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MacRumors Daily

  • newGet $99 Off iPad Mini 7 on Amazon, Starting at $399.99
    Amazon today has brought back a few $99 discounts on the iPad mini 7, starting at $399.99 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. This is only the second time in 2026 that we've seen prices this low on the iPad mini 7 on Amazon.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Additionally, you can get the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.99 and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad m…
    - 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 7:45pm -
  • newApple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today
    Apple's original Vision Pro spatial computing headset launched two years ago today.Apple's work on a head-mounted device was the subject of rumors for many years before the Vision Pro's announcement. By the early 2020s, those reports had converged around the idea that Apple was preparing a high-end mixed-reality headset positioned as a new form of general-purpose computer.Apple finally revealed the Apple Vision Pro in June 2023 during its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC),…
    - 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:20pm -
  • newApple's Smart Glasses Plans Already Triggering Industry Changes
    Apple's rumored plan to enter the smart glasses market by late 2026 is already reshaping the global AR optics supply chain, according to DigiTimes.According to the paywalled report, demand for smart glasses from the likes of Meta is rising steadily, but the industry now expects Apple's equivalent product to act as the primary catalyst for large-scale commercialization. Multiple suppliers across Taiwan's optical sector have apparently increased capital expenditure to expand capacity and shi…
    - 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 5:33pm -
  • newApple May Break a 10-Year Chip Strategy
    TSMC has been the exclusive supplier of Apple's systems-on-a-chip since 2016, but that 10-year streak could be nearing its end.According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is exploring whether some of its lower-end processors could be manufactured by a company other than TSMC."Now that TSMC is doing more business with Nvidia and other AI companies, people with knowledge of the chip supply chain said Apple was exploring whether some lower-end processors could be made by someone other tha…
    - 12 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 9:23am -
  • newApple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year
    Last year, Apple launched CarPlay Ultra, the long-awaited next-generation version of its CarPlay software system for vehicles. Nearly nine months later, CarPlay Ultra is still limited to Aston Martin's latest luxury vehicles, but that should change fairly soon.In May 2025, Apple said many other vehicle brands planned to offer CarPlay Ultra, including Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. At the time, it said CarPlay Ultra would begin expanding to more vehicles around the world "in the next 12 months.…
    - 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 11:38pm -
  • newApple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Feature Unrivaled Battery Life
    Apple's first foldable could feature the biggest ever iPhone battery and eclipse rival devices, according to a known leaker.In a new post, the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital" says that the foldable's battery could be over 5,500 mAh in size, which would make it the largest capacity of any current or previous ‌iPhone‌. The iPhone 17 Pro Max has the biggest ‌iPhone‌ battery to date at 5,088 mAh.Competing foldables already on the market feature a noticeably smaller batter…
    - 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:57pm -
  • newApple is Exploring an 'iPhone Flip'
    Apple is "exploring" the idea of a foldable iPhone with a "square, clamshell-style" design, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman.A so-called "iPhone Flip" — unlikely to be the real name — would compete with devices such as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the modern-day Motorola Razr.The clamshell iPhone would be released at some point after Apple's first foldable iPhone, which is expected to launch in September this year.The first foldable iPhone is expected to open up like a…
    - 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:51pm -
  • Apple Watch Series 11 Hits $299 Low Price on Amazon, Get $100 Off Nearly Every Aluminum Model
    Amazon this weekend has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatch. This is only the second time so far in 2026 that we've tracked $100 markdowns on the Series 11, and nearly every aluminum model is on sale right now.Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Serie…
    - 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 8:18pm -
  • New MacBook Pros Reportedly Launching Alongside macOS 26.3
    Apple is planning to launch new MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips alongside macOS 26.3, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman."Apple's faster MacBook Pros are planned for the macOS 26.3 release cycle," wrote Gurman, in his Power On newsletter today."I'm told the new models — code-named J714 and J716 — are slated for the macOS 26.3 software cycle, which runs from February through March," he explained.macOS 26.3 remains in beta testing, but the update should be comin…
    - 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 7:12pm -
  • Apple Changes How You Order a Mac
    Apple recently updated its online store with a new ordering process for Macs, including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro.There used to be a handful of standard configurations available for each Mac, but now you must configure a Mac entirely from scratch on a feature-by-feature basis. In other words, ordering a new Mac now works much like ordering an iPad.This change was spotted by Macworld and the French blog Consomac, among others.On the MacB…
    - 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 12:21am -
  • Get Up to $149 Off M5 iPad Pro on Amazon This Weekend

    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 8:42pm -
  • Apple Check Signed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak Sells for 4,800× Its Original Value
    RR Auction has announced that an Apple check signed by the company's co-founders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak fetched a whopping $2.4 million at auction this week. The check was for $500, meaning that it sold for 4,800× its original value.According to RR Auction, the $500 check was issued to printed circuit board designer Howard Cantin, shortly after Jobs and Wozniak opened Apple's first bank account. Cantin was responsible for translating Wozniak's Apple-1 schematic into a manufacturable…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 7:42pm -
  • Top Stories: Apple Creator Studio, AirTag 2, and More
    It was a busy week with Apple's first real launches of 2026, led by the release of the Creator Studio app bundle and the second-generation AirTag.We also got some rumors about Apple's plans for Mac updates in 2026, timing on the more personalized Siri finally arriving, and a significant acquisition by Apple, so read on below for all the details!Top StoriesApple's 'Creator Studio' App Bundle Now Available for $12.99 Per MonthApple this week launched the new Creator Studio bundle tha…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 7:30pm -
  • Apple Still Preparing Two New Versions of Siri as Some Employees Leave
    In a new report about Apple losing at least four more AI researchers in recent weeks, in addition to a high-ranking Siri executive, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated that the company is preparing to release two new versions of Siri.First, Apple announced that it plans to release a more personalized version of Siri powered by Google Gemini this year. It is expected to be part of iOS 26.4, which should enter beta testing in February and be released to the general public in March or April.…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:46am -
  • New Siri: Apple Almost Chose a Different Partner Before Google Gemini
    In a recent interview with the tech podcast TBPN, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman revealed that Apple was initially "going to rebuild Siri around Claude," the large language model and chatbot developed by the company Anthropic. In the end, though, Apple announced that it had decided to use Google's Gemini platform instead.According to Gurman, Apple went with Google due at least in part to money."Anthropic was holding them over a barrel," said Gurman, in a podcast clip shared by TBPN. "They wan…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:20am -
  • What to Expect From Apple in February, Including Revamped Siri in Beta
    Following a January that saw Apple release a new AirTag and the Creator Studio bundle of creative apps, it is now time to shift our attention to February.Below, we have outlined some key items to expect from Apple in February. Of course, these are only the things that are known, so stay tuned for even more.iOS 26.3iOS 26.3 remains in beta testing, but the update should be released soon. We expect the iOS 26.3 Release Candidate to be seeded as early as next week, and the update shou…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:34pm -
  • Retail Accessories Apple Won't Sell You Now Available via New Site
    A newly surfaced resale operation is seemingly offering Apple Store–exclusive display accessories to the public for the first time, potentially giving consumers access to Apple-designed hardware that the company has historically kept confined to its retail environments.Apple designs a range of premium MagSafe charging stands, display trays, and hardware systems exclusively for displays in its global retail stores. They have never been made available through Apple's online store or physic…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 10:16pm -
  • The MacRumors Show: Apple Launches AirTag 2 and Creator Studio
    On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Apple's newly launched AirTag 2 and Apple Creator Studio.Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videosEarlier this week, Apple announced the second-generation ‌AirTag‌, marking the first major update to its item tracker since the product's introduction in 2021, with improvements focused on tracking range, audio output, and device support rather than changes to its physical design.The new ‌AirTag‌ uses a…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:54pm -
  • Apple Shares 2026 Chinese New Year Short Film Shot on iPhone 17 Pro
    Apple today shared a short film to usher in the Chinese New Year, aka Lunar New Year, which begins February 17 and will be celebrated through March 3."A girl, a talking dog, and a meticulously thought out scheme make up this heartwarming tale about finding family," says Apple. "Apple joins forces with director Bai Xue for an imaginative blend of cinematography and stop-motion to usher in Chinese New Year." The video was shot on the iPhone 17 Pro, and there is also behind-the-scenes foo…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:53pm -
  • You Can Now Follow Apple Creator Studio on Instagram
    Apple Creator Studio now has an official Instagram account, as spotted by Scott Buscemi.Apple Creator Studio is a new subscription bundle that provides access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on the Mac and/or iPad, with U.S. pricing set at $12.99 per month or $129 per year.A subscription also unlocks "intelligent features" and "premium content" in apps like Numbers, Pages, and Keynote, plus the Freeform app later this year.If you are i…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:45pm -

The Unofficial Apple Blog

  • newApple’s US Manufacturing Push Builds on Long-Term Investment
