The Unofficial Apple Blog

• newMacBook Neo Supports One External Display at 4K60
  Apple’s newly introduced MacBook Neo brings an affordable entry point to the Mac lineup. However, its external display capabilities reveal where the device fits within Apple’s product strategy. The laptop supports only one external monitor with up to 4K resolution at 60Hz, making it suitable for basic desktop setups rather than complex multi-screen workstations. This […]
  - 3 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 12:39am -
• newApple Launches $599 MacBook Neo as New Entry-Level Laptop
  Apple has officially launched the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop priced at $599. The device marks Apple’s return to the lower-cost notebook market after years of focusing mainly on premium MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models. With this release, Apple aims to attract more budget-conscious users and compete with low-cost laptops such as Chromebooks. […]
  - 9 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 6:33pm -
• macOS Tahoe 26.4 Developer Beta 3 Arrives a Day Late
  Apple has finally released the third developer beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4, arriving a day after the company launched beta updates for its other operating systems. The update completes Apple’s latest round of developer testing builds and keeps macOS in step with the rest of the platform updates. On Monday, Apple rolled out developer betas […]
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 7:48pm -
• Apple Launches MacBook Pro With M5 Pro and M5 Max Chips
  Apple has unveiled updated MacBook Pro models powered by the new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. The refresh focuses mainly on performance improvements rather than a major design change. Apple continues its regular MacBook upgrade cycle while expanding the power of its in-house processors. The new chips first appeared in limited devices in 2025. […]
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 5:27pm -
• Apple TV+ Cancels “Palm Royale” After Two Seasons
  Apple TV+ has cancelled its 1960s-set comedy drama “Palm Royale” after two seasons. The series starred Kristen Wiig and explored the glamorous yet competitive world of high society in Palm Beach. Although the show gained attention for its style and storytelling, it will not return for a third season. The streaming platform has not officially […]
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 3:56pm -
• macOS Tahoe 26.4 Missing from Latest Developer Betas
  Apple has released the third round of developer beta updates for several of its operating systems. However, one key update is noticeably missing. The latest testing builds include iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4, but macOS Tahoe 26.4 did not appear alongside them. This unexpected absence has caught the attention […]
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 5:59pm -
• iPhone 17e Supports iPhone 16e Cases, With One Catch
  Apple’s newly announced iPhone 17e brings internal upgrades, but its exterior design remains nearly identical to its predecessor. As a result, many users are asking a practical question: Will an iPhone 16e case fit the new iPhone 17e? Same Size, Same Design At first glance, the iPhone 17e looks almost the same as the iPhone […]
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 4:08pm -
• Apple Launches M4 iPad Air With Major Speed Boost
  Apple has kicked off its product launch week with a refreshed iPad Air powered by the new M4 chip. While the design remains the same, the updated processor brings a noticeable performance jump to Apple’s mid-range tablet. Faster Performance With M4 Chip The biggest change comes under the hood. Apple replaces the previous M3 chip […]
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 3:21pm -
• iPhone 17e Launches With A19 Chip and MagSafe Upgrade
  Apple has unveiled the iPhone 17e, refreshing its entry-level lineup with faster performance and long-awaited MagSafe support. The new model replaces last year’s iPhone 16e and keeps the same familiar design while upgrading key internal components. The iPhone 17e features a 6.1-inch OLED display and retains the notch for Face ID instead of switching to […]
  - 3 days ago 3 Mar 26, 10:25pm -
• Apple’s Massive Foldable iPad May Never Launch
  Apple is reportedly working on a large foldable iPad, but the device may not reach customers anytime soon. In fact, new reports suggest it could arrive near the end of the decade—or never launch at all. The device, often called an “iPad Fold,” has surfaced in multiple leaks over the past few years. However, fresh […]
  - 3 days ago 3 Mar 26, 9:08pm -

Apple Insider

• newApple thinks it can lure in the 'Apple curious' for $599
  Apple has made it pretty clear that it wants to siphon off Android and Windows users, and it's doing it by adopting an aggressive, "budget-friendlier" model across nearly its entire ecosystem.Apple is using $599 devices to grow its ecosystemWhen I first entered the Apple ecosystem, it was when I bought an iPhone 4 in 2011 — I got it right after the 4s made its debut. I don't remember exactly what I paid, but I know it was less than the initial $199 price tag.And back then, I thought that was a…
