusion-based image model directly into the camera’s image processing pipeline, allowing it to recover detail from raw sensor data that would normally be lost. Here’s how they did it. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 4:21am -
  • New Powerbeats Fit ad starring Travis Scott features a new unreleased track and an old tweet
    Beats’ new campaign, “Dare to Dream,” recreates Travis Scott’s childhood bedroom and the moment he manifested his path to becoming a global superstar. Watch it below. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 3:45am -
  • Apple stops signing iOS 26.1, here’s what that means
    If you’re running iOS 26.2 and had been thinking about downgrading, you missed your chance. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 2:15am -
  • You’ll soon lose access to ChatGPT’s Voice feature on macOS
    If you rely heavily on ChatGPT’s Voice feature on the Mac app, be warned: the feature is going away early next year. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 1:43am -
  • You can now watch Stanford’s 2025 SwiftUI development lectures for free
    All 16 videos and supporting material from the Spring 2025 version of Stanford’s CS193p (Developing Applications for iOS using SwiftUI) course are now online, for free. more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 1:09am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: December 19, 2025 – iPhone Fold, Apple Music news
    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: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas.  more…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 12:53am -
  • HomeKit Weekly: Aqara Hub M200 brings Matter support and new automation options to HomeKit
    The smart home world is continually moving toward Matter, and Aqara is one of the companies driving this transition forward at a steady pace with its new products this year. Their latest hub, the Aqara Hub M200, replaces their older hubs and features a cleaner design, along with support for Matter. For HomeKit users, this means another step toward a future where more Aqara accessories can integrate seamlessly with the Home app, while still leveraging the benefits of Zigbee behind the scenes.…
    - 4 days ago 20 Dec 25, 12:40am -
  • Gift guide: Last-minute HomeKit recommendations
    Crafting a smart home ecosystem can be tricky. There are a lot of product categories, and it can be hard to know which ones to prioritize. Here are some of my go-to smart home recommendations for outfitting a smart home — and they all make great gifts this holiday season. more…
    - 4 days ago 20 Dec 25, 12:06am -
  • iMessage is full of features you’re probably not using (but should) [Video]
    It feels like every year, Apple quietly adds dozens of small features and improvements to the Messages app, but most of them fly under the radar. These aren’t flashy or eye-grabbing features, but they are the type of features that really help the quality of life and experience of the Messages app. If you are like most people, then you have probably been using the Messages app the same way for years, meaning you are barely scratching the surface of what the app can do. Here are some of the best…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 11:30pm -
  • macOS 26.2 adds one of the smartest video calling features I’ve seen in years
    While it was somewhat overshadowed by the release of iOS 26.2, Apple also released macOS 26.2 last week. This update introduces one of the most clever video calling features I’ve seen in years: Edge Light.Here’s how it works. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 11:10pm -
  • Deals: iPad $274, 24GB M5 MacBook $250 off, Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Mouse, more
    Alongside the ongoing Amazon all-time low on AirPods Pro 3 at $199, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break has a series of new price drops to scope out. Apple’s iPad 11 has returned to the $274 Black Friday price alongside a shot at Apple Pencil Pro at $78 shipped. We also have the most affordable 24GB M5 MacBook Pro you can buy at $250 off joined by Apple Watch Ultra 2 at $250 off (just about every config) and another chance at the rare Magic Mouse (USB-C) holiday price. Scope it all out down below.…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 10:13pm -
  • Apple age verification with a privacy focus would solve two problems
    While Apple is currently lobbying against being given a legal responsibility for age verification when it comes to downloading apps, I think the company’s customers would very much benefit from it taking on this role.Given the company’s track record in finding privacy-respecting approaches to personal data, I would like to see it go even further than the proposals we’ve seen to date … more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 7:59pm -
  • Apple might be requiring iPhone users to install iOS 26 for security fixes
    Apple released iOS 26.2 last week with important security fixes. At the same time, it also shipped iOS 18.7.3 for users who haven’t upgraded yet — at least in theory.In practice, Jason Snell at Six Colors reports that some iPhone owners aren’t being offered the iOS 18 security update at all, and are instead being pushed straight to iOS 26. Update: Here is a support document on Apple’s website with more details about its software update rollouts. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 7:05pm -
  • macOS Tahoe users report persistent screen flickering issues
    If you’ve noticed odd screen flickering since installing macOS Tahoe, you’re not alone. A growing number of users are reporting brief but distracting display flickers, particularly when using Apple’s Studio Display. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 6:09pm -
