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  • newFacebook's New Collage Feature May Use Your Images for AI Training
    Meta is adding a new AI-based collage and photo editing tool to Facebook, and it's rolling out starting today. The opt-in feature scans your camera roll for your best photos and videos, uploads those images to the cloud, then uses AI to create "fun collages and edits."Facebook will suggest photo collages, recaps, AI restyling, or themes like birthdays, graduations, and trips. Once you opt in, the AI works behind the scenes on an ongoing basis and will randomly suggest photo and video edits…
    - 38 mins ago 18 Oct 25, 3:39am -
  • newWhatsApp Testing Message Limits to Combat Spam
    Popular Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp may soon introduce new message limits that could cut down on spam. According to TechCrunch, WhatsApp is testing a feature that restricts the number of messages that individual users and businesses are able to send to unknown people without getting a response.All messages that are sent will count against the per-month limit, which has not yet been established. WhatsApp is testing different limits to determine what works best, and the testing wi…
    - 1 hour ago 18 Oct 25, 2:52am -
  • newApple Accuses Epic Games of Wanting a 'Free Ride'
    Apple and Epic Games are facing off in Australia among other countries, and this week, Apple accused ‌Epic Games‌ of seeking a "free ride" on its platform. In a statement to MacRumors, Apple said that it will continue to fight for a ruling that respects its intellectual property."Epic is now asking to free ride on Apple's platform and dismantle every safeguard we've put in place to protect users and developers -- a request that goes well beyond the Court's ruling. We will continue to s…
    - 3 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 1:37am -
  • newReview: Anker's New Nano Line is Worth Checking Out
    Popular accessory maker Anker recently came out with a new "Nano" line of products, and I've been testing them out for the last few weeks. All of the products are great, and Anker's ultra slim power bank in particular is appealing for those who are planning to pick up the iPhone Air.Nano Power BankAnker's MagGo Nano Power Bank is a 5,000mAh Qi2 power bank that attaches to the back of your iPhone, providing up to 15W charging while on the go. That's pretty typical for magnetic Qi-based ch…
    - 3 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 12:58am -
  • newApple's New Vision Pro Dual Knit Band Proves Popular
    Apple introduced a new version of the Vision Pro with M5 chip this week, and it came with a Dual Knit Band that Apple says is more comfortable to wear for long periods of time. M5 Vision Pro buyers will get the new band automatically, but those who have an M2 Vision Pro also have the option to buy it separately.It appears ‌M2‌ Vision Pro owners are eager for an accessory that makes the headset easier to wear, because the $99 Dual Knit Band is now backordered for at least a month. As of…
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 11:43pm -
  • newBest Buy Takes $50 Off M5 iPad Pro for Members, Plus Trade-In Offers
    Alongside trade-in deals on the new M5 MacBook Pro, Best Buy is offering trade-in deals toward the new M5 iPad Pro, with My Best Buy Plus and My Best Buy Total members receiving an extra 10% in trade-in value. Members also receive a straight $50 discount on iPad Pro pre-orders.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Best Buy advertises a starting price for the M5…
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 11:22pm -
  • newiPhone 17 Pro vs Pixel 10 Pro Camera Comparison: Which Takes Better Photos?
    A month before Apple introduced the iPhone 17 lineup, Google debuted its new Pixel 10 smartphone line. Since both companies have brand new flagship devices, we thought we'd do a comparison to see which one has the better camera technology.Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.With Apple adopting a camera "plateau" instead of a camera bump, the camera setup for the two smartphones looks more similar than ever before. Google has used a pill-shaped multi-lens horizontal c…
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 10:54pm -
  • newMacRumors Giveaway: Win an iPhone Air or 17 Pro From Collectible Phones
    For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Collectible Phones to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win an iPhone Air or an iPhone 17 Pro. Collectible Phones is an iPhone art company created by industry insider Sonny Dickson.With Collectible Phones, Dickson purchases out-of-commission iPhones from recycling facilities, saving them from being sent to a landfill and creating waste. Collectible Phones chooses the best of the recycled iPhones to disassemble and preserve for ‌iPhone‌ c…
    - 6 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:54pm -
  • newApple Said to Cut iPhone Air Production Amid Underwhelming Sales
    Apple plans to cut production of the iPhone Air amid underwhelming sales performance, Japan's Mizuho Securities believes (via The Elec).The Japanese investment banking and securities firm claims that the iPhone 17 Pro and ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max are seeing higher sales than their predecessors during the same period last year, while the standard iPhone 17 is a major success, performing significantly better than the iPhone 16.The ‌iPhone Air‌ is apparently the outlier; Apple plans to…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:59pm -
  • newThe MacRumors Show: Apple's Three New M5 Products Announced
    On this episode of The MacRumors Show, we talk through Apple's all-new M5 chip and the three updated devices it announced containing it this week. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videosApple this week announced the M5 chip, featuring improved performance and efficiency with up to a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU. Apple says the M5 chip offers up to 15% faster CPU performance and up to 45% faster graphics, compared to the M4.It also contains a next-generation GPU a…
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:34pm -
  • newiOS 26.0.2 Update for iPhones Coming Soon
    Apple's software engineers continue to internally test iOS 26.0.2, according to MacRumors logs, which have been a reliable indicator of upcoming iOS versions.iOS 26.0.2 will be a minor update that addresses bugs and/or security vulnerabilities, but we do not know any specific details yet.The update will likely be released by the end of next week.Last month, Apple released iOS 26.0.1, which includes the following bug fixes:- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth may occasionally disconnect on iPhone…
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:05pm -
  • newM5 Chip Achieves Impressive Feat in 14-Inch MacBook Pro Speed Test
    The first alleged benchmark result for the M5 chip in the new 14-inch MacBook Pro has surfaced, allowing for some performance comparisons.Based on a single unconfirmed result uploaded to the Geekbench 6 database today, the M5 chip has pulled off an impressive feat. Specifically, the chip achieved a score of 4,263 for single-core CPU performance, which is the highest single-core score that has ever been recorded in the Geekbench 6 database for any Mac or PC processor.In the 14-inch MacB…
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:40pm -
  • newSamsung Reportedly Gives Up on Super Thin Smartphones Amid Low Sales
    Samsung has abruptly canceled development of its planned Galaxy S26 Edge smartphone after disappointing sales of the ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge, which rivals the iPhone Air, Korea's NewsPim claims.Samsung apparently halted work on the Galaxy S26 Edge this week, informing employees internally that the product line would be discontinued. Internal discussions in September shifted priorities toward the more conventional "Plus" form factor after confirming that consumer demand for ultra-slim fl…
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:01pm -
  • newApple Announces Partnership With Formula 1 for Exclusive US Coverage
    Apple and Formula 1 today announced a five-year partnership that brings all F1 races exclusively to Apple TV in the United States beginning next year.The partnership allows ‌Apple TV‌ to provide comprehensive coverage of Formula 1, including all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grands Prix. Select races and all practice sessions will also be available for free in the ‌Apple TV‌ app throughout the course of the season. Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Services, s…
    - 10 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 6:40pm -
  • newLaunch of Apple's First Foldable iPhone Could Be Delayed
    The launch of Apple's first foldable iPhone could be delayed to 2027, according to Japan's Mizuho Securities (via The Elec).The investment banking and securities firm suggested that a potential postponement could be due to Apple taking longer to decide on key design elements such as the hinge. The device is expected to feature a 7.58-inch inner display and a 5.38-inch outer display.The report added that expected production of display panels for the foldable ‌iPhone‌ have now decrea…
    - 11 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 5:14pm -
  • newEU Didn't Stop Apple From Including Charger With M5 MacBook Pro
    Apple's new M5 MacBook Pro will ship without a power adapter in the box in the United Kingdom and European Union, prompting online confusion that the change was mandated by EU law — a claim that is incorrect.Apple quietly updated its online store following the launch of the M5 ‌MacBook Pro‌ to note that customers in the UK and EU who purchase the new 14-inch model will no longer receive a charging brick by default. The laptop still includes a MagSafe 3 cable, but buyers must purchase…
    - 12 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:40pm -
  • newiPhone Air Sells Out in China
    Apple's iPhone Air sold out across online stores in China within hours of pre-orders opening on Friday, the South China Morning Post reports.Demand for the ‌iPhone Air‌ reportedly surged immediately after pre-orders opened. Apple's online store and the official Tmall flagship both listed multiple color and storage configurations as unavailable within the first two hours of availability, reflecting even higher demand than the device saw in western markets last month. Prices begin at 7,9…
    - 12 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:02pm -
  • newM5 MacBook Air Coming Spring 2026 With M5 Mac Studio and Mac Mini in Development
    Apple plans to launch MacBook Air models equipped with the new M5 chip in spring 2026, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple is also working on M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models that will come early in the year.Neither the ‌MacBook Pro‌ models nor the ‌MacBook Air‌ models are expected to get design changes, with Apple focusing on simple chip upgrades. In the case of the ‌MacBook Pro‌, a much bigger refresh is planned for either late 2026 or early 2027.Apple is deve…
    - 24 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:27am -
