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  • newApple Signs Hiring and Licensing Deal With AI Podcast Startup Huxe
    Apple has reached an agreement to recruit employees from Huxe and license the AI audio startup's technology, according to a new European Commission filing.The filing says Apple will have the right to make employment offers to certain Huxe employees and receive a non-exclusive license to the company's intellectual property, so this isn't an outright acquisition of the company.Huxe was founded by former Google NotebookLM team members Raiza Martin, Jason Spielman, and Stephen Hughes. Note…
    - 3 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:14pm -
  • newApple's October 13 Launch: What's Coming
    Apple is planning to introduce new products on Tuesday, October 13, Apple marketing chief Greg Joswiak announced today. It won't be a traditional Apple event, but Apple has invited some members of the media to New York City to get some hands-on time with whatever's introduced.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.Those of us not invited to the New York Experience are likely to be introduced to the new devices via press releases that'll come out on launch day. Since the…
    - 12 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:18am -
  • newAnthropic Says Users Can't Be Needlessly Cruel to Claude
    Anthropic today updated its usage policy (via The Verge) to bar users from subjecting Claude to "sustained and needless abusive or cruel behavior."Anthropic says the abuse rule is meant to apply only in extreme cases, where users "repeatedly act cruelly" toward the AI models with "no discernible purpose." The rule does not apply to ordinary user frustration, pushback, dark creative themes, or model testing and research.Claude models are already able to end such conversations with persi…
    - 14 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:23am -
  • newApple to Launch Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro and OLED iPad mini on October 27
    Apple will introduce new OLED touchscreen MacBook Pro models and an ‌OLED‌ iPad mini "on or around" Tuesday, October 27, reports Bloomberg. The launch will also include an M6 14-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌ and an M6 iMac.The October 27 follows Apple's October 13 debut of a new smart home hub, a revamped Apple TV 4K, and a refreshed HomePod mini. Earlier this month, MacRumors reported that Apple would do two rounds of product launches during October.Bloomberg says both the October 13 and…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:42am -
  • newApple Now Pushing iPhone Users Still on iOS 26 to Install iOS 27
    Starting today, iPhone users still running iOS 26 will see iOS 27.0.1 as the prominent software update in the Settings app under General → Software Update, with iOS 26.7.1 now relegated to a smaller "Also Available" section at the bottom.iOS 27 was released on September 14, but until now that update and later iOS 27.0.1 were shown under the "Also Available" section, with iOS 26.7 and later iOS 26.7.1 shown in the prominent position. By reversing the order in which the updates are shown t…
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:47am -
  • newApple Has a New M&A Chief as Ternus Reshuffles Leadership
    CEO John Ternus is making changes to Apple's leadership, reports Bloomberg. Apple veteran Steve Smith will take over mergers and acquisitions and corporate development, which was previously led by Adrian Perica. M&A is an important team at Apple, handling acquisitions and arrangements like the deal Apple had with OpenAI to add ChatGPT to Siri.Perica will stay at Apple to oversee iCloud, Fitness+, and Apple News, which he has done since 2023, and will now report to App Store and services le…
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:36am -
  • newMissed Prime Day? You Can Still Score Big on Apple Devices Today
    Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event has ended, but the Apple deals have kept rolling into today, with the year's best prices still available on AirPods Pro 3, Apple Watch Series 12, and more.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.AirPodsSome of the best overall discounts this Prime Day were on AirPods, and you can still get the AirPods Pro 3 for the record low…
    - 18 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:07am -
  • newTim Cook Says He's 'Not Meddling' With Apple's New CEO John Ternus
    In his new role as the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors, Tim Cook told The Independent's David Phelan that he is "not meddling" with Apple's new CEO John Ternus."First of all, John and I have an incredible level of trust in each other," said Cook. "The relationship must be based on trust, and the communication must be frequent and significant. But other than that, what I'm focused on right now is worldwide policy. And the interface with governments around the world matters be…
    - 18 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:06am -
  • newTim Cook Explains Why He Stepped Down as Apple CEO Before iPhone Duo Launch
    The Independent's David Phelan on Wednesday interviewed Apple's executive chairman Tim Cook at Apple's U.K. headquarters in the Battersea Power Station, and one of the topics they discussed was John Ternus taking over as Apple's CEO.Ternus, who was previously Apple's hardware engineering chief, succeeded Cook as Apple's CEO on September 1. Cook said the transition "started years ago.""It's been an interesting transition," said Cook. "We really set out to have the best transition ever,…
    - 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:51pm -
  • newPrepare for Apple's New Home Hub With These HomeKit Accessory Deals
    Apple's new smart home hub is coming next week, expected to allow users to control all of their HomeKit gadgets directly from its rumored 6-inch square display, or via Siri AI. In anticipation of the home hub launch, we've gathered some of the most notable (and discounted) HomeKit and Matter-enabled smart home devices below, all of which you'll be able to control via the home hub.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we…
    - 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:51pm -
  • newApple Product Launch Announced for October 13: 'Welcome Home'
    Apple today announced an upcoming product launch that will take place on Tuesday, October 13. We are expecting Apple's announcement to focus on new smart home products, including the long-rumored smart home hub, a new Apple TV 4K, and a refreshed HomePod mini.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.The home hub is an all-new device that's like a cross between an iPad and a HomePod. It's rumored to have a 6-inch square display, and it's designed as a multi-person device t…
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:34pm -
  • newApple's Cheapest 16-Inch MacBook Pro Just Got a Massive $563 Discount on Amazon
    Apple's entry-level 16-inch MacBook Pro has received a massive discount today on Amazon, coming in at $563 off its new price. This is the 18-Core M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM and a 1TB SSD, available for $2,436.53, down from $2,999.00.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.This is a $563 discount on the 16-inch MacBook Pro, and it beats…
    - 21 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:50pm -
  • newAmazon Unveils New iPad Rivals With Alexa+ and Google Play
    Amazon today announced a new lineup of Alexa Tablets, introducing three aluminum tablets with Google Play access, integrated Alexa+, and prices starting at $229.99 to compete with Apple's iPad lineup.The new tablets run Android, moving away from Amazon's Fire OS and its separate app store. Google Play support brings access to apps such as YouTube, Gmail, and Google Docs, addressing a longstanding limitation of Amazon's tablets.The flagship Alexa Tablet 12 Pro starts at $499.99 with 8GB…
    - 21 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:20pm -
  • newApple Still Expected to Announce Three New Products on October 13
    On his Power On podcast today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman insisted that Apple plans to hold an "online home event" on Tuesday, October 13 to introduce an all-new smart home hub, a new HomePod mini, and a new Apple TV 4K, all with Siri AI.It is not clear if Gurman is referring to a feature-length, live-streamed event video, or if he considers a series of Apple Newsroom press releases and per-product YouTube videos to be an "event." Either way, selected reporters and content creators would likely…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:28pm -
  • newLeaker Jon Prosser Pushes Back as Apple Seeks His YouTube Data
    Jon Prosser is arguing that Apple's alleged trade secrets are now public, while the company seeks his YouTube revenue records, channel analytics, and third-party messages to investigate his alleged financial gain from leaks about iOS 26.In a new joint status report filed yesterday, Apple said it is still waiting for YouTube revenue reports, channel analytics, and third-party communications requested from Prosser more than three months ago. The materials concern his alleged financial gain a…
    - 23 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:21pm -
  • iPhone Air 2 Could Be as Thin as an Unfolded iPhone Duo
    Apple's iPhone Air 2 will be approximately 0.4mm thinner than the current model despite having a higher-capacity battery, claims the account "yeux1122" on the Korean Naver blog. Apple lists the original iPhone Air at 5.6mm thick, so a 0.4mm reduction would put its successor at approximately 5.2mm, around 7% thinner. Interestingly, that would match the thickness of the new iPhone Duo when unfolded.A previous rumor claimed the iPhone Air 2 will feature a 3,500mAh battery. That's up from the 3,…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 4:51pm -
  • New iPad Mini Rumored to Have 60Hz OLED Display Ahead of Launch
    Ahead of the expected imminent launch of the new iPad mini 8, word out of Asia suggests that the device will feature a 60Hz OLED display rather than a ProMotion 120Hz display.The information comes courtesy of a hit-and-miss tipster running the account "yeux1122" on the Korean Naver blog. "There have been mentions of 120Hz in some overseas reports, but the domestic production quantity has already been confirmed to be LTPS at 60Hz," the tipster wrote. "That's it."It's not the first time…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 2:45pm -
  • Gurman: OLED MacBook Pro Won't Be 'Significantly Thinner'
    Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has walked back somewhat on his previous reporting that Apple's upcoming touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro will be thinner than current models. "I don't think it'll be significantly thinner in the end," he posted on X late Wednesday in reply to a question about the machine, which is expected to launch on October 27.In October 2025, Gurman reported that the OLED MacBook Pro models would have "thinner and lighter" frames. Then again in November 2025, he said the touchscreen…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 1:59pm -
  • Microsoft Launches $2,599 Surface Laptop Ultra to Take on MacBook Pro
    Microsoft today announced launch timing and pricing for the Surface Laptop Ultra that it unveiled earlier this year.The 15-inch Surface Laptop Ultra is priced starting at $2,599, undercutting Apple's $2,999 16-inch MacBook Pro, and it targets the same creator and developer market. Microsoft says it is built for "demanding creative, software development, AI, engineering, and 3D workloads."Microsoft's new laptop uses an Nvidia RTX Spark chip, which includes an Nvidia Blackwell RTX GPU wi…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 6:15am -
  • Google's SynthID AI Detector is Now Available to Everyone
    Google today said it is making its SynthID Detector available to everyone for identifying content created using AI.SynthID Detector first rolled out to members of the media last year, and it is now available worldwide in English. SynthID Detector is a website that lets users upload a photo, video, or audio file to determine whether it has a SynthID watermark that identifies it as AI-generated. Google's tool cannot distinguish between AI-created and AI-edited media, and it requires signing…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 5:12am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newApple Releases macOS Tahoe and Sequoia Update Candidates
    Apple has released new software candidates for macOS Tahoe and macOS Sequoia. The updates aim to improve security, fix bugs, and strengthen performance across older Mac operating systems. On October 6, Apple introduced release candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.2. Both versions have entered the final testing stage before a possible public […]The post Apple Releases macOS Tahoe and Sequoia Update Candidates appeared first on TUAW.