  • Apple TV releasing Pluribus season finale early
    It’s happening again. Pluribus viewers won’t have to wait a full week to see the conclusion to season one. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 9:10am -
  • Apple faces revived App Store antitrust class action at U.S. appeals court
    Following U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers’ reversal of her own certification of a class action suit accusing Apple of monopolizing the iPhone app market, the case was put back in play today. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 7:16am -
  • After years of drama, TikTok’s U.S. sale is set to close next month
    Stop us if you’ve heard this before, but it appears that the TikTok sale odyssey may be about to wrap up. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 5:47am -
  • PSA: This is your last chance to get AirPods Pro 3 for $199 in time for Christmas
    Hello! Well folks, this is it. I’ve been telling you for the last six weeks to buy AirPods Pro 3 this holiday season, and this is your last call. I’ll be honest, this last hurrah comes as a surprise. Tonight is literally your last chance. Amazon has done the unexpected and dropped AirPods Pro 3 back to their all-time low of $199. AND! The logistics wizards at the company say your order will arrive before Christmas with time to spare…in most cities. Apple AirPods Pro 3 $199 (Reg. $…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 5:30am -
  • Following sweeping App Store changes, AltStore PAL launches in Japan
    Japanese users can now download AltStore PAL and sideload apps on their iPhones and iPads. Here’s how. more…
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  • DuckDuckGo’s AI platform can now generate images
    The new Duck.ai feature, still in beta, adheres to DuckDuckGo’s privacy-first approach to AI and to search in general. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 4:28am -
  • Security Bite: This app tells you if your Mac’s webcam or mic was triggered while you were away
    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 App…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 4:14am -
  • ‘Beat the Reaper’: Apple TV picks up new dramedy, starring Will Poulter
    Apple confirmed today that it will adapt Josh Bazell’s 2009 debut novel “Beat the Reaper” for Apple TV. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 3:50am -
  • Here’s why you may have to wait until 2027 to get an iPhone Fold
    Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently made a rare appearance on the MacroMicro podcast, where he shared some new information regarding the iPhone Fold’s production timeline. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 2:32am -
  • iOS 26.2 makes one of my favorite Apple Watch features even more useful
    One of my favorite Apple Watch features introduced this year is Sleep Score. Sleep is a crucial part of life, and this feature gives you a look at three different facets of it: duration, bedtime, and interruptions.With this week’s launch of iOS 26.2 and watchOS 26.2, it just got even more useful. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 2:22am -
  • ChatGPT just made it way easier to find important conversations
    OpenAI is on a streak when it comes to releasing user experience improvements to ChatGPT. The latest update will make finding important conversations much easier. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 2:12am -
  • Apple builds single AI model that can see, create and edit images
    Building on a previous model called UniGen, a team of Apple researchers is showcasing UniGen 1.5, a system that can handle image understanding, generation, and editing within a single model. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 1:59am -
  • Apple updates developer agreement with new privacy rules, Japan-specific terms, more
    Apple has added new provisions to multiple sections of its Developer Program License Agreement, including Japan-specific terms, following yesterday’s announcement of changes to the App Store. Here’s what’s new. more…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 1:33am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: December 18, 2025 – iOS 26.3 beta testing begins
    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: Give yourself the gift of peace of mind. Till the end of the month, 9to5Mac listeners get 30% off with code 9to5Xmas.  more…
    - 5 days ago 19 Dec 25, 12:18am -
  • Why iPhone Air feels removed from time
    When Apple released the radically new iPhone X in 2017, it marked the beginning of a years long march into a new era of iPhone design. A year later, iPhone XR replaced the legacy iPhone 8, bringing a corner to corner display, Face ID, and the gesture based experience that largely retired big bezels and the Home button.Eight years later, iPhone Air stands as the closest thing Apple has delivered to another iPhone X moment. The leap is narrower in scope, but no less intentional. Where iPhone X…
    - 5 days ago 19 Dec 25, 12:01am -

Cult of Mac

  • newThe FCC’s foreign drone ban is here
    The Federal Communications Commission has banned new drones made in foreign countries from being imported into the US unless the Department of Defense or the Department of Homeland Security recommends them. Monday's action added drones to the FCC's Covered List, qualifying foreign-made drones and drone parts, like those from DJI, as communications equipment representing "unacceptable […]
    - 6 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 6:43am -
  • newThe 60 Minutes report on CECOT that Bari Weiss censored is now internet contraband