  • Face ID for Mac Remains Distant Despite Years of Rumors
    Despite years of rumors suggesting Apple is working on Macs with Face ID instead of Touch ID, the technology isn't coming any time soon, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.Gurman claims that Apple is aiming to shift from ‌Touch ID‌ to ‌Face ID‌ in the Mac line, but the change "remains years away."Gurman and others have incorrectly predicted ‌Face ID‌ for Macs several times over the past five years. In 2021, Gurman said he'd bet Face ID would come to the Mac "within a coup…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 3:14am -
  • Best Buy Offering Trade-In Deals Toward New M5 MacBook Pro
    While we have unsurprisingly yet to see any straight discounts on the just-announced M5 MacBook Pro, Best Buy is seeking to entice upgraders with some trade-in offers toward the new models.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Best Buy. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Best Buy is currently offering up to $800 in trade-in value for a base M4 MacBook Pro, with higher-spec machines qualifying for even mor…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 1:29am -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newApple AI Executive Joins Meta Amid Shake-Up
    Apple’s artificial intelligence division has lost another senior leader to Meta. Ke Yang, who led the Answers, Knowledge, and Information team within Apple’s AI group, has reportedly left the company to join Meta. This marks yet another high-profile departure from Apple’s growing AI unit in recent months. Over a dozen Apple AI employees have recently […]
    - 11 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 5:44pm -
  • newApple Launches Black Magic Keyboard for iPad Air
    Apple has unveiled a black version of its Magic Keyboard for the iPad Air. The release came alongside the launch of the M5 iPad Pro, which features Wi-Fi 7 and Apple’s advanced C1X modem for cellular models. This isn’t a new model, but rather a color addition. The Magic Keyboard for the 13-inch iPad Air […]
    - 11 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 5:15pm -
  • newApple Vision Pro Gets M5 Chip Upgrade
    Apple has upgraded the Vision Pro headset with its latest M5 chip, bringing faster performance, sharper visuals, and longer battery life. The move aligns with the new M5-powered MacBook Pro and iPad Pro, showing Apple’s push for consistent hardware performance across devices. Bob Borchers, Apple’s Vice President of Worldwide Product Marketing, said the update “delivers […]
    - 13 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 2:52pm -
  • Apple Launches M5 iPad Pro with Wi-Fi 7
    Apple has officially launched the M5 iPad Pro, introducing its most advanced tablet yet. The new model features Apple’s latest M5 chip, Wi-Fi 7 support, and the C1X modem for faster connectivity, starting at $999 for the 11-inch model. While the design remains similar to last year’s M4 model, the performance leap is remarkable. The […]
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 5:03pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro to Feature Variable Aperture for Better Photography
    Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro could mark a major step forward in smartphone photography. According to reports from industry insiders, Apple has finalized plans to introduce a variable aperture system for its main camera, a feature that would significantly improve photo quality and light control. The new setup will appear exclusively in the main rear camera […]
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 3:56pm -
  • Eddy Cue Discusses Apple TV Rebrand and Subscriber Growth
    Apple’s Senior Vice President of Services, Eddy Cue, recently shared insights into the Apple TV rebrand on the podcast The Town. Apple has officially dropped the “+” from Apple TV+, simplifying its name to Apple TV. Cue said the change was a natural evolution. “We all called it Apple TV anyway,” he explained. The “plus” […]
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 1:45pm -
  • Apple Car Key Expands to GM Vehicles
    Apple’s digital Car Key feature is heading to select General Motors (GM) vehicles, giving drivers a new way to unlock and start their cars using their iPhone or Apple Watch. Hidden code in Apple’s system files reveals that GM brands such as Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac are preparing to support the technology. Originally launched in […]
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 4:59pm -
  • Apple and Samsung Drive Global Smartphone Comeback
    The global smartphone market is finally bouncing back after a sluggish start to 2025. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC), manufacturers shipped 322.7 million units between July and September, marking a major rebound driven by Apple and Samsung. Both companies now hold nearly identical shares of the global market. Despite global economic uncertainty, aggressive […]
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 4:13pm -
  • Tim Cook’s Legacy: How He Transformed Apple
    Twenty years ago, Tim Cook officially became Apple’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), marking the beginning of a transformation that reshaped not just Apple, but the tech world. Appointed by Steve Jobs in 2005, Cook was already managing Apple’s global operations. Jobs described the promotion as a “formal recognition” of work Cook had been doing for […]
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 3:40pm -
  • iOS 26.1 Beta 3 Brings Local Capture and AI Upgrades
    Apple’s latest iOS 26.1 beta 3 hints at a major shift toward openness, allowing integration with third-party AI models. Developers discovered text changes in the new beta referencing “Third Party” instead of “ChatGPT,” suggesting iOS may soon support multiple AI options. This aligns with Apple’s broader strategy to embrace AI collaboration. With frameworks like Foundation […]
    - 3 days ago 14 Oct 25, 5:39pm -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newAirPods Pro 3 after one month: The most complicated upgrade yet
    Apple launched AirPods Pro 3 last month to widespread praise from reviewers. I’ve been using AirPods Pro 3 since upgrading on day one, and my experience has been a little more complicated so far. more…
    - 4 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 12:43am -
  • newWhatsApp to restrict how many messages users can send without replies
    To curb WhatsApp’s growing spam problem, Meta will begin testing a monthly cap for how many messages users can send to people who haven’t replied. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 12:04am -
  • newHomeKit Weekly: Putting the SwitchBot S20 to work in HomeKit with Matter
    Previously, I wrote about the SwitchBot K11+, a smaller robot vacuum that was a great option for smaller spaces. This week, I am looking at the new SwitchBot S20, and this one is built for much bigger homes. After using it for the past few months, I believe it may be the best robo vacuum on the market, with some nice workarounds for rooms in Apple’s Home app. more…
    - 4 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 12:00am -
  • newAll five episodes of ‘Mr. Scorsese’ docuseries now available on Apple TV
    The new docuseries explores Martin Scorsese’s far-reaching career, with never-before-seen footage from his private archives, and multiple interviews with friends, colleagues and Hollywood stars. more…
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 11:30pm -
  • newThese four Apple products are about to get very rare updates
    Apple just launched three M5-equipped products this week, but rumors indicate even more new hardware is coming soon—including four products getting very rare updates. more…
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 10:54pm -
  • newiPhone Air sells out almost instantly in China
    When Apple first released the iPhone Air last month, it was missing from a key market: China. This was because the iPhone Air is eSIM-only due to its ultra-thin design, and China has strict regulations about eSIM technology.Today, however, the iPhone Air officially went up for pre-order in China — and indications are it’s a big hit. more…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:29pm -
  • newDeals: 512GB M3 iPad Air $250 off, Apple Watch Ultra 3 open-box up to $120 off, Mac mini $499, more
    Friday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are kicking off with M3 iPad Air. While we have already detailed the pre-order deals available on M5 MacBook Pro and M5 iPad Pro right here, Amazon is now offering its best price ever on this 13-inch 512GB M3 iPad Air config at $250 off the list. And now, joining Amazon’s price drops on new units, Best Buy’s open-box deals on the black Apple Watch Ultra 3 are up to $121 off alongside the return of M4 Mac mini down at $499, AirPods 4 with ANC back at the…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:15pm -
  • newtvOS 26 could make Apple TV 4K’s biggest problem a thing of the past
    Linear TV continues rapidly declining, something that Tim Cook saw coming when he declared that the future of TV is apps. But Apple TV apps have always struggled from one core issue: signing into streaming accounts is a major pain. Here’s how tvOS 26 aims to solve that for Apple TV 4K users moving forward. more…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:01pm -
  • newAT&T announces price increase for every home internet plan
    AT&T is raising prices on all of its home internet plans, the company confirmed to The Verge. Here are the full details on who’s impacted, and how much monthly prices are going up. more…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:48pm -
  • newNew iPhone Fold rumor details screen sizes, possible launch delay
    Next year’s iPhone lineup is expected to add the first ever foldable model, which may be called iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra. Today a new report from The Elec offers fresh updates on the screen sizes to expect from the iPhone Fold and the possibility of a delay. more…
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:15pm -
  • newApple says Epic Games is seeking a free ride, as we await latest court ruling
    Apple has accused Epic Games of seeking a free ride as the games company asks a court to permit its apps to be sideloaded onto iPhones with no commission to the Cupertino company.The accusation was made after an Australian court indicated it was likely to rule that Apple must permit sideloading – but with details yet to be decided … more…
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:00pm -
  • newApple announces F1 races are coming exclusively to Apple TV in the US
    Apple is officially becoming the exclusive Formula 1 broadcast partner in the US, with the popular sport coming to Apple TV starting next year. Here are the details from today’s announcement. more…
    - 10 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 6:38pm -
  • newReport: Apple-F1 deal could be announced today with F1 giving up F1 TV control
