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Thursday February 26
8 minutes ago
iPhone is secure enough for classified NATO secrets right out of the box | Cult of Mac
iPhone is secure enough for classified NATO secrets right out of the box
The iPhone and iPad can securely handle classified information up to the NATO Restricted level without needing special software. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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15 minutes ago
Touchscreen MacBook Pro details, deep red iPhone 18, US Mac mini production | 9 to 5 Mac
Touchscreen MacBook Pro details, deep red iPhone 18, US Mac mini production
Benjamin and Chance are back, with a news-packed episode just before an exciting week of Apple hardware launches. But first, iOS 26.4 beta is here, a deep red color is rumored for the iPhone 18 Pro, and Bloomberg details some of the software affordances coming to macOS to support the touch screen MacBook Pro. Also, Samsung surprises with a clever dynamic privacy display on their new flagship phones. And in Happy Hour Plus, the creators of Dark Sky have left Apple to form a new weather app for enthusiasts, Acme Weather. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Things: The award-winning to-do app, with a fresh look for OS 26, new features, and more. Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Stamps.com: Send from your computer or phone 24/7. Try Stamps.com risk-free for sixty days with code happyhour. Sponsored by NordStellar: Defend your business with NordStellar. Unlock a 10% discount with coupon code nordhappyhour-10 at nordstellar.com/happyhour. more…
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15 minutes ago
Nearly one in four smartwatches shipped in 2025 was an Apple Watch: report | 9 to 5 Mac
Nearly one in four smartwatches shipped in 2025 was an Apple Watch: report
For the first time since 2022, Apple posted year-over-year growth in Apple Watch shipments in 2025, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. Here are the details. more…
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29 minutes ago
Apple Original Films prevails in intense multi-studio battle for Lance Armstrong biopic starring Austin Butler | Mac Daily News
Apple Original Films prevails in intense multi-studio battle for Lance Armstrong biopic starring Austin Butler
In a fiercely contested auction, Apple Original Films has clinched the rights to the untitled Lance Armstrong project, with Austin Butler… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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29 minutes ago
Experity AI Care Agent Helps Cut Admin Workload in Urgent Care | TechNewsWorld
Experity AI Care Agent Helps Cut Admin Workload in Urgent Care
Experity says its AI Care Agent has saved 7,000 staff hours by automating routine follow-ups and reducing call volume in urgent care clinics. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.
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34 minutes ago
Two unique new MacBook Pros are launching this year, starting next week | 9 to 5 Mac
Two unique new MacBook Pros are launching this year, starting next week
Apple will launch its newest MacBook Pro next week with M5, and there’s another distinct model coming later this year with M6. Here’s what to expect from Apple’s two unique MacBook Pro launches this year. more…
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1 hour ago
Xcode with vibecoding AI agents to help build apps is now available | AppleInsider
Xcode with vibecoding AI agents to help build apps is now available
Apple has released Xcode 26.3 with support for autonomous coding agents, that can directly analyze projects, modify files, and assist developers inside the official development environment.Xcode now runs with AI agentsXcode, Apple's central tool for building apps across various devices, is expanding its role with version 26.3. AI agents can actively participate in development, offering suggestions and documentation help.The release includes Swift 6.2.3 and updated SDKs, but the defining change is agentic coding. Xcode is now a platform where AI helps developers plan, write, and maintain software. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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1 hour ago
Here’s how Apple will showcase F1 across Apple TV, Apple Music and more | 9 to 5 Mac
Here’s how Apple will showcase F1 across Apple TV, Apple Music and more
The Formula 1 season kicks off next weekend, and it marks the start of Apple’s exclusive broadcast partnership in the United States. The core of the deal is that all races will stream live (and on-demand) on Apple TV, but the company is going all out to increase the exposure of F1 across all of its platforms. Here’s what you can expect to see when the first race broadcasts start on Apple TV app, Apple Music, and more. more…
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06:39 pm
Forget the Magic Keyboard and get half-off this Zagg keyboard instead | Macworld