    Yesterday, Bari Weiss, the new editor-in-chief of CBS News, censored a segment of its newsmagazine 60 Minutes about men who had been deported to an El Salvador prison. Today, it's popping up online. 60 Minutes had already begun promoting the now-censored segment online. Because it was pulled so late, it seems that CBS missed at […]
    - 7 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 5:36am -
  • newChatGPT’s yearly recap sums up your conversations with the chatbot
    ChatGPT is joining the flood of apps offering yearly recaps for users. It's rolling out a "Year in Review" feature that will show you a bunch of stats - like how many messages you sent to the chatbot in 2025 - as well as give you an AI-generated pixel art-style image that encompasses some of […]
    - 9 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 3:42am -
  • newCall of Duty, Titanfall developer Vince Zampella has died at age 55
    Vince Zampella, who had a major hand in developing franchises like Medal of Honor, Call of Duty, and Battlefield, died in a car crash on Sunday, NBC Los Angeles reports. He was 55. NBC Los Angeles and CBS Los Angeles report California Highway Patrol responded to a single-car crash at around 12:45PM local time on […]
    - 10 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 2:27am -
  • newBitcoin does cultural diplomacy in a dive bar
    Bitcoin culture, by nature, is anarchical and chaotic. It has to be, given the nature of Bitcoin itself and the people who adopted it: free-market libertarians who've gone all in on turning computer code into a form of money divorced from central banks, government intervention, and traceability. In short, it's the exact opposite culture of […]
    - 12 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 1:13am -
  • newPirate library rips 86 million of the most popular songs on Spotify
    Spotify says it has launched new protections against "anti-copyright attacks" after the open-source library / pirate activist group Anna's Archive announced it's ripped 86 million songs from the platform that it plans to make available in torrents, as reported earlier by Billboard. According to the group, "We have archived around 86 million songs from Spotify, […]
    - 12 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 12:53am -
  • newBirdfy’s Hum Bloom captures 120fps slow motion footage of hummingbirds
    Ahead of CES 2026 getting underway in early January, Birdfy has announced two new camera-equipped smart bird feeders that can identify and capture visitors in slow motion. The Birdfy Hum Bloom is specifically designed to attract and record hummingbirds using a nectar bulb that mimics flowers they're naturally attracted to, while the Feeder Vista introduces […]
    - 12 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 12:51am -
  • newIndie Game Awards retracts Expedition 33 prizes due to generative AI
    Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 had earned another Game of the Year award by the Indie Game Awards last week, but the organization has since announced that the award would be retracted because developer Sandfall Interactive used generative AI during development. The Indie Game Awards also rescinded the Debut Game award given to Expedition 33. Here […]
    - 13 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 12:17am -
  • newNetflix doesn’t stream its ‘Originals’ forever, here are some that may leave in 2026
    Although Netflix Originals are shows the streamer produces itself or has exclusive licensing arrangements for, they aren't always available on the platform indefinitely. What's on Netflix has compiled a comprehensive list of 100 Netflix Originals movies and series set to be removed from the platform throughout 2026. The list includes several animated series like seasons […]
    - 14 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 10:33pm -
  • newThe Beats Studio Pro headphones are $200 off today
    Christmas Eve is in two days, and if you’ve got a problem with procrastination, it’s time to, well, stop procrastinating. There are still some really good deals to be gotten out there, some of which may arrive just in the nick. (Worse comes to worse, you can say it’s a New Year’s gift, right?) One […]
    - 14 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 10:22pm -

Apple Insider

  • newiPad Pro & Nintendo Switch 2 are perfect companions with a portable dock
    The Nintendo Switch 2 requires a compatible dock to work, and the official one is quite big, but Kuxiu has a functioning dock that works great at a desk and on the go with your iPad Pro.iPad Pro can be a display for the Nintendo Switch 2When Apple introduced support for connecting devices like capture cards via USB-C in iPadOS 17, my first idea was to use the iPad Pro as a portable Nintendo Switch display. Due to restrictions with how the Nintendo Switch 2 works, third-party docks are harder to…
    - 3 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 9:31am -
  • newBambu Lab P1S 3D Printer review: easy multi-color printing with AMS
    The Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer is about as easy as this hobby can get, with simple setup, one-button printing from an app, auto-leveling, and a four-spool AMS, it'll be hard to stop printing.Bambu Lab P1S 3D Printer reviewI'm still a 3D printing novice that has only dabbled in the space since I tested the Flashforge AD5X. That was a good starter printer, but I've moved up a tier to the Bambu Lab P1S, and it's tough to look back.One of the first things I learned about 3D printing was that the filam…
    - 6 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 6:32am -
  • newiPhone XS, iPhone XR, Apple TV HD get critical security updates