    Apple’s deal to acquire F1 streaming rights in the United States is imminent and could be announced as soon as today, according to a new report from Puck’s John Ourand. The report also details that F1 is “relinquishing control of F1 TV in the U.S.” as part of the deal, a key tidbit that was reportedly a sticking point throughout the negotiations between Apple and F1 parent company Liberty Media. more…
    - 10 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 5:50pm -
  • newEddy Cue hints at Apple’s next sports deal: ‘We do love F1’
    As Apple reportedly nears the announcement of a $140 million yearly deal for the US rights of F1, the company’s senior vice president of Services has been on a bit of a press tour to talk about Apple TV, and the state of sports streaming in general. more…
    - 22 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 5:54am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: October 16, 2025 – New M5 iPad Pro, MacBook, and Vision Pro
    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 9to5Mac Daily Plus: Get ad-free versions of every episode by visiting 9to5mac.com/join.  more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 3:47am -
  • ‘Come See Me in the Good Light’: New Apple TV documentary gets moving first trailer
    Apple unveiled today a touching trailer for “Come See Me in the Good Light,” its upcoming award-winning documentary about the late poet Andrea Gibson. Watch it below. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 3:05am -
  • Apple researchers explore how AI can predict bugs, write tests, and even fix code
    Apple has published three interesting studies that offer some insight into how AI-based development could improve workflows, quality, and productivity. Here are the details. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 2:33am -
  • Here’s everything new for Apple Notes in iOS 26
    Apple Notes has become one of Apple’s most consistently updated apps, and iOS 26 brought several solid new additions. Here’s everything new for Apple Notes in iOS 26. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 2:19am -
  • I love my iPhone Air, but I’m starting to worry about its future
    After years of buying iPhone Pro models, this year Apple tempted me away with its ultra-thin iPhone Air. And the new model has easily exceeded my expectations. But rumors of lackluster sales and a new third-party report have me worried about the iPhone Air’s future. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 1:22am -
  • Rumor Replay: Apple Glasses, HomePod Touch price, next-gen AirPods
    This is Rumor Replay, a weekly column at 9to5Mac offering a quick rundown of the most recent Apple product rumors, with analysis and commentary. Today: Apple Glasses, next-gen AirPods rumors, HomePod Touch pricing and models, and more. Here are this week’s Apple rumors. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 12:40am -
  • Bloomberg: Apple planning huge MacBook Pro overhaul for as soon as next year
    Apple may have just released its first M5 MacBook Pro earlier this week, but there’s already a lot of anticipation about what’s next. In a new report today, Bloomberg says that Apple is planning a new MacBook Pro for late 2026 or early 2027 with major changes, headlined by an OLED touchscreen. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 12:28am -
  • Meta is killing off Messenger’s Mac app for unknown reasons
    Do you use Facebook Messenger on the Mac? Soon, your app’s going to stop working. Meta has announced that its Messenger app for Mac is being killed off entirely. more…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 12:15am -
  • Next year’s MacBook Pro rumors make new M5 model an easy ‘no’
    Apple just launched its brand new M5 MacBook Pro, but with very few changes compared to last year’s M4 model. If you’re in the market to upgrade, rumors indicate that next year’s M6 MacBook Pro should be well worth the extra wait. more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 11:36pm -
  • Apple’s new streaming bundle could hint at future perks for Apple One subscribers
    Apple One subscribers can now get a Peacock subscription at a discount. Could there be more perks coming in the future? more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 11:00pm -
  • New M5 chip product launches, live Vision Pro basketball, Apple TV name change
    Benjamin and Chance react to the new M5 iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro launches. Apple also kills off Clips app and teases live immersive NBA content, and announces a controversial name change for the Apple TV streaming service. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin gets more excited about the upcoming Apple smart display based off some details from Mark Gurman. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you’re in. Sign up for a $1…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 10:49pm -
  • OnePlus reveals Android 16 update with an iOS-like redesign and Apple Watch support
    The OnePlus 15 is seemingly a short few months away, as it’s already been officially announced for both China and global markets. In order to launch a new phone, though, OnePlus also needs a new software build, and with Android 16 having been around for a while now, it’s time for OxygenOS 16’s official debut. more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 9:56pm -
  • New Apple TV and Peacock bundle offers both services at discounted price, including special Apple One perk
    Apple TV and NBCUniversal today announced a new partnership, where customers in the US will be able to subscribe to a combined Apple TV and Peacock bundle at a discounted price. The $14.99/mo bundle includes Apple TV and Peacock Premium, or you can get Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus (their ad-free tier) for $19.99/mo. This represents a roughly 30% saving compared to subscribing to the services individually. For the first time, Apple has also arranged a special deal for Apple One subscribe…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 9:30pm -
  • Deals: M5 MacBook Pro $800 off w/ trade, M5 iPad Pro $50 off My Best Buy, iPhone 15 Pro Max $750 off, more
    With the official reveal of the new M5-powered MacBook Pro and iPad Pro, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is kicking off with some deals on both. Best Buy has some enhanced trade-in values live on the new M5 MacBook Pro at up to $800 off and members can land an additional 10% off. It too is offering $50 off the M5 iPad Pro with no trades for members alongside configs as low as $499 with trades. Aside from that we have iPhone 15 Pro Max at up to $750 off as well as Apple Watch Utra 2 at $150 off, a…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 9:18pm -
  • The next Apple TV comedy goes deep into cut-throat high society
    Palm Royale is coming back for season 2 soon as the next comedy debut on Apple TV. And the just-released trailer shows the series going deep into the cut-throat waters of high society. more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 8:57pm -
  • M5 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook Pro: What’s actually changed?
    Apple launched a trio of new M5 products this week, including the M5 MacBook Pro. But what’s actually changed with the M5 model compared to last year’s M4 MacBook Pro? Not a lot. Here are four differences between the M5 and M4 MacBook Pro. more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 8:02pm -
  • Here’s everything new with the latest Apple Vision Pro
    The second generation Apple Vision Pro brings some much-needed enhancements. Here’s the full list. more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 7:15pm -
  • Pinterest adds a ‘less AI slop’ toggle, but all apps need an off button [Poll]
    As photo and video sharing apps get swamped by AI slop, Pinterest has taken a small step in the right direction: a setting to dial back on the volume of it in your feed.The company has seemingly made the move in response to growing complaints about the number of AI-generated images found within the app … more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 7:08pm -
  • A slightly silly but effective hack for fans of mechanical keyboards and Touch ID
    I’ve gone back and forth on mechanical keyboards a few times over the years. This isn’t due to any indecisiveness about whether or not I prefer them – I very much do – but a couple of practical issues.One of these is that I’m not aware of any mechanical keyboard available with a Touch ID key. This is one of those features that once you’ve had it, you don’t ever really want to go back … more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 6:18pm -
  • Here’s the most impressive thing about the M5 chip
    Even five years on, I’m still blown away by the impressiveness of Apple Silicon Macs. I’m still rocking a pair of M1-powered MacBooks myself, albeit one of them the M1 Max, and I’ve never felt that either one was underpowered.Apple yesterday told us that the latest generation M5 chip is significantly better than even the M4. But the most impressive thing about the chip isn’t found inside the MacBook Pro … more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 6:14pm -
  • No, the EU didn’t ban Apple from including a charger with the M5 MacBook Pro
    There was quite a lot of discussion yesterday – and not a little confusion – when it was revealed that the new M5 14-inch MacBook Pro announced yesterday doesn’t include a power adapter in the box when bought in the UK or EU countries.Many were claiming that this is because EU law prohibits the inclusion of a charger when selling new electronic products, but that is not actually the case … more…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 4:34pm -
  • M5 vs M4: What’s new with Apple’s latest silicon?
    Today, Apple launched the latest entry in their M-series line of Apple silicon chips, the M5 chip. Here’s how it compares to the M4 chip. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 9:02am -
  • Sonos updates Trueplay with support for iPhone 17 lineup
    Sonos has updated its Trueplay feature with iPhone 17 support, letting users fine-tune select speakers for optimal sound. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 8:22am -
  • Meta poaches Apple’s newly appointed head of AI search project
    Meta’s streak of hiring high-profile executives from Apple’s AI team continues, with the company reportedly poaching Ke Yang, who had only recently been appointed to lead Apple’s rumored ChatGPT-like search project. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 5:04am -
  • Spotify DJ now takes typed requests, expands support to Spanish
    Last May, Spotify introduced an interactive version of its AI-powered DJ, allowing users to make real-time music requests. However, the feature was voice-only. Now, the company is expanding support to typed requests, among other welcome improvements. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 4:36am -
  • During China visit, Tim Cook pledges further investments in the country
    Following months of supply chain adjustments and diversification amid US–China trade tensions, Apple CEO Tim Cook reassured Beijing that the company remains committed to investing in the region. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 4:13am -
  • M5 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook Air: Which entry-level Mac makes most sense to buy?