  - 2 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 1:19am -
• newAirPods Pro 3 long-term review: Apple's latest earbuds are great with one asterisk
  It's been roughly half a year since Apple released the AirPods Pro 3 to the world, and I'm revisiting them to see how they've held up after months of near-daily use.AirPods Pro 3 long-term review: Holding the newest AirPods ProIn my original review of Apple's latest earbuds, I largely praised them for improving audio quality, ANC, as well as adding new features. Now that the initial excitement has subsided, let's examine the changes that have stood out.I went from the AirPods Pro 2 to the AirPod…
  - 4 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:50pm -
• newMacBook Neo proves Apple can build a $599 laptop without cheapening the Mac
  Apple's industrial design chief says the MacBook Neo was created to bring the Mac into a much lower price tier without sacrificing the materials and design language associated with Apple laptops.MacBook NeoApple vice president of industrial design Molly Anderson said in a rare March 6 solo interview that the MacBook Neo retains its MacBook identity despite its $599 starting price. Apple introduced the MacBook Neo on March 4 as its most affordable Mac laptop.The MacBook Neo uses the A18 Pro proce…
  - 4 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:05pm -
• newSave up to $100 on Apple's new M4 iPad Air at Amazon
  Apple's brand-new M4 iPad Air is already discounted, with Amazon launching preorder deals on both 11-inch and 13-inch models for the weekend.Save up to $100 on iPad Air M4 preorders.Despite being announced mere days ago, Amazon is already issuing preorder deals on the 2026 iPad Air with M4. Save up to $100 on preorders ahead of the official March 11 release.Save up to $100 on M4 iPad Air Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 5 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 10:49pm -
• newM5 13-inch MacBook Air vs M5 14-inch MacBook Pro -- compared
  Apple's M5 MacBook Air and 14-inch MacBook Pro share the same core chip, but there are big differences in the display, cooling, and more. Here's how the specs compare.MacBook Air M5Both notebooks use the standard M5 chip with a 10-core CPU, integrated graphics, and Apple's unified memory architecture. The MacBook Air uses a fanless chassis with passive cooling, while the MacBook Pro uses active cooling to sustain higher performance during longer workloads.For everyday tasks like web browsing, do…
  - 5 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 9:51pm -
• newNew iPads mean new accessories & ESR has productivity-boosting options
  The iPad Air has been upgraded with the M4, so pair it or Apple's other tablets with accessories that enhance your workflows. ESR's magnetic keyboard cases are a great place to start.ESR has accessories ready for your new iPad. Image source: ESRESR's iPad accessory line combines form and function to ensure your devices look great while keeping you productive. Choose one of the cases with a removable magnetic keyboard, a strong screen protector, and a digital stylus with Find My support, all from…
  - 7 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 8:12pm -
• newMacBook Neo, Studio Display XDR, iPhone 17e and more, on the AppleInsider Podcast
  Apple released a slew of new devices this week, including the stellar MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e, plus the very good Studio Display XDR, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.MacBook Neo was the most exciting of Apple's launchesIt wasn't a full week of launches, but Apple certainly packed a lot into its three days of announcements. Practically all of it was predicted, but still there are stand-out releases like the MacBook Neo.That seems to be polarizing people, as some regard Apple's compromises as g…
  - 8 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 7:30pm -
• newM5 Max MacBook Pro benchmarks beat M3 Ultra Mac Studio
  The M5 Max is Apple's latest high-end chipset built for the MacBook Pro, and early benchmark results show it easily competes with the M3 Ultra.M5 Max MacBook Pro benchmarks show a powerful processorProduct reviewers are likely running benchmarks on the recently announced MacBook Pros, which means they've begun showing up in Geekbench. The iPad Air with M4 has already had its benchmarks revealed, and the latest ones discovered in the public database are for the M5 Max MacBook Pro.A post by Reddit…
  - 8 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 7:01pm -
• newSydney Opera House to be lit up by art created on iPad
  Apple and the Sydney Opera House are collaborating on a series of creativity projects for young people, including the chance to have iPad-created art projected on the famous building.How the new artwork will look when projected onto the Sydney Opera House — image credit: AppleJust as it did for Christmas with its UK headquarters, Apple is inviting people to submit artwork on the iPad to the Sydney Opera house. It's part of a 12-month collaboration which will see Apple supporting arts programmi…