    Apple recently emphasized its large investment in US manufacturing, but much of this effort reflects a strategy that has developed over decades. During a recent earnings call, CEO Tim Cook pointed to a four-year commitment totaling $600 billion toward American industries. The funding supports advanced manufacturing, chip engineering, and artificial intelligence projects. While the announcement […]
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:29pm -
  • newApple Faces Rising Memory Costs as RAM Prices Surge in 2026
    Apple has warned investors that rising memory costs could soon pressure its profits, even though the company avoided major impact in its most recent quarter. During its latest earnings call, CEO Tim Cook said RAM and flash prices barely affected first-quarter margins. However, he expects the pressure to grow through mid-2026. Cook explained that higher […]
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:17pm -
  • newApple Hits 2.5 Billion Active Devices After Record Revenue Quarter
    Apple has reached a historic milestone, reporting more than 2.5 billion active devices worldwide after a record-breaking financial quarter. The company announced the figure during its first-quarter earnings call in January 2026. Revenue climbed to $143.8 billion, beating analyst expectations and setting a new company record. This number represents a sharp rise from January 2025, […]
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:53pm -
  • newMaracanã Uses iPhone 17 Pro for Offside System
    Brazil’s iconic Maracanã Stadium is preparing a major technology upgrade. Stadium officials plan to use an array of iPhone 17 Pro devices to support a new semi-automated offside camera system. The move signals a growing trust in smartphone technology for professional sports broadcasting and officiating. According to reports, the system will record every play in […]
    - 17 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:48am -
  • newiPhone 17 Sales Surge Signals Apple’s Comeback in China
    Apple has staged a surprising comeback in China, powered by booming iPhone 17 sales that exceeded the company’s own expectations. Ahead of its earnings announcement, CEO Tim Cook confirmed that demand in China caught Apple off guard. The company did not predict such a sharp rebound after years of declining performance in the region. In […]
    - 19 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:35am -
  • newApple Buys Q.ai to Boost Siri’s Voice Intelligence
    Apple has confirmed it purchased Israeli audio AI startup Q.ai in a strategic move to improve Siri’s performance. The company aims to sharpen how its devices understand speech, especially in noisy or difficult environments. Although Apple did not reveal the purchase price, the acquisition signals urgency as competition in voice AI grows. According to reporting, […]
    - 19 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 2:02am -
  • Apple TV+ Gets Bafta Nods for F1 and The Lost Bus
    Apple TV+ has secured major recognition from the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, as F1: The Movie and The Lost Bus earned nominations at the upcoming UK Bafta Film Awards. The nominations highlight Apple’s growing influence in high-quality film production and technical excellence. Notably, F1: The Movie leads Apple’s charge with three nominations, […]
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 8:14am -
  • Tony Fadell Critiques Apple’s AI and Car Project
    Tony Fadell, widely known as the “father of the iPod,” has delivered one of his strongest critiques of Apple in years. In a recent hour-long interview on the Newcomer Podcast, Fadell argued that Apple has stumbled in artificial intelligence and walked away too soon from its ambitious car project. Although Fadell left Apple in 2008, […]
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 7:00am -
  • iPhone 16 Leads Apple’s 2025 Best-Selling Phones
    Apple has strengthened its grip on the global smartphone market in 2025. New data from Counterpoint Research shows that the iPhone 16 ranked as the world’s best-selling smartphone of the year. Even more striking, Apple secured seven of the top ten best-selling phones, leaving only three spots for competitors. This performance highlights Apple’s continued appeal […]
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 4:53am -
  • Apple Design Team Adds Halide Co-Founder Sebastiaan de With
    Apple has added a well-known figure from the iPhone photography world to its ranks. Sebastiaan de With, the co-founder of Lux and creator of the popular pro camera app Halide, has officially joined Apple’s Design Team, marking a notable return to the company. A Familiar Face Returns to Apple De With is no stranger to […]
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 2:25am -

9to5 Mac Apple News

  • newHere’s everything new Apple TV has coming in February
    The early theme of Apple TV’s 2026 is new seasons of existing shows. January was packed with five such series, and now a couple more are coming in February—including a big-budget sci-fi epic. Here’s everything new coming to Apple TV in February. more…
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:32pm -
  • newAdobe Firefly offers unlimited image and video generations, third-party models included
    Adobe is removing generation limits from Firefly, giving subscribers unlimited image and video generations across both its own models and supported third-party AI models, but you have to act quick. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:30pm -
  • newSpeechify adds celebrity voices to its AI Voice Assistant
    Speechify’s AI Voice Assistant can now sound like celebrities, including Snoop Dogg, Gwyneth Paltrow, and MrBeast. Here are the details. more…
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:30pm -
  • newSteve Jobs memorabilia auction sees first ever Apple check sell for $2.4M [U]
    A Steve Jobs memorabilia auction included the first check the two Steves ever signed, and it sold for a mind-boggling $2,409,886.The auction also included Steve’s desk and a set of bow ties he wore at school, as well as a wide range of general Apple memorabilia … more…
    - 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:29pm -
  • newTim Cook didn’t rule out price rises for Apple products, and here’s why
    Apple CEO Tim Cook declined to comment on repeated questions during Thursday’s earnings call about how the company would respond to rising memory costs.The decision on whether to absorb rising costs or pass them on to customers in the form of higher prices is not going to be an easy one, and a look at the numbers makes it clear why Cook was unwilling to rule out the latter possibility … more…
    - 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:19pm -
  • newNew Mac configurator may point to separate CPU and GPU options
    Apple last week changed the way you buy a Mac online, removing the previous lineup of customizable pre-configured options and instead putting you straight into configuring your spec from scratch.While at first glance this seems a somewhat strange thing to do, arguably making it a little more complicated for a non-tech buyer to choose their Mac, the change could provide support for a theory that Apple will allow you to separate CPU and GPU options when buying an M5 Pro or Max Mac … mor…
    - 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 5:32pm -
  • newExpect more upsells and subscription bundles from Apple, Creator Studio was just the start
    In the future, Apple users should expect more paid upgrades and subscription bundles just like what the company launched with Apple Creator Studio last month. As said by Mark Gurman in this week’s Power On newsletter, “I believe Apple is looking at all areas of its software and services” for further services monetization opportunities. Obviously, the appeal of more subscription bundles depends on the particulars. For instance, Apple One has been very popular and seems relatively consu…
    - 20 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:54am -
  • newStudio Display refresh looms with three key upgrades
    Apple’s long-awaited Studio Display refresh might be happening soon. As noted by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, shipping times for Apple’s Studio Display are slipped to late February and Early March in some configurations… more…
    - 21 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:44am -
  • newReport: Apple ‘exploring’ clamshell foldable iPhone as potential follow-up model
    In today’s Power On newsletter from Mark Gurman, an interesting new possibility was shared for the iPhone lineup: a smaller, clamshell foldable iPhone. This model is far from fruition, though Apple is currently considering it. more…
    - 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:40pm -
  • newCarPlay Ultra coming to at least one new car later this year, per report
    Apple officially launched CarPlay Ultra last year, but only for Aston Martin vehicles. It’s the next-generation version of CarPlay that the company first teased at WWDC 2022 with a revamped design and deeper integration with the car itself.Today, a new report from Bloomberg reveals that CarPlay Ultra will come to at least one major new car later this year … more…
    - 23 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 10:32pm -
  • New MacBook Pro release date: Here’s when M5 Pro and M5 Max might debut
    In his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman provided an updated release timeline for the new MacBook Pros with M5 Pro and M5 Max. Previously, these models have been expected to launch before the spring. more…
    - 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 8:19pm -
  • Security Bite: X going open-source is bad news for anonymous alt accounts
    9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most powerful and modern Apple MDM on the market. The result is a totally automated Ap…
    - 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 4:18am -
  • Indie App Spotlight: ‘Within Reach’ helps you track your weight loss journey
    Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact.Obesity remains a rampant concern in America, with 2 in 5 adults struggling with obesity. GLP-1 medications have become popular in recent years to help people manage their weight – and Within Reach is a companion app to help you track everything related to the journey. more…
    - 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 2:00am -
  • Apple revamps how you buy a Mac online
    Apple has updated its website with changes to the checkout flow when buying a new Mac. Previously, the Apple Online Store would show you a range of preconfigured options with specific processors, RAM, and storage configurations, before letting you dive into the granular configurator. With this week’s revamp, however, this process has been overhauled… more…
    - 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 12:16am -
  • Here’s my one Apple Watch feature request for watchOS 27
    Apple Watch certainly feels like a rather mature platform at this point. Software wise, there isn’t usually a ton I’d like to see – though there probably is a lot of potential for the Apple Watch to serve as an AI wearable. Nonetheless, there is one nifty software upgrade I’d really like to see them add to the Apple Watch. more…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 10:28pm -
  • Why 2026 should be the year you take control of your privacy with Incogni
    This is about the time of year when most people’s enthusiasm for their New Year’s resolutions starts to wear off. Gym visits decline, diets get less strict, and those screen time goals we set with much determination have likely already been broken.But if you are one of those who decided 2026 will be the year you take control of your online privacy, then keeping a resolution has never been simpler … more…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 8:42pm -
  • Apple @ Work: Apple’s bet on local AI was right, but our management tools will need to evolve
    Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work w…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 7:30pm -
  • This week’s top stories: AirTag 2, blockbuster Apple acquisition, more
