Apple highlights 2026 sales tax holidays for Macs, iPads, and more in 10 states
Apple published its 2026 sales tax holiday page this week, outlining when customers in 10 U.S. states can buy select products without paying state sales tax. Customers can shop tax-free online or in-store, but the dates, devices, and price limits vary dramatically.

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Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV tomorrow
Major League Soccer (MLS) returns to Apple TV tomorrow, July 16, as regular-season play resumes and the league welcomes fans back… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Cracked smiling face, pickle, and lighthouse: Meet the 2027 iPhone emoji
Macworld With its announcement of new set of emojis to be released next year, the Unicode Consortium is finally giving us an image of a whole, crisp pickle. You’ll soon be able to stop fretting about using the current chopped pickle/cucumber emoji (which will remain, to the relief of chopped gourd enthusiasts everywhere). In addition to the pickle, eight other emojis will become available. You can see them in the above image, but here’s a summary: Monarch Butterfly: This will join the current blue Morpho Butterfly (🦋). Unicode’s Jennifer Daniel states that the Monarch offers “a different weight class of meaning, carrying a narrative of generational resilience, endurance, and deep ancestral memory.” While the Morpho is “the symbol for ‘pretty aesthetics.'” Net with Handle: If you’ve always felt that a bucket (🪣) wasn’t quite the symbol you needed, the Net with Handle is here to the rescue. Meteor: Not to be confused with Comet, which is, apparently, “a sparkling blue ball of ice,” as Daniel puts it. But currently, there’s no blue ball of ice in iOS or macOS; search for “meteor” or “comet,” and you’ll find an emoji that looks like the new Meteor (☄️), as well as a shooting star (💫) and a dotted image on the Mac (☄). “Fonts with a ball of fire will move that design to this new home,” Daniel said. Leftwards/Rightwards Thumb Sign: Your mother said that pointing (👉🏼 👈🏼) is rude. Pointing with your thumbs seems a lot more congenial. Cracked Smiling Face: It’s not just an emoji. It’s a sign of the times. Lighthouse: A “literal guiding light through the dark night of your soul,” Daniel describes. Pickle: For the times you’re caught in one. Or you’re asked about what you want on your chicken sandwich. Eraser: Daniel said this one “helps when retroactive boundary-setting or communicating the urge to wipe the slate clean.” Apple creates its own stylistic versions of the emojis approved by the Unicode Consortium, so these new emojis will look different in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS from what is shown here. They’re likely to arrive sometime next year in iOS 27.3 or iOS 27.4.

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Apple reportedly pursuing AI chip company acquisitions
Apple is quietly shopping for AI chip companies. The company has been approaching chip startups and consulting with bankers about potential… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple marks the return of MLS with new Apple Maps guides, Apple Music playlists, more
With the 2026 World Cup drawing to a close, Major League Soccer returns tomorrow on Apple TV, alongside several tie-in features in Apple Maps, Apple Sports, Apple Fitness+, and more. Here are the details.

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OpenAI selling $230 Codex Micro hardware product
Last month, OpenAI teased Codex-branded hardware. Today, the company has released its collaboration with Work Louder: a $230 Codex Micro keyboard product.

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Apple Watch Series 12: Four rumored new features coming soon
Among the many new products Apple has coming this fall is the Apple Watch Series 12. Here are four rumored new features coming to this year’s Apple Watch update.

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World Cup get you hooked on soccer? Apple TV has your fix.
Ready to capitalize on FIFA World Cup buzz, Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV this week with familiar faces on the field. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Suno now lets iPhone users generate songs directly in iMessage
Starting today, iPhone users who have the Suno app installed can generate songs from the Messages app using text or voice prompts. Here are the details.