Forget the Magic Keyboard and get half-off this Zagg keyboard instead
Macworld Your iPad Pro can be an absolute beast of a device if you add a keyboard to it, but it’s going to be quite pricey if you get it directly from Apple. Instead, you can get this Zagg Pro Keys 2 keyboard case for $65, a savings of 57 percent and the best price we’ve ever seen. The Zagg Pro Keys 2 case is designed to turn your iPad Pro into a portable workstation. With laptop-style keys that are comfortable for typing, backlighting that’s ideal for late-night work, and multi-device Bluetooth pairing, this model is ideal for all your projects. This is a sturdy keyboard, too, that won’t break when you place it down too hard. The polycarbonate case has rubberized edges and corner bumpers, which means it also has drop protection. The case also doubles as an adjustable stand, so you can place the tablet exactly right. Plus, the keyboard is fully detachable, so you can work as comfortably as you want. So grab this Zagg Pro Keys keyboard case for your 13-inch iPad Pro for just $65 while this deal’s still live. Buy now at Amazon
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06:30 pm
These Apple ‘magic moments’ show how well macOS and iPadOS work together [Video] | 9 to 5 Mac
These Apple ‘magic moments’ show how well macOS and iPadOS work together [Video]
I have been a hardcore iPad user for almost a decade now. I have used it as my main computer and dealt with all the ups and downs. But one of the biggest misconceptions about the iPad is that it is trying to compete with the MacBook when, in reality, they were built to work in tandem. It is not until you have them side by side that you start to see the magic and power that is the Apple walled garden. Features like Universal Control, Sidecar, Handoff, and continuity tools create “aha” moments that genuinely change how you work. So I wanted to put a list together of some of those amazing magic ecosystem moments that iPadOS and MacOS give you together. more…
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06:28 pm
Apple releases Xcode 26.3 with support for agentic coding | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple releases Xcode 26.3 with support for agentic coding
Xcode 26.3 can now leverage tools such as Anthropic’s Claude Agent and OpenAI’s Codex to speed up all aspects of app development. Here are the details. more…
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06:24 pm
A decade after US authorization, the iPhone is allowed to handle classified data for NATO | AppleInsider
A decade after US authorization, the iPhone is allowed to handle classified data for NATO
In a press release largely devoid of details as you'd expect given the topic, Apple has announced that the iPhone and iPad are the only consumer-grade devices that comply with NATO classified data safeguard guidance.IPhone 17 Pro Max in OrangeThe certification doesn't allow the iPhone to either put in-motion or store at-rest any level of classified data. Specifically, the devices, properly managed, are allowed to handle classified information up to the NATO restricted level without requiring special software or settings.Apple says that on the whole, no other consumer mobile device has met this standard. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:19 pm
Apple’s iPhone and iPad become the first – and only – devices approved to handle classified NATO information | Mac Daily News
Apple’s iPhone and iPad become the first – and only – devices approved to handle classified NATO information
Apple's iPhone and iPad are the first and only consumer devices in compliance with the information assurance requirements of NATO nations… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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06:00 pm
iPhone and iPad approved to handle classified NATO information without any third-party add-on solutions | 9 to 5 Mac
iPhone and iPad approved to handle classified NATO information without any third-party add-on solutions
Today, Apple announced that the iPhone and iPad have become the first consumer devices approved for use on classified NATO networks. This means an off-the-shelf iPhone running iOS 26 can access restricted NATO data without requiring any specialized security software or custom hardware modifications. more…
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05:51 pm
Apple Watch Series 11 drops to $299, plus grab deals on titanium styles | AppleInsider
Apple Watch Series 11 drops to $299, plus grab deals on titanium styles
Amazon's popular $299 Apple Watch Series 11 deal has returned as February winds down, saving you $100 as shoppers embark on spring fitness journeys.Save up to $100 with month-end Apple Watch deals.Amazon's Apple Watch deals have ramped up as the month reaches an end, with the Apple Watch Series 11 returning to the best price on record at $299.Buy Apple Watch S11 for $299 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:37 pm
Apple and Netflix team up in surprise F1 partnership: ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’ hits Apple TV as Canadian Grand Prix Streams on both platforms | Mac Daily News