    Welcome to 9to5Mac’s top stories of the week, where we recap the biggest news in the Apple world every Saturday. This week, we have AirTag 2, a blockbuster Apple acquisition, and iOS 26.3 beta testing continues. Plus, our usual slate of new podcast episodes, opinion pieces, and much more. Read on for all of this week’s top stories. more…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 5:30pm -
  • Someone turned Apple’s most annoying bugs into a scoreboard of wasted human time
    A new website takes Apple’s most persistent software bugs and reframes them as a hilarious scoreboard, using intentionally over-the-top math to estimate how many collective human hours they’ve supposedly wasted over the years. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 6:13am -
  • PSA: OpenAI will remove several models from ChatGPT next month
    From time to time, OpenAI removes older models from ChatGPT’s model picker, as users become accustomed to newer ones. Here are the models being retired on February 13. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 5:04am -
  • Apple Creator Studio gets its own Instagram account
    Apple is apparently pushing to turn its newly launched creative bundle into a brand of its own. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 4:23am -
  • As users look for TikTok alternatives, UpScrolled downloads surge on the App Store
    Over the last few days, UpScrolled went from a relatively unknown app to the top of the App Store, as users flocked away from TikTok. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 3:14am -
  • iOS 26.2’s new Reminders feature is exactly what I’ve wanted for years
    We’re getting close to the launch of iOS 26.3, but one of my favorite Apple features of late is a new Reminders addition in iOS 26.2 that has proven exactly what I’ve wanted for years. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 2:52am -
  • JP Morgan reviews Apple’s stock price target following Q1 2026 earnings
    Just days after setting a $315 price target for Apple’s stock, JP Morgan is out with a revised outlook following the company’s Q1 2026 earnings. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 2:03am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: January 30, 2026 – AAPL earnings, $2B acquisition
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:38am -
  • New EFF campaign urges Apple and other tech companies to ‘Encrypt It Already’
    The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is out with a new campaign that presses tech companies to move faster to protect user data through end-to-end encryption, and stronger defaults and privacy settings. Here are the details. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:22am -
  • Apple Wallet adds time-saving iOS 26 credit card feature, here’s how to use it
    Apple’s Wallet app received a variety of great features in iOS 26, but one of my favorites is a convenient new way to manage and access credit cards. Here’s how to use it. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:19am -
  • HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot Candle Warmer Lamp brings safe scents to Apple Home
    I love the smell of candles, but I hate the anxiety that comes with an open flame. There have been multiple times I’ve had to turn around after leaving to double-check that I’ve blown out a candle. That is why the SwitchBot Candle Warmer Lamp caught my eye. It promises all the ambiance and smells of a candle with zero risk of burning the house down. Best of all, it supports Matter right out of the box, making it a native citizen in your HomeKit/Apple Home environment. more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:55am -
  • Apple loses more AI researchers, Siri exec to Google and Meta
    A new report from Bloomberg today highlights the ongoing exodus from Apple’s artificial intelligence and Siri teams. Mark Gurman reports that Apple has lost “least four more of its artificial intelligence researchers in recent weeks in addition to a top Siri executive.” more…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:35am -
  • iPhone 18 Pro vs iPhone Fold: These camera features are rumored
    This fall Apple has three flagship iPhones rumored to launch: iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Fold. Per the latest reporting, there are two rumored camera advantages Apple’s Pro line will have over the foldable. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:31pm -
  • Technics EAH-AZ100 in-ear headphones: Superb sound with AirPods-like convenience
    Music lovers with Apple kit have long been forced to choose between the sound quality available from the established audio players and the slickness of the AirPods approach to connectivity – but the Technics EAH-AZ100 in-ear headphones have mostly resolved this dilemma.They not only deliver the best sound quality I’ve ever experienced with in-ear headphones, but also an Apple-like Just Works experience when switching between devices … more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 10:30pm -
  • Deals: Apple Trail Loop up to 52% off, 24GB Mac mini $100 off, AirTag 2 cases, iPhone 16 Pro $620 off, more
    Alongside the ongoing Amazon low on AirPods Pro 3 and deep deal on AirPods 4 with ANC, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is kicking off a near unheard of 52% price drop on Apple’s latest Trail Loop in blue with the black finish. Those offers also join a new low on the latest black model Trail Loop as well as a chance to save $100 on the most affordable M4 Mac mini with 24GB of RAM again and this giant Elevation Lab AirTag 2 mount/case sale from $8. You’ll also find some notable deals on MacBook…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 10:14pm -
  • Apple ‘runs on Anthropic,’ says Mark Gurman
    Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman is well known for having numerous sources inside of Apple, and in a new interview he shared some interesting comments about the company’s reliance on Anthropic. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:57pm -
  • Apple shares heartwarming ‘Glad I Met You’ short film shot on iPhone 17 Pro
    Apple has released its annual Shot on iPhone short film in celebration of Chinese New Year. This year’s film, “Glad I Met You,” tells a heartwarming story of finding family with a stray dog. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:48pm -
  • Apple TV’s hit detective series with Colin Farrell sets return date
    Apple TV’s hit neo-noir detective series Sugar is back for season 2 this year, with Colin Farrell returning. Here’s the just announced release date. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:02pm -
  • Tim Cook hints at ‘never been seen’ innovations coming this year
    Apple celebrated its best quarter ever yesterday, but in the company earnings call, CEO Tim Cook teased that the company has even bigger things ahead with new innovations later this year. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 8:07pm -
  • iPhone 18 isn’t launching until next year, new report reaffirms
    Apple is widely expected to bifurcate the launch of the iPhone 18 lineup. Sources including Ming-Chi Kuo, Bloomberg, and The Information  have reported that the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold will launch later this year, followed by the base model iPhone 18 next spring.A new report from Nikkei Asia today corroborates that timeline. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:49pm -
  • Apple discontinues iPhone Upgrade Program in the UK
    Apple has discontinued the iPhone Upgrade Program in the UK, according to changes made to its website. The company says it is starting a “new chapter for upgrades” and that “the iPhone Upgrade Program is coming to an end.”Apple also appears to be winding down its partnership with Barclays, which was the bank behind the iPhone Upgrade Program in the UK. more…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:04pm -
  • Here’s how people are using Apple Intelligence, according to Tim Cook
    Tim Cook’s opening remarks on Apple’s fiscal Q1 2026 earnings call touched on how customers are using Apple Intelligence. Here’s what he said. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:43am -
  • AirPods Pro 3 supply constraints may have cost Apple at least $230 million last quarter
    A comment made by Apple CFO Kevan Parekh underscored just how important the AirPods line is to Apple’s bottom line. Here’s what he said. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:07am -
  • Rivian CEO touts ‘great working relationship with Apple’ despite lack of CarPlay support
    Rivian’s opposition to CarPlay is well-documented, with CEO RJ Scaringe emphasizing the automaker’s focus on creating a native and integrated infotainment experience.In a new interview with Kara Swisher this week, Scaringe once again reiterated those thoughts, while simultaneously touting a “great working relationship with Apple.” more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:15am -
  • Apple confirms Gemini-powered Siri will use Private Cloud Compute
    During today’s fiscal Q1 2026 earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook and CFO Kevan Parekh fielded, albeit vaguely, questions regarding the recent deal to have Gemini power the next-gen Siri. Here’s what they said. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 5:51am -
  • Apple ‘looking at a range of options’ to make up for skyrocketing memory prices
    While the current worldwide memory constraints had minimal impact on Apple’s Q1 2026, the company expects Q2 to be a very different story. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 5:17am -
  • Apple reveals it has 2.5 billion active devices around the world
    Apple just reported its best quarterly earnings ever, beating Wall Street expectations in large part due to “staggering” iPhone demand. Alongside its earnings report, the company has revealed it now has 2.5 billion active devices in use around the world. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 3:18am -
  • Creator Studio bundle, AirTag 2, new Siri features coming soon
    Benjamin and Chance review the proposition of the Creator Studio bundle now it is finally available, as well as some weirdness in the choices made of the apps in it. Also, Benjamin has been using his new AirTags for the past couple days, and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman suggests that the new Gemini Siri features may be announced in February, sooner than we previously expected.And in Happy Hour Plus, there’s more talk about Creator Studio, specifically regarding which other kinds of creative a…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 3:08am -
  • Apple reports record-breaking Q1 2026 earnings: $143.7 billion in revenue, up 16%
    Apple just had its biggest fiscal quarter ever, delivering on the promise it made last October during the Q4 2025 earnings call.In the quarter ended December 27, 2025, the company reported $143.7 billion in revenue, $42.09 billion in net profit, and $2.84 in earnings per share. Here’s the full breakdown. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 3:05am -
  • 9to5Mac Daily: January 29, 2026 – M6 coming soon, more
    Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Sponsored by Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:59am -
  • AltStore announces CSAM Store Checker app, pledges donations to anti-trafficking nonprofit
    AltStore developers Riley Testut and Shane Gill today announced CSAM Store Checker, an app that tracks app marketplaces where child sexual abuse material is available. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:52am -
  • iPhone 17 Pro to play key role in offside calls in Brazil’s top soccer league
    Maracanã Stadium was the first to install a 12-rig system containing 28 iPhone 17 Pro units that will help enable semi-automated offside calls. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:25am -
  • Rumor Replay: New Siri unveiling, iPhone 18 Pro, HomePad, and more
    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’s upcoming Siri unveiling, iPhone 18 Pro’s Dynamic Island, ‘HomePad’ update, and more. Here are this week’s Apple rumors. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 2:24am -