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Dress up your setup: New MacBook Neo accessories match Apple’s colorful laptop
Satechi expanded the MacBook Neo ecosystem with color-matched hubs and a wireless mouse designed for Apple's budget notebook. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Deals: Apple Watch Series 11 $130 off, AirPods, M5 MacBook Air, iPhone 17 Pro, HomeKit lamp, Bose, more
Alongside the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3 and the up to $130 off Apple Watch Series 11, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Amazon re-stocking select M5 MacBook Air models at $150 off and the Amazon Renewed Premium iPhone 17 Pro models at $220 off today (plus more up to $449 off). We also have Eve’s wireless HomeKit orb lamp with Siri at 25% off, the first discount on the new Bose Lifestyle Ultra soundbar and speakers bundle at $250 off, and Nomad leather iPhone 17/Air cases up to 30% off. Head below for a closer look at all of those and much more.

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Report: Apple looking into buying chip startups to strengthen its AI infrastructure
The Information reports that Apple has been in talks with bankers and semiconductor startups as it explores acquisitions to strengthen its AI server capabilities. Here are the details.

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Satechi USB-C Snap Hub review: Best hub for MacBook Neo
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Six ports for two-port Neo Perfect color-matched accessory Compact and lightweight 4K/60Hz HDMI Card readers Legacy USB-A Passthrough power Cons Card readers are slow Our Verdict The Satechi USB-C Snap Hub is the best hub for most MacBook Neo owners, combining a perfectly color-matched, flush-fitting design with the essential ports the Neo lacks at an affordable price. Available in Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver, it looks like a natural extension of the laptop while adding charging, USB expansion, HDMI, and SD card support in a compact, cable-free design. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$44.99 Best Prices Today: Satechi USB-C Snap Hub Retailer Price Satechi $44.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket What is it? A six-port hub that connects to a MacBook via its adjacent USB-C ports. Who is it for? The colors match those of the MacBook Neo, and offer those users a bunch of expandability options including power, device-connection, storage and display support. Buy it if you want neat everyday expansion.  Who shouldn’t buy it? While it works with all MacBooks that have two USB-C or Thunderbolt ports next to each other, it is slower than 40Gbps Thunderbolt and even 10Gbps USB-C. It won’t work with desktop Macs. Choose a faster Thunderbolt or DisplayLink hub for professional workflows or multiple displays. Apple’s MacBook Neo’s low price-point means you must accept certain compromises, but as we point out in our MacBook Neo review these are feature/price trade-offs that won’t be noticed by the target market or even some pro Mac users looking for an affordable laptop. The most obvious concession to price is the Neo’s constrained ports. There are only two USB-C ports, and even they aren’t identical. The front or right-side port is more than 20 times slower than the 10Gbps rear/left USB-C port as it runs on older USB 2.0 (480Mbps) speeds. It’s good for charging, and that’s about it. It’s about the same speed as you’d get from a USB memory stick in 2010. Neither port supports Thunderbolt, Apple’s standard and superior connection port on all its other Macs and even some iPads. The answer is to add a hub to the rear/left port that includes extra ports that then become available to the Neo. We’ve tested the best USB-C hubs and adapters, but there’s something about them that will be off-putting to Neo owners: they are all either silver or Space Gray to match the more expensive MacBooks. While this might not bother owners of the Silver Neo, people who deliberately chose a Citrus, Blush, or Indigo Neo are left a little off-color. Part of Satechi’s MacBook Neo collection are two Neo-matching hubs: the new USB-C Snap Hub and color versions of the Satechi OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter that we reviewed in its black-only 7-port form. Simon Jary The USB-C Snap Hub ($44.99 / £44.99) is engineered specifically for MacBook Neo’s asymmetric USB-C port design. It also works with other MacBooks with two adjacent Thunderbolt ports, and measures 3.95 x 1.43 x 0.39 inches (100 x 29 x 10mm) with a marginal weight of 1.13oz (32g). Satechi What ports do you get? The color-matched aluminum hub features a flush dual-connector design that expands the Neo’s two USB-C ports into six handy connections: Two upstream USB-C connectors to the MacBook One USB-C port (5Gbps) One USB-C port (45W Power Delivery) One USB-A port (5Gbps) One HDMI (4K/60Hz) One SD card reader (UHS-I, 104MBps) One MicroSD card reader (UHS-I, 104MBps) While the Snap Hub takes up both of the Neo’s ports, it leaves you with six. Ports from left: USB-C (45W passthrough Power Delivery); HDMI (4K/60Hz); USB-A (5Gbps); MicroSD and SD card readers (104MBps); USB-C (5Gbps).Simon Jary The USB-C port at the far left takes over charging duties, with a potential 45W of output to the Neo, which is plenty as the laptop ships with just a 20W charger in its box (or none if you’re buying in the U.K. or E.U.). Apple doesn’t mention fast-charging when it comes to the Neo’s tech specs but it will charge faster if you connect a 30W or higher charger as it will take in 30W if you supply it—with 30W you should get a Neo from 0-100% in 90 minutes compared to 140 minutes at 20W. You don’t need the Satechi Snap Hub to achieve faster charging: just a 30W or higher USB-C wall charger such as the Anker Nano 30W Charger ($16.99), which is also available in a range of colors although not exactly matching the Neo like Satechi’s hub. The Snap Hub’s other USB-C port offers data-transfer at 5Gbps—that’s half as fast as the Neo’s own data port but a speed that should be acceptable to most. I wouldn’t use it in a professional video studio, but for most everyday tasks it should be fine. The remaining 5Gbps of bandwidth could be used by the legacy USB-A port or the HDMI port. Satechi Can it connect an external display? Natively, the MacBook Neo supports only one external display. That’s down to Apple’s display limitations that similarly affect the early MacBooks with base M1 and M2 chip. You’ll need a DisplayLink dock or hub if you want to connect more than one display to the MacBook Neo. The Satechi Snap Hub isn’t DisplayLink enabled but its HDMI port will let you connect a 4K UHD monitor (3840 x 2160 pixels) at a decent 60Hz refresh rate—the standard for most hubs and docks, even for some of the best Thunderbolt docking stations. The monitor will need to feature an HDMI port itself, but it’s rare to find a display without HDMI. If you hanker after multiple external displays to connect to your Neo, look to a DisplayLink dock. Satechi Can you expand the MacBook Neo’s storage? SD and MicroSD card readers are useful for adding affordable and ultra-portable storage. The Neo’s maximum internal storage is 512GB with the Touch ID model. The entry-level Neo comes with just 256GB of internal storage Although storage prices are volatile right now, you can buy an SD or MicroSD card to boost your Neo’s capacity without breaking the bank. You can expand the base Neo’s 256GB storage 1.5 times to 374GB by adding a 128GB $40 MicroSD card from Amazon or double it to 512GB with a 256GB MicroSD card ($60). The Snap Hub’s card slots aren’t the fastest—its 104MBps readers are noticeably slower than faster 312MBps slots—for backups and everyday work, they should be acceptable for Neo users. Satechi How does it compare with the alternatives? Available in Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver, the Satechi Snap Hub is priced at $44.99 / £44.99 either direct from Satechi or Amazon. U.K. users should note that Amazon availability will be live at the end of July. That’s a little cheaper than the Plugable 9-in-1 USB-C Multiport Hub that has more ports but will only semi-match the Silver Neo. It connects via a cable so isn’t as neat as the SnapHub. You get the same basic ports except three USB-A, which I doubt you’ll need. It offers 100W passthrough charging but as the Neo can accept only 30W it’s overkill for Apple’s colorful laptop. What it does have that might tempt you is a Gigabit Ethernet port for wired access to networks. Satechi has also Neo-colored its magnetic OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter.Satechi Satechi has also color-matched its OntheGo Multiport Adapter ($44.99 / £44.99) to the Neo range. This five-port hub does differ from the standard $59.99 OnTheGo Multiport Adapter that has seven ports. Both connect to the Mac with a 10Gbps host cable, but the potential passthrough power to the laptop is a lower 60W on the 5-port compared to 80W on the 7-port. This won’t impact Neo users as the entry-level MacBook can take on a maximum of 30W anyway. Lacking from the 5-port Neo model are the Gigabit Ethernet port, the MicroSD card reader, and one of the USB-A ports. However, it adds a 5Gbps USB-C data port to replace the one used up by the Hub itself, which is more necessary as there’s just the one data port on the Neo. Its circular shape and soft-touch magnetic base can mount flush to the Neo’s lid via the included 3M adhesive ring. You can also snap it to a USB-C iPhone (15 or later) if you need it on your handset as well as your Neo laptop. As part of its Neo collection, Satechi has also launched a color-matched, low-profile and stylish Slim EX Wireless Mouse ($29.99 / £29.99) that supports two Bluetooth channels and a 2.4GHz wireless connection with quiet click buttons and a precision-machined scroll wheel. Satechi Elsewhere we’ve rounded up the best accessories for MacBook Neo that these will definitely join. Should you buy the Satechi USB-C Snap Hub? The Satechi Snap Hub’s slim anodized aluminum form factor fits flush against the MacBook Neo with no dangling cables—until you add the ones you need for power, expansion, storage and display support. There are similarly port-packed USB-C hubs available, but few so perfectly matched to the Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver colors of the Neo.