    Today, MacBook Air once you spec it equally. With the MacBook Air now shipping with older Apple Silicon, is it still worth purchasing at this point in time? more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 3:53am -
  • Steve Jobs to be honored on 2026 American Innovation $1 Coin
    The US Mint revealed today that Apple co-founder Steve Jobs will appear on one of the coins in next year’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 3:02am -
  • Apple shares a fix for frustrating ‘Not Delivered’ iMessage bug
    Apple today updated a support document with details on why iMessages might show a “Not Delivered” alert, appear as SMS/RCS messages in green bubbles, or come from your email address instead of your phone number. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:37am -
  • Apple Intelligence has 20+ brand new features in iOS 26, here’s the full list
    Apple Intelligence may not yet include the major Siri upgrades that were promised, but there are a ton of other new features that just arrived in iOS 26. Here’s everything new. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:24am -
  • M5 iPad Pro: These surprise features make a compelling upgrade
    The M5 iPad Pro is here, and with even more improvements over my M4 model than I was expecting. Here are the biggest surprise features of the new M5 iPad Pro. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:15am -
  • Apple leads Interbrand’s 2025 Best Global Brands ranking, despite brand valuation dip
    For the 13th year running, Apple has topped Interbrand’s Best Global Brands ranking, which measures companies by value, influence, and brand strength. Here are a few highlights from this year’s list. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:06am -
  • Maya Rudolph’s ‘Loot’ is back for season 3 on Apple TV
    One of Apple TV’s top-rated comedies returns today with a two-episode premiere, kicking off a season that will bring back familiar faces for Severance and The Good Place fans alike. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 1:24am -
  • Apple might have just hinted at highly-requested new Studio Display feature
    Apple is rumored to have a new Studio Display coming soon, with early 2026 now the most likely launch target. And a key detail of today’s M5 announcements might be hinting at a highly-requested new feature for the next Apple Studio Display: 120Hz refresh rate. more…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 12:51am -
  • M5 iPad Pro vs M4 iPad Pro: Here’s everything new
    Apple just released its new M5 iPad Pro, which is available for pre-order now and ships next week. Is the new M5 iPad Pro worth the upgrade from an M4 model? Here’s everything new in the latest model. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 11:48pm -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: October 15, 2025 – iPhone 17 demand, Apple’s smart home plans
    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 9to5Mac Daily Plus: Get ad-free versions of every episode by visiting 9to5mac.com/join.  more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 10:37pm -
  • Acclaimed Apple TV show just got new episode despite being canceled
    Apple TV debuted the new comedy The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin last year to critical praise, and a quick season 2 renewal. Reporting later indicated, however, that the new season had been canceled. Yet Apple just released a surprise new episode of Dick Turpin with no official announcement. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 10:14pm -
  • Deals: AirPods 4 ANC $119, iPhone 16 Pro $400 off, titanium Apple Watch Series 11 $50 off, more
    Apple just unleashed the all-new M5 MacBook Pro and iPad Pro, but we are taking a short break to scope out today’s best 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals. Amazon has now brought back Prime Day pricing on AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation at $119 shipped – matching the lowest price we have tracked. We also have 1TB iPhone 16 Pro at $400 less than 17 Pro today, a solid $50 price drop on the titanium Apple Watch Series 11 as well as the return of Prime Day pricing on the 4-pack of Apple AirTags…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 9:15pm -
  • Apple doesn’t offer trade-in option for M5 Vision Pro upgrades
    Are you a Vision Pro early adopter looking to upgrade to the new M5 model? While trade-in is a common option for other Apple products, the company unfortunately doesn’t offer trade-in when buying its new Vision Pro. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 8:46pm -
  • Threads launches group DMs and expands messaging features to the EU
    Following the rollout of one-on-one direct messages on Threads last July, Meta is now adding support for group DMs and expanding the messaging feature (including groups) to users in the EU. Here’s how it works. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 8:30pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro app coming to iPad
    When Apple releases iPadOS 26.1 soon, iPad users will have access to the Apple Vision Pro app for the first time. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 8:27pm -
  • M5 MacBook Pro not sold with power adapter in some countries
    In recent years, Apple has stopped including power adapters with products for environmental reasons. iPads and MacBooks still include power adapters in the US, but not with certain models in the EU and UK. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 7:46pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro: PlayStation VR2 Sense controller in November, Logitech Muse and standalone Dual Knit Band available to order
    Apple Vision Pro is officially being upgraded from the M2 to the new M5, but existing customers don’t need an all-new Vision Pro to enhance the experience. Apple has shared release details for two previously announced accessories. Apple’s new Dual Knit Band that comes with the M5 Apple Vision Pro is also available to purchase separately. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 7:23pm -
  • PSA: M5 iPad Pro models come with different RAM and CPU core counts
    Today Apple launched its new M5 iPad Pro, which is available for pre-order now and ships next Wednesday, October 22. And just like last year’s M4 model, certain models have varying hardware specs you’ll want to be aware of. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 7:14pm -
  • Apple releases a black color version of the Magic Keyboard for iPad Air
    Amid the new M5 chip goodness, Apple quietly refreshed its Magic Keyboard accessory for iPad Air with a new look. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 7:05pm -
  • Apple unveils M5 chip, the next generation of Apple silicon
    Today Apple unveiled its M5 chip alongside a trio of new M5-equipped products: the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 6:42pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newPokémon Legends: Z-A Rotom Phone review: better camera, higher jumps
    Though the Pokémon games' Rotom Phones haven't really changed all that much design-wise over the past few years, each generation has introduced new functionalities that made upgrading a no-brainer. Sword / Shield's Rotom Phone - the very first one - came with a bare-bones camera that made it easy to snap wide-angle (screen)shots out in […]
    - 4 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 12:22am -
  • newEx-lidar CEO makes a bid to reclaim his company
    Earlier this year, Luminar founder and CEO Austin Russell abruptly resigned from his position after it was revealed he was the target of an ethics inquiry. Now, the 30-year-old billionaire is trying to wrest back control of his old company, which made him a fortune by designing lidar sensors of self-driving cars. According to an […]
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 11:42pm -
  • newAmazon’s Ring now works with video surveillance company Flock
    Amazon’s smart doorbell company Ring is now working with the AI-powered surveillance camera company Flock. According to a letter sent to the company by Sen. Ron Wyden, Flock had allowed data access to the Secret Service and the Navy — as well as ICE, as previously reported by 404 Media. The partnership is through Ring’s […]
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 11:22pm -
  • newKelly Reichardt’s anti-heist movie
    Kelly Reichardt has been called one of America's greatest filmmakers, and also one of its quietest. But her latest, The Mastermind, centered on an art heist that goes off the rails, is probably her loudest movie yet and definitely her biggest budget to date. Reichardt even set out to make something different from her previous […]
    - 6 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 10:00pm -
  • newSteelSeries makes some of the best wireless gaming earbuds, and they’re 36 percent off
    When I have to decide which wireless gaming earbuds that I want to use, it’s a tough choice between the SteelSeries Arctis Buds and the Sony InZone Buds. Both have a comfortable fit, active noise cancellation, great sound quality, and their USB-C transmitters work with every non-Xbox platform in my apartment. But it’s easy to […]
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:11pm -
  • newAtari’s resurrecting the Intellivision, one of its biggest competitors in the ‘80s
    Atari has announced yet another retro console revival, but this time it’s launching hardware from an old competitor. Atari and Plaion, a company that develops, publishes, and distributes games, have collaborated on the new Intellivision Sprint that blends ‘80s console aesthetics with modern gaming conveniences. It’s a new take on Mattel’s Intellivision, which initially went […]
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:59pm -
  • newThis weirdo Xbox game about a walking lighthouse is a Keeper
    It's a testament to the developers at Double Fine that it doesn't take long before controlling a sentient lighthouse with spidery legs starts to feel almost normal. Keeper, the latest from the studio behind Psychonauts and Grim Fandango, is obviously a strange game. You play as a building that can walk and solve puzzles and […]
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:30pm -
  • newOpenAI suspends MLK deepfakes on Sora after ‘disrespectful’ videos
    OpenAI said on Thursday night that it has “paused” deepfakes of Martin Luther King Jr. on its social app Sora after users created “disrespectful” AI-generated videos of the late civil rights leader. It said representatives or estates of other historical figures will now be able to opt out of their likeness being used on the […]
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:58pm -
  • newThese AI glasses promised to make me smarter, and all I got was Clippy for my face
    This is Optimizer, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday from Verge senior reviewer Victoria Song that dissects and discusses the latest phones, smartwatches, apps, and other gizmos that swear they're going to change your life. Optimizer arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 10AM ET. Opt in for Optimizer here. We'll be off for the next […]
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:30pm -
  • newApple TV will be the only place to watch F1 in the US, starting next year
    Apple and Formula 1 announced a five-year partnership today that will bring the races exclusively to Apple TV in the US, starting in 2026, when it will replace the series’ current deal with ESPN. Apple: Apple TV will deliver comprehensive coverage of Formula 1, with all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grands Prix available to […]
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:17pm -

Apple Insider

  • newM5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Apple Vision Pro, on the AppleInsider Podcast
    Apple has released three new devices with the M5 processor, but very few other changes. The new MacBook Pro, Apple Vision Pro, and iPad Pro are all better than their predecessors — and they are at the same price — but the question is whether or not they are worth upgrading to.Apple launches the new M5 MacBook Pro and moreBack in September, Apple launched its iPhone 17 range and one of your hosts bought nothing while the other came pretty close to buying everything. Now it's the turn of the M…
    - 1 hour ago 18 Oct 25, 2:47am -
  • newThe time has come - the first questionable report about iPhone production changes has arrived