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:35am -
  • newJames Corden and Ruth Jones Reunite for Apple TV’s The Choir
    Apple TV has announced The Choir, a new comedy-drama starring James Corden and Ruth Jones. The eight-episode series will bring the popular creative duo together for another television project. The announcement marks their first collaboration since the finale of Gavin & Stacey. Moreover, both stars will help create the series while taking leading roles. The […]The post James Corden and Ruth Jones Reunite for Apple TV’s The Choir appeared first on TUAW.
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:22am -
  • newApple Plans Four-HomePod Mini Surround Sound With Siri AI
    Apple appears to be developing a new surround sound system that connects four HomePod mini speakers. Fresh discoveries in the iOS 27 developer beta reveal how the setup could work with Apple TV 4K. The findings build on earlier reports from September 2026. Those reports suggested Apple was exploring ways to combine four HomePod mini […]The post Apple Plans Four-HomePod Mini Surround Sound With Siri AI appeared first on TUAW.
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:10am -
  • Apple Music Gets Its First Logo Redesign in 11 Years
    Apple Music appears ready for a significant visual refresh after more than a decade. Apple’s latest developer software reveals a redesigned logo for the streaming service, featuring thicker and wider lettering. The change marks the first Apple Music logo redesign since the service launched 11 years ago. Developers spotted the new branding in macOS 27.2 […]The post Apple Music Gets Its First Logo Redesign in 11 Years appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 11:15pm -
  • Apple Opens App Store Submissions for iPhone Duo Apps
    Apple has opened App Store submissions for apps designed or updated for the iPhone Duo. The move gives developers time to prepare their software before the new foldable iPhone reaches customers. Developers still need to pass Apple’s standard App Store review process. However, early submissions could help more optimized apps become available when the device […]The post Apple Opens App Store Submissions for iPhone Duo Apps appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 10:55pm -
  • Apple and OpenAI Clash Over Evidence in Trade Secret Lawsuit
    Apple and OpenAI have opened another procedural front in their ongoing trade secret dispute. The case has not reached trial, yet both companies now disagree over what evidence and arguments belong before the court. Apple accuses OpenAI of trade secret theft connected with its work on hardware devices. However, the latest dispute focuses less on […]The post Apple and OpenAI Clash Over Evidence in Trade Secret Lawsuit appeared first on TUAW.
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 10:29pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newOLED MacBook Pro to help boost premium display shipments, per report
    A new Counterpoint Research report says Apple’s next-generation MacBook Pro will help drive a 50% increase in OLED notebook display shipments in 2026 alone. Here are the details. more…
    - 10 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 7:51am -
  • newApple rolls out AT&T carrier update for iPhone 18 Pro Max on iOS 27.2 beta
    After releasing a carrier settings update last week to address cellular issues affecting some iPhone 18 Pro Max users on AT&T, Apple is now rolling out a different carrier bundle update for devices running the iOS 27.2 beta. Here are the details. more…
    - 10 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 7:41am -
  • new‘Matchbox The Movie’ starring John Cena premieres on Apple TV
    Apple TV subscribers can now watch Apple TV’s “Matchbox The Movie,” the platform’s new action-packed comedy inspired by the iconic Mattel toys. Watch the trailer below. more…
    - 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 6:30am -
  • newResearchers uncover new DarkSword spyware variant affecting unpatched iPhones
    iVerify released a report today detailing P7 DarkSword, a new variant of the malware associated with the DarkSword iPhone exploit chain uncovered earlier this year. Here are the details. more…
    - 13 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:38am -
  • newYou can now use TextExpander for free across Mac, iPhone, iPad, and more
    Incredibly useful keyboard shortcut utility TextExpander now offers a free plan, letting users access its core Snippets feature on the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Windows, and Chrome. Here are the details. more…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:08am -
  • newApple home event imminent, OLED MacBook Pro details, Full Disk Access changes
    Benjamin and Chance talk about this week’s Apple news, ahead of a bevy of product announcements coming later this month. Apple is reportedly partnering with LG on a range of smart home accessories, and changes are coming to Full Disk Access permissions. Note: This episode was recorded before Apple officially announced its ‘Welcome home’ event.And in Happy Hour Plus, our family members get new phones. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.Sponsored by Roborock: Fall Prime Day is here—w…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:06am -
  • newApple, Prosser, and Ramacciotti trade blame over delays in trade secret lawsuit
    In a joint status report made public earlier today, Apple said it is still waiting on additional documents from Jon Prosser and wants to depose Michael Ramacciotti again, while both defendants pushed back on the company’s handling of the case. Here are the details. more…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:44am -
  • newApple to launch touchscreen MacBook Pro and more on October 27: report
    Apple just announced a “Welcome home” special event for next week, but the fun doesn’t stop there. Bloomberg now reports that Apple is set to launch its first touchscreen MacBook Pros, a new iPad mini, and more “on or around Tuesday, October 27.”The report says the launch will include “an online video presentation and in-person component for the press.” more…
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:58am -
  • newIDC: Mac shipments drop 11% in Q3 as global PC market slides 20%
    Despite seeing an 11% drop in Mac shipments during Q3 2026, Apple’s market share rose from 8.5% to 9.5%, as the broader market saw shipments plunge 20.1%, according to a new report from IDC. Here are the details. more…
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:39am -
  • newApple Home adds two powerful new features in iOS 27
    Apple is launching several new Home products next week, so it’s no surprise that iOS 27 includes big upgrades in the Home app. Here are two powerful new Home features in iOS 27. more…
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:41am -
  • new9to5Mac Daily: October 8, 2026 – iPad mini rumors, iCloud+
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Stuff:Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. A simple to-do list for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with powerful tools that make organizing, tracking, and check…
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:30am -
  • newTim Cook on his first month after Apple CEO transition: ‘I’m not meddling’
    Tim Cook visited Apple’s Battersea campus in London this week, mingling with King Charles as part of the company’s new partnership with The King’s Trust.At Apple’s Battersea headquarters, Cook also sat down with The Independent for an in-depth interview on the partnership and his first month as Apple’s executive chairman. more…
    - 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:59pm -
  • newApple names new head of mergers and acquisitions, per report
    Apple is making more leadership changes as the John Ternus era gets underway. A new Bloomberg report today says Apple has named a new mergers and acquisitions chief and a new vice president of the App Store. more…
    - 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:33pm -
  • newApple TV just unveiled the new season of last year’s hit comedy
    One of Apple TV’s hit comedy series from last year, Stick, is coming back for season 2 soon. Here’s the new trailer for Stick’s highly anticipated return. more…
    - 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:26pm -
  • new9to5 readers can score an exclusive 15% off all Nomad iPhone 18 Pro cases with this code
    Any avid 9to5Toys reader already knows how much we love us some Nomad around here. The brand has been delivering some of the best iPhone cases anywhere for years, and the new iPhone 18 Pro collection is no exception. They are, however, not often discounted in the first few months of release, unless you have our exclusive Nomad promo code – use code 9TO5MAC at checkout to knock 15% off any of the brand’s new iPhone 18 Pro cases.  more…
    - 19 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 10:40pm -
  • newApple announces special event for October 13: ‘Welcome home’
    Today Apple announced a special event happening next Tuesday, October 13 with the tagline ‘Welcome home.” more…
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:33pm -
  • newDeals: AirPods Pro 3/Max 2, all-time lows on M6 Mac mini, Apple Watch Series 12, 18 Pro cases, more
    Welcome to your 9to5Toys Lunch Break Prime Day Hangover Edition. While the big fall Prime sale is over, the Apple deals are flying still and you’ll find the best of them here today. One of the best deals to date on AirPods Pro 3 is still live alongside AirPods Max 2 at $120 off and the all-time lows on the M6 Mac mini at $150 off. You’ll also find the new Apple Watch Series 12 configs still sitting at all-time lows, $200 price drops on M5 MacBook Air models, and the ongoing all-time lows on…
    - 21 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:05pm -
  • newThese US states just said ‘no’ to Apple Wallet driver’s licenses
    Apple Wallet driver’s licenses keeps expanding to more US states, but two states recently indicated they won’t launch support anytime soon—if at all. more…
    - 21 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:51pm -
  • newApple TV’s latest acquisition signals key shift for streamer
    Apple TV just acquired the global streaming rights to Dustfall, a crime series from Australia and the second recent deviation from the streamer’s originals-only strategy. more…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:02pm -