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Today in Apple history: Apple debuts its thinnest-ever iPod touch
On July 15, 2015, Apple introduced the sixth version of its iPod touch music player. The super-skinny sixth-gen iPod touch rocked. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV tomorrow

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Big AI acquisitions are not off the table under new CEO John Ternus
Apple knows that it needs to get really serious about AI server chips. There are signs that the company is willing to spend big under John Ternus to buy its way out of its AI problem.Siri could get even more powerful thanks to AI-related acquisitions. We already know that Apple is looking at deals such as one with PrismML to improve its on-device processing and Siri's capabilities. Apple also wants to further its server-based AI processing too.According to an article published on Wednesday by The Information, Apple is showing signs it's ready to switch acquisition tactics. Instead of deals in the hundreds of millions of dollars, it's prepared to do more in the range of billions of dollars, rivaling the deals to get Beats and PA Semi. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple TV’s acclaimed dark comedy ‘Where’s Wanda?’ returns for season two on October 21st
Apple TV on Wednesday revealed first look images and the season two premiere date for celebrated dark comedy series “Where’s Wanda?” The… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Save $150 on Apple's 1TB M5 MacBook Air at Amazon
Amazon is knocking $150 off 1TB 13-inch MacBook Air M5 models, available with 16GB or 24GB of RAM.Save $150 on 1TB 13-inch MacBook Air models - Image credit: AppleThe $150 markdown can be found on two 13-inch MacBook Air models, each with 1TB of storage. With the discount, the M5/16GB/1TB option is now $1,449, while the 24GB option is marked down to $1,649.Save $150 on 1TB MacBook Air M5 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Judge dismisses $32.8 billion iCloud CSAM lawsuit against Apple
A federal judge tosses a class-action lawsuit filed against Apple, ruling that a 1996 law shields it from liability for CSAM material in iCloud Photos. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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OpenAI blames email mixup for why it didn't respond to Apple trade theft claims
It seemed as if the last straw for Apple was how OpenAI failed to respond to complaints about trade secret theft, but the ChatGPT maker says it did reply and the real problem is a lack of attention to detail by Apple's lawyers.OpenAI CEO Sam Altman - image credit: Emerson CollectiveApple is suing OpenAI over alleged theft of intellectual property, and initially the firm's response was an empty claim of being unaware of the issue. However, as first spotted by NBC, OpenAI's lawyers are now concentrating on an issue they seem to think derails the whole suit.Reportedly, despite Apple saying that OpenAI failed to even respond to its allegations of trade secret theft, the company says it did. A source that is unknown but difficult not to guess, has shared OpenAI emails with NBC and they apparently do confirm that the firm responded. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Report: How an email mistake derailed talks between Apple and OpenAI ahead of the lawsuit
NBC News reports that talks between Apple and OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft broke down after an outside lawyer for Apple mistakenly emailed the wrong OpenAI employee and confused their interactions. Here are the details.