    Right on schedule, the annual report that Apple is cutting iPhone orders is in. This time, it's supposedly the fault of the iPhone Air's weak demand, although with no actual evidence.iPhone AirAs the delayed release of the iPhone Air in China is said to have sold out in moments, another report claims that the device is a relative failure. It's not the first claim that demand is less than Apple predicted, but it is the first to specify how Apple is responding.According to Mizuho Securities of Jap…
    - 6 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:54pm -
  • newNew Apple Vision Pro with M5 doubles refresh rate of Mac Virtual Display
    Apple's PR about the M5 Apple Vision Pro was vague about Mac Virtual Display improvements, but we've since confirmed with Apple that the refresh rate for the feature has been doubled from the previous locked 60Hz max to 120Hz.Mac Virtual Display through Apple Vision Pro has been improvedWhen the M5 edition of the Apple Vision Pro was announced, Apple claimed that its displays now supported 120Hz refresh rates. That's an improvement on the original model, which supported variable refresh rates of…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:03pm -
  • newI took an iPhone Air on vacation to test its two biggest compromises -- and came home surprised
    The iPhone Air is compromised in two main ways: its battery life, and the fact it only has one camera. I wanted to see just how compromised that made it for me, so I took it on a 10-night family vacation to find out.The iPhone Air in blue. I promise.To add some context, I normally carry an iPhone 15 Pro Max that I've had for a couple of years now. I'm also the main memory-catcher for the family, so I take a ton of photos while we're on vacation. That meant the pressure would really be on the iPh…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:56pm -
  • newPrice war: Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini drops to $1,299
    A weekend sale on Apple's current M4 Mac mini line delivers prices as low as $499, with the standard M4 Pro spec discounted to $1,299.Save on every current Mac mini model this weekend.The M4 Pro Mac mini with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is a popular configuration due to its blend of affordability with the performance of the 12-core CPU and 16-core GPU. Normally $1,399, the retail configuration is on sale for $1,299 at Amazon and B&H Photo (B&H has a $10 in-cart coupon that applies to the $1…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:47pm -
  • newEarly M5 MacBook Pro benchmarks show a big boost over the M4
    What appears to be the first benchmark score for the new M5 MacBook Pro has appeared online, and it's fast.The M5 14-inch MacBook Pro - Image Credit: AppleThe new scores come courtesy of a benchmark result uploaded to the Geekbench database. With a single-core score of 4,263 and a multi-core score of 17,862, it certainly doesn't disappoint.For comparison, the M4 chip found in the previous-generation MacBook Pro scores around 14,700 in multi-core tests. That figure falls to around 3,770 in the si…
    - 8 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:13pm -
  • newDon't put anything between your MacBook screen, including webcam covers
    If you're worried about privacy, a webcam cover could make sense. But it could also break your MacBook's screen, and built-in macOS and hardware features mean that you don't need one anyway.Your MacBook's display is thin, and easily damagedYou've probably seen webcam covers in the wild, even if you've never used one yourself. They're little accessories that clip over the front of a laptop's screen, hiding the camera above the display in the process.The theory is simple. Nobody can remotely acces…
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:38pm -
  • newApple TV seizes F1 pole position with five-year US streaming rights deal
    Apple TV is now the official US broadcaster of Formula 1, in a deal that sees all races covered exclusively on the streamer — plus related events on Apple Music, Apple Fitness, and more.Formula 1 on Apple TVFollowing the success of its "F1: the Movie" blockbuster, Apple TV has negotiated exclusive rights to coverage of the real-life race contest beginning with the 2026 season."We're thrilled to expand our relationship with Formula 1 and offer Apple TV subscribers in the US front-row access to…
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:18pm -
  • newUnsurprisingly, hinge issues rumored to delay iPhone Fold to 2027
    Stop us if you've heard this before — a new report claims that Apple's long-rumored iPhone Fold has been delayed yet again.A render of what the iPhone Fold could look like - Image Credit: AppleInsiderA recent rumor claimed that the hinge on the iPhone Fold might prove to be cheaper than expected. Now a new report suggests that perhaps Apple should have spent more on it, as this component is said to be delaying the device from its expected 2026 launch.According to Mizuho Securities of Japan —…
    - 10 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 6:20pm -
  • newInside macOS 26 Phone app - Big Continuity upgrade with a sleek design
    After years of hiding behind FaceTime, phone calls on the Mac are getting their own spotlight. Here's all you need to know about the Phone app in macOS Tahoe.macOS Tahoe introduces the Phone appApple finally gave the Mac a dedicated Phone app with macOS 26, also called macOS Tahoe. For the first time, phone calls feel like a proper feature on the desktop instead of a hidden trick buried inside FaceTime.The app looks like its iPhone counterpart, and more importantly, it works like one too. The id…
    - 11 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:58pm -
  • newDelayed iPhone Air sells out within minutes in China
    Chinese media says that the iPhone Air sold out almost immediately after preorders began in the country, perhaps making the model more popular there than in the US.Apple's new iPhone AirThe iPhone Air launched in the States in September 2025, but Apple had to postpone releasing it in China following regulatory problems. It's believed that the issue concerned how the iPhone Air is eSIM-only, while most Chinese phones still require a physical SIM.Apple announced that the issues were resolved and t…
    - 12 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:46pm -
  • newCherry KW 550 MX LP mechanical keyboard review: Sweet spot of pricing and performance
    The Cherry KW 550 MX LP is a low-profile keyboard that is just okay for Mac owners, but sits in the pricing sweet spot for those buying their first mechanical keyboard.Cherry KW 550 MX LPCherry is a German-headquartered company with deep roots in the United States, going back to the early 1950s. It was a prolific manufacturer of microswitches for vintage arcade machines, which eventually evolved to become one of the first companies to produce computer keyboards.As a company, Cherry carries the d…
    - 20 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 8:26am -
  • newApple's research explains how AI can identify bugs in code and generate QE tests
    New papers on Apple's machine learning blog detail how AI can be used for faster, cheaper, and more effective QE testing, as well as for bug fixing and identification.Apple's new studies explain how AI can be used to streamline QE workflows.In October 2025, Apple published three new studies related to artificial intelligence and the possible applications of LLMs. The company's research work goes back many years, but some of its latest papers have concentrated on the flaws of AI, and how to preve…
    - 23 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:48am -
  • Apple SVP Eddy Cue wants to reinvent sports streaming, says it is broken for fans
    Eddy Cue has been on a media tour talking about Apple TV, sports rights, and F1, suggesting that Apple wants to differentiate itself by doing sports differently from everyone else.Apple wants to do more than make a movie about F1. Image source: AppleOn October 14, Apple's SVP of services, Eddy Cue, detailed some of Apple's media strategy on a podcast, and he's been touring since. His repeated comment is that the way sports are being handled by broadcasters today is broken, and Apple wants to do…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 3:58am -
  • M5 Apple Vision Pro vs. M2 Apple Vision Pro: Improved spatial computing
    The Apple Vision Pro was just updated with Apple's state-of-the-art M5 chip. Here's how it compares to the M2 Apple Vision Pro.M5 Apple Vision Pro vs. M2 Apple Vision Pro: Not much has changed beyond the M5 chip.The original version of the Apple Vision Pro, announced during WWDC 2023, marked Apple's entry into the virtual reality headset market. Since then, the product line has received no hardware upgrades — until now.On Wednesday, Apple debuted the M5 system-on-chip. As expected, the M5 has…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 2:11am -
  • M6 MacBook Pro rumored to feature OLED touchscreen with hole punch camera
    Another report claims that Apple could be gearing up to release a touchscreen MacBook Pro, but also suggests it might be getting ready to kick the notch to the curb.Another rumor suggests touchscreen MacBook Pro may release in 2026Apple has very publicly been against touchscreen computers. It all started in 2010 when Steve Jobs publicly declared that there would never be a touchscreen Mac.He argued that the ergonomics were terrible. The sentiment was later echoed by Craig Federighi, Apple's seni…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 1:35am -
  • Apple leads global brands again while other companies chase shiny AI dreams
    Apple tops Interbrand's 2025 list as rivals chase AI hype, proving that lasting trust and design still matter more than algorithmic buzz.Apple tops Interbrand's 2025 list for the twelfth timeInterbrand's Best Global Brands 2025 report ranks Apple first for the twelfth straight year, with a brand value of $470.9 billion, down 4% from 2024. Microsoft follows at $388.5 billion, Amazon at $319.9 billion, and Google close behind at $317.1 billion.The total value of the top 100 brands rose 4.4% to $3.…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 10:35pm -
  • New Apple TV and Peacock streaming bundles could save you over 30%
    Apple and NBCUniversal have announced a new partnership that will see up to 30% savings to customers that bundle the Apple TV and Peacock streaming services together.Get Apple TV and Peacock at a discount with new deals.Apple announced the new via a press release, saying that subscribers will be able to enjoy popular Apple TV shows like "Ted Lasso" and "Severance" alongside Peacock's NBA games and more.Customers in the United States will save over 30% by paying for Apple TV and Peacock Premium u…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 10:12pm -
  • Deals: Amazon slashes $250 off M4 Pro MacBook Pro, now $1,749
    MacBook Pro deals are increasing heading into the weekend, with Amazon issuing a $250 price drop on the M4 Pro 14-inch model. Plus, grab prices as low as $1,399 on closeout models.Save $250 on Apple's M4 Pro MacBook Pro this week.Amazon's $1,749.99 M4 Pro MacBook Pro deal has returned, reflecting a $250 discount off MSRP on the 12-core CPU model with a 16-core GPU, 24GB of unified memory, and 512GB of storage. You can pick up the steep discount in your choice of Space Black or Silver.Buy M4 Pro…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 9:06pm -
  • All Affinity apps are now free for the iPad - for now
    Ahead of a mysterious announcement on October 30 iPad versions of Affinity's suite of apps — Affinity Photo, Affinity Publisher, and Affinity Designer — have been made entirely free. We think you need to move quickly to get this, though.Affinity's suite of apps has been made free for the iPadAfter Serif, the publisher of the Affinity apps, was acquired by Canva in 2024, it launched an extended free trial of all of its apps, across iPad and Mac. But this new offer, exclusive to the iPad editi…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 6:50pm -
  • Brazen criminals tracked unsuspecting couple home with AirTag
    A pair of armed criminals used Apple's AirTag to track a couple for miles before they tried to abduct them. This doesn't have to happen to you — here's what you can to to keep yourself safe.AirTags can help you find your car keys, or criminals track your car.Despite AirTags finding missing children, missing luggage, and many times stolen cars, they have also been used before by criminals tracking victims. Now according to the New York Post, two armed burglars in Florida tracked a couple's SUV…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 6:36pm -
  • Apple Watch Series 11 review: If it ain't broke...