  • Apple revises App Store pricing and payouts in select countries following new tax rules
    Apple announced today that it is updating App Store pricing and developer proceeds in nine countries effective today, with additional pricing changes to follow next month. Here’s what’s changing. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 1:45am -
  • Apple’s new acquisition could solve my biggest AI problem
    Apple has acquired Q.ai in a deal estimated around $2 billion. Though there’s still a lot we don’t know, some of the details surrounding Q.ai’s work have me very excited for the future of Apple’s AI and Siri offerings. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 1:31am -
  • Here’s how to listen live to Apple’s Q1 2026 earnings call
    Later today, Apple will release its Q1 2026 earnings, which are expected to be the company’s best ever, per Tim Cook’s own expectations. Here’s how you can listen in live. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 1:16am -
  • Apple won’t sell you its in-store display accessories, but you can buy them here
    Have you ever wished you could buy the stand or charger used to display the iPhone and other products inside Apple Stores? A website called AppleUnsold might be the best way to do that. more…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 12:13am -
  • Apple acquires secretive Q․ai startup for $2 billion
    Apple has acquired an Israel-based AI startup called Q.ai, according to a new report from the Financial Times. The report says the deal is valued at close to $2 billion, making it one of Apple’s largest acquisitions ever. more…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 11:11pm -
  • Hands-on: This tiny MagSafe controller brings real buttons and a retro feel to your iPhone
    Some of my earliest memories go back to the late 90s when the Game Boy Color launched. I remember being six or seven years old, walking into a store with my dad to pick up a Game Boy Color and a copy of Pokémon Blue. I spent countless hours playing that Game Boy, and looking back, it played a major role in sparking the tech interest I still carry today. Fast forward to 2026, and mobile gaming has evolved in ways we could not have imagined back then. Touchscreens are incredibly capable, but noth…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 10:28pm -
  • Deals: AirTag 2 – buy 4, get 1 for $1, most affordable M5 iPad Pro up to $213 off, Trail Loop, Crossbody Strap 55% off, more
    While the new AirTag is up for grabs now at $29, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is kicking off with the first chance to save on the new Apple tracker – you can now AirPods 4 with ANC at 35% off, but we also spotted one of the best prices yet on the most affordable M5 iPad Pro at up to $213 off the list price. Those offers join new all-time lows on the blue and green Apple Trail Loop, up to 55% off the Apple Crossbody Strap, and a rare $500 off the Apple Pro Pro Display XDR. Head below for a cl…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 10:11pm -
  • Apple TV reveals F1 has become it most-watched film ever
    Apple TV has just announced that it has a new most-watched film ever: the box office hit F1: The Movie has proven successful in streaming, too. more…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 9:54pm -
  • Apple Music is now free for 3 months for new users, details here
    Considering switching from Spotify to Apple Music? Now might be the best time to do so, as new Apple Music users are being given 3 free months for a limited time. Here are the details. more…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 9:17pm -
  • AirTag’s best feature is now on Apple Watch, here’s how to set it up
    Apple’s new AirTag comes with several improvements over the original model, one of which is that it expands AirTag’s best feature—Precision Finding—to the Apple Watch. Here’s how to set it up. more…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 8:35pm -

Cult of Mac

  • newThe Epstein files
    The Department of Justice has released more of its records on self-described “science philanthropist” and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Other than Epstein, they’ve also brought an intense focus on the many powerful people who associated and corresponded with him, including Bill Gates, Elon Musk, Google co-founder Sergey Brin, and President Donald Trump. There’s also […]
    - 36 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 8:39pm -
  • newDragon Quest gets another great remake that’s perfect for newcomers
    When a video game series goes on for a long time, it raises a question for newcomers: Just where is the best place to jump in? In the case of Dragon Quest, there are nearly a dozen mainline titles, not to mention copious spinoffs and ports that span four decades of history. Of late, though, […]
    - 45 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 8:30pm -
  • newDocusign’s CEO on the dangers of trusting AI to read, and write, your contracts
    Today, I’m talking with Allan Thygesen, who is the CEO of Docusign. You know Docusign; it’s the platform where you sign things online. It turns out 7,000 people work there, which is one of those facts you see flying around sometimes that’s always felt like perfect Decoder bait. What are all those people doing? And […]
    - 45 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 8:30pm -
  • newElon Musk’s Grok is still undressing men
    After weeks of flooding the internet with nonconsensual sexual deepfakes, X has finally reined in Elon Musk's rogue chatbot Grok. Musk claims Grok obeys local laws and refuses to produce anything illegal - except it hasn't and it can. My testing shows Grok still readily undresses men and is still churning out intimate images on […]
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:39pm -
  • newNow anyone can tap Ring doorbells to search for lost dogs
    Ring is opening its Search Party pet finder service to non-Ring owners through the free Ring Neighbors app. The service has helped reunite owners with "more than one lost dog a day" since launch, according to the company. Anyone in the US can share a photo of their missing pet after they download and register […]
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:30pm -
  • newVivo and Oppo’s telephoto extender comes to iPhone
    PGYTech, the accessory manufacturer behind the official telephoto extender lenses for recent Vivo and Oppo flagships, has launched a Kickstarter for a new version developed for iPhones. The RetroVa Vintage Imaging Kit looks an awful lot like the camera kits for those phones, complete with a custom case, slide-on camera grip with built-in battery and […]
    - 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:24pm -
  • newThe tragedy of Supernatural
    When you picture a virtual reality headset user, you're probably not picturing someone like Sherry Dickson. At 69, the snowy-haired, retired elementary school teacher hops into her Meta Quest headset five days a week, for roughly 60 to 90 minutes at a time. She's not attending live concerts or watching immersive films. Dickson, a fitness […]
    - 5 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 4:30pm -
  • newBill Gates says accusations contained in Epstein files are ‘absolutely absurd’
    Reports of Bill Gates' connections with Jeffrey Epstein grow more lurid with each dump of documents from the Department of Justice. The latest includes somewhat confusing emails that Epstein may have been drafting on behalf of someone named Boris, who worked at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The messages claim that Bill contracted an […]
    - 20 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:54am -
  • newShedding light on Iran’s longest internet blackout
    After protests broke out in early January, the Iranian regime shut down the internet, starting the longest blackout in Iranian history. Despite this attempt to stop the protests from spreading, they did not stop. Still, the internet shutdown slowed down the spread of information both inside and outside Iran. Behind the heavily policed borders and […]
    - 21 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 12:00am -
  • newYou need to listen to M83’s icy post-rock record Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts
    New York City got hit with a hell of a snowstorm last week. And, inevitably, when I'm watching the snow fall, wandering the oddly quiet streets after dark, people hiding inside and staying warm, I put on M83's sophomore record, Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts. Before Nicolas Fromageau left the band and Anthony […]
    - 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 11:30pm -

Apple Insider

  • newTwo years after release, Apple still hasn't decided what to do with Apple Vision Pro
    After an eight month wait, the Apple Vision Pro debuted on February 2, 2024. It's still an immature product.The Apple Vision Pro still seems like its under construction long after its launch. I decided to write a retrospective on the Apple Vision Pro release early last week for today's February 2 anniversary. It hasn't gone well.If you're of a certain age, you remember a Sesame Street bit, where a piano player couldn't quite figure out the alphabet order. He'd smash his head on the piano, and Gr…
    - 40 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 8:35pm -
  • newIntegrating home automations & Shortcuts with Matthew Cassinelli on this week's HomeKit Insider
    On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, guest Matthew Cassinelli joins to talk about Shortcuts and home automations.HomeKit Insider PodcastCo-hosting this week is Matthew Cassinelli. He previously worked at the app Workflow, prior to Apple's acquisition.He joined the Apple team as the Workflow app was converted into Shortcuts, before eventually setting out on his own. He's now known as one of the biggest proponents of Shortcuts in the tech space. Continue Reading on AppleInsider |…
    - 54 mins ago 2 Feb 26, 8:21pm -
  • newHow terrible - the insanely wealthy are confounded by Call Screening
    The rich and the powerful demand immediate access to their lawyers and each other at all times — but apparently they just haven't figured out how to have their assistants turn off Call Screening on their iPhones.Call Screening is off by default, so who knows what these lawyers are doing.If you've noticed that you're getting fewer spam calls on your iPhone lately, it's because Apple added new screening tools in iOS 26. It's also why you now more often see notifications with a transcription of c…
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:39pm -
  • newSubscriptions like Creator Studio are the future of Apple's revenue
    The Apple Creator Studio is the latest in a long line of subscriptions for Apple products and services. You can guarantee Apple will do it more in the future.Apple Creator Studio iconsApple's introduction of the Apple Creator Studio provided a way for consumers to gain access to Apple's Pro tools like Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro across both Mac and iPad. While it's certainly a good value package for users, it's only part of its overall strategy to charge subscriptions for everything it offers.Re…
    - 2 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 7:11pm -
  • newAI demand forcing Apple to look for alternatives to TSMC
    Apple is no longer the biggest client for chip foundry TSMC, and as it loses its stranglehold on the global supply chain, Tim Cook may have to turn to other manufacturers to meet demand for the iPhone and Mac.Apple wouldn't return to Intel-designed processors, but it could get Intel to manufacture its Apple Silicon designsAs previously reported, Nvidia is now the single largest client for TSMC, but losing that top spot is causing problems for Apple. Specifically, it no longer has the buying powe…
    - 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 6:17pm -
  • newThe person who could be Apple CEO: Who is John Ternus?