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9to5Mac Daily: July 15, 2026 – iOS 27 public beta is here
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Backblaze: Backup you can rely on. Save 20% with code 9to5daily.

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Ugreen’s tiny 65W USB-C charger is nearly 50% off for the first time
Macworld Ugreen Nexode Air 65W charger View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Ugreen’s tiny Nexode Air 65W charger is on sale for an amazing $21.49, a massive 46 percent off from its $40 MSRP. That’s the best price we’ve seen for this model, and it’s an absolutely fantastic deal, especially since you also get a cable for the price, a rarity these days. You’ll need to get it in gray for the best price, but other colors are on sale for just a couple of dollars more The 65W fast charging is probably the thing you’ll love the most because that kind of speed is enough to charge your iPhone, your iPad, and even your MacBook Air. The charger is powerful enough to take your MacBook Air from 0 to 55 percent in about half an hour, so that’s going to come in quite handy if you want to swap out the larger laptop bricks. At just 1.22 x 1.30 x 1.59 inches with foldable prongs, this charger can slip into your pocket, bag, or backpack with ease. The GaN chip inside makes it possible for the charger to be so compact while also delivering tons of protection for your device, including Thermal Guard to prevent overheating during fast charging. One thing to know before buying — it only has a single USB-C port, so it can only charge one device at a time. That’s not generally a tragedy, but just something you have to consider when talking about your habits. At $21.49, this Ugreen Nexode Air is a smart pick if you want a compact, reliable charger that handles everything from your phone to your MacBook. Even better, it comes with a speedy cable so you don’t have to buy any extras.

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U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) drops in June, signaling easing inflation pressures
PPI data for June 2026 shows a 0.3% decline in the index for final demand on a seasonally adjusted basis. U.S. inflation is coming down… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple adds new 36-month financing options for iPad purchases
Apple has added new financing options for cellular iPad purchases. As of today, you can buy cellular iPads directly from Apple with 36-month financing from AT&T and Verizon.

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Apple TV reveals first look and return date for ‘Where’s Wanda?’ season two
Apple TV today shared a first look at season two of the German dark comedy ‘Where’s Wanda?’ and confirmed its return date. Here are the details.

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Microsoft Patches a Record 570 Security Flaws
Microsoft Corp. today released software updates to plug at least 570 security holes in its Windows operating systems and other software, almost triple the number of vulnerabilities the software giant fixed in its record-smashing Patch Tuesday release last month. Microsoft attributed the burgeoning patch counts to vulnerability discoveries aided by artificial intelligence.

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Lessons Learned from CISA’s Recent GitHub Leak
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a postmortem on a data leak in which a contractor published dozens of internal CISA credentials -- including AWS Govcloud keys -- in a public GitHub repository for almost six months before being notified by KrebsOnSecurity. Experts say the gaps identified in the agency's initial response provide important lessons that all security teams should absorb.

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Felons, Fraudsters Flog Offensive Cybersecurity Startup
A cybersecurity startup dangling millions of dollars to acquire zero-day security vulnerabilities in popular software is run by a pair of far-right conspiracy theorists and convicted felons whose most recent ventures included fake intelligence companies and a now-defunct AI-based lobbying platform they operated under assumed names.