    The Apple Watch Series 11 is the best wearable that Apple has released to date. But the pace of progress is definitely slowing.The Apple Watch Series 11 looks and feels familiar, because it is. Apple hasn't changed a winning formula, just tweaked it, and that makes this the best Apple Watch yet.Apple Watch Series 11Apple seems to have hit something of a wall with the Apple Watch after years of performance and design improvements.Whereas the Apple Watch Ultra and Apple Watch SE aren't updated eve…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 5:08pm -
  • Apple AI team loses another executive to Meta
    Head of the Apple Intelligence Answers, Knowledge, and Information team, Ke Yang, will leave for Meta in yet another departure for the team.Apple AI executive leaves for MetaAround a dozen members of Apple's AI team have departed for Meta or other companies in recent months. There still aren't any confirmed reports of how these departures affect Apple or its AI efforts.According to a report from Bloomberg, the next departure is Ke Yang, who headed the Answers, Knowledge, and Information team. Co…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 5:10am -
  • Meta is killing off standalone Mac and Windows Messenger apps
    If you're using Messenger on macOS, you'll want to switch to something else — and probably sooner, rather than later.Meta ends Messenger desktop apps for Mac and WindowsAccording to a pair of Facebook Help Center page, Facebook is axing its Desktop apps. This includes both the Messenger app for Mac, as well as the Messenger app for Windows.Meta hasn't said exactly when deprecation will start, but says that users will get an in-app notification once the process begins. From then, they'll have 6…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:31am -
  • Steve Jobs featured on American Innovation $1 gold coin for 2026
    Steve Jobs will represent California as one of the $1 coins minted for the 2026 American Innovation collection, and it will have an inscription of "Make Something Wonderful."Steve Jobs on a $1 coin. Image source: US MintApple's influence on Silicon Valley and tech is far-reaching, and its story represents that of the classic American dream. So, Steve Jobs continues to be celebrated as one of the biggest innovators of our time, and his legacy is about to be celebrated again via the US Mint.The Un…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:29am -
  • Looking back at John Sculley's rise as Apple's CEO, and fall on October 15, 1993
    After Steve Jobs, and Tim Cook, the best known head of Apple was John Sculley. AppleInsider looks at Sculley's tenure with the company, and how history has treated the man since.Back: Apple's Knowledge Navigator. Fore: John Sculley in a detail from his book. Image credits: Apple, SculleyNext time you're asked to become CEO of a major company, make sure you negotiate your exit fee before you sign the contract. For until you sign, until you start the job, the company wants you and might give you p…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 2:18am -
  • iPad Pro M5 vs M4 iPad Pro: Where Apple's best tablet got updated
    Apple updated the iPad Pro on October 15, increasing the processing power of its 11-inch and 13-inch tablets. Here's how the new M5 models have changed versus the M4 models.M5 iPad Pro vs M4 iPad ProThe M5 iPad Pro update has arrived, upgrading Apple's tablet line with a brand new Apple Silicon chip. The periodic update arrives one year after Apple's last refresh of the premium tablet lineup.However, while the M4 models brought with it OLED as well as a chip change, the M5 is a more muted upgrad…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 1:25am -
  • 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro is here without Pro and Max versions
    The first M5 Mac has arrived, with the updated MacBook Pro gaining the new chip as part of the first wave of updates to the Apple Silicon chip.The M5 14-inch MacBook Pro - Image Credit: AppleUsually among the first models to launch for a new Apple Silicon chip generation, the new 14-inch MacBook Pro is the new standard edition model in the MacBook Pro range.While Apple made an unusual move in introducing the M4 MacBook Pro range with M4 Pro and M4 Max variants available from launch, the M5 shift…
    - 2 days ago 16 Oct 25, 12:15am -
  • Apple TechWoven case review: Better than FineWoven, but not by much
    Apple's "premium" TechWoven case for iPhone 17 Pro isn't enormously better than FineWoven, and still not a good replacement for leather.TechWoven iPhone 17 Pro case review: Apple has a new premium case style for iPhone 17 ProWith the iPhone 17 lineup, Apple introduced its largest case collection yet. Alongside the usual silicone and clear options, there are now bumper and super-slim cases for the iPhone Air and new TechWoven cases for the Pro models.Apple is still in search of a higher-end phone…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 11:01pm -
  • You can't trade-in Apple Vision Pro for a new one -- on October 15, at least
    If you're an original Apple Vision Pro owner and want to upgrade, it's going to cost you the full price on October 15, 2025. But based on previous history, that may change.The first Apple Vision ProThe new M5 Apple Vision Pro starts at the same $3,499 as the original model, meaning that an upgrade to it is a costly affair. Ordinarily, Apple offers a trade-in deal where you get a discount for shipping back your old device, but not this time.However, there is precedent for Apple changing its polic…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 10:02pm -
  • EU gets what it asked for, there is no charger in the MacBook Pro box
    Don't blame Apple this time — if you're in the European Union or the UK, your new M5 14-inch MacBook Pro or iPad Pro may cost you $70 extra because Apple isn't allowed to bundle a charger.If you live in the UK, you'd better already have one or be ready to pay moreIt's chiefly because of the European Union's law that Apple was forced to move from Lightning to USB-C charging on the iPhone. But those laws covered more than just smartphones, and the EU has also been pressing for companies to stop…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 9:25pm -
  • M5 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook Pro: Incremental but welcome upgrade
    On October 15, Apple gave the 14-inch MacBook Pro an upgrade to the new Apple Silicon M5 chip. Here's how the updated model compares against what it replaces.M5 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook ProApple's last update to the MacBook Pro line took place on October 30, 2024. Its introduction kept the form of the MacBook Pro the same, but made a few quality-of-life changes for its users.One year later, and Apple's doing it again. This time, the chief change is the switch from the M4 chip used in the 2024 m…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 9:14pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro Dual Knit Band and more accessories hit Apple Store
    Alongside the launch of the M5 Apple Vision Pro, Apple separately announced the availability of the Dual Knit Band, plus the already-announced Logitech Muse digital stylus and PlayStation VR2 controllers.The new Dual Knit Band headstrap for Apple Vision Pro is now available separately — image credit: AppleThe Apple Vision Pro has been updated to the faster M5 processor, and now comes as standard with a new head strap called the Dual Knit Band. The strap is claimed to be more comfortable to wea…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 8:19pm -
  • Apple adds a black Magic Keyboard option for the iPad Air
    Apple's "new" iPad Pro Magic Keyboard may look familiar, but the real surprise is hiding in the iPad Air lineup.iPad Air Magic Keyboard now comes in blackOn Wednesday, Apple announced the rollout of its new M5 iPad Pro. It boasts Wi-Fi 7 and the C1X modem in cellular models.To celebrate, Apple has decided to expand its Magic Keyboard for iPad lineup — but maybe not in the way you'd expect. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 8:11pm -
  • M5 chip thinks faster, renders quicker, & claims to be a whole lot smarter
    The new M5 chip packs faster graphics, a sharper Neural Engine, and Apple is clearly confident that it will take Apple Silicon deeper into the AI era. Here's how.M5 chipThe company introduced the M5 system-on-a-chip on October 15 as the newest member of its Apple Silicon family. It's built on a third-generation 3-nanometer process designed to boost speed and efficiency.The chip powers the 14inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Apple Vision Pro. Users can expect major performance gains, especially for…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 7:56pm -
  • Apple Vision Pro gets spec bump to M5 for enhanced spatial computing
    The lightweight Apple Vision headset isn't quite here yet, but in the meantime, Apple Vision Pro has been updated with M5 to enable more powerful software and gaming on the platform.The new M5-powered Apple Vision Pro — image credit: AppleWhen Apple first showed off Apple Vision Pro in June 2023, it was heralded as an interesting, if heavy, mixed reality experience. It debuted in February 2024 with the M2 processor, and the hardware was left alone in the time since, until now.Alongside the lau…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 7:44pm -
  • New iPad Pro arrives with M5 speed, Wi-Fi 7, and Apple's C1X modem
    The M5 iPad Pro is here, with the new models sporting the M5, Wi-Fi 7 courtesy of Apple's N1 chip, and the C1X modem in cellular models, all starting at $999 for the 11-inch model.Apple's 2025 iPad Pro with M5 lineupThe launch of M5 hardware has arrived, and the iPad Pro is among the first Apple devices to get the new chip.The 2025 refresh of the 11-inch iPad Pro and 13-inch iPad Pro is not quite the usual spec-bump update that many would expect. In many cases, it's the same design as usual, but…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 6:48pm -
  • Tim Cook vows to boost China investment, despite Trump pressures