    All things considered, John Ternus is the center of speculation as being the best and most likely choice for control of the company. Who is he, and how did he get here?John TernusApple, like many other massive companies with giant workforces and a decades-long history, have to plan for the future direction of the company. Part of that preparation involves determining who will take control as CEO after the current leader departs, and what to do to prepare for that inevitability.For Apple and its…
    - 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 5:38pm -
  • newClamshell iPhone could be Apple's second foldable
    The iPhone Fold hasn't shipped yet, but Apple is still considering its future releases. That follow-up may be that long-rumored smaller clamshell-style iPhone.Renders of a possible clamshell iPhone Fold — image credit: AppleInsiderApple is currently working on a foldable version of the iPhone, referred to by the rumor mill as the iPhone Fold. However, the book-style foldable may not be the only one that Apple ships, as its attention turns to what it could release after its first folding smart…
    - 22 hours ago 1 Feb 26, 11:10pm -
  • M5 Pro, Max updates for MacBook Pro expected alongside macOS 26.3
    We said in 2025 that the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro refresh would coincide with the release of macOS 26.3, and a notable leaker agrees with that timetable that we set.MacBook Pro updates to M5 Pro, M5 Max are expected soonApple is widely anticipated to be preparing an update to the MacBook Pro line for the early stages of 2026. While it didn't happen in January, that launch should occur relatively soon.In AppleInsider's previous reporting on the topic, product identifiers revealed in July 202…
    - 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 8:45pm -
  • Online Apple Store makes buying a Mac more like buying an iPhone
    Apple has quietly updated the way that users buy and configure Macs on the online Apple Store, giving customers a process that's closer to buying an iPhone or iPad.The new process of buying a Mac from Apple is similar to that of an iPhone or iPadThe online Apple Store guides users through configuring their new hardware before purchasing it, with some variation in the methodology depending on the product. In a very quiet change to the website, Apple has updated the way users buy a Mac.Initially s…
    - 2 days ago 1 Feb 26, 12:46am -
  • Record labels are catering directly to iTunes customers to bolster Billboard chart numbers
    While music streaming may be king, both Apple and the recording industry at large aren't quite ready to write off the power of the iTunes sale.The iTunes StorePeople are still buying music on iTunes. Sure, it might not be a lot of people, but it's an audience nonetheless.And, as it turns out, 80% of people who buy music through iTunes don't have an active Apple Music subscription. And while you might assume that these sales signal a preference for buying older music, it turns out that's not the…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 3:38am -
  • Some AI researchers have left Apple but that won't affect Siri's big upgrade
    Apple appears to be experiencing about Silicon Valley-average churn of engineers in its AI program, and the recent departures, including a Siri engineering executive, are no exception.A few AI researchers have left AppleThe company is working to rebuild Siri around Apple Intelligence, aiming to transform it from a collection of narrow features into a more capable, system-level interface. The effort follows years of criticism that Siri has fallen behind rival assistants using large language model…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 2:28am -
  • Very first Apple check & early Apple-1 motherboard sold for $5 million combined
    An auction that featured Steve Jobs' signed checks, his collection of Bob Dylan 8-track cassettes, computers, bow ties, and more has concluded, pulling down more than $8 million.Image credit: RR AuctionThe check, regarded as "the earliest known check drawn from Apple's original bank account," raked in $2,409,886, as part of the recent "Steve Jobs & the Computer Revolution: The Apple 50th Anniversary Auction." The auction realized a total of $8,153,074."This is the most important financial docume…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 2:01am -
  • Widely beloved actress Catherine O'Hara has passed away at age 71
    Catherine O'Hara, known for her work in films such as "Home Alone" and "Beetlejuice," as well as series like "Schitt's Creek" and Apple TV's "The Studio," has passed away.Catherine O'Hara in 'The Studio' | Image Credit: Apple TVO'Hara, a prolific actor on screens both big and small, died on January 30. During her career, she acted in more than 50 films and more than 30 series.She was widely known for her roles as family matriarch Kate McCallisterin "Home Alone" and the dramatic, eccentric Moira…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:10am -
  • Samsung's M8 monitor drops to $399, plus save $100 on bundle deals
    Save $300 on Samsung's 32-inch M8 smart monitor this weekend, plus grab an additional $100 off when you buy two qualifying Samsung items.You can pick up the Samsung M8 Smart Monitor for $379.99 at B&H Photo or for $399.99 at Amazon.Save $300 on Samsung's M8 monitor this weekend.Although $20 more at Amazon, you can save an additional $100 when you purchase two qualifying Samsung items, making it an enticing deal if you want to pick up this 85-inch Frame Pro TV alongside the M8 for Super Bowl Sund…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:09am -
  • Give us some 'Sugar' - Neo-noir detective drama sneaks back onto Apple TV in June
    Apple TV's acclaimed detective drama starring Emmy Award nominee Colin Farrell is making its way back to the small screen for its second season, just in time for summer.Image Credit: Apple TVThe eight-episode second season will kick off on Friday, June 19. New episodes will drop each Friday through August 7.Season one made its debut in April 2024 and introduced audiences to the titular John Sugar, an iconic LA-Based private detective and film connoisseur. Played by Colin Farrell, this season Sug…
    - 3 days ago 31 Jan 26, 12:06am -
  • You can buy Apple Store demo chargers & stands, until the lawyers attack
    Until Apple finds a way to stop it, AppleUnsold is selling ex-Apple Store items, the store fittings like chargers or Apple Pencil trays that you could want, but then also in-store exclusive stickers that you'd have to be an Apple fanatic to buy.Ignore the iPhones, you can now buy those Apple Store-exclusive chargers. Probably. For now. Image credit: ConsomacEver since the first ever Apple Stores back in 2001, each retail outlet has had custom-made fixtures and fittings. Now the Australia-based f…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:48pm -
  • Apple could have used Claude to power a future Siri, but Anthropic got greedy
    Apple may have signed a deal to use Google's Gemini AI model to boost Siri, but Claude was ahead of the game, already inside Apple Park's walls, and have taken its place if not for Anthropic's astronomical fee demands.Anthropic priced itself out of a long-term AI deal with AppleApple is aware that its internal AI models aren't as good as those built by other companies. The news of a deal to integrate Gemini into Siri confirms as much, but Apple continues to use models from OpenAI and Anthropic e…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:04pm -
  • How to import eBooks and PDFs from Messages to Apple Books
    Apple has made it decidedly more difficult to import .EPUB and .PDF files from Messages to the Books app — but it's not impossible. Here's how to do it on iPad, iPhone, and Mac.Import PDFs and eBooks from Messages into Apple BooksIf you're an avid bookworm and you like reading on your iPhone, chances are you might be a fan of the Apple Books app. You can easily buy ebooks and sync them across multiple platforms, which is great if you're the type to start reading on one device and pick up on an…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 10:51pm -
  • Analysts caught flat-footed as iPhone supply, not demand, capped growth
    Apple's latest earnings blew away expectations, and the magnitude of the success took almost every analyst by surprise. Here's what they're saying now to catch up to the new reality made clear by the blockbuster announcement.The iPhone 17 lineup is exceedingly popularFor the quarter ended December 27, 2025, Apple reported $143.8 billion in revenue, up 16% year over year, with earnings per share of $2.84. iPhone revenue climbed 23% to $85.3 billion, and Apple told investors to expect March-quarte…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:25pm -
  • Apple Creator Studio, ChatGPT health, and iPhone 18 rumors on the AppleInsider Podcast
    As Apple reports record earnings, we're diving into the new Apple Creator Studio to see what's actually new in it, and what's different. Plus there are more iPhone 18 rumors, and more reasons to not give your health data to ChatGPT.Apple Creator Studio on an iPadEven Tim Cook interrupted his own earnings report to mention the launch of the new Apple Creator Studio. If you like or depend on these apps, this is an exciting release — and it may even help keep those earnings up in future.Especiall…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 8:23pm -
  • iPhone 18 split launch strategy is about more than marketing
    A new report is late to the party, and backs up claims that go back six months that Apple will launch the iPhone 18 Pro in 2026 and the iPhone 18 in 2027. For the first time, however, the split is said to be necessary for manufacturing reasons.The iPhone Fold is still expected in September 2026, but non-premium models may wait until 2027 — image credit: AppleInsiderIt was as far back as May 2025 when the first rumors of a split iPhone launch first appeared. Just as with all subsequent reports,…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:58pm -