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FBI Seizes NetNut Proxy Platform, Popa Botnet
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said today it worked with industry partners to seize hundreds of domains associated with NetNut, a sprawling residential proxy service operated by the publicly-traded Israeli company Alarum Technologies [NASDAQ: ALAR]. The action comes roughly two weeks after KrebsOnSecurity published findings from multiple security firms connecting NetNut to the Popa botnet, a collection of at least two million devices that have been compromised by malicious software with little or no consent from victims.

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Scattered Spider Hackers Plead Guilty on Day 1 of Trial
Two men pleaded guilty in the United Kingdom this week to criminal charges stemming from an August 2024 cyberattack that crippled Transport for London, the entity responsible for the public transport network in the Greater London area. The duo were key members of a prolific cybercrime group known as Scattered Spider, and their guilty pleas came on the first day of what was expected to be a six-week trial.

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Vulnerability Summary for the Week of June 15, 2026
High Vulnerabilities PrimaryVendor -- Product Description Published CVSS Score Source Info 10Web--Form Maker by 10Web Unauthenticated SQL Injection in Form Maker by 10Web login() and establish an authenticated session as any user including admin. Attackers can obtain the Meet shared secret through path-traversal vulnerabilities or timing attacks against checkToken.json.php, then POST a crafted file to uploadRecordedVideo.json.php with a filename like '1-anything.mp4' to hijack admin sessions and gain full account takeover. 2026-06-20 8.1 CVE-2026-56345 AVideo--AVideo AVideo through version 26.0 contains multiple unauthenticated list.json.php endpoints in payment plugins lacking authorization checks, exposing PayPal tokens, Authorize.Net webhooks, and Bitcoin transaction records. Unauthenticated attackers can retrieve all payment transaction data including agreement IDs, user financial records, and API responses via direct GET requests to vulnerable endpoints. 2026-06-20 7.5 CVE-2026-56341 Awesomemotive--Contact Form by WPForms Unauthenticated Broken Access Control in Contact Form by WPForms

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‘Popa’ Botnet Linked to Publicly-Traded Israeli Firm
For the past four years, a sprawling Android-based botnet called Popa has forced millions of consumer TV boxes to relay Internet traffic linked to advertising fraud, account takeovers, and mass data-scraping efforts. This week, researchers from multiple security firms concluded that the Popa botnet is linked to NetNut, a "residential proxy" provider operated by the publicly-traded Israeli firm Alarum Technologies Ltd [NASDAQ: ALAR].

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Who Runs the Ransomware Group ‘The Gentlemen?’
A cybercrime group known as The Gentlemen has emerged as the second most active ransomware gang by victim count, rapidly attracting a talented pool of hackers through an aggressive recruitment strategy that promises affiliates 90 percent of any ransom paid by victims. This post examines clues pointing to a real life identity for the administrator of The Gentlemen ransomware group.

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A Record-Breaking Patch Tuesday for June 2026
Microsoft today released software updates to plug nearly 200 security holes across its Windows operating systems and supported software, a record number of fixes for the company's monthly Patch Tuesday cycle. Nearly three dozen of those bugs earned Microsoft's most dire "critical" rating, and exploit code for at least three of the weaknesses is now publicly available.

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Hackers Used Meta’s AI Support Bot to Seize Instagram Accounts
The Instagram accounts for the Obama White House and the Chief Master Sergeant of the U.S. Space Force were briefly defaced with pro-Iranian images and messages over the weekend, after instructions began circulating on Telegram showing how to trick Meta's "AI support assistant" bot into resetting account passwords.

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Netherlands Seizes 800 Servers, Arrests 2 for Aiding Cyberattacks
Authorities in the Netherlands have arrested the co-owners of two related Internet hosting companies for operating IT infrastructure used by Russia to carry out cyberattacks, influence operations and disinformation campaigns inside the European Union. The two men were the focus of a 2025 KrebsOnSecurity story about how their hosting companies had assumed control over the technical infrastructure of Stark Industries Solutions, an Internet service provider sanctioned last year by the EU as a frequent staging ground for cyber mischief from Russia's intelligence agencies.