  • newNew MacBook Pro leak could be very good news for ‘pro’ users
    Apple’s redesigned MacBook Pro is coming soon, and the latest leak offers potentially great news for truly ‘pro’ users worried about the rumored thinner design. more…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:10pm -
  • newThe best CarPlay upgrades to try in iOS 27
    Apple released iOS 27 to everyone a few weeks ago, and it includes several CarPlay changes worth checking out. Here are a few changes I’ve been loving so far. more…
    - 24 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 5:54pm -
  • Sketchy rumor again says OLED iPad mini will lack one key feature
    Apple is widely expected to introduce a new OLED iPad mini as soon as later this month. A sketchy new rumor today once again claims the new iPad mini will switch to OLED but still have a 60Hz refresh rate and lack ProMotion support. more…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 5:38pm -
  • Security Bite Podcast: We need to talk about the changes to Full Disk Access
    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…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 3:00pm -
  • All of the best fall Prime Day deals: AirPods, Mac mini, MacBook, chargers, cases, more
    Update: Amazon’s 2026 fall Prime Day sale is set to close up shop for good at midnight PT, get in there before the deals are gone for good. The 2026 fall Prime Day sale is now soaring with millions of price drops, from one of the lowest price ever on AirPods Pro 3 and $120 off AirPods Max 2, right through to all-time lows on the brand new M6 Mac mini lineup at up to $150 off. Those offers also join the new Mac Studio at nearly $200 off and the M5 MacBook Air lineup at the lowest prices in…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 5:30am -
  • WhatsApp expands the Liquid Glass design to its video player
    WhatsApp’s rollout of Liquid Glass across its interface continues, with the app now bringing the new look to its video player. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 4:49am -
  • Review: Rhinoshield’s iPhone 18 Pro bumper case is minimalist but surprisingly protective
    iPhone bumper cases have been a fan-favorite since the iPhone 4 bumpers, but options these days are few and far between. Rhinoshield offers a decent option for those wanting a minimal case. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 3:27am -
  • Apple partners with The King’s Trust on new Creative Labs initiative in the UK
    Apple and The King’s Trust announced today an expansion of their partnership with a new education program that offers workshops to help young people build creative and digital skills. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 3:04am -
  • First RCs for macOS Sequoia 15.8.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.7.2 now available [U]
    Update, October 7: Apple has now released both RCs to public beta testers as well. The build numbers are unchanged from the developer RCs.In addition to releasing macOS 27.2 Golden Gate public beta 2, Apple is now rolling out the first Release Candidates of macOS Sequoia 15.8.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.7.2. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 2:31am -
  • OpenAI brings GPT-6 to ChatGPT and debuts Intelligent UI
    After introducing the first GPT-6 models last month, OpenAI today announced new GPT-6 models built for everyday ChatGPT conversations, alongside a new Intelligent UI. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 2:27am -
  • Apple’s new ‘second-party’ accessories for Home are bigger than we thought, per leak
    Apple has reportedly been co-developing “second-party” Home accessories with LG, but a new leak reveals there are “second-party” smart home products coming from another company too. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 2:23am -
  • Spotify starts rolling out audiobooks to more than 180 markets
    Spotify today announced a global rollout of its audiobooks section, giving users in more than 180 markets access to over 350,000 titles spanning more than 120 languages. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 1:49am -
  • Last chance: Apple’s flagship AirPods now up to $120 off for Prime Day
    Update 10/7: Amazon now has official countdown clocks on thousands of deal prices set to end at Midnight Cupertino time, and the particularly notable AirPods Pro 3 discount is one of them – get in there while you can. With the Amazon fall Prime Day event now underway, it is one of the best times of year to refresh your AirPods. While we are still awaiting holiday-worthy pricing on Apple’s latest AirPods 5 models, with AirPods Pro 3 down this low they might be a better buy for most folks…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 1:04am -
  • watchOS 27 adds three new apps to your Apple Watch
    watchOS 27 is the latest major software update for Apple Watch, and among its variety of new features, it adds three new apps to your Watch. more…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 12:08am -
  • Anthropic upgrades Claude with new Haiku 5.5 model, details here
    Anthropic has released its latest AI model with Claude Haiku 5.5. The new version arrives about a year after the previous Haiku model upgrade. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 11:44pm -
  • Hands-on: Sonos Ace Ultra fix nearly everything I wanted from the original [Video]
    I have been a huge Sonos fan and customer for years, dating back to the original Sonos One. So, about two years ago, when I heard that Sonos was entering the over-ear headphone market, I knew I had to give it a try. The Sonos Ace looked great, was very comfortable, and brought some cool Sonos ecosystem features. But for a premium pair of headphones, there were still a few areas that left me wanting more, like strong bass, better ANC, and a better app experience. But now, the new Sonos Ace Ultra…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 11:20pm -
  • Apple’s new Home cameras and doorbell with LG revealed in leaked images
    Apple and LG have reportedly partnered to co-develop and launch new Home accessories, including security cameras and a video doorbell that leaked images may have just revealed. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 10:57pm -
  • Apple releases free chapter from Ted Lasso ‘The Richmond Way’ book
    Ted Lasso’s season 4 finale is available today, and timed with its debut, Apple has released a free excerpt chapter from character Trent Crimm’s ‘The Richmond Way’ book. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 9:48pm -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: October 7, 2026 – iOS 27.2 beta 3, Apple + LG smart home partnership
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Stuff:Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. A simple to-do list for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with powerful tools that make organizing, tracking, and check…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 9:29pm -
  • Prime Day 2 deals – Last chance: Mac mini, AirPods, Apple Watch Series 12, Nomad Find My card, AirTag mounts, more
    The final 24 hours of the 2026 fall Prime Day is rolling and time is running out to land the best deals. Highlights here include one of the lowest prices to date on AirPods Pro 3 and $120 off AirPods Max 2, as well as the M6 Mac mini lineup at up to $150 off and all-time lows on Apple Watch Series 12. But you’ll also find loads of fantastic charger and accessories deals including rare offers on Nomad’s brilliant Find My wallet card from $23, the new Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones to matc…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 8:54pm -
  • Redesigned MacBook Pro will reportedly include these three changes
    Apple has a fully redesigned MacBook Pro launching soon, its first new design since 2021. Here are three design changes reportedly coming. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 8:52pm -
  • Grok Bot just got a lot smarter thanks to Anthropic’s Claude
    SpaceXAI’s Grok Bot kicked off the consumer-friendly AI agent app wave this summer. Facing competition from Meta’s Muse and OpenAI’s ChatGPT Dot, Grok Bot just got a new capability upgrade with the help of Anthropic’s Claude. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 8:32pm -
  • iOS 27.2 release date: When to expect new iPhone features
    iOS 27.2 is coming surprisingly soon. iOS 27.1 will focus on iPhone Duo changes only, so new features for everyone else will arrive in iOS 27.2. Here’s when to expect the update’s release. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:56pm -
  • Meta launches Muse for iPad following weeks as the top iPhone app
    Meta’s Muse AI agent app has spent the last several weeks as the #1 free iPhone app on the U.S. App Store. The latest Muse app update adds a new platform to tackle: iPad. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:49pm -
  • In My Cart: Here are the Prime Day deals we’re buying today
    The Amazon fall Prime Day sale is well within its final 24 hours now, and it’s time to take a look at what we have in our carts before the deals disappear. Just because there are literally millions of discounts live today it does not mean all of them are good, but here is the gear we are grabbing for ourselves, from Apple’s latest and add-ons to elevate the experience, upgrades for the home workstation, and additions to your brick-built collections, scope it all out below and let us know wha…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:47pm -
  • Ring announces its first smart lock, solving a major pain point for smart home users
    Today, Amazon’s Ring subsidiary is announcing its first ever smart lock. It solves a key problem that looms over many smart lock owners: dead batteries. Ring has a clever solution to negate that problem, and it’ll be available in Q1 2027. Additionally, the company is announcing a few new security cameras with improved low-light performance. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:30pm -
  • Leaked images reveal Apple’s new Home smart lock, thermostat, more for LG
    Bloomberg reported yesterday that Apple has co-developed new smart home accessories that will launch under LG branding, and leaked images reveal what the smart lock, thermostat, and temperature sensor look like. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 6:55pm -