  - 9 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 6:44pm -
• newMacBook Neo starts seeing shipping delays
  Most of the 512GB configurations of the MacBook Neo are now back-ordered between one and two weeks, although both silver models remain available for March 11, 2026.The Citrus MacBook Neo is now on backorderThe only conclusion you can truly draw from shipping delays is that if you want a device whose date has slipped back, you're going to have to wait. That is what's now happening with the new MacBook Neo.Since Apple will never reveal how many devices it has made in which configurations, it can't…
  - 9 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 6:00pm -

• newInside Control Center on macOS Tahoe
  Apps you don't want can clog up your Mac menubar, while ones you do can't be added. Here's how and why to use Control Center to make that menubar work for you, the way you want.If only Apple would let you have two rows of menubar app icons you don't recognzeEspecially if you have a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air with a small display — and a notch — you will have hit problems with menubar apps and controls. Quite apart from some apparently hiding behind that notch, there are others you want but t…
  - 10 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 5:46pm -
• newForget 512GB RAM -- Apple has dropped the Mac Studio's $4,000 upgrade
  Without warning, Apple has stopped selling the Mac Studio with its previous maximum configuration of 512GB RAM, perhaps because of worldwide shortages.The current Mac StudioOne day ago, you could have spent $14,099 on a maxed-out Mac Studio. That included $4,000 on a 512GB RAM option, but that is now gone.At the same time, Apple has raised prices on what RAM upgrades it still offers. The configurations depend on which processor you select, but for one example, it now costs an extra $400 than it…
  - 10 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 5:41pm -
• newApple's long-awaited HomeHub rumored to launch in fall 2026
  The mystical, shareable tablet device that will act as the central control unit of your Apple Home could finally arrive in late 2026 if a leaker with a limited history is right.Apple HomeHub could launch in the fallIf you've been following AppleInsider long enough, you might have heard of Apple EVT/DVT collector Kosutami. They're a great social media follow for pictures of products that have never seen the light of day, but occasionally, they share a possible leak.On Thursday, Kosutami shared th…
  - 19 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 8:50am -
• newMacBook Neo benchmark results are predictably close to iPhone 16 Pro, M1 comparable
  Apple announced the MacBook Neo with the A18 Pro iPhone processor, and early benchmarks reveal expected results are in line with AppleInsider's previous analysis, making it an easy spec swap for the M1 MacBook Air.MacBook Neo has an A18 Pro processor and that should be plenty for most usersThe MacBook Neo is a new and somewhat controversial product in Apple's lineup. It cuts out a lot of premium features associated with modern Macs to achieve the low price.One of the cost-saving features is the…
  - 20 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 7:17am -
• MacBook Neo vs M5 MacBook Air: Budget notebooks compared
  The MacBook Neo is Apple's new lowest-cost MacBook, taking the role from the MacBook Air. Here's where the differences are looking at the spec sheets of the the two least-expensive MacBook lines.MacBook Neo [left], M5 MacBook Air [right]Early March has seen Apple launch two new value-focused MacBook options for consumers on a budget. Built to reduce the entry cost as much as possible, it's an unusual model that uses Apple Silicon still, but a chip designed for the iPhone and iPad.This is a big s…
  - 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 12:17am -
• By any other name: A18 Pro is just as good a Mac chip as M4 for most
  People are losing their minds over Apple's decision to put an iPhone chip in the MacBook Neo. All it shows is that they really don't understand the engineering of Apple Silicon.Apple's A18 Pro is more than an iPhone chipAfter years of rumors, the budget MacBook was revived on March 4, 2026. The MacBook Neo is its name, and people are already losing their minds over one key cost-cutting decision.The MacBook Neo has the A18 Pro at its heart, the same chip that powered the iPhone 16 Pro. It's somet…
  - 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 12:14am -
• Tim Cook isn't on the MacBook Neo talk-show circuit, but John Ternus is
  Apple's new $599 MacBook Neo is aimed at bringing the Mac to more buyers — but Apple CEO Tim Cook isn't the one out talking about it yet.MacBook NeoTernus discussed Apple's strategy in an interview published March 5, one day after Apple announced the MacBook Neo on March 4. The new laptop starts at $599, or $499 for education buyers, making it the lowest-priced Mac notebook Apple has ever sold."We saw an opportunity here to really just reach a lot more people than we ever have before," Ternus…
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 11:23pm -
• Grading Apple's release week - MacBook Pro, Air, Neo, and more!