  • Amid record revenue, Apple's Q1 2026 R&D spend reveals its AI ambitions
    Apple's Q1 2026 results are in, with record-breaking iPhone sales, but a record R&D spend suggests the company is far from resting on its laurels.Apple CEO Tim Cook shared another record quarter for the companyThe fiscal quarter, which ended December 27, 2025, saw Apple post records aplenty. With revenue of $143.8 billion, the company saw a 16% increase over the previous year's results — a new record for the company. Of that figure, a whopping $42.1 billion was net profit.Comparing that to the…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:45pm -
  • JP Morgan hikes Apple stock target to $325 after record-breaking earnings
    Less than a week after its last rise, JP Morgan now says Apple's target price is $325, specifically because of the latest earnings and Apple's guidance for the next two quarters.The current iPhone 17On January 26, ahead of what was already expected to be a record-breaking quarter for Apple, JP Morgan raised its target from $305 to $315. Now following both higher than predicted earnings and, in particular, Apple's projections for the future, the investment firm has raised the target again.In a no…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:11pm -
  • Tim Cook boasts about US manufacturing, yet it's still nothing new
    Apple commitment to US manufacturing has always been notable, even if the company has kept it pretty quiet before 2025. Tim Cook's attempt at making it look new and fresh during earnings is performative, and unnecessary.Take a close look at what Apple says it is doing with US Investment — image credit: Michigan State UniversityBack in February 2025, Apple announced that it would be investing $500 billion into the US economy, with projects such as building AI servers in Houston. It's no critici…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:19pm -
  • Apple reaches 2.5 billion active devices after record-breaking quarter
    The active install base of Apple users has increased by 150 million users since 2025 and has reached over 2.5 billion active users as of January 2026.iPhone 17 Pro Max is in high demandApple's first-quarter earnings are record-breaking and surpassed estimates with $143.8 billion in revenue. During the call, Apple shared that its install base reached over 2.5 billion active users, the first update to the number since 2.35 billion was shared in January 2025.The increase was helped by demand for th…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 4:38am -
  • Apple is resurgent in China with unexpected iPhone 17 sales domination
    Ahead of Apple announcing its latest earnings, CEO Tim Cook has revealed that Apple did not quite expect the iPhone 17 range to do as well as it has in China.Apple's current iPhone 17 ProIn November 2025, after the launch of the iPhone 17, it was revealed that one in four smartphones sold in China was an iPhone. Then preorders for the iPhone Air sold out in minutes in the country, and the whole iPhone 17 range broke records. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 4:20am -
  • Memory cost explosion won't hurt Apple too badly in Q2, may sting in Q3
    Tim Cook says that the rising cost of RAM and Flash that the industry is facing has not yet affected Apple, but he expects it to be an increasing issue in this quarter, and worse yet in the third fiscal quarter of 2026.A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: SamsungDuring Apple's latest earnings call, CEO Tim Cook addressed the issue of rising component costs, specifically memory, that have been expected to impact Apple's costs."Memory had a minimal impact on the Q1, so [on] the December q…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 4:18am -
  • Apple blows away Wall Street expectations with record $143.8 billion quarter
    Apple has reported its financials for the first quarter of 2025, and as promised it was record-breaking, with growth in nearly every market segment, and every hardware category.Apple CEO Tim Cook [left], CFO Kevan Parekh [right]The first quarter of the fiscal year for Apple has concluded, and the company has released details of its initial salvo for 2026. The first quarter is usually the biggest, due to heavy seasonality of sales and the fall launches, and this year is no different.In the first…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 4:15am -
  • Tim Cook: Apple won't change privacy rules with Google Gemini partnership
    It has already been said repeatedly, but Apple CEO Tim Cook has once again confirmed that Apple Intelligence will still be on-device and in Private Cloud Compute in spite of the Google partnership.Apple Intelligence will have upgraded Apple Foundation Models trained by GeminiApple is working with Google to get access to a powerful Gemini model built to operate in Apple's technology structures like Private Cloud Compute. While the details of the deal and implementation are still scarce, one repea…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 4:11am -
  • 'Encrypt it already' campaign challenges big tech to keep your data secure
    The Electronic Frontier Foundation has launched a new advocacy initiative directly targeting Apple, Google, and other tech giants to demand broader adoption of data encryption and more transparent privacy controls.Encrypt it AlreadyThe campaign is known as "Encrypt it Already," and addresses what the EFF sees as ongoing problems with the way companies like Apple, Google, Meta, and Amazon handle data encryption. It hopes to spur changes by calling out companies directly, but also by providing use…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 3:56am -
  • iPhone 17 Pro array will be used in a new offside camera system
    The Maracana Stadium will use iPhone 17 Pro units as part of a semi-automated system for offside calls, with the devices set to record each football play in 4K at 100fps.The iPhone 17 Pro will be used as part of a new camera system, meant to record soccer matches in Brazil.Time and time again, the iPhone has proven itself to be a great option for recording sporting events. Major League Soccer is recording matches on the iPhone 17 Pro alongside traditional cameras. Now, Apple's smartphone is set…
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 3:52am -
  • M4 MacBook Air falls to $849 during Amazon's month-end sale
    Apple's M4 MacBook Air is eligible for a $150 discount during Amazon's month-end sale, with several models to choose from.Get an M4 MacBook Air for as low as $849 with month-end-deals - Image credit: AppleThe $150 markdown at Amazon brings the standard M4 MacBook Air 13-inch down to $849.99 in the popular Midnight finish.Buy M4 MacBook Air for $849.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 4 days ago 30 Jan 26, 12:01am -
  • Apple buys audio AI firm Q.ai as it scrambles to upgade Siri
    Apple has confirmed its purchase of Israeli startup Q.ai, a company working on technology to help devices like iPhones better understand the spoken word in challenging conditions.Siri could be about to get a helping handReuters reports that Q.ai's team will join Apple, including its CEO Aviad Maizels. This is the second company Maizels has sold to Apple, following a 2013 sale of PrimeSense.While Apple hasn't confirmed how much it paid for Q.ai or why it chose to buy it, its focus on machine lear…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 11:48pm -
  • 'F1: The Movie' is officially the most-watched film Apple TV history
    Apple has announced that the hugely popular "F1: The Movie" is the most-watched film in Apple TV history, beating hits like "CODA", "Finch", and "Killers of the Flower Moon".Multi-award nominee "F1: The Movie" can be bought or streamed via AppleThe Apple TV X account announced the news with a short video clip cut to make Brad Pitt appear to proclaim the feat "impressive." Pitt stars as an older racing driver returning to the track to compete with a younger generation.This news also comes just da…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 10:52pm -
  • Apple kills off Pro Apps for Education in favor of Creator Studio education subscription
    In a less-than-surprising move, Apple has quietly nixed its budget-friendly bundle of creative professional apps geared towards students and educators, instead pushing customers towards an Apple Creator Studio subscription at a discounted price.Apple Creator Studio for students and educatorsApple has officially removed its "Pro Apps Bundle for Education" from its online educational store, ending the ultra-affordable, one-time purchase for its pro-level creative apps. Until recently, students and…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 10:48pm -
  • 'Father of the iPod' says Apple screwed up AI and should have kept going with the car
    In an extensive new interview, ex-Apple iPod designer Tony Fadell calls out Apple Intelligence, says Apple got the car project wrong, but could now do an AI pin.When Tony Fadell left Apple he founded the Nest thermostat companyIt's almost two decades since Tony Fadell left Apple and started the Nest smart thermostat company. But recently his name has been mentioned as a possible successor to Tim Cook — although possibly only by himself.He has now given an hour interview to the Newcomer Podcast…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 7:21pm -
  • iPhone 16 gives Apple seven of the 10 best-selling phones in 2025