  • Call Screening has made a big difference to my iPhone experience
    iOS 27 has brought a lot of new features to the iPhone, but one of the things that has made the biggest difference to my experience of the device as a phone actually dates back a year earlier.Apple introduced Call Screening to the Phone app in iOS 26, but I only started using it a few months ago – and the feature has protected me from a growing number of spam and spam calls … more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 6:48pm -
  • Official Prime Day Apple accessory deals elevate your iPhone and Mac setup from $24
    There are now less than 24 hours left to take advantage of the 2026 fall Prime Day sale, folks. Alongside big-ticket Apple releases like the all-time lows on the new M6 Mac mini and Apple Watch Series 12, we are also tracking a ton of notable official first-and third-party iPhone, iPad, and Mac accessory deals as well. If you ask me, the best accessory for all of your Apple gear is AirPods Pro 3 at nearly 30% off, but we also have all-time lows on Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro cases, the very fir…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 5:27pm -
  • Apple may have to officially support easy Apple Intelligence removal on Macs
    You only have to read some of the comments right here to see that there’s a vocal minority of people rejecting all AI tools, including Apple Intelligence. That’s led to an unofficial tool enabling people to turn off the feature on their Macs and remove all downloaded Siri AI models.We warned yesterday that this could be a risky thing to do, but it’s now being suggested that Apple may have to officially support an AI removal feature in order to protect hardware sales … more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 5:09pm -
  • Apple may have to pay an annual lump sum to the EU in a tax compromise
    Apple and other tech giants may have to pay an annual lump sum to the EU under a modified version of a digital services tax plan.The EU hopes a revised version of earlier proposals will enable it to raise tax revenues without incurring the wrath of the White House … more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 4:37pm -
  • Formula 1 on Apple TV is getting Dolby Atmos, starting this month
    Beginning with the U.S. Grand Prix weekend on Friday, October 23, Apple TV will offer Formula 1 coverage in Dolby Atmos on supported devices. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 8:35am -
  • Apple overtakes Samsung to lead European carrier smartphone sales in Q2, per report
    A new report from Counterpoint Research shows that Apple overtook Samsung during the second quarter of 2026 to become the leading smartphone brand in Europe’s carrier channel, as operator sales held up better than the broader market. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:30am -
  • Acclaimed British comedy series ‘Small Prophets’ now available on Apple TV
    The first two episodes of “Small Prophets” are now available to stream on Apple TV, following a wave of glowing reviews for the British comedy series. Watch the trailer below. more…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 6:31am -
  • Prime Day Mac deals: New Mac mini $150 off, MacBook Air $200 off, much more
    Update, October 6, 5:09 p.m. PT: Amazon has slashed prices of the new Mac mini even lower as the Prime Day festivities ramp up: 2026 M6 Mac mini 16GB/256GB $769 (Reg. $899) – All-time low2026 M6 Mac mini 16GB/512GB $950 (Reg. $1,099) – All-time low2026 M5 Max Mac Pro 24GB/512GB $1,550 (Reg. $1,699) – All-time lowJust after catching AirPods Pro 3 dropping to one of the lowest prices to date, the fall Prime Day deals are starting to flood in on the latest Mac…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 5:45am -
  • iFixit tears down Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4, finds mixed repairability results
    Concluding iFixit’s teardown sequence for Apple’s September launches, iFixit today published the teardown of the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4. Here’s what they found. more…
    - 3 days ago 7 Oct 26, 3:39am -
  • Report: Apple’s smart home push includes LG-made doorbell, lock, thermostat, more
    Bloomberg reports that Apple’s plans for smart home products include devices, sensors, and cameras codeveloped in partnership with LG. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 7 Oct 26, 3:08am -
  • Apple sets Q4 2026 earnings release for November 2
    Apple will announce the results of its fiscal third quarter of 2026 on Monday, November 2. Here’s what to expect. more…
    - 3 days ago 7 Oct 26, 2:48am -
  • Tim Cook sold nearly $63.9 million in Apple shares this month
    Apple executive chair and former CEO Tim Cook sold nearly 200,000 Apple shares on October 2, one day after more than 374,000 restricted stock units vested as part of his compensation package. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 7 Oct 26, 1:41am -
  • Roborock’s Fall Prime Day sale is the best way to upgrade your cleaning setup
    Roborock is celebrating Fall Prime Day on October 6-7 with big deals on its lineup of 2026 flagship robot vacuums and more. Here are the details on the deep limited-time discounts from Roborock, and which product may be right for you. more…
    - 3 days ago 7 Oct 26, 1:30am -
  • New Crossy Road game announced as an Apple Arcade exclusive
    Starting November 5, Apple Arcade subscribers will get access to Crossy Road Rush, a new arcade island adventure with solo and four-player multiplayer racing modes. Watch the trailer for the new game below. more…
    - 3 days ago 7 Oct 26, 1:06am -

Cult of Mac

  • newOpenAI doubles down on decision to fire three AI safety researchers
    OpenAI is standing firm on its decision to fire three safety researchers after an investigation found they committed "a significant breach of trust." In a post on X on Friday, the company said Jasmine Wang, Tomek Korbak and Mikita ⁠Balesni were dismissed for violating "clear policies on handling sensitive information." It insisted the decision was […]
    - 2 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:18pm -
  • newMicrosoft 365 Family subscribers will finally be able to share AI benefits
    Microsoft bundled its AI-powered Office features into Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions last year, but it only allowed the primary account holder to access the AI benefits. Now, Microsoft is about to let Microsoft 365 Family and Premium subscribers share Copilot and AI usage features, alongside access to Office apps and OneDrive storage, with […]
    - 5 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:44pm -
  • newUS plans livestream of execution by firing squad
    The United States' execution of the Fort Hood shooter will be livestreamed, anonymous officials from the Defense Department told the BBC and Associated Press. The planned execution of Nidal Hasan, the former US Army major convicted of killing 13 people at the Texas military base, was announced this week. He is scheduled to be executed […]
    - 14 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:02am -
  • newAnthropic launches free AI security scans for open-source projects
    Anthropic's offering to help open-source projects track down security vulnerabilities with a new service called OSS Scanner. It says open-source projects that opt-in will get "thorough, periodic security scans by our strongest models at no cost." That could mean open-source projects get alerted about possible security issues sooner, but the trade-off is that OSS Scanner's […]
    - 14 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:23am -
  • newSpaceX announces plan to become a ‘major mobile carrier’
    SpaceX has acquired a portfolio of low-band spectrum licenses - a move the company says "will pave the way" for its Starlink Mobile service to become a "major" US carrier. When the Federal Communications Commission signs off on the deal, SpaceX says it will deploy its new architecture that combines its satellite-to-mobile constellation with a […]
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:53am -
  • newAMD will bring FSR 4 to handhelds by the end of 2026
    It's already possible to get AMD's framerate-enhancing FSR 4 boost on handhelds as old as the Steam Deck - but in June, AMD reserved the right to disappoint handheld gamers by not officially bringing FSR 4 to older handhelds. Now, AMD consumer chip boss Jack Huynh says he will bring the tech to some handhelds […]
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:31am -
  • newApple will reportedly debut its first touchscreen MacBook in three weeks
    Apple is set to introduce a new MacBook Pro with a touchscreen and an updated iPad Mini "on or around" October 27th, Bloomberg reports. If true, that would put the event just two weeks after the October 13th event Apple announced today, which is rumored to focus on smart home products. Bloomberg says that the […]
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:02am -
  • newCalifornia is trying to shut down robot vs. human cage matches
    The California State Athletic Commission sent a cease-and-desist letter to a startup that hosted a match between a human and a robot last month, as reported by The New York Times. The fight, which took place on September 18th, pitted a human, Frankie LaPenna, against a humanoid robot owned by a tech startup, Rek, that […]
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:36am -
  • newICE detainees in Georgia used the facility’s video calling software to expose the conditions inside
    Four men detained at an ICE detention center in rural Georgia used the facility's video conferencing software to expose both the conditions inside and President Donald Trump's hostile takeover of the immigration courts. In the five-minute video, the men describe an intentionally dysfunctional legal system designed to keep them trapped in federal custody for months […]
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:15am -
  • newMicrosoft’s new Windows Search is exactly what Windows 11 needs
    Windows Search has been one of the most frustrating parts of Windows 11, and now Microsoft is addressing this with a significant overhaul. A new redesigned Windows Search is now in testing that is much faster, more capable, and a lot more modern. "This new Windows Search experience is built for speed," says Anshul Rawat, […]