Apple and Netflix team up in surprise F1 partnership: ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’ hits Apple TV as Canadian Grand Prix Streams on both platforms
In a rare collaboration between two streaming giants, Apple and Netflix have struck a deal to cross-share select Formula 1 content… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:32 pm
Apple Pay may soon land in world’s most populous country | Cult of Mac
Apple Pay may soon land in world’s most populous country
If talks between major players bear fruit, Apple Pay in India could bring Apple's payments platform to hundreds of millions of new customers. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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05:18 pm
Netflix's F1 'Drive to Survive' will stream on Apple TV in world-first deal | AppleInsider
Netflix's F1 'Drive to Survive' will stream on Apple TV in world-first deal
The popular Netflix Foruma 1 docuseries "Drive to Survive" will be available to stream on Apple TV in the United States as part of a surprise content-sharing deal.Apple has big plans for its F1 streaming service. Image source: AppleBeginning with the season eight premiere on February 27, 2026, Apple TV subscribers will be able to watch "Drive to Survive" without a Netflix subscription. The move marks the first of its kind for Netflix, a company that normally offers its content exclusively on its own platform.As part of the deal, The New York Times reports, Apple will allow one of its live F1 Grand Prix to air on Netflix. The Canadian Grand Prix will be offered to Netflix customers in the United States as well as on Apple TV. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:04 pm
9to5Mac Daily: February 26, 2026 – A18 MacBook rumors, more | 9 to 5 Mac
9to5Mac Daily: February 26, 2026 – A18 MacBook rumors, 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 BenQ: Check out BenQ’s smarter displays made for how Mac users actually work and sign up for the giveaway here. more…
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05:00 pm
3 best SSDs for iPhone: Fast, secure or cheap | Cult of Mac
3 best SSDs for iPhone: Fast, secure or cheap
After testing many options, we found the three best SSD options for iPhone that can store gigabytes of images, video and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:56 pm
iOS 26.4 adds new features in six iPhone apps, details here | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.4 adds new features in six iPhone apps, details here
iOS 26.4 is currently available in beta, and packed with a lot of new features. Here’s everything new coming to six iPhone apps in iOS 26.4. more…
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04:47 pm
Deals: 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max $650 off orig. price, 16-inch MacBook Pro up to $440 off, iPad keyboard, Ocean Band, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Deals: 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max $650 off orig. price, 16-inch MacBook Pro up to $440 off, iPad keyboard, Ocean Band, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is ready to roll starting with a chance to land an unlocked 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max courtesy of Amazon at $650 off the price of the comparable iPhone 17 Pro Max (and $320 under Apple refurb store). We also have all AirPods Max (USB-C) colors at $100 off, a chance to score a 24GB M4 Pro MacBook Pro at $440 off the list price, a sizable 57% price drop on ZAGG’s Pro Keys 2 for M4/M5 iPad Pro at $65, the best price of the year on Apple’s Neon Ocean Band with Black Titanium finish, and much more below. more…
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04:41 pm
New ‘F1: Drive to Survive’ season is coming to Apple TV | 9 to 5 Mac
New ‘F1: Drive to Survive’ season is coming to Apple TV
Ahead of the first F1 Grand Prix next week, Apple has announced a new partnership with Netflix. Through this deal, Apple will make the entire new season (season eight) of the Formula 1: Drive to Survive available on Apple TV. Additionally, Apple says the F1 Canadian Grand Prix will stream on both Apple TV and Netflix as part of this deal in May. more…
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04:27 pm
'Star City' brings Soviet perspective to 'For All Mankind' in May | AppleInsider
'Star City' brings Soviet perspective to 'For All Mankind' in May
Apple is expanding its hit sci-fi drama "For All Mankind" into a full Apple TV franchise with "Star City," a Soviet-focused spinoff premiering in late May."For All Mankind" on Apple TVThe company is turning one of its most durable science fiction dramas into a broader franchise. For All Mankind followed NASA and American astronauts, but Star City shifts the focus to the Soviet Union and reveals the parallel effort behind the Iron Curtain.The timing reflects a coordinated expansion. Season five of For All Mankind premieres March 27, 2026, with Star City arriving just two months later to keep the franchise active. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:16 pm