  Apple's week of launches has seen it update its iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and displays, but only some updates are stand-outs while the rest are trivial.Apple's physical multi-color logo, in New York City on March 4, 2026It's true that Apple has announced a week of launches. There currently still two days left to go.Based on past experience, and the fact that on Wednesday, Apple hosted creators including our own Andrew O'Hara, Apple has probably now wrapped that up. Continue Reading on AppleInsid…
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 10:22pm -
• Lowest price ever: M4 MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD plunges to $1,099
  Amazon is making room for M5 MacBook Air inventory by clearing out M4 models, with the 13-inch laptop with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage now $300 off.Save $300 on select MacBook Air laptops - Image credit: AppleWith a $100 price increase on the M5 MacBook Air that was announced this week, Amazon's blowout M4 deal is especially enticing at $300 off. Pick up the 13-inch M4 model with 24GB of unified memory and 512GB of storage for just $1,099 in the Sky Blue finish. This configuration comes wit…
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 10:05pm -
• These boring $599 Windows laptops are the MacBook Neo's competition
  Apple's new MacBook Neo is its cheapest laptop yet at just $599, and it's a much more interesting proposition than these plasticky Windows laptops.Apple's MacBook Neo is a colorful bundle of joyRumors of Apple's entry into the affordable laptop market were accurate, they just took years to come true. March 4, 2026, saw Apple launch a laptop at the impossibly low price of just $599. Or $100 less, if you're buying as a student or teacher.Apple is more accustomed to the other end of the market. The…
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 9:57pm -
• 'Twisted Yoga' docuseries coming to Apple TV uncovers the disturbing side of a yoga empire
  Apple TV is expanding into true crime with "Twisted Yoga", a docuseries exposing a sex trafficking ring hidden inside tantric yoga schools.'Twisted Yoga' premieres on March 13, 2026When you think of Apple TV, you probably don't immediately think of true crime. While the streaming giant has shown a deep love for sci-fi and psychological thrillers, it has typically allowed Netflix and Hulu to corner the true crime market.That may not be the case anymore. Apple TV is gearing up to release a new thr…
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 9:53pm -
• iPhone 17e vs iPhone 16e: Apple's low-end, compared
  The iPhone 17e is here, and it brings a performance boost and MagSafe to Apple's value-focused smartphone. Here's how it compares to its predecessor, the iPhone 16e.iPhone 17e [left], iPhone 16e [right]The iPhone 16e was introduced in February 2025 as a replacement for the iPhone SE line, becoming the budget option of the iPhone roster. There was a suspicion that Apple could turn the once-periodic iPhone SE updates into a yearly affair under the e-line, and Apple has done just that.One year late…
  - 1 day ago 5 Mar 26, 8:30pm -
• Budget speed: How fast will the low-cost MacBook Neo really be?