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:00am -

Apple Insider

  • newBambu Lab A2L review: your first 3D printer with plenty of room to grow
    The Bambu Lab A2L pairs big prints with little hassle, making it an excellent first 3D printer for ambitious crafters, and at a pretty good price point, too.Bambu Lab A2LBambu Lab reached out to me and told me that it would be launching the A2L, a multifunction filament 3D printer designed for the home crafting enthusiast. Of course, I said I wanted to try it.I've spent a couple of months with it at this point, and as you might expect, I have a lot to talk about. Continue Reading on AppleInsider…
    - 12 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:32am -
  • newCompanies aren't being forced to stop buying Macs because of Apple Intelligence
    There's a repeated claim that since some organizations won't allow generative AI installations, they also won't buy new Macs because of macOS Golden Gate. So, we looked into the claim and talked to actual IT managers and buyers.Craig Federighi announces Apple IntelligenceHere's the thinking: Apple removed the setting for turning off Apple Intelligence, therefore you can't turn it off. Therefore, organizations that refuse to use AI cannot use macOS Golden Gate and Apple Intelligence, QED.Picture…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:30am -
  • newTouchscreen MacBook Pro & OLED iPad mini rumored for October 27 Apple event
    A new rumor sets the exact date and products we can expect for Apple to reveal in late October, which includes the long-awaited touchscreen MacBook Pro.New MacBook Pro models are expected at a late October eventA previous rumor already set the table for a second October event in the last week of the month. All bets are on M6 Macs and the new iPad mini, but the latest rumor is a little more definitive.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple will announce the touchscreen MacBook Pro and the iP…
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:52am -
  • newTim Cook has no intention of interfering with the John Ternus era
    Apple Executive Chairman Tim Cook has no intention of meddling with John Ternus' work as CEO, but he does want to lighten his load by taking on responsibilities with interacting with global governments.Tim Cook shines the spotlight on the Ternus transitionApple's new Executive Chairman Tim Cook has been busy with worldwide policy, leaving CEO John Ternus with the day-to-day decision-making at the company. In a recent interview, he said they both have an "incredible level of trust in each other."…
    - 16 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:17am -
  • newThere's a hidden upside to the rampocalypse for Apple
    RAM prices are awful, and that hit the overall PC market to the tune of 20% fewer shipments in the last quarter versus 2025. But, according to IDC, it was less-bad for Apple than almost everybody else, with it seeing a full percentage point market share gain year-over year. Buckle up, prices are only going to get worse.IDC personal computing device tracker Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 12:20am -
  • newTernus shuffle: Apple names new mergers & acquisitions chief
    In the latest executive overhaul, Adrian Perica is getting his merger and acquisition responsibilities offloaded to long-time lieutenant Steve Smith.Apple ParkA new CEO takes over, and roles shift. It's effectively a fact of American business. The latest shuffle is a slight reorganization, with mergers and acquisitions moving to a new person.According to a report on Thursday by Bloomberg, Steve Smith is Apple's new M&A head. Smith was formerly Apple's Senior Director of Corporate Development.For…
    - 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:38pm -
  • newWhat to expect from Apple's October 13 'Welcome home' releases
    Apple is releasing more hardware on October 13, with big expectations surrounding its smart home lineup. Here's what you can anticipate Apple will unveil, and what it probably won't.John Ternus at Apple Park during an eventFor product launches, Apple is best known for its September special event, which is the venue for new iPhone models like the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo. However, it often holds more events in the fall than just one.Regularly, it holds a second event in October or November, u…
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:50pm -
  • newGreg Jozwiak teases October 13 'welcome home'
    Apple's Senior Vice President of Worldwide Marketing Greg Jozwiak has made it exquisitely clear that there is an Apple release happening on October 13. The 17-second video is two people making a needlepoint Apple Logo, teasing the date. Expect the HomePad, or whatever Apple is going to call it, and all of those home automation peripherals.Welcome home. October 13. pic.twitter.com/ChelGSDOTI— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) October 8, 2026 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:37pm -
  • newMac mini M6, M5 Pro deals from $779 are still going strong
    Prime Big Deal Days offers have been extended on Apple's latest Mac mini, with the 2026 desktop marked down to as low as $779.99.Save up to $150 on Apple's 2026 Mac mini.The best online deals we've seen on Apple's new Mac mini are still in effect after Prime Big Deal Days, with prices starting at $779.99. Even the retail M5 Pro configuration is $150 off, bringing the price down to $1,549.Buy 2026 Mac mini from $779.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:25pm -
  • newApple TV turns to Australia, acquires 'Dustfall' crime drama
    Following its rare acquisition of a hit BBC comedy, Apple TV has now bought the six-part crime mini-series "Dustfall" from Australia's ABC network.Anna Torv starring in "Dustfall" - image credit: Apple TV.Broadcasters at least used to all have acquisitions departments, and they are the ones who've bought US shows to worldwide audiences. US networks only more rarely acquired overseas shows, and Apple TV appeared to never quite do it, until now.Apple TV has made deals before so that the BBC, for i…
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:09pm -
  • newPrime Day deals extended: $179 AirPods Pro 3, $349 Apple Watch Series 12, $779 M6 Mac mini
    Amazon has extended several popular Apple deals after this week's Prime Big Deal Days event. Grab AirPods Pro 3 for $179, save $200 on M5 MacBook Airs, and score a new Apple Watch Series 12 for $349.99.Save up to $562 on Apple products after Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: AppleOctober Prime Day may have ended, but aggressive deals on Apple hardware have been extended, including price cuts on the new Apple Watch Series 12, M6 Mac mini, and more. Plus snap up MacBook markdowns of up to $562 o…
    - 21 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:18pm -
  • new'The storytelling genius of Steve Jobs'
    This video is a blast from the past for most of us. The Art of Storytelling YouTube channel posted it a few days ago, looking back at how Jobs build the story around product releases, and kept doing it for his entire life. It's worth 20 minutes of your time today. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:06pm -
  • newiPad has competition from Amazon's new Alexa tablets
    Amazon is taking on Apple's iPad lineup with three new Alexa tablets that pack larger displays, built-in AI features, and prices starting at just $229.99.Lineup of Alexa tabletsThe Alexa Tablet 8, Alexa Tablet 11, and Alexa Tablet 12 Pro feature aluminum bodies, upgraded displays, and built-in Alexa+ integration. Preorders opened October 8, with shipping scheduled to begin October 14.Amazon's new tablets also replace the Fire OS software used on existing Fire tablets with Android and full Google…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:44pm -
  • newApple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro plunges to $2,437 in post-Prime Day sale
    A deeper discount on Apple's standard M5 Pro MacBook 16-inch has launched at Amazon after Prime Big Deal Days, saving shoppers $562.Save $562 on Apple's M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro - Image credit: AppleThe lowest price in 30 days has taken effect on Apple's current M5 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro, bringing the Space Black model down to $2,436.53. The $562 online discount is the steepest available across retailers per our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Guide, but delivery dates are already slipping.Save $56…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:44pm -
  • newProsser's lawyers try arguing that iOS 26 isn't a trade secret anymore
    YouTuber Jon Prosser has stepped up his battle against Apple's lawsuit against him, in part by claiming he can't be accused of trade secret theft over iOS 26 now that it has long been released.Jon Prosser in a still from one of his Front Page Tech videos — image credit: ProsserIt's now more than a year since Apple filed suit against Jon Prosser for allegedly obtaining trade secrets concerning what would become iOS 26. The delay has been down to Prosser missing court deadlines and then Apple ag…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:34pm -
  • newThe Magic Mouse is 17 years old, it's time Apple fixed it
    The Magic Mouse will be 17 years old on October 20, 2026. It's beyond time Apple turned it from a curiosity into something that Mac owners actually want to use.Since 2015, you've charged the Magic Mouse through a port on its baseApple officially unveiled the original Magic Mouse on October 20, 2009. It would ship with all iMacs, but existing Mac owners could buy one for $69.At the time, Apple made a big thing about it being "the world's first multi-touch mouse," and it was right to. Remember, th…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:12pm -
  • new'The Elder Scrolls Online' going Apple Silicon native, finally
    In a brief post on Steam, ESO's Game Director, Nick Giacomini, said that performance optimizations and a Universal Binary of the game will arrive in Summer 2027. The first Mac release for the title was in April 2014, and the first Apple Silicon Macs shipped in 2020.Along with the update, some older Intel Macs will get left behind, unfortunately. It's not clear where that line is, yet.News post on Steam Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 23 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:29pm -