    Chinese officials say that Tim Cook has committed to increasing both investment and cooperation with the country.Apple CEO Tim Cook - Image credit: AppleTim Cook is in China promoting the delayed launch of the iPhone Air there. On October 15, 2025, he also met with the Li Lecheng, the country's industry minister who is also in charge of information technology issues.The official ministry has released a summary of remarks from the Beijing meeting, that Reuters has cited. Cook reportedly told the…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 5:33pm -
  • iPhone 18 Pro cameras may take better shots with variable apertures
    The cameras in the iPhone 18 Pro may be the first to gain a variable aperture camera, which could lead to even better image quality.Cameras on the iPhone 17 Pro Max and the iPhone AirThe rear cameras used in the iPhone use a fixed aperture size, but the 2026 releases may change that. A rumor claims that the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will switch to using a camera system that has a variable aperture.The latest claim stems from "industry sources" of ETNews on Wednesday. Apple has reportedly finaliz…
    - 2 days ago 15 Oct 25, 5:21pm -
  • EcoFlow Delta 3 Max Plus Review: Portable power that is helpful during storm season
    The EcoFlow Delta 3 Max Plus is a great portable power station for casual use and emergencies, with an excellent cost for what it delivers to the end-user.EcoFlow Delta 3 Max PlusUnpredictable weather, accidents, maintenance, and random acts of chaos can lead to extended periods of time without reliable home electricity. It happens every day.The expansion of the portable power station market in recent years has found consumers in a buyer's market, as manufacturers push to create smaller, more po…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 6:33am -
  • Rumored Apple Home Hub tablet to be made in Vietnam, cost $350
    A new report suggests the long-rumored Apple Home-focused tablet is expected to launch in March 2026 with two configurations, will cost $350, and be made in Vietnam.Home Hub could blend HomePod and Apple displaysApple is finally ready to launch the "Home Hub" tablet device and smart cameras that have been rumored since 2021.According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple will build its Home Hub tablets in Vietnam in a continued effort to reduce its reliance on China. The report also mentions the sma…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 6:30am -
  • SVP Eddy Cue talks Apple TV, hints at subscriber numbers, & dropping the +
    Apple's services chief Eddy Cue made a rare podcast appearance on "The Town" to talk about Apple's TV subscription rebrand and reveals a few tidbits along the way.Apple's 'more vibrant' Apple TV iconThere have been a lot of questions about Apple TV+ (now Apple TV) and how it's performing in the market. Some consider the name change confusing, but Cue doubles down, suggesting it's what people call it already.Eddy Cue appeared on an episode of the podcast The Town, first shared by 9to5Mac, and ans…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 5:01am -
  • Apple Car Key could soon make its way to more GM vehicles
    The Apple Wallet app may soon offer digital Car Key support for select GM vehicles, according to newly discovered code.Select GM vehicle brands could soon offer Apple Car Key support.Since 2020, the Car Key feature has let iPhone and Apple Watch owners unlock and start their cars using their mobile devices. In a new code discovery, select cars from automaker General Motors will soon support Apple's Car Key system as well.Apple's Car Key is already supported by more than 30 vehicle manufacturers.…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 3:34am -
  • What to expect from the M5 MacBook Pro
    An Apple executive has confirmed the M5 MacBook Pro is imminent, and probably arriving Wednesday, October 15. Here's what and what not to expect from the launch.MacBook ProThe tech industry has been waiting for Apple to roll out its October launches, with an update to the MacBook Pro expected alongside an iPad Pro and Apple Vision Pro refresh.Unusually for Apple, while it hasn't used the second Tuesday in October to actually launch new hardware, an executive has effectively confirmed something i…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 1:38am -
  • Beyond MacBook Pro and iPad Pro, Apple retail is running out of two other key items
    It's not just MacBook Pro and iPad Pro stocks that are running low at retail — Apple TV and HomePod mini hardware is in short supply too.Low stock on HomePod mini, Apple TV hints at imminent upgradesApple's product lineup is seemingly gearing up for a refresh. Low stock across major devices suggests an October announcement is close.According to Mark Gurman, Apple is running low on several of its usual standbys. As he reported a week ago, this includes the M4 MacBook Pro, and iPad Pro. Continue…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 1:20am -
  • New powerful M5 MacBook Pro teased by Greg Joswiak
    A new MacBook Pro is "coming soon," according to a social media post by Greg "Joz" Joswiak on Tuesday.The M5 MacBook Pro tease - Image Credit: 'Joz'/XThe tech world is waiting for Apple to introduce a second wave of product releases, but the October launches have failed to arrive so far. However, an X post from an Apple executive gives hope that something will arrive soon.The post by Greg Joswiak, also known as "Joz" on X is very simple, but communicates a lot. The text of the post reads "Mmmmm.…
    - 3 days ago 15 Oct 25, 12:50am -
  • New iMac price drops shave up to $200 off M4 models at Amazon
    Amazon's Apple deals continue to roll in for October, with today's markdowns delivering up to $200 off 24-inch M4 iMacs.Save up to $200 on iMacs today with fresh price drops.Amazon's discounted iMac prices start at just $1,149, but you can save up to $200 off upgraded models as well.Save up to $200 on Amazon Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 3 days ago 14 Oct 25, 11:47pm -
  • How to watch 'It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown' for free in 2025
    It's officially autumn, which means Charlie Brown and his gang are headed back to Apple TV+ in "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown," and you can still watch it for free. Here's when, and how.Image Credit: Apple"It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" follows the Peanuts crew on their Halloween adventures, from trick-or-treating to waiting for the legendary Great Pumpkin. The movie will be available to stream for free on Apple TV+ on Saturday, October 18, and Sunday, October 29.It's not the onl…
    - 15 days ago 2 Oct 25, 8:05pm -
  • How to change the background in Messages for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
    Bring more life and personalization to your group chats, by adding backgrounds to your conversations in Messages in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. Here's how to change yours for the better.You can now change the backgrounds of conversations in Messages for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26Messages is an essential app for iPhone users, with it used to communicate with your closest relations. However, people may be getting a bit bored of seeing the usual grey and blue (and sometimes green) speech bubbles floating up a…
    - 8 Jul 25, 9:09am -
  • How to use an iPad as a screen for the Nintendo Switch 2
    The Nintendo Switch 2 is a massive hit, but its relatively small screen size is still limiting. Here's how to use an iPad as an external display for better gaming.The welcome screen of the new Switch 2 on our iPad ProNintendo has reportedly sold more than five million units of its new portable gaming device. The new handheld sports a new 7.9-inch display, along with updated controllers, a better design, and a much faster processor.What's always been great about the Switch, is that unlike other c…
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MacWorld

  • newApple TV FAQ: Everything you need to know
    MacworldOn November 1, 2019 Apple joined the ranks of Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ with its own exclusive streaming service. Apple TV features a wide assortment of shows and many more in the pipeline funded by Apple’s mountainous cash pile.Below, you’ll find a compendium of everything we know about Apple’s streaming platform.Updated October 17, 2025: Apple has officially changed the name of Apple TV+ to just Apple TV.How do I access Apple TV?You can…
    - 2 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 2:24am -
  • newComing to Apple TV: All the upcoming shows, series, movies, trailers, and more
    MacworldApple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works.Some of these projects have been officially announced and acknowledged by Apple, while others have been reported by the Hollywood press.We’ve divided this list in two: Coming Soon is a list of shows and films for which Apple has given an official release date or release window, and Further Out compiles content that is still in production or…
    - 3 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 1:34am -
  • newApple TV this week: ‘Loot’ season 3 and ‘Mr. Scorsese’ are now streaming
    MacworldApple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies.This guide lists all the Apple TV content you can watch today, divided into episodic shows or series and movies. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s $12.99-a-month service. If you want to know what’s on the way, check out our list of up…
    - 4 hours ago 18 Oct 25, 12:00am -
  • newYou should activate this security setting on your iPhone immediately
    MacworldIt happens to all of us: you’re out and about and your iPhone is running low on power. You can’t wait to get home–you need to charge it as soon as possible. Or maybe you’re getting ready to board a plane and want to top off your iPhone’s battery. At many locations (stores, airports, amusement parks, etc.), you’ll find public charging stations where you can plug in (often for free) and get some juice for your iPhone’s battery.Using public charging stations, howeve…