    Apple has released updates targeting the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPad 7, and Apple TV HD in a patch fixing security issues with the older models.iPhone XRWhen it comes to operating system updates, the main attention is on releases for newer devices, though sometimes patches arrive for older hardware too. It's rare, but sometimes Apple does updates that are small enough not to be mentioned on its Developer release page.On Monday, Apple issued a series of smaller builds intended for a selection of d…
    - 12 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 1:08am -
  • newSave $300 on M4 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB SSD - now just $1,299
    Save $300 on a popular M4 MacBook Air configuration with a bump up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.Get Apple's M4 MacBook Air 24GB, 1TB for just $1,299 - Image credit: AppleTo activate the exclusive savings, shop through this special pricing link or the pricing link on our M4 13-inch MacBook Air 24GB/1TB product page from a laptop or desktop computer.Buy M4 13" MacBook Air 24GB/1TB for $1,299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 13 hours ago 23 Dec 25, 12:06am -
  • newDeals: AirPods Pro 3 $199, Apple Watch Series 11 $299, M4 MacBook Air $749 with delivery by Christmas
    There's still time to grab last-minute Apple gifts at substantial discounts with delivery by Christmas.Save up to $400 on Apple with delivery by Christmas on many items - Image credit: AppleAmazon and B&H have numerous last-minute holiday deals available, with delivery by Christmas to many locations. As always, be sure to check delivery dates for your specific address during checkout. But at press time, you can pick up an Apple Watch Series 11 for $299 ($100 off), AirPods Pro 3 for $199, and mor…
    - 15 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 9:40pm -
  • newiPhone Fold crease-free screen glass may not be ready yet
    The iPhone Fold is expected to arrive in the fall, but technical challenges may still exist for the display and screen glass that aren't yet solved.iPhone Fold could take on the look of two iPhone Air models fused together - Image Credit: AppleInsiderThe biggest part of the long-rumored iPhone Fold is the internal display, with Apple doing what it can to avoid it creasing over the long term. However, it now seems that Apple could be cutting it close for a fall release, which could impact the ini…
    - 15 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 9:39pm -
  • newApple COO Sabih Khan tells China the company is committed to long-term partnerships
    New Apple COO Sabih Khan has met with China's international trade negotiator, with both sides reportedly making general promises about continuing to work together.Apple's Sabih Khan (left) and China's Li Chenggang — image credits: Apple and WikipediaSabih Khan's predecessor as Apple Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Williams, made several such visits to China before his retirement, sometimes alongside CEO Tim Cook. Now China's Ministry of Commerce has announced that Khan has continued that relatio…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 9:19pm -
  • newResideo's Scott Harkins talks about the new Honeywell Home X8S on HomeKit Insider
    On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, Scott Harkins from Resideo joins to talk about the new Honeywell Home X8S Matter thermostat and the future of the smart home.HomeKit Insider PodcastScott Harkins serves as the Senior VP of Sales at Resideo, that also overseas the Honeywell Home brand. After a tepid first few steps, the brand is going all-in on Matter with the launch of the Honeywell Home X8S thermostat.This thermostat, announced ahead of CES, is aimed at the premium market a…
    - 16 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 9:06pm -
  • newApple cozies up to Samsung as RAM gets ridiculously expensive
    Samsung has always been a part of the iPhone supply chain, and Apple is about to lean on the company more as RAM prices skyrocket worldwide.A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: SamsungThe Apple supply chain relies on multiple companies when it comes to memory. Samsung already provides Apple with a lot of the memory for its manufacturing needs, but its share should be expanding in the coming years.According to sources of Korea Economic Daily, Apple's renewals of long-term agreements will…
    - 17 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 7:46pm -
  • newiPhone Air review three months later: Compromise is good
    The iPhone Air remains controversial even three months after its release, but after a quarter of a year with one in my pocket, I'm in no rush to go back to a Pro Max.iPhone Air three-month review: An iPhone like no otherThe arrival of the iPhone Air in September 2025 came after months of rumors. It's rare for any iPhone to live up to that kind of hype, but the iPhone Air did it.It was every bit as thin and light as we'd been told to expect by every leaker under the sun. And even after Apple anno…
    - 17 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 7:43pm -
  • newBoox Note Air 5 C review: An already good e-ink reader made a little bit better
    The Boox Note Air 5 C e-ink tablet and ebook reader doesn't try to fix what isn't broken, but its internal upgrades help an already solid tablet become just a bit stronger.Boox Note Air 5 CIn October, Boox rolled out an update to its Boox Note Air line. That means we're now on the fifth iteration, and I was curious to see what it had changed. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 17 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 7:42pm -