  • newPerhaps obviously, iPhone Air 2 rumored to be significantly thinner than original
    Fairly obviously, the iPhone Air 2 is expected to adopt much of the iPhone Duo engineering, making it thinner. What's less obvious, is that the battery is expected to be at least as good.iPhone Air 2 could be even thinner than the originalThat's according to a post on the Korean Naver blog by the familiar "yeux1122" account that has been responsible for multiple leaks in recent years.If accurate, this news means that the iPhone Air 2 will measure around 5.2mm thick, compared to the iPhone Air's…
    - 23 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:14pm -
  • newYour iPhone can capture the Draconid meteor shower if you use the right tools
    The iPhone is a surprisingly capable meteor-hunting camera, but it's definitely not a point-and-shoot sort of situation. Here's how to take excellent photos of tonight's Draconid meteor shower, satellites, and more.Image credit: Florian Seiffert / @ popipaan on XIt's October, which means those in the northern hemisphere are being treated to the annual Draconid meteor shower. If you've got an iPhone, you're pretty much ready to go take some stunning astrophotography shots yourself.Of course, it's…
    - 24 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 5:48pm -
  • Touch-screen MacBook Pro may be lighter, but it won't be much thinner
    Mark Gurman has walked back his own previous claims that the forthcoming OLED touch-screen MacBook Pro will feature a redesigned and thinner chassis.Apple's current MacBook Pro.A new MacBook Pro is now expected before the end of November 2026, and it has long been predicted to bring an OLED touch-screen display for the first time. At times, though, it's been expected to be thinner than the current models, but according to Bloomberg, that now isn't the case.Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has repeatedly…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 5:04pm -
  • 'Total War: Shogun 2 - Complete Edition' is coming to macOS
    Total War: Shogun 2 - Complete Edition contains all DLC, including the Rise of the Samurai and Fall of the Samurai campaigns. It's also got some improvements, with a higher resolution that the original, more content, and so forth. It's expected to ship for Mac in the first quarter of 2027. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 4:42pm -
  • Leaker doubles down on new iPad mini not having ProMotion
    A leaker with an average track record insists that the next iPad mini will have a 60Hz display, meaning it can't have the variable refresh rate that makes the device seem faster while helping battery life.The current iPad miniWhile rumors of an OLED iPad mini have been around since at least December 2024, most reports have predicted a launch by the end of 2026. A great many of those reports, though, have come from the same leaker, who is now also repeating their earlier claims about its display.…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 4:28pm -
  • Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2 review: keeping you prepared when the power goes out
    After two power outages forced me to pitch a couple hundred dollars' worth of groceries in the trash, Jackery's HomePower 2000 Plus v2 gave me a way to keep my fridge running.Jackery HomePower 2000 Plus v2There's no shortage of climate catastrophe, power grid problems, or the never-ending onslaught of minor inconveniences. It seems like the moment you get settled in, that's when Murphy's Law rears its ugly head.I don't expect that this will change anytime soon. And in fact, I've learned this les…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 5:43am -
  • Tim Cook, Elton John, King Charles launch Apple x King's Trust Creative Labs
    Tim Cook, Elton John, and King Charles showed up to Apple Music Hall to meet the young people participating in the newly launched Apple x King's Trust Creative Labs.Elton John, King Charles, Tim Cook, and Skye Newman with Creative Labs participants. Image source: AppleApple offers a lot of educational experiences for young technologists and developers around the world. One is thanks to a partnership with the King's Trust, which seeks to help empower young people to explore potential career pathw…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 3:13am -
  • Apple Home second-party partnerships include more than just LG
    An entirely new category of "second-party" Apple Home accessories could be on the way with LG and Schneider as the starting partners.New Apple Home accessories could target Apple's features, specificallyA rumor of an unusual partnership between LG and Apple surfaced Tuesday with multiple leaks showing images of said products on Wednesday. Additional information has surfaced that suggests this is a partnership beyond just LG.According to a post from code sleuth pdfu, a "second-party" partnership…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 2:29am -
  • 2026 Samsung OLED TVs are discounted to as low as $997.99
    Limited-time Samsung TV deals are going on today at Amazon as Prime Big Deal Days winds down. Save up to $500 on the 2026 OLED line, with prices as low as $997.99 for models sized 48 inches and up.Save up to $500 on Samsung OLED TVs - Image credit: Samsung Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 1:09am -
  • Cameras come into focus in another Apple-LG smart home leak
    The flow of leaks for the Apple-LG smart home collection is continuing to flow, with images of security cameras now surfacing.An image of an alleged LG Floodlight Cam - Image Credit: @Ringo_tech/XWednesday's news has been dominated by leaks surrounding smart home accessories co-developed by Apple and LG. After the first wave of image leaks for part of the range, there's now photographs of the cameras.The post by @Ringo_tech on X depicts multiple cameras, including the LG Video Doorbell Wired, Fl…
    - 2 days ago 8 Oct 26, 12:07am -
  • Belkin charging stations are up to 53% off for Prime Big Deal Days
    Prime Big Deal Days offers are in effect now on Belkin accessories for your iPhone, Apple Watch, and even Nintendo Switch 2. Save up to 53% on 3-in-1 chargers, Qi2.2 25W options, and more.Save up to 53% on Belkin iPhone accessories - Image credit: Belkin Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 11:45pm -
  • You can turn off & delete Apple Intelligence with an app now
    We recently wrote about RemoveMacAI, a tool to disable Apple Intelligence and delete the models, to help save about 13 gigabytes of storage space. While it was initially provided as Terminal commands, you can now download an app that gives you a friendly UI to use.Be aware that it isn't a notarized app, so you'll have a few more hoops to jump through to run it.https://omlahore.github.io/RemoveMacAI/ Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 11:21pm -
  • Amazon's About You lets you help Amazon wreck your wallet even more
    Amazon's About You is a big pearl-clutching topic on the Internet today. You have nobody but yourself to blame for giving them this data, and it is a reminder that big tech is monitoring your habits and preferences.Amazon About You lets you change what Amazon recommends to you. - Image Credit: AmazonAs the tech revolution has progressed, one of the persistent issues is one of personal privacy.Your information is absolutely being used by companies to extract as much value and money from you as po…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 11:10pm -
  • Hackintosh & Intel Mac Pro owners might be able to run Nvidia cards soon
    There's a project on Reddit cranking out Nvidia Metal graphics drivers for Hackintosh and Intel PCI-E macs running Sequoia, and it's out. It's limited to the Nvidia 5060 card, but expansions are expected.The driver is built on Mesa's NVK Vulkan driver, and "desktop, Metal 3, apps, and games all run on the NVIDIA card." This is a very early effort, there are issues, and zero Apple Silicon compatibility.https://nullmothsystems.com/downloads Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 10:47pm -
  • Trent Crimm's new book about Richmond AFC is out
    Written and narrated by "Trent Crimm," The Richmond Way is tongue-in-cheek, in-universe, and you can listen to a chapter for free. Believe in the Richmond Way!The Richmond Way Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 10:17pm -
  • Last call to grab Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air M5 for $1,299
    Save $200 across Apple's M5 MacBook Air line, with 13-inch models starting at $1,099 and 15-inch models starting at $1,299. But don't delay, as these Prime Big Deal Days offers end tonight.Save $200 across Apple's M5 MacBook Air line - Image credit: AppleSave $200 on Apple's M5 MacBook Air today, with 15-inch models starting at $1,299. These Prime Big Deal Days specials end tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT, although the offers could sell out ahead of time.Save $200 on 15" MacBook Air Continue Reading on…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 10:14pm -
  • Amazon slashes Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $599 for Prime Big Deal Days
    Amazon has knocked $200 off the Apple Watch Ultra 3, dropping Apple's premium smartwatch to as low as $599.97 for Prime Big Deal Days.Save $200 on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 at Amazon - Image credit: AppleAmazon has cut the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 3 to $599.97, delivering a $200 October Prime Day discount on Apple's premium smartwatch. This is the lowest price on record for the last-gen wearable.Buy Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $599.97 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 9:34pm -
  • Sonnet Thunderbolt 5 enclosure gives Mac mini & MacBook Pro PCI-E expansion
    Sonnet's Echo SE I T5 gives Mac mini and MacBook Pro users a way to add the kind of PCIe hardware normally reserved for larger workstations without giving up the compact Mac they already have.Sonnet's Echo SE I T5The Thunderbolt 5 enclosure supports video capture cards, professional audio hardware, RAID controllers, and high-speed networking adapters. Sonnet says the system can deliver up to 6,800 MB/s of bidirectional PCIe bandwidth over Thunderbolt 5.Thunderbolt 5 gives demanding PCI-E cards s…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 9:29pm -
  • Meta's Muse is now on the iPad App Store. Leave it there.