  Apple's budget-focused MacBook Neo borrows the A18 Pro chip from an iPhone 16 Pro. Here's how the chip compares against other Apple Silicon Macs, and why it's actually a pretty smart thing for Apple to do.MacBook Neo has an A18 Pro chip borrowed from the iPhone 16 Pro MaxApple's launch of the new MacBook Neo is a fresh salvo into the value computer market, normally dominated by Windows notebooks and Chromebooks. The value end of the market meant Apple had to cut production costs.One of those cut…
  - 2 days ago 5 Mar 26, 7:31am -
• Feds call Anthropic supply-chain risk, tech companies aren't happy about it
  A group that includes Apple, Google, and others has sent a letter to the US Department of Defense concerning Anthropic's supply-chain risk designation, clearly concerned about how that might affect future tech contracts.The tech industry could be affected by arbitrary use of supply-chain risk designationsAnthropic took a moral stand against the United States government's request for unrestricted access to AI tools. The Trump administration retaliated by ordering all government entities to stop u…
  - 2 days ago 5 Mar 26, 7:09am -
• BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 review: ideal desk lighting for nearly any situation
  BenQ is back with the ScreenBar Halo 2 to light up your workspace with not just one but two highly customizable light sources.BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 I got my first BenQ ScreenBar all the way back in February of 2020. While I thought it was somewhat novel, I told myself, "Surely this isn't going to be something I use regularly."I didn't like the utilitarian aesthetic, and I'd spent years illuminated only by my monitor. Was there ever going to be a real reason that I'd need to have a light attached…
  - 2 days ago 5 Mar 26, 6:40am -
• MacBook Neo name chosen to reflect its 'fun, friendly, and fresh' look
  An interview reveals Apple's approach with MacBook Neo was a complete rethink of a budget-friendly laptop, not simply rehashing old tech at a lower price.The MacBook Neo is a new budget-friendly productThe MacBook Neo is a brand new category in the lineup that has a new-to-Apple moniker to go with it. It's not just a new laptop, but a new market for the premium product seller.According to an interview with Director of Mac Product Marketing, Colleen Novielli conducted by Techradar, the MacBook Ne…
  - 2 days ago 5 Mar 26, 6:03am -
• AI content in Apple Music can now be labeled, if distributors so choose
  AI-generated content in the Apple Music app can now be more easily spotted, but only if record labels and distributors actually label it as such.Apple Music now has optional AI-disclosure tags for distributors and record labels.Apple continues to enhance the iPhone's built-in Music application, with Apple Intelligence features such as Playlist Playground set to make their way to end users as part of the iOS 26.4 update.Now, the company has implemented an additional AI-related safeguard, referred…
  - 2 days ago 5 Mar 26, 4:47am -
• Apple updates iOS, macOS Tahoe to 26.3.1 to support new Studio Displays
  Right after concluding its week of product launches, Apple has rolled out iOS 26.3.1, iPadOS 26.3.1, visionOS 26.3.1, and macOS 26.3.1 updates, adding support for its updated Studio Display and the new Studio Display XDR.Apple's two new Studio Displays — image credit: AppleApple periodically releases smaller updates for its operating systems, fixing bugs and adding support for new products. Wednesday's updates firmly fall into the latter category.The updates, rolling out to iPhone, iPad, Apple…
  - 2 days ago 5 Mar 26, 12:58am -
• How and why MacBook Neo will excel for most everyday tasks
  The new MacBook Neo won't come close to competing with the MacBook Air or especially MacBook Pro for video editing and gaming, but it will for the browsing, writing, and music that most users need.MacBook Neo will suit the majority of usersApple has made its MacBook Neo $500 cheaper than the lowest-cost M5 MacBook Air, and it's done so in part by switching to an iPhone processor. Using the A18 Pro from the iPhone 16 Pro, this is not going to match the M5 in Apple's more expensive laptops.Yet whe…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 11:23pm -
• M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro vs M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro compared
  Apple's new top-tier portable is the 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Max. Here's what has changed from its predecessor, the M4 Max edition.M5 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro [left], M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro [right]Apple has finally continued to roll out its Mac updates as part of the M5 generation. Following the initial salvo in October, which saw the base 14-inch MacBook Pro go from M4 to M5, Apple has moved on to the other models.This time around, it's the turn of the M5 Pro and the M5 Max, the high-per…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 11:15pm -