  • newInside Final Cut Pro -- How Apple abandoned Hollywood
    Final Cut Pro for the Mac became a favorite video editing app of Hollywood about 20 years ago, but then Apple made a radical update that lost it filmmakers forever. Here's where it started, and what happened to make it fall out of favor.Some of the more famous Final Cut Pro icons through the years — image credit: AppleNo question, Final Cut Pro for the Mac is an extraordinarily superb app. It has faults, users have criticisms, but if you use it, you tend to become a fan.The only problem is get…
    - 18 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:50pm -
  • newDon't expect big changes in the iPhone 18 Pro design
    A new report claims that the iPhone 18 series will enter test production soon, but also that the Pro models will closely resemble the current design.The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to deliver a multitude of improvements.There have been many reports of significant updates to the iPhone 18 Pro, though most expect that the differences will be internal. Now a new claim from leaker Fixed Focus Digital includes the caution (in translation) that "the appearance change is not as large as everyone thought.…
    - 18 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:38pm -
  • newItaly fines Apple $115 million over App Tracking Transparency
    The Italian antitrust agency says Apple abuses its dominant market position with the App Store and has fined it $115 million having apparently misunderstood App Tracking Transparency.Apple's App Store award trophyItaly's Autorita Garante Della Concorrenza E Del Mercato (AGCM) competition authority began an investigation back in May 2023. At the time, it said this was in part because Apple imposed "a more restrictive privacy policy" on third-party developers than it does itself.The privacy policy…
    - 19 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 6:01pm -
  • newVisa-holding staff should not leave the US, warns Apple
    Lawyers for Apple, Google, and Microsoft have reportedly told staff to stay in the US, if they require a visa stamp to re-enter the country.Back in 2020, President Trump signed an executive order suspending foreign work visas, including the H-1B one that lets firms employ graduate workers in speciality occupations. Apple objected at the time, but that was about the issuing of new H-1B visas. What's happening now concerns staff who already have one.Such an employee must have a valid visa stamp in…
    - 20 hours ago 22 Dec 25, 4:41pm -
  • Grab Apple's M4 MacBook Air for $749, laptops start at just $429
    Amazon's best M4 MacBook Air deal is back for $749, with delivery by Christmas to select locations. Prices across new and closeout models start at just $429.Save up to $600 across Apple's MacBook Air line - Image credit: AppleThe $250 discount at Amazon applies to the 13-inch MacBook Air with Apple's M4 chip, 16GB of unified memory, and 256GB of storage in your choice of the four colors.Buy M4 MacBook Air from $749 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 22 Dec 25, 11:50am -
  • Grab Apple's M5 MacBook Pro 24GB RAM for $1,499 with free 2-day shipping
    Apple's Late 2025 M5 MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM is on sale for $1,499, a discount of $300 off MSRP. Plus, get delivery by Christmas to many locations.Save $300 on Apple's M5 MacBook Pro with an upgrade to 24GB RAM - Image credit: AppleThe exclusive deal can be activated through this pricing link or via our M5 MacBook Pro Price Guide when you shop from a laptop or desktop computer (it cannot be activated through B&H's mobile app).This 14-inch MacBook Pro in Space Black not only includes Apple's…
    - 1 day ago 22 Dec 25, 1:05am -
  • Frozen out: Apple cancels 'The last Frontier' after just one season
    The Jason Clarke drama "The Last Frontier" did not survive on Apple TV, as the streaming service canceled the Alaskan wilderness show after a single season.The Last Frontier - Image Credit: Apple TVFollowing the release of the trailer on September 18, there were high hopes for the ten-episode series The Last Frontier on Apple TV. However, after the broadcast of its season finale, it seems the show has crashed and burned.According to Variety on December 19, Apple declined to move to a second seas…
    - 2 days ago 21 Dec 25, 9:28pm -
  • Samsung's 43" Q8F TV dips to $347 today only, save up to $5,000 across line
    Treat the family to a new television for the holidays while steep discounts are in effect, including Samsung's 43-inch Q8F QLED set that's on sale for just $347.99 today only.Get a 43-inch Samsung QLED Q8F for just $387.99 today only - Image credit: SamsungB&H's 24-hour Deal Zone event slashes $200 off the Samsung Q8F 43-inch QLED TV thanks to a $60 instant rebate stacked with a $140 in-cart coupon.Buy for $347.99 today only Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 21 Dec 25, 12:13pm -
  • These Mac mini deals start at $479, with delivery by Christmas
    Finish up your holiday shopping with triple-digit discounts on Apple's M4 Mac mini, which starts at just $479, with delivery by Christmas to many locations.Grab last-minute deals on Apple's latest Mac mini.If you're looking for a last-minute holiday gift for someone special, Amazon and B&H Photo have discounts on Apple's latest Mac mini, with free next day delivery on orders shipped within the contiguous U.S. on dozens of SKUs at B&H.Amazon also has several models available for delivery by Chris…
    - 2 days ago 21 Dec 25, 1:55am -
  • AI calculations on Mac cluster get big boosts from new RDMA support on Thunderbolt 5