    Muse, the AI agent from Facebook parent company Meta, is now available as a native iPad app and unfortunately, some people are going to download it.Meta's Muse is now available for the iPad, as well as the Mac and the iPhone. Don't use it.If you need to read any further than the words Meta or Facebook, this is the situation:Meta Muse is an AI agent you can tell not to read your private information, but of course it will anyway. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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  • Child-safety policy puts Apple & Brussels on unusually similar ground
    Apple Executive Chairman Tim Cook has praised the European Union's push for a common child-safety framework, giving Apple a rare point of agreement with regulators it has repeatedly fought over other technology rules.Tim Cook and Ursula von der Leyen. Image source: Ursula von der Leyen on XCook made the comments during a visit to Strasbourg, where he met European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and lawmakers working on children's online safety.He welcomed the European Parliament's effort to…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 8:14pm -
  • This is what Apple & LG home accessories will look like
    The first images of what could be smart home accessories co-developed by Apple and LG have surfaced, showing the simple designs of a smart deadbolt, thermostat, and temperature sensor.The alleged Apple-LG smart home devices - Image credit: @pdfu/XOn Tuesday, a report surfaced claiming Apple and LG worked together on a selection of smart home devices. The list of hardware revealed at the time included a smart deadbolt lock and a trio of cameras.However, on Wednesday, leaker account @pdfu on X pos…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 8:13pm -
  • Apple's escalating crackdown on ad vendors is catching some innocent victims
    When iOS 27 was released, a legit advertising company found it could no longer serve ads to the Safari browser. This block appears to be a mistake on Apple's side, but the ad industry is up in arms about the implications.At least one ad agency was initially blocked in Safari when iOS 27 was launched.Apple introduced App Tracking Transparency back in 2021 in order that users had to choose to allow ad companies to track them using identifiers. After a heavy initial impact, though, the rates of use…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:40pm -
  • How Apple's M6 chip gets more performance at a smaller scale
    A close look at the M5 and M6 chips reveals big changes in design at the 2-nanometer level, allowing Apple to significantly improve the performance of the M6.M6 chip die shot - Image Credit: High Yield, SemiAnalysis/YouTubeThe M6 introduced with the Mac mini in August is the first desktop-class Apple chip using a 2-nanometer fabrication process. The change, which means Apple can make the chips denser, has resulted in big improvements in terms of performance.Die shots posted to YouTube by High Yi…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 7:14pm -
  • Prime Day deals end tonight: $1,099 M5 MacBook Air, $179 AirPods Pro, $199 Apple Watch
    Day 2 of Prime Big Deal Days is underway, and these popular Apple deals are set to end tonight. Save $200 on M5 MacBook Airs, $70 on AirPods Pro 3, and pick up an Apple Watch for just $199.Prime Day Apple deals end tonight - Image credit: ApplePrime Big Deal Days offers end soon and Apple products have been front and center during the sale. These Prime deals knock up to $200 off current hardware, but inventory may be limited and the offers may sell out before tonight's 11:59 p.m. PT expiration.G…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 6:35pm -
  • EU Big Tech tax hike faces opposition not just from US, but at home too
    The European Union is considering a tax increase on Big Tech that it weirdly believes will avoid a US backlash, but on top of that, some EU members are already against it.The EU is looking for tax income for its 2028-2034 budget from US Big Tech - image credit: EUBack in July 2025, the European Union dropped its plans for a tax on Big Tech firms, seemingly as part of a move to appease Trump during trade negotiations. Now according to the Financial Times, the EU has a new plan that would raise si…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 6:14pm -
  • LG is just the start, Apple is still working on its own smart home cameras
    Aside from its partnership with LG to produce a range of smart home products, Apple's long-rumored home camera is allegedly still on the way, and is expected in 2027.A collection of home cameras, a market Apple should be joining soon. Late on Tuesday, a report surfaced claiming that Apple is working with LG on a number of smart home devices, including security cameras. However, the rumored lineup with LG is apparently not the same as Apple's own smart home imaging effort.In a post to X clarifyin…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 5:13pm -
  • iPhone Duo has a book-like two-page Quick Look layout
    If you ever wanted a more book-like reading experience with facing pages, more code references in the iOS 27 betas show a new design for Quick Look on the iPhone Duo giving you just that.Quick Look showing a double-page spread on the iPhone Duo - image credit: pdfuFollowing code leaker pdfu's revealing a minimalist redesign of Focus Mode for the iPhone Duo, they're back with more. This time it's another small update, but one that shows how Apple is sweating the details on iOS for the iPhone Duo.…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 4:58pm -
  • Apple Watch Series 12 review: Upgraded where it was needed
    The Apple Watch Series 12 is here, complete with a new Health Sensing System and more robust protection for its gorgeous display, making it the best non-Ultra Apple wearable yet.Apple Watch Series 12 review: The best non-Ultra yetSome Apple Watch updates are hard to distinguish from the previous model. Others bring design changes that are immediately obvious.And then there's the Apple Watch Series 12. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 4:45pm -
  • Formula 1 gains Dolby Atmos starting with the US Grand Prix
    Engine roar will never have sounded so good as it will once Apple TV adds Dolby Atmos to F1 at the end of October 2026.Formula 1 on Apple TVSoon it's not just going to be "F1: The Movie" whose sound is award-worthy. Apple has announced that it is partnering with Dolby Laboratories to bring Dolby Atmos audio from the race track and the pit lane to viewers."If you are a sports fan today, our viewpoint today is that the experience is — am going to be polite and say not easy," Oliver Schusser, Ap…
    - 2 days ago 7 Oct 26, 4:24pm -
  • Prime Day AirPods deals: $179 AirPods Pro 3, $120 off AirPods Max 2
    Early Prime Big Deal Days markdowns are live ahead of the sale, which starts tomorrow. Save $70 on AirPods Pro 3 and $120 on AirPods Max 2.Save up to $120 on Apple AirPods for Prime Big Deal Days - Image credit: AppleAmazon's $70 discount on AirPods Pro 3 is live now as Prime Big Deal Days offers heat up before the sale starts tomorrow.Buy AirPods Pro 3 for $179 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 4 days ago 5 Oct 26, 9:29pm -
  • How to make OBS chroma key smarter by using Background Replacement in macOS
    If you want to use chroma key effect in a streaming or video conference app, but you can't get a physical green screen background in place, you can fake it. All by using Background Replacement in macOS.You can do Chroma Key in OBS without a green screen, thanks to macOS. Whether it is streaming gameplay to Twitch or improving your Zoom calls, sometimes you want to replace the background with something else. It's unprofessional to have a background that includes piles of dirty clothes, random din…
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  • How to use Jellyfin on a Mac to make a private streaming service
    Film fans with a massive movie collection can make their own mini Netflix by using Jellyfin and a Mac as a file server. Here's how to create your own home video streaming service.Jellyfin is a media server tool. Streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Apple TV+ are great ways to watch movies and TV shows without needing to actually own the physical media. However, if you already have a copy of a movie on DVD or Blu-ray, the only real benefit to watching it via an Internet streaming service…
    - 1 Jun 26, 4:56am -
  • How to import your old passwords into Apple Passwords
    Apple Passwords is a secure and safe alternative for those seeking to escape 1Password's latest price hike. Here's what you need to know.Any password manager can import to Apple Passwords, so long as you have a Mac.The introduction of iOS 18 and macOS Seqouia has seen the old iCloud Keychain be rolled into the new Apple Passwords app, alongside a few other Apple password management features. If you already use a password manager outside of iCloud Keychain, you'll probably want to import your pas…
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MacWorld

  • new6 iPhone 18 Pro photography tricks worth spending more to get
    Macworld Apple has been actively marketing the iPhone’s camera capabilities for more than a decade. With every flagship launch, the company boasts about its smartphone’s latest photography and videography features—and even encourages users to share their snaps through the Shot on iPhone campaign.This year, the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max received professional-grade camera upgrades that push their limits further than any other phone. In fact, the software and har…
    - 1 hour ago 9 Oct 26, 4:15pm -
  • newThis genius Mac utility is exactly what my messy desktop needs
    Macworld The desktop on my Mac is a mess. File and folder icons look like they’re strewn everywhere (I swear there’s a method to the madness). I put stuff on my desktop for quick and easy access to things I’m currently working on, but it’s not only unsightly, but it’s also a pain when I need to take a screenshot, which happens often.Terkel Gjervig seems to have the solution to my desktop problem. Gjervig posted a video of his latest project, Desktop Cleaning,…
    - 2 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:00pm -
  • newThese MacBook refurbs are only $650
    Macworld TL;DR: Get a refurbished M2 MacBook Air with 8GB of memory and a 256GB SSD for $649.99 (reg. $999).New MacBooks are expensive, but if you’re just looking for a good machine for work or school, you might not need to pay full price. Refurbished Macs are a great option if you want a reliable computer for a solid price. That’s how you can get this 2022 MacBook Air for just $649.99 (reg. $999).This MacBook Air has an M2 chip with an 8-core CPU and an 8-cor…