    New data shows the iPhone 16 was the best-selling phone of 2025, with Apple's iPhone accounting for seven of the top 10 devices of the year and Samsung making up the rest.Apple's iPhone 16 has proven popular among buyersThat data, provided by market-watchers Counterpoint Research, has Apple's 2024 entry-level iPhone 16 proving the biggest winner among buyers. Apple's 2025 lineup was also represented, starting with the iPhone 17 Pro Max in fourth spot.Between those two devices, the premium iPhone…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 6:56pm -
  • You may not have the Creator Studio iWork apps installed on your Mac yet
    If you clicked "update" for Creator Studio iWork apps on your Mac, and walked away, you're not quite done yet. Here's what you need to finish the process, and get the new versions.There's another step you may need to complete to get iWork updatedThere's a technical reason for what Apple did here, which we will not delve that deeply into. Basically, the old Mac versions of the iWork apps were bundle-identified as macOS-specific. The new versions are universal working across macOS, iPadOS, and iOS…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 6:46pm -
  • How to view translated lyrics in Apple Music
    Apple's iOS 26 brought some new features to Apple Music. Here's how to view both Lyric Translations and Lyric Pronunciation.How to view Lyrics Pronunciation in Apple MusicIn iOS 26, Apple Music has gained a couple of pretty neat new features. While you've been able to view lyrics in Apple Music for a while now, the company has expanded the feature to offer Lyrics Pronunciation and Lyrics Translation.If you've always wanted to sing along with your favorite foreign songs, Apple Music has got your…
    - 4 days ago 29 Jan 26, 9:34am -
  • Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere universe coming to Apple TV
    A new Apple TV deal could see Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere universe make its way to the subscription service in the form of a new show and movie.Brandon Sanderson's works are set to receive Apple TV adaptations.Apple's streaming service already has an impressive assortment of award-winning shows, including "Severance" and "Ted Lasso." It also has literary adaptions like "Foundation," and now, Apple TV is getting another popular book series with the Cosmere universe.Author of the "Mistborn" series…
    - 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 5:00am -
  • Apple Design Team gains Halide co-founder, but the pro camera app isn't going anywhere
    Sebastiaan de With is the co-founder of Lux, maker of Halide, and formerly worked on the iCloud and Find My teams at Apple, but now he's set to return to Apple and is joining the Design Team.Halide is a pro camera app built for iPhoneApple is such a secretive company that its employees tend to go about their business as unknown entities. However, the company does hire figures from the Apple community from time to time, and when they're prominent, like Serenity Caldwell, their sudden disappearanc…
    - 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 4:35am -
  • Price war: Save $300 on 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM
    A month-end MacBook Pro deal is in effect this week only, saving you $300 on an upgraded 16-inch MacBook Pro with 48GB of unified memory.Grab month-end deals across Apple's MacBook Pro range.The discounted $2,599 price is available at both B&H Photo and Amazon, as the retailers compete for your business with month-end deals.Buy 16" MacBook Pro with 48GB RAM Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
    - 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 3:35am -
  • Apple Watch useful for detecting AFib after treatment, study reveals
    The Apple Watch has plenty of potential for health monitoring even after discovery of a condition, and a new study outlines its usefulness in monitoring patients after atrial fibrillation ablation.The Apple Watch could prove useful to patients who have undergone atrial fibrillation ablation.While a January 2026 study examined the role of the Apple Watch in identifying undiagnosed atrial fibrillation, a separate research paper suggests the smartwatch could help those who have received treatment f…
    - 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 2:38am -
  • Compared: Apple Creator Studio vs Adobe Creative Cloud Pro
    Apple Creator Studio is taking on Adobe's dominant Creative Cloud by offering a selection of apps to create content, paid monthly. There are massive differences between the two subscription services, and some nuance to picking a package. Here's how they compare, and what you can do to fill the gaps.Apple Creator Studio vs Adobe Creative Cloud ProApple decided that it wanted to take on the ten-ton gorilla of creative apps, Adobe, on its own turf. The Apple Creator Studio is a collection of apps f…
    - 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 12:46am -
  • Remember: Cancel Final Cut Pro iPad subscriptions when you set up Apple Creator Studio
    While Apple Creator Studio is a great deal for videographers, artists, and musicians, the subscription won't automatically end any existing subscriptions for Final Cut Pro or Logic Pro on iPad. Here's how to get that done.Final Cut Pro on an iPad ProOn January 28, Apple finally launched its Creator Studio bundle of apps for users to subscribe to. At $12.99 per month or $129 per year, subscribers can get access to a number of Apple's apps, both on Mac and iPad.This includes Final Cut Pro, Logic P…
    - 5 days ago 29 Jan 26, 12:20am -
  • AirTag 2 has a thinner motherboard, bigger speaker coil, and lots of glue
    The second-generation AirTag has a few big changes to go with its improved features, with Apple slimming down the motherboard and changing some of the markings used in the new tracker accessory.AirTag 2 mid-teardown - Image Credit: Joseph TaylorApple updated the AirTag on January 26, with a new version improving some important features, such as an increased distance for finding it with Ultra Wideband to 200 feet. Two days later, one of the first teardowns has revealed what Apple has changed in t…
    - 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 10:34pm -
  • British crime thriller 'Criminal Record' warrants a return to Apple TV in April
    The well-received, London-based Apple TV thriller "Criminal Record," is gearing up for its second season, set to start in April.'Criminal Record'Apple describes the series as "a powerful, character-driven drama set in the heart of contemporary London, exploring the impossibility of policing when the truth is up for grabs." The second season will see rival police officers forge an uneasy alliance after a young man is stabbed to death at a political rally.Like its predecessor, "Criminal Record" se…
    - 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 9:52pm -
  • Expect strong iPhone 17 demand, AI talk in Apple's Q1 results call
    Wall Street is still underestimating Apple's prospects for 2026, with Wedbush's Q1 forecast expecting discussion about iPhone 17 demand and the AI landscape to dominate Thursday's analyst call.Apple's early promotion of a contextual Siri upgrade - Image Credit: AppleOn Thursday, Apple will be releasing its first-quarter results and holding its usual conference call with analysts. One day before those expectedly huge results arrive, Wedbush has provided its own analysis on the financial side of A…
    - 5 days ago 28 Jan 26, 8:50pm -
  • Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 & travel charger review: Wired performance, wireless convenience
    Belkin has launched three new 25W wireless fast chargers that are the first to support Qi2.2. I've been testing them out with the iPhone 16 Pro, and I'm shocked at how well they work.Belkin UltraCharge review: Belkin is the first to release Qi2.2 chargers with 25W of powerApple first brought 25W wireless charging to the iPhone with the iPhone 16 lineup. It introduced a new version of its MagSafe puck at the same time.Third-party chargers can now offer similar 25W charging to iPhones. Belkin is t…
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  • espresso Pro 15 review: The ultimate 4K portable display for Mac & iPad users
    If you're on the go a lot, the espresso Pro 15 4K portable display is an indispensable travel companion for iPad and Mac users.espresso Pro 15 review: A high-res, portable displayWe last reviewed the espresso 17 Pro in 2024, but it was a bit bulky for some users who need something more compact. There was no smaller version with anything above 1080P support though.That was until CES 2025 when the company finally announced it had a new 15-inch 4K model on the horizon. After months of waiting, it's…
    - 29 May 25, 9:23pm -

MacWorld

  • newApple may be planning a folding throwback that you’ll flip over
    MacworldApple hasn’t even launched its first foldable device–the iPhone Fold is strongly expected to launch this fall, more than seven months away–but reports indicate the company is already working on the follow-up. The latest report says this will be something rather different: a clamshell-style flip phone.In the latest edition of his Power On newsletter, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman says Apple “is already thinking about what comes next.” At one stage, that was expected…
    - 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 7:54pm -
  • newMSP360 Backup Review: A powerful Time Machine alternative for advanced Mac users
    MacworldAt a glanceProsCompetitive pricing with a generous 15-day full-feature trialHighly customizable feature set with strong encryption, scripting, scheduling, and detailed logsFast, reliable performance for both local and cloud backups, even with large data setsConsWindows-style interface with missing Mac-friendly UI elements and no time-remaining indicatorSteep learning curve, thin documentation, and vague error messages5TB local and cloud storage cap until…
    - 1 hour ago 2 Feb 26, 7:45pm -
  • newCreator Studio vs. Creative Cloud: Can Apple’s new suite take on Adobe?