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Three Excellent iPhone 17 Air Deals Available Right Now at Total Wireless, Boost Mobile, and Verizon
The new iPhone 17 Air starts at $999 from Apple, but several wireless carriers are currently offering discounts that can significantly reduce the cost. Total Wireless, Boost Mobile, and Verizon all have competitive promotions available right now, although each approaches savings a little differently. Read More for the full details. Shop Total Wireless iPhone 17 Air Deals Shop Boost Mobile iPhone 17 Air Deals Shop Verizon iPhone 17 Air Deals Compare all current iPhone prices and carrier deals on our iPhone Price Tracker.

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Get AirPods Pro 3 for only $199 right now, $50 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has Apple AirPods Pro 3 on sale for $50 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods Pro 3: $199, $50 off Their price is the lowest currently available for AirPods Pro 3. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.

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Amazon Cuts Up to $500 Off 16-Inch M5 Max MacBook Pro Models, Lowest Prices Since Apple’s MSRP Increase
Amazon is now offering substantial discounts on both standard 16-inch M5 Max MacBook Pro configurations. The 36GB/2TB model is currently $400 below Apple's MSRP, while the higher-end 48GB/2TB version is discounted by $500. What's particularly notable is that these deals arrive after Apple recently increased pricing. While Apple's MSRP has moved higher, Amazon inventory continues to be available at significantly lower prices, creating some of the best values we've seen on the 16-inch M5 Max lineup. The larger $500 discount applies to the flagship 48GB/2TB configuration, while the 36GB/2TB model is currently available at a $400 savings. Both discounts represent some of the lowest prices currently available on these professional-grade MacBook Pro configurations. Amazon is also offering fast shipping on available inventory, making this an attractive opportunity for buyers who have been waiting for lower pricing on Apple's most powerful notebook models. For the latest prices and availability, visit our 16" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Sunday Sale: $100 off Apple Watch Series 11 models
Amazon is offering a $100 discount on new Apple Watch Series 11 models right now. Shipping is free: - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $299, save $100 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $329, save $100 - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $399, save $100 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $429, save $100 These are the lowest prices available for Apple Watch Series 11 models. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Verizon’s New $30 Simplicity Plan Can Make an iPhone 17 Practically Free
Verizon's new Simplicity Plan starts at just $30/month for new customers, making it one of the carrier's most affordable unlimited plans in years. The plan includes unlimited data, Verizon's 5G Ultra Wideband network, hotspot data, and roaming in Canada and Mexico. Verizon is also pairing the plan with aggressive iPhone promotions that can dramatically reduce the cost of a new iPhone 17. View Verizon's Current iPhone Deals → Here's what the base iPhone 17 lineup costs when paired with Verizon's new Simplicity Plan. Depending on the model you choose and your eligibility for Verizon's latest promotions, some customers may pay little more than the cost of the plan itself. See Today's Verizon iPhone Deals and Pricing →

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Today’s AirPods Deals: AirPods Pro 3 $30 off, AirPods Max 2 $52 off at Amazon
Amazon's latest sale is delivering good AirPods prices, with discounts available across Apple's entire AirPods lineup. AirPods 4 are currently $99, AirPods 4 with ANC are $148.99, AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to $219, and AirPods Max 2 are now $497. Shop Amazon's Prime Day AirPods deals here. The biggest discounts are available on AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2, which are currently selling for approximately $30 and $52 below Apple's MSRP, respectively.Note that pricing can change quickly. For the latest sales and deals, see our AirPods Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Amazon Drops 512GB MacBook Neo to $689.99, First Major Discount Since Apple’s Price Increase
Amazon is now offering the first major discount we've seen on Apple's 512GB MacBook Neo since the company recently raised prices. The Indigo model is currently available for $689.99, which is about $110 below Apple's new MSRP and the lowest price we've found anywhere for a 512GB Neo. The timing makes this deal particularly interesting. While Apple increased pricing across the Neo lineup, some retailer inventory has yet to fully catch up. As a result, shoppers can still pick up a 512GB MacBook Neo at pricing that effectively undercuts Apple's current retail pricing by a significant margin. The 512GB model remains one of the most attractive configurations in the Neo lineup, offering double the storage of the base model while maintaining the same lightweight design, long battery life, and everyday performance that have made the MacBook Neo so popular. Amazon is also offering fast shipping on available inventory, making this one of the easiest ways to lock in the lower pricing while supplies last. For the latest MacBook Neo prices, availability, and deals, visit our MacBook Neo Price Tracker, updated daily.