    - 4 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:30pm -
  • newThis $199.90 iOS scanner app is only $25 for 2 days
    Macworld TL;DR: Scan and edit documents on your iPhone or iPad with a lifetime iScanner subscription on sale for $25 through October 11.If you don’t own a scanner, turning a signed contract or tax form into a clean, editable PDF is remarkably inconvenient. iScanner turns your iPhone or iPad into a document scanner and PDF editor, and a lifetime subscription is on sale for $24.97 (reg. $199.90) for the next two days.Point your camera at a page, and iScanner finds…
    - 4 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:30pm -
  • newTouchscreen MacBook is set to launch on October 27
    Macworld October is shaping up to be chock full o’ treats. Besides Apple’s “Welcome Home” smart home event next week, Apple is going to have another round of product releases on October 27, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This later event will feature the touchscreen MacBook as well as an M6 iMac, M6 MacBook Pro, and a new iPad mini.Gurman reports that the October 27 launch “will include an online video presentation and in-person component for the pre…
    - 14 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:16am -
  • new2026 iPad mini: Release date, OLED display, A20 Pro, price and latest rumors
    Macworld For those who need a premium small-screen tablet, the iPad mini is a popular choice. But should you buy one now, or should you wait to see what Apple has in store for the next model? Most buyers should wait – the next model is expected to bring meaningful upgrades, and October 2026 is now the leading launch window. However, the launch could slip to early 2027 due to chip demand and wider supply constraints.Here’s what the latest rumors say about the re…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:21am -
  • newTouchscreen MacBook Pro rumours: Release date, OLED, specs and latest leaks
    Macworld The touchscreen MacBook Pro has been the subject of speculation ever since Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman first reported in 2023 that Apple was exploring the idea. At the time, the claim seemed hard to believe given Apple’s long-standing opposition to touchscreen laptops. Three years later, however, the rumours are becoming increasingly difficult to dismiss.Multiple reports suggest Apple has overcome the technical and design challenges that previously stood in th…
    - 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:18am -
  • new4 big announcements coming at Apple’s Welcome Home event
    Macworld October is shaping up to be an exceptionally busy month at Apple Park. The company is readying the iPhone Duo, revamped Health app on iOS 27.2, touchscreen MacBook Pro, and overhauled iPad mini, which could all launch by the end of this month. That won’t be all.Apple announced on Thursday that it will be holding a special “Welcome Home” experience on October 13, where it will presumably launch its new smart home products. According to credible rumors, th…
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  • newApple sets NYC ‘experience’ next week to showcase new smart home devices
    Macworld It’s official. Apple will announce its big push into the smart home on Tuesday, October 13. This isn’t expected to be a big special event keynote at Apple Park, but rather a web launch with a coordinated “Special Experience” for invited members of the media to go hands-on with the new products in New York City.Apple did the same thing with the launch of the MacBook Neo earlier this year, after wrapping up a week of product announcements. That launch fo…
    - 19 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 10:28pm -
  • newApple event guide: October ‘experience’ is confirmed
    Macworld Apple’s September event may not have been Apple’s final event of 2026. Apple has confirmed a special “Welcome home” Experience for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9am ET (2pm BST). Selected journalists have been invited to attend the gathering in New York, suggesting Apple is preparing to introduce new products focused on the smart home.Apple hasn’t confirmed what it will announce, but rumors point to its long-awaited HomePad smart display, a new HomeP…
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:43pm -
  • newGo grab these Mac deals before Amazon remembers to raise the prices
    Macworld Everything is more expensive nowadays, including Macs. The higher prices have an effect on our shopping habits, so you might be more inclined to take advantage of a sale price as soon as you see one, instead of waiting for a better deal. After all, there’s a good chance prices will go up again, since the supply shortage isn’t going to ease up anytime soon.Today is the last day of Amazon’s fall sales event, and that includes Macs. We weren’t expecting m…
    - 20 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 9:33pm -
  • newIntego ONE Review: Top-tier Mac malware protection with powerful Firewall controls
    Macworld At a glanceExpert's RatingProsMalware detection that caught nearly every threat Fast scan speeds, processing 700GB+ and millions of files in under 10 minutesStrong, granular firewall controls with easy allow/deny/edit rule managementEasy-to-use iPhone VPN with useful security checksConsLacks web/phishing protection and parental controlsSlow quarantine cleanup iPhone app lacks advanced VPN featuresOur Verdict Intego ONE offers…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:08pm -
  • newPrime Day is over, but the Apple Watch Series 12 is still at its all-time low
    Macworld Apple Watch Series 12View DealThe second Prime Day of the year may be over now, but the Apple Watch Series 12 is still on sale for $350 at Amazon, a savings of $49 and the best price we’ve seen so far.The Apple Watch Series 12 comes with a ton of cool new features exclusive to this model. There’s a second-gen electric heart-rate sensor for all-day continuous tracking, as well as a new Readiness score that…
    - 22 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:02pm -
  • newThis breakthrough USB-C cable solves your Mac desktop’s biggest problem
    Macworld USB-C cables have always had a bit of a distance problem. They can carry astonishing amounts of data, drive high-resolution displays, and deliver serious amounts of power—but generally only when the thing at the other end is close by. But imagine the possibilities if the cable was really, really long.OWC’s new USB4 40Gb/s Active Optical Cables come in 9.8-foot (3 meters) and 16.4-foot (5-meter) lengths, with the latter stretching to about the length as a t…
    - 23 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:34pm -
  • newApple’s ‘lighter’ touchscreen MacBook Pro might not be much thinner after all
    Macworld Apple’s imminent MacBook Pro launch offers plenty of reasons to be excited, not least the fact that it’s expected to feature an OLED touchscreen display: the first on an Apple laptop. But one of the other rumored upgrades no longer appears to be on the menu.Having predicted on multiple occasions that the touchscreen MacBook Pro would be thinner than current models, well-connected leaker Mark Gurman has this week played down that aspect of the redesign. Res…
    - 24 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 5:48pm -
  • Best Thunderbolt and USB-C docking stations for your MacBook 2026
    Macworld Plug your MacBook in and out of a multi-port laptop docking station to swiftly add multiple devices and external displays with just one cable connection to your laptop. We tested the top contenders to find the best Thunderbolt and USB-C docks available to owners of the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. MacBook Neo users can use any of these docks but are limited to a 10Gbps bandwidth and some display limitations. Thunderbolt, USB4 or USB-CThe connectors all lo…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 5:15pm -
  • Surface Laptop Ultra is Microsoft’s best effort to catch up to Apple
    Macworld On Wednesday, Microsoft introduced the Surface Laptop Ultra, the first laptop to ship with Nvidia’s new RTX Spark processor (there will be offerings from other companies like HP and Lenovo, too). At a glance, it seems pretty clear that they’re gunning for Apple. Up to 20 ARM-based CPU cores and a big fat Nvidia Blackwell GPU with up to 6,144 cores (Nvidia and Apple count GPU cores very differently). A big bright HDR display, from 24GB to 128GB of RAM, and…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 4:30pm -
  • New HomePod rumors: HomePod mini 2, HomePad and touchscreen HomePod
    Macworld Apple’s HomePod lineup could be about to undergo its biggest expansion since the original HomePod launched. Apple is reportedly preparing a new HomePod mini and smart home display for October 13, with another full-size HomePod expected further down the line, as it builds a new generation of home products around Siri AI.For much of 2025 and 2026, Apple’s revamped Siri was the thing holding those products back. That’s no longer the case: Siri AI has now a…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 4:22pm -
  • Apple Watch Series 12 & Ultra 4: Everything you need to know about the 2026 Apple Watches
    Macworld In September 2026 Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4, with both models focusing much more heavily on health monitoring, Apple Intelligence and battery efficiency than on physical redesigns. Series 12 remains Apple’s mainstream premium smartwatch, while Ultra 4 continues as the larger, tougher model aimed at endurance sports, outdoor activities and diving. Both Apple Watches went on sale on September 18.The biggest upgrade sha…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 3:40pm -
  • Put the full Microsoft Office toolkit on your Mac for one $79.97 payment
    Macworld TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for $79.97 (MSRP $219) through October 11. The one-time license includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote, with no recurring subscription fees.If you’d rather make one software purchase than keep another subscription on your monthly expenses, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac is worth a look. Through October 11, you can get a lifetime license for the c…
    - 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 1:30pm -