    Real-world test of Apple's latest implementation of Mac cluster computing proves it can help AI researchers work using massive models, thanks to pooling memory resources over Thunderbolt 5.An M3 Ultra Mac Studio quartet set up for clustering over Thunderbolt 5 - Image Credit: Jeff GeerlingIn November, Apple teased inbound features in macOS Tahoe 26.2 that stands to considerably change how AI researchers perform machine learning processing. At the time, the headline improvement made to MLX, Apple…
    - 2 days ago 21 Dec 25, 1:29am -
  • Australians will be soon able to use Apple Watch hypertension notifications
    Following approval by Australian medical regulators, Apple is now allowed to enable its Apple Watch hypertension feature in the country, though no specific date has been revealed yet.While it's an Apple Watch feature, hypertension alerts have to first be enabled on an iPhoneFirst introduced in September 2025, Apple Watch can check for hypertension and alert users to seek treatment. It's been rolling out across the world as countries put it through their medical testing features.Now according to…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 1:39am -
  • iPhone 18 Pro rumors: Under-display Face ID, variable aperture cameras, more
    The iPhone 18 Pro is nowhere near release, but plenty of claims have already been made about Apple's next flagship. Here's what the rumor mill thinks is coming.The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to deliver a multitude of improvements.With its 2025 iPhone lineup, Apple's high-end models underwent significant changes, both visually and functionally. Titanium was replaced with aluminum as the case material, and the familiar rear camera bump expanded into a rectangular camera plateau.Its planned success…
    - 3 days ago 20 Dec 25, 1:31am -
  • Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac or PC plunges to $99.97
    Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business is $150 off thanks to an exclusive coupon stacked with an instant rebate.This Microsoft Office Home & Business deal saves you $140 - Image credit: MicrosoftRetailing for $249.99, AppleInsider readers can save $150 with stacked instant and coupon savings with promo code MSO24. This brings the cost down to $99.97 for the suite of Office tools at Stack Social.Buy with code MSO24 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 10:43pm -
  • Get Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M4 for just $949 with delivery by Christmas
    There's still time to grab Amazon's best 15-inch MacBook Air price at $949, with delivery by Christmas to select locations.Save $250 on a variety of MacBook Air models - Image credit: AppleThe M4 15-inch MacBook Air delivers robust battery life at up to 18 hours, making it a great choice for those seeking MacBook Pro-style screen space without the high cost. And numerous models are $250 off at Amazon, with prices starting at $949.Buy 15" MacBook Air for $949 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Di…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 9:26pm -
  • A macOS Tahoe bug is causing some Apple Studio Displays to flicker
    A small number of Apple Studio display owners are reporting that macOS Tahoe is causing their monitors to flicker, but it might affect other monitors too.Apple Studio DisplayEver since macOS Tahoe was released in September 2025, a small number of people have reported a flickering issue with their Studio Display. Reports on social media and elsewhere suggest the bug has gotten worse, rather than better, with subsequent macOS updates.While difficult to describe in text, the flicker is said to some…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 9:15pm -
  • Six or seven iPhones a year, new iMac Pro, and low-cost MacBooks on the AppleInsider Podcast
    By 2027, Apple may be releasing six or seven iPhones every year — and new rumors say there could be two low-cost MacBooks, plus maybe the return of the iMac Pro, on the AppleInsider Podcast.The days of a single iPhone being released each year are long, long gone.Join us as we count on our fingers to work out exactly how many iPhones — and what types — Apple is now expected to release every year from 2027. It's surprisingly hard to keep straight just what's coming, which does make us tip ou…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 7:21pm -
  • Court will reconsider App Store class action case worth billions
    An App Store antitrust case that has been running for more than a decade, may be revived as a US appeals court says it will reconsider a previous ruling that saw the class action dismissed.App Store iconThis latest move is specifically to reexamine an October 2025 decision by Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers to dismiss a class action suit. The suit was originally filed in 2011, accusing Apple of overcharging App Store users.In just one example of how this particular case has had a tortuous route thr…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 6:00pm -
  • Asus ProArt PA32QCV Display review: Big screen for big creative work
    The Asus ProArt Display PA32QCV is expensive, but it's a 6K-resolution creative professional's dream monitor.Asus ProArt PA32QCVAs a digital illustrator and graphic designer, the color quality, sharpness, and size of monitor displays in my day-to-day life is important to maintain consistent quality and peace of mind.I need monitors that allow me to create and deliver color artwork that is clear and consistent across as many surfaces and media as possible. All while also providing an abundance of…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 5:41pm -
  • US investors to close deal on 50% ownership of TikTok January 22