    - 5 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 11:00pm -
  • newBest MacBook Pro deals and discounts right now
    MacworldWant to buy a MacBook Pro for less than Apple’s price? We can help you find the best deals on a MacBook Pro using our Best Prices Comparison. Our deal finder looks at all the stores that sell Apple Macs and finds the best prices right now.Whether it’s the brand new M5 MacBook Pro, or an older M4 Pro or M4 Mac MacBook Pro model that you want to find on sale, we share the best prices you can get the MacBook Pro for. If you would also consider a MacBook Air then take a l…
    - 6 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:47pm -
  • newOur favorite Anker charging station is under $100 for the first time ever
    MacworldEvery desk needs a proper charging station, and today’s deal will save you a bundle on one of our favorites. Amazon is selling the 6-port Anker Prime 250W charging station for just $100, a massive 41 percent off and the best price we’ve ever seen. We’re particularly happy about this one hitting such a low price because it’s one of our favorite models out there. When we reviewed the Anker Prime Charger, we gave it a near-perfect 4.5-star rating and our Editor’s Choice…
    - 7 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 9:24pm -
  • newBest iPad Deals: Don’t pay full price for a new iPad
    MacworldWhether you are looking or a new iPad, or your first iPad, considering one for a gift, or looking for one for work, you will no doubt be hoping to find a bargain.We see cut-price deals on iPads all year round, although at certain times of the year deals are better than at others. If you want to pay less for an iPad we can help you find the best deals on every iPad right now, including the iPad mini, iPad Air, iPad Pro and the standard ‘iPad’. We know where to look and we k…
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:46pm -
  • newApple TV inks 5-year deal to air all F1 races
    MacworldHot on the heels of its spectacularly successful “F1 The Movie” run, Apple is shoring up its commitment to the sport with a 5-year partnership with Formula 1 to bring all F1 races exclusively to Apple TV in the United States beginning next year.According to Apple, the deal brings “comprehensive coverage of Formula 1, with all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grands Prix available to Apple TV subscribers,” while “select races and all practice sessions” wil…
    - 9 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 7:28pm -
  • newSorry, Mac users, it looks like Face ID is still ‘years away’
    MacworldApple this week unveiled the M5 MacBook Pro, but fans looking for a major change will need to wait until next year, when the rumored M6 arrives with a touchscreen OLED display and a notchless display. However, there could be an even bigger change on the horizon.According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is “exploring another Mac change” in addition to bringing multitouch to the display. He reports that Apple is working on “a shift from the Touch ID fingerprint scanner…
    - 10 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 6:39pm -
  • newUPerfect Delta Mega 23.8-inch Dual Display review: Generous screen-space in space-saving design
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsQuality dual HD screensLarge but foldableFlexible adjustmentsConsScant instructionsOur Verdict For a folded out dual-screen monitor setup as large as it is, the high-quality HD Delta Mega is surprisingly discreet when folded up and tucked away.Price When ReviewedThis value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefinedBest Pricing TodayPrice When Reviewed$649.99Best Prices Today: Uperfec…
    - 10 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 6:20pm -
  • newElevate your iPhone 17 selfie game with these 6 new features
    MacworldSince the debut of the TrueDepth camera system with the iPhone X, the front-facing camera has mostly seen incremental upgrades. Features like Night mode, Photographic Styles, sharper image quality, and 4K video have trickled in over the years, but the overall selfie experience has remained largely unchanged. Instead, Apple has focused most of its innovation on the rear-facing Pro camera system, pushing the boundaries of mobile photography and videography. With the latest iPho…
    - 12 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 4:00pm -
  • newThe best USB-C charger for your MacBook Pro or Air
    MacworldUp until the release of its M5 MacBooks Apple shipped a USB-C power adapter with all its MacBooks, Air and Pro. Due to 2026 E.U. legislation (where tech companies have to offer devices to consumers without a charger) Apple now ships its latest laptops without a charger in the E.U and U.K. Fear not, there are far-better non-Apple power adapters available and we’ve tested the best of them for you. Even U.S.-based MacBook owners who do get the power adapter shipped with their new l…
    - 13 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 3:10pm -
  • newM5 MacBook Air: Everything you need to know
    MacworldM5 MacBook Air: In summaryM5 MacBook Air is expected to be released in spring 2026.Processor refresh with the new M5 chip anticipated.No other design or spec changes expected.U.K. and European shoppers will probably have to buy their own Power Adapter.Now that the M5 MacBook Pro is here it is only a matter of time before the M5 MacBook Air arrives. A gap of a few months between the launch of the M5 MacBook Pro and M5 MacBook Air is likely, so we anticipate…
    - 13 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 2:58pm -
  • newFender Studio review: Easy-peasy play-along and recording for the guitar player in your life
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingProsIntuitive and easy to useDoubles as both a 16-track recorder and guitar amp simFree and cross-platform (PCs, phones, and tablets)Play along songs to practice withImmediate record optionConsNo loop recording or punch in/outNo MIDI or virtual instrumentsOur Verdict Fender’s cross-platform Studio is hyper-focused on easy recording and the guitarist via an integrated amp simulator. It’s a handy, albeit limited app…
    - 14 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 2:30pm -
  • newHey, your computer’s vulnerable — fix it for $15 with Windows 11
    MacworldTL;DR: Windows 10 support has ended, leaving PCs vulnerable, but Windows 11 Pro is available for just $14.97 (MSRP 199).Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10, which means your computer is now missing critical security updates and patches, leaving it vulnerable to new threats. The good news? You don’t need to buy a new PC to stay protected.Right now, you can grab a Windows 11 Pro lifetime license for just $14.97.Windows 11 Pro highlightsDirectX…
    - 15 hours ago 17 Oct 25, 1:30pm -
  • Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro is reportedly coming next year without a notch
    MacworldWhile the M5 MacBook Pro release on Wednesday is fresh in everyone’s mind, this is technology we’re talking about, and it’s always moving forward. Hence, Thursday’s report provides details about the M6 MacBook Pro that’s expected to be released in late 2026 or early 2027.But besides that timeframe and the pricing (more on that in a bit), Thursday’s report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman doesn’t really say anything new about what to expect in the M6 MacBook Pro. Gurm…
    - 1 day ago 17 Oct 25, 1:59am -
  • Apple TV teams up with Peacock to offer both streaming services for $14.99 a month
    MacworldOn Thursday, Apple and NBCUniversal announced the Apple TV and Peacock Bundle, where customers can sign up for access to both Apple TV and the Peacock Premium video streaming services for a monthly fee of $14.99, a 30 percent savings. An option to subscribe to Apple TV and Peacock Premium Plus is also available for $19.99 per month. The bundle will be available on October 20. For Apple One subscribers on the Family or Premier plans, customers can sign up for Peacock Premium Pl…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 10:30pm -
  • Get an extra 8TB of storage for your Mac for just $400 with this rare Samsung T5 Evo sale
    MacworldIf you’ve got a Mac or MacBook, there’s a good chance you don’t have enough storage, since Apple charges a lot to upgrade. If you’re running out of storage, this deal has you covered no matter how much space you need: Samsung’s blazing-fast T5 EVO portable SSD has dropped to a rarely-seen $400 for the 8TB model, marking the lowest price we’ve tracked for this version. For comparison, the same drive is $600 direct through Samsung, and Apple charges $2,400 for the same u…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 9:41pm -
  • Report: Apple’s upcoming smart home tablet won’t be as expensive as feared
    MacworldRumors about Apple’s new device for the home, dubbed HomePad, have been circulating for years, but it looks like 2026 will finally be the year it arrives. Now, a crucial detail has been reported by Bloomberg that indicates that the product will soon hit the market: Apple is aiming for a price tag of $350 in the U.S.Apple will offer two versions of the hardware: one with the code name J490 in the form of a HomePod mini with a touch screen, and one with the code name J491 in t…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 9:15pm -
  • Best VPN for Mac 2025: Trustworthy Mac VPNs tested by experts
    MacworldIf, like many web users, you are concerned about your privacy and security online and want to ensure that the connection between your Mac and the internet is protected you need a VPN.While Apple provides various measures in macOS that make Macs more secure, using a VPN can protect your privacy and security online, which could give you some extra reassurance. A VPN essentially makes you invisible on the web–your data is encrypted, your IP address is hidden, and you can even m…
    - 1 day ago 16 Oct 25, 8:25pm -