    MacworldApple Creator Studio is now available, and it provides a good alternative for creators who want professional image, audio, and video editing software at more affordable prices. Its direct competitor, of course, is Adobe’s Creative Cloud, which still dominates the market with a suite of powerful tools.If you’re a Mac user, you’re probably wondering which one is worth subscribing to, whether you are someone who already works with Adobe apps or are just starting your journe…
    - 3 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 5:45pm -
  • newUgreen Nexode 200W Charging Station Review: Eight ports, serious desktop power
    MacworldAt a glanceExpert's RatingPros8 ports in compact body3x 100W PD 3.0 portsStand includedConsWon’t fast-charge 16-inch MacBook Pro: no 140W PD 3.1 port200W max output may limitOur Verdict You won’t find a desktop charger with this number of USB ports and certainly none that we’d trust at a price this competitive. It lacks a 140W PD 3.1 port so isn’t for owners of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but is fine for 14-inch Pro or MacBook Air users, and of c…
    - 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 5:28pm -
  • newApple keeps winning today by betting on tomorrow
    MacworldApple, the beleaguered tech giant so far behind in the AI race that it had to ask a rival for help, nevertheless announced startlingly healthy financial results last week, thereby suggesting that, in the tech sector as in Hollywood, nobody knows anything. Maybe customers, who happily spent a record $85 billion on iPhones in late 2025, don’t care about AI as much as we thought.Aside from the eye-watering numbers, however, the most striking thing about Tim Cook’s triumphant…
    - 4 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 5:00pm -
  • newThis stacked $399.99 second monitor for MacBooks is now only $180
    MacworldTL;DR: The Duex Float is a portable monitor that attaches to the top of your laptop, and it’s on sale now for $180.Second monitors for laptops aren’t uncommon, but most of them suffer from the same design flaw: they’re uncomfortable. Instead of constantly turning your head to see half your workspace, the Duex Float Portable Stacked Monitor gives you another option. This second monitor stacks on top of your laptop, so you can keep your work at eye level, and it’s o…
    - 8 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • newApple just completely changed how you buy a Mac
    MacworldFor as long as Apple’s been selling Macs online, it has offered them in a very specific way. There’s the base model, then models with more RAM and storage, higher processor options, larger displays, etc. It requires a bit of study—some models have more storage but less RAM—but it made the pricing very clear.If you go to buy a new Mac from Apple.com today, you’ll notice that things have changed. Instead of a variety of pre-configured options, you’ll see a single pro…
    - 18 hours ago 2 Feb 26, 3:39am -
  • Despite the global RAM shortage, this MacBook Pro is only $440 (MSRP $1,999)
    MacworldTL;DR: Get a near-mint condition refurbished MacBook Pro on sale for $440 (reg. $1,999).The global RAM shortage is raising prices for new computers across the board, but there’s still a way to get a reliable machine for a good price. This refurbished MacBook Pro is in near-mint condition, but it has still been marked down to $439.99 (reg. $1,999).This 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro uses a 10th-gen quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with a 2.0GHz base speed and Turbo Boost…
    - 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • AI isn’t replacing people who know how to use it
    MacworldTL;DR: trAInedup.ai helps everyday people build real AI skills through short, practical lessons, and a lifetime Basic Plan is available for $79.99.Love it or hate it, AI is now baked into how work gets done. The real advantage isn’t just having access to AI tools. It’s knowing how to use them well. trAInedup.ai is built for people who feel overwhelmed by the hype but still want practical, usable skills, and its lifetime subscription is $79.99 (MSRP $459).Instead o…
    - 1 day ago 1 Feb 26, 1:30pm -
  • You’re wasting time copy-pasting into ChatGPT
    MacworldTL;DR: Get BrowserCopilot AI’s unlimited lifetime plan for $69 and bring a fully personalized, multi-model AI assistant into your browser (MSRP $619).Confession time: How many times are you bugging ChatGPT during the day? No judgement. But if you’re still copying and pasting between tabs, you’re doing it the slow, messy way. BrowserCopilot fixes that.This browser-native AI assistant lives inside Chrome (and other Chromium browsers), giving you instant, context-a…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:30pm -
  • Get a Touch Bar MacBook Pro + MS Office for just $445
    MacworldTL;DR: For $444.99, you get a powerful, near-mint MacBook Pro and lifetime Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac—hardware and software handled in one smart move.If your current laptop is hanging on by a thread, or your productivity apps are locked behind monthly fees, this bundle is a no-brainer. For just $444.99, you get a Grade A refurbished 13″ MacBook Pro and a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac.That’s a serious upgrade for less than…
    - 2 days ago 31 Jan 26, 1:30pm -
  • This 20,000mAh power bank is the best $33 you’ll ever spend
    MacworldEvery Apple user needs a great power bank, whether they’re traveling all day or just roaming from room to room, that has enough juice for their iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Today’s deal is the only one you’ll ever need: The 20,000mAh Mophie PowerStation Pro is down to an incredible $33 at Amazon, a massive 45 percent discount and the best price we’ve ever seen.This is a power bank with a massive capacity of 20,000mAh, which is enough to charge your smartphone about four time…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 11:00pm -
  • 2026 Mac mini with M5 & M5 Pro: Release date, specs, performance & price rumors
    MacworldThe Mac mini is a top-tier choice for a wide range of users, from home office workers to creative professionals, thanks to its excellent performance-to-price ratio and versatile, space-saving design. Following a significant redesign in late 2024, the Mac mini became smaller, faster, and more appealing than ever.If you’re thinking about buying a Mac mini, you’re probably wondering whether Apple is planning another update soon, what new features might be coming to the 2026 M…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:46pm -
  • Sorry Apple fans, Mac prices might be going up this year
    MacworldThese early days of AI development are filled with promises, potential, excitement, hallucinations, and abominations. These early days are also costing us a lot of money, too. Take RAM, for example. Prices have skyrocketed because demand has skyrocketed, thanks to AI infrastructure needs. So far, the Apple consumer hasn’t been affected, but that could change soon.Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently posted an analysis of the RAM market and how Apple could handle the situation surro…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 9:24pm -
  • ‘Harmful’ Google ads masquerading as how-tos are tricking Mac users
    MacworldClario, the developers behind the MacKeeper utility, recently warned about a deceptive ad that appears on Google when users search for terms related to Mac storage. The ad takes users to a suspicious site with instructions that contain “harmful content for Mac users.”The ads, according to Clario, appear when searching for “Mac cleaner,” “Clear cache macos” and similar terms. The ads display a Google Docs URL (docs.google.com) or a Medium URL (profile-apple.medium.c…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 7:40pm -
  • Best antivirus for Mac 2026: Security apps tested vs Apple Xprotect & Gatekeeper
    MacworldIt wasn’t so long ago that many users believed Macs didn’t need security software. Not only was the platform thought to be inherently secure by design, but the vast majority of computer users were running Windows, so that was where the money was for malware writers. Several high-profile attacks and a surge in popularity later, and now even Apple acknowledges macOS is a target, building in security tools like XProtect and Gatekeeper for basic protection from known Mac malware.…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 6:40pm -
  • 5 iPhone 18 rumors that will make you hate the phone you have now
    MacworldLast year, Apple launched the iPhone 17 Pro with a striking design overhaul, meaningful upgrades to the telephoto and selfie cameras, and a ton of internal enhancements. With the addition of vapor-chamber cooling and a larger battery, performance and endurance have reached new highs for the Pro lineup.Still, there’s ample room for refinement. Several core components of the iPhone 17 Pro have gone untouched for years, and their age is beginning to show. Fortunately, the iPhon…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 5:47pm -
  • 11 Apple Creator Studio facts you need to know before subscribing
    MacworldApple Creator Studio is now available to users. The bundle gathers apps like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro into a single subscription. Subscribers also get access to exclusive features in some Apple apps, such as Keynote, Pages, and Numbers.But there are a few small details about Apple Creator Studio that weren’t clear until we had a chance to play around with it. So here are 11 things you might not know about the bundle.1. There is no Creator Studio app…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 5:45pm -
  • Buying an older iPhone? Here’s how to avoid getting ripped off
    MacworldWhen we talk about buying a new iPhone, the latest models are naturally the most appealing. But in reality, for most people, buying an iPhone 17 is going to look like overkill. If you’re thinking about buying an iPhone in 2026 but don’t want the latest flagship, looking at older models may be a good option.Of course, you should be selective about which model you choose, as not every older iPhone is worth buying. Read on as we detail the best choices for those planning to b…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 5:00pm -
  • Replace your PDF editor subscription with this $40 lifetime license
    MacworldTL;DR: PDF Reader Pro is a full PDF editor with a lifetime license on sale now for $39.99.Paying a monthly subscription for a PDF editor is kind of like paying to access one of the most common file formats in the world. PDFs aren’t going away, but the subscription fees can. Instead of paying monthly, switch to a lifetime subscription with a platform like PDF Reader Pro. Right now, it’s only $39.99 (reg. $79.99).PDF Reader Pro can edit text and images directly in a…
    - 3 days ago 30 Jan 26, 1:30pm -