    TikTok in the United States is about to see significant change as a new US-based algorithm is introduced in the name of "protecting Americans' data and US National Security."TikTok America arrives on January 22After over five years of talks to ban TikTok because of supposed national security concerns, a sale is set to be finalized. On January 22, if the Chinese government approves, TikTok in the United States will be 50% owned by investing firms and meet the requirements of the Protecting Americ…
    - 4 days ago 19 Dec 25, 7:55am -
  • AirPods Pro 3 are back down to $199 ($50 off) at Amazon
    Amazon's $199 AirPods Pro 3 deal delivers the lowest price to date on the earbuds, with delivery by Christmas to select locations.Grab AirPods Pro 3 at the best $199 price.Apple AirPods Pro 3 are back down to $199 at Amazon, beating Black Friday pricing by $20.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $199 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 11:32pm -
  • 'Physical' creator Annie Weisman returns with Apple TV thriller 'Imperfect Women'
    Apple TV is expanding its psychological thriller lineup with a limited series adaptation of Araminta Hall's "Imperfect Women", coming in 2026.Image Credit: Apple TVAnnie Weisman, creator of the Apple TV dramedy "Physical", is back with another project for the small screen. This time, it's based on Araminta Hall's gripping, immersive novel, "Imperfect Women."The story follows three lifelong friends as a murder shatters their decades-long friendship. The story, as Apple TV describes, "explores gui…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 10:45pm -
  • Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (Gen 3) drawing tablet Review: Wacom is in trouble
    The third-generation Huion Kamvas Pro 24 is an excellent pen display for digital artists to use while working on their Mac. Wacom should be afraid.Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (Gen 3) review - in useAs a professional digital illustrator, pen display tablets are the lifeblood of my work and the backbone behind everything I create. I know when a pen display delivers or when they fall short.We're living in a time where new pen display releases steadily hit the market. The juggernaut that is Wacom is no long…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 9:35pm -
  • Apple to flood App Store search results with more ads in 2026
    Apple is preparing to present more ads during searches on the App Stores, but has told advertisers they can't pay to get better positioning.App Store ads. While reports of ads coming to Apple Maps remain rumors, Apple has announced that it is adding "additional ads across search queries" in the App Store from 2026. The new ads will appear inline within the search results, while the existing ones will continue to be at the top of the list.Apple's note to advertisers and developers about this stre…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 9:34pm -
  • How to use ChatGPT with Apple Music when search comes up short
    ChatGPT now supports Apple Music, giving subscribers a new way to discover and save music through conversation. Here's how to connect it, start using it, where ChatGPT is better, and where Apple Music search is better.How to use ChatGPT with Apple MusicOpenAI recently added Apple Music support to its ChatGPT app and it fills a gap Apple Music has struggled with for years. The integration works best when you know the kind of music you want, but Apple's search can't quite follow your thinking.Appl…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 9:23pm -
  • Epic Games CEO slams Japanese App Store 'junk fees' following App Store tweaks
    As expected, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney took to social media to complain about the "junk fees" he says will prevent "Fortnite" from returning to the iPhone.Tim Sweeney is, once again, mad at Apple. Image source: Epic GamesApple announced on December 17 that it is introducing support for third-party app stores and payment processors to Japanese iPhones. But if you thought that news would make Tim Sweeney happy, think again.As a recap, Apple's announcement brings Japanese iPhones closer to the way…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 7:17pm -
  • New iMac with OLED display may launch in 2027
    A new supply chain report suggests that Apple is planning to update its 24-inch iMac with OLED to make an improved and noticeably brighter display.The current 24-inch iMacIt's been described as the perfect Mac, but still the 24-inch iMac has seen only minor updates since it first moved to Apple Silicon in April 2021. Now it's reported that Apple is looking to at least significantly improve the display in a future release.According to The Elec, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to both S…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 6:08pm -
  • New third-party iOS App Stores in Japan preserve user privacy, child safety
    Apple is introducing alternative app stores and payment options in Japan to comply with a new competition law, while maintaining that platform-level security and child safety controls remain in place.App StoreApple compares this approach with the EU's Digital Markets Act, which compelled Apple to support third-party app stores, alternative payments, and broader distribution pathways. The company maintains those requirements fragmented oversight in ways Japan's law avoids.For iPhone users, the ch…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 6:39am -
  • Apple's AI & ML research papers show instant 3D image conversion, more