• How to use more than one external monitor on MacBook Neo
  The MacBook Neo supports only one external display, and doesn't have Thunderbolt, but you can still get more ports and more monitors from a dock. Here are some of our favorites.DisplayLink docks for MacBook NeoUsers can add more displays using DisplayLink docks. These docks have a macOS driver that sends compressed video over USB-C instead of relying on the laptop's native display pipeline.Apple introduced MacBook Neo as its most affordable Mac laptop, powered by the A18 Pro chip and equipped wi…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 11:06pm -
• The MacBook Neo is (probably) not for you, but that doesn't make it a failure
  With the MacBook Neo, Apple has created a brand new MacBook not aimed at its usual fanbase, and is instead gunning for iPhone owners who haven't yet made the leap to Mac.The MacBook Neo name has some implicationsOn Wednesday, Apple announced the MacBook Neo, a budget-friendly, entry-level macOS machine. It's cute, has lower-end Mac specs, and, perhaps most importantly, it's priced to move.But I'd like to make it very, very clear to 75% of people reading this piece, and probably 90% of the AppleI…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 10:18pm -
• MacBook Neo has compromises, but not all of them will matter to you
  Until now, the MacBook Air was the lowest-cost MacBook, and the new MacBook Neo is only cheaper because it drops certain features. Here's what you have to give up, large and small, and whether it's worth it.The new MacBook Neo is fractionally smaller than the MacBook AirPerhaps the overriding issue over the MacBook Neo is whether it is powerful enough for what you need to do, and for most people, it will be. Yet to get a lower cost, there are key things that the MacBook Neo has to lack compared…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 9:54pm -
• MacBook Neo external display support is remarkably similar to iPhone & M1
  Apple's new MacBook Neo can connect to an external monitor, but its native display support shows exactly where Apple positions the machine in its Mac lineup.The MacBook NeoThe new notebook can handle one external display with up to 4K resolution at 60Hz while also using its built-in 13-inch Liquid Retina display. It connects through a USB-C port with DisplayPort, which is perfect for a single 4K monitor.However, it doesn't support multi-display setups like some higher-end Macs do. Continue Readi…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 8:43pm -
• MacBook Neo is Apple's new $599 entry-level notebook
  Following years of rumors, Apple has finally rolled out the new entry-level MacBook Neo. It's $599.MacBook NeoThe MacBook Pro and MacBook Air are premium notebooks on the market, with Apple avoiding the more budget-focused end for quite a few years. However, with its latest introduction, it is going to compete with Chromebooks and other low-cost notebook options, but on its own terms.The new MacBook Neo is an effort to tempt value-oriented consumers to sign up to Apple's ecosystem. To do this, A…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 8:24pm -
• Preorders begin for MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPhone 17e and more
  Apple is currently hosting an international Apple Experience for the launch of the MacBook Neo, but preorders have started for the hardware and accessories already announced this week.Apple has taken its store down ahead of pre-orders — image credit: AppleApple has spent the week launching new displays, plus the iPhone 17e, iPads, and both the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air. But all of those went on the store without fanfare, while now Apple has taken the whole store down.Buy 2026 Apple hardware…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 7:46pm -
• Apple's launch week also includes new Hermes Apple Watch bands
  In the name of fashion, if you want to spend as much on your Apple Watch band as the device itself, Apple has now added three more Hermes bands to its store.New Hermes Apple Watch bands now available — image credit: AppleAfter introducing new Hermes Scub'H bands at $549 apiece, and adding to the $449 Hermes En Mer collection, Apple has launched three further Hermes bands at $349 each. The three new bands are:42mm or 46mm Neo Tricot Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 6:35pm -
• What may be a FBI or CIA iPhone hacking toolset is spreading via black market
  If your iPhone is running an outdated version of iOS, you may have 23 vulnerabilities that can be exploited by highly sophisticated toolkit being sold to bad actors.Update to iOS 26 to avoid a sophisticated hacking toolkitIt is well known that law enforcement agencies and government entities rely on hardware like GrayKey to attempt a bypass of iPhone security. It seems that the United States Government may have created a monstrous exploit tool that is now being sold and spread to bad actors.A Wi…
  - 2 days ago 4 Mar 26, 6:05pm -
• CPU benchmarks for M4 iPad Air show comparable scores to M4 iPad Pro