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First Discount Since Apple’s Price Increase: 13″ M5 MacBook Air 16GB/1TB Now $150 Off at Amazon
Amazon is now offering the first discount we've seen on Apple's 13-inch M5 MacBook Air with a 10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD since Apple recently increased pricing. The model is currently available for $150 below MSRP in Blue, Starlight, and Midnight. Shop the Blue model, Starlight model, or Midnight model at Amazon. What's notable here is that these configurations largely avoided discounts after Apple's pricing changes. This marks the first meaningful price drop we've tracked on the 16GB/1TB models since the increase, making it one of the better current MacBook Air deals available. Amazon also continues to offer fast shipping on available inventory. For the latest sales and deals, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Deal Alert! Get a 16″ M5 Pro or M5 Max MacBook Pro for up to $550 off Apple’s new pricing
Amazon continues to offer substantial discounts on several standard 16-inch M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro configurations. The 24GB/1TB M5 Pro model is available for $2649.99, while M5 Max models are discounted by as much as $550 compared to Apple's new MSRP. Shop the 24GB/1TB M5 Pro or browse the 36GB/2TB M5 Max at Amazon. The 48GB/2TB M5 Max configuration is not in stock at Amazon, but the remaining models continue to offer some of the best discounts currently available on Apple's highest-performance notebooks. Amazon also offers fast shipping while inventory lasts. For the latest sales and deals, see our 16" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Amazon Still Has Select 14″ M5 Pro MacBook Pros at Their Old Sale Prices
Apple recently increased pricing on several higher-end 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro configurations, but Amazon still appears to have inventory available at the previous pricing. The 15-Core M5 Pro model with 24GB RAM and a 2TB SSD is currently available for $2549.99, while the 18-Core M5 Pro model with 24GB RAM and a 2TB SSD is selling for $2749.99. Shop the 15-Core model or browse the 18-Core model at Amazon. Rather than a traditional sale, these prices appear to reflect inventory that has not yet been repriced to match Apple's newer, higher MSRP. That creates an opportunity to save roughly $450 on either configuration while inventory remains available. For the latest sales and deals, see our 14" MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Amazon Still Has the 15″ M5 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB Blue) at Its Old Sale Price of $1249
Apple recently increased pricing on several MacBook Air configurations, but Amazon still appears to have inventory of the 15-inch M5 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD in Blue at its previous sale price of $1249.99. That's roughly $250 below Apple's current MSRP. Check current pricing at Amazon. What's notable about this deal is that it doesn't appear to be a traditional promotion. Instead, Amazon seems to still be selling through inventory that hasn't yet been repriced to match Apple's higher MSRP. Amazon also continues to offer fast shipping on available inventory. For the latest sales and deals, see our 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 on sale again for $699 at Amazon — $100 off MSRP
Amazon is now offering the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for $699, a $100 discount from Apple’s $799 MSRP and the lowest price currently available among major Apple retailers. This is a solid opportunity for buyers who were waiting for a price drop. The Ultra line is designed for durability, long battery life, and advanced fitness and outdoor features, making it a strong option for more active users. View the deal here at Amazon, and compare all Apple Watch prices on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.

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