    Apple continues to focus on AI-powered image modification, with new studies detailing evaluation frameworks and an AI model that can turn 2D images into 3D scenes in a second. Here's what the company's research has revealed.visionOS can convert 2D images to 3D scenes in momentsWith iOS 26, Apple made it possible to turn two-dimensional photos into three-dimensional "Spatial Scenes," allowing for a more dynamic viewing experience with an added sense of depth. Now, the iPhone maker has published a…
    - 5 days ago 18 Dec 25, 5:42am -
  • Ergatta Luxe Water Rower review: delivering a powerful, low-impact workout for big budgets
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  • The Oscars are moving from ABC to YouTube -- in 2029
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  • Viral account of 'Pluribus' fridge ad causing mental health hospitalization was a lie
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  • Morgan Stanley raises Apple stock target to $315, citing incredible 2026
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  • iPhone 17 Pro review three months later: Still fresh
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  • How to stop your iPhone alarm from going off without sound in iOS 26
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  • How to import & export Markdown with Apple Notes in macOS Tahoe
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  • Inside Photos in iOS 26 & macOS 26 -- refinements in Apple's image and video management tool
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MacWorld

  • newI’m an iPhone accessories expert. Here are all the gifts I recommend
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  • newGrab four AirTags for just under $65 and finish your holiday shopping
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  • newBaseus PicoGo AF21 3-in-1 Qi2.2 Wireless Charger review: More than meets the eye
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  • newTraveling for the holidays? Pack these 13 essential iPhone apps and gadgets
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  • newThe iPhone 17e may be Apple’s last chance to save the budget phone
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  • newBest Mac monitors: The Mac compatible displays we recommend
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  • newBest external hard drives for Mac 2026: Get a low cost storage boost
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  • newThis $24 AirTag alternative can fit in your wallet
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  • newYour iPhone’s storage crisis just got a $10 solution
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  • 8 Mac settings and shortcuts you need to start using right now
    MacworldYour Mac is full of surprises, and even many years after first owning one, you can still find yourself learning new tips and tricks that you weren’t aware of before.There are many ingenious hidden features stashed away in macOS, and we’re here to highlight eight of our favorites. They range from little-known tricks to overlooked gems, and each one should help improve the way you use your Mac.1.Desktop stacksFoundryAfter using your Ma…
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  • Best NAS drives for Mac 2026: Top network storage picks & buying guide
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  • Best mouse and trackpad for your Mac or MacBook
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  • These $999 MacBooks now cost $400
    MacworldTL;DR: Get an M1 MacBook Air on sale for $399.99 (reg. $999).The rising price of RAM is also raising the price of new computers across the board, which is just one more reason to look for deals on refurbished Macs like this one. Normally, this MacBook Air would cost $999, but right now, the price is reduced to $399.99.This M1 MacBook Air has an 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine that keep apps responsive, handles multitasking easily, and supports creati…
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  • Best AirPlay speakers for iPhones and Apple Music
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  • Best Keyboards for Mac 2026: Top wireless, mechanical & budget options compared
    MacworldWhether you’re a Mac desktop or MacBook owner, there’s nothing quite like finding that keyboard that fits perfectly within your setup.A keyboard, just as with picking the best mice for Mac, is a very personal choice. After all, you’re likely to be pressing its various keys and twirling its dials for hours each day, and that makes getting the investment right all that much more important.Best Mac Keyboards fully testedWe have all sorts of Mac keyboards in this rou…
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  • This refurbished 2017 MacBook Pro is 80% off right now
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  • Block ads for life on 9 devices for just $19 (was $169.99)
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  • ESET Home Security Premium Review: Excellent protection, but there are bugs
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  • Last call for Christmas: These $199 AirPods Pro 3 are the perfect gift
    MacworldIf you’re still doing some last-minute gift shopping and have no idea what to get, you really can’t go wrong with a pair of Apple AirPods Pro 3, especially since you can get them for $199, a $50 discount, and still get them in time to wrap and put under the tree.The AirPods Pro 3 are easily one of our favorite earbuds of the year. When we reviewed them, we gave them a 4.5-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, and loved the sound quality and long battery life. And th…
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  • I used my AirPods to talk to someone in another language, and it actually worked
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