  The iPad Air with M4 isn't going to have identical performance to the iPad Pro, and Geekbench scores have confirmed how that shows up in the spec sheet.iPad Air is updated with M4Once Apple finally announces a product to the public, it tends to start making its way out to testers. Then, the tester performs an inevitable Geekbench benchmark, and the results are public.The iPad 16,11 in Geekbench is undoubtedly one for the iPad Air with M4. It was first discovered by MacRumors and the results aren…
  - 3 days ago 4 Mar 26, 6:48am -
• Apple outlines game dev strategy with three GDC sessions
  Apple set to show at GDC 2026 with a coordinated push across hardware, flagship game ports, and App Store strategy.Apple to host three sessions at GDC 2026 | Image credits: GDC Festival of Games, AppleGDC Festival of Gaming, formerly Game Developers Conference (GDC), is set to take place on March 9 through the 13 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California. Pretty much anyone who is someone in game development will be there — and that includes Apple.In fact, Apple will be leading three…
  - 3 days ago 4 Mar 26, 1:54am -
• Studio Display XDR doesn't work on Intel Macs at all, big limitations on early Apple Silicon
  The new Studio Display XDR has its limitations, as it won't work at 120Hz with some Macs, and it won't run on Intel Macs at all. Here's what the limits are.Beware of using Apple's new monitors on older Macs - Image Credit: AppleApple's Tuesday launch of the updated Studio Display and the new Studio Display XDR give consumers and creative professionals some new screens to consider when buying their next upgrade. However, owners of older Mac models may want check out if their hardware supports the…
  - 3 days ago 4 Mar 26, 1:01am -
• Shareholder lobs lawsuit at Apple execs, claims they engaged in anticompetitive behavior
  Apple's leadership is now being accused of knowingly steering the company through years of antitrust risk to maintain App Store dominance.Apple executives sued in shareholder derivative suitIn late February, one of Apple's shareholders filed a derivative lawsuit against the Cupertino-based tech giant's top executives. The suit says directors and top executives — including Tim Cook — had breached their fiduciary duties to Apple.According to Bloomberg Law, it alleges that the parties in quest…
  - 3 days ago 4 Mar 26, 12:29am -
• One day late, macOS Tahoe 26.4 finally gets its third developer beta
  Following behind the rest of the developer beta releases, macOS Tahoe 26.4 has caught up with the distribution of its third build for testing.macOS Tahoe 26 - Image Credit: AppleOn Monday, Apple started its third round of developer betas for its operating systems, including iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4,watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4. While macOS Tahoe 26.4 wasn't supplied at the time, Apple did bring it out on Tuesday instead.The third macOS Tahoe 26.4 developer beta follows the second from…
  - 3 days ago 4 Mar 26, 12:07am -
• BenQ has a new monitor that gives the Studio Display a run for its money
  BenQ just launched a 27-inch 5K monitor aimed directly at Mac creators who want crisp macOS scaling and P3 color accuracy without paying Apple's price for the new Studio Display.Apple's new Studio DisplayThe $999.99 BenQ MA270S display is about $600 cheaper than Apple's option. It still offers the same 5120x2880 resolution, wide P3 color support, and single-cable Thunderbolt connectivity that Mac users look for in a premium 5K desktop setup.Apple's Studio Display tops the list for its 5K panel,…
  - 3 days ago 4 Mar 26, 12:04am -
• What you get from a maxed-out MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or Mac mini
  Forget the "starts from" prices, here's what you could spend on Macs from the Mac mini to the new MacBook Pro — and what you get for your money.A Mac mini on an MacBook Air's screen, and both on a MacBook Pro's displayWith the launch of the new MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, Apple isn't just presenter user with a choice of models. It's also, as ever, providing a range of options for each device.If you're not to overspend, you need to know what you can be getting — and enough information to dec…
  - 3 days ago 3 Mar 26, 11:47pm -
• M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro vs M5 14-inch MacBook Pro: Compared
  Apple's new M5 Pro and M5 Max Apple Silicon chips means there's more choice in the 14-inch MacBook Pro range. Here's how the specs of the three models compare.M5 Pro MacBook Pro [left], M5 MacBook Pro [right]When Apple updated its Apple Silicon lineup to include a few models with the M5 chip in October, the 14-inch MacBook was one of the lucky few. For those who wanted more cores, the M4 Pro and M4 Max were still around as higher-performance options.Months later, and Apple has done the inevitabl…
  - 3 days ago 3 Mar 26, 11:22pm -
• TP-Link Deco BE14000 review: more capable whole-home tri-band mesh Wi-Fi 7
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