Apple TV For All Mankind spinoff Star City gives off serious Soviet vibes | Cult of Mac
Apple TV For All Mankind spinoff Star City gives off serious Soviet vibes
If you love sci-fi series "For All Mankind," Apple TV just dropped a photo to get you psyched for Soviet-centric spinoff "Star City." (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:01 pm
Apple’s March Madness: Tim Cook teases a ‘big week ahead’ starting Monday | Mac Daily News
Apple’s March Madness: Tim Cook teases a ‘big week ahead’ starting Monday
Apple's CEO took to X on Thursday, to drop a hint about what's coming down the pipeline. "A big week ahead. It all starts Monday morning!" The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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03:56 pm
Apple’s 2026 Mac Studio M5: Everything we know so far | Macworld
Apple’s 2026 Mac Studio M5: Everything we know so far
Macworld The Mac Studio was originally released in 2022 and has been updated twice since then. A report in late 2025 claimed that Apple had “largely written off” the Mac Pro and considers the Mac Studio to be its flagship desktop Mac. That means big things could be in store for the future of the Mac Studio. The current Mac Studio was released in March 2025, and reports indicate that we could see the next update between March and June 2026. This article keeps track of those reports, so for information on what the upgrade will include and when it could be released, refer to this page. 2026 Mac Studio: Release date Possible release in March 2026 Other reports suggest mid-2026 The Mac Studio comes with M-series Max and Ultra chips, and we can use the release of the base M-series chip to get an idea of when the Mac Studio will be updated. Apple releases the base M-series chip first (usually in the MacBook Pro) and then follows with the M-series Max and Ultra Mac Studio a few months later. The most recent base M-series chip is the M5, which was released in the MacBook Pro in October 2025. So that generation of chip will likely make its appearance in the new Mac Studio in the first half of 2026. According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the M5 Max and M5 Ultra Mac Studio are on Apple’s release schedule for 2026. Two of the three Mac Studio releases since it was introduced occurred in March, with the 2023 M2 Max/Ultra Mac Studio released in June at WWDC. So look for an M5 Mac Studio release in the March to June timeframe. With Apple inviting media to “Special Experiences” at three locations on March 4, there is a possibility that the new Mac Studio is one of the new products being showcased at this Apple March event, however, on February 8, Gurman reported that the new Mac Studio “shouldn’t arrive too long after the spring Mac refresh,” indicating that it may not happen in conjunction with the March 4 Experiences. 2026 Mac Studio: Processor Expected to have M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips Apple The 2025 Mac Studio was a complete surprise. It was introduced with an M4 Max chip, which was expected, but the highest-end version shipped with an M3 Ultra rather than an M4 Ultra. The M3 Ultra is technically faster than the M4 Max, but it’s an older chip. Apple has not explained the reasoning for this. The next Mac Studio will not have this staggered chip configuration, according to reports. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman claims that Apple will offer M5 Max and M5 Ultra for the next Mac Studio. MacRumors reported in December 2025 that references to the M5 Max and M5 Ultra Mac Studio appeared in a set of leaked Apple files. The M5 Ultra is expected to significantly outperform the M3 Ultra chips, with major boosts in CPU and GPU performance. 2026 Mac Studio: Specs New separate CPU and GPU blocks for customization Standard configurations of 36GB and 96GB of RAM Thunderbolt 5 The major change with the Mac Studio’s specs is going to be with the chip itself. Apple is completely redesigning how it works, according to an October 2025 report by MaxTech’s Vadim Yuryev. The M5 Pro and M5 Max will feature the CPU and GPU on separate blocks, which would allow customers more options to configure these components. For example, one could set up a base CPU configuration with a maxed-out GPU. While Yuryev did not specifically mention the M5 Ultra, it stands to reason that the Ultra chip will also feature this new block configuration. The rest of the specifications are not expected to change. It will likely start with 36GB of RAM for the M5 Max, and 96GB of RAM for the M5 Ultra, and SSDs up to 8TB or 16TB. The current Mac Studio comes with Thunderbolt 5, and this should continue with the new model. 2026 Mac Studio: Design No design changes expected The Mac Studio made its debut in 2022, so it’s only three years old. Apple is expected to stick with the same design, which is also reflected in the M4 Mac mini, as no reports have been made about the design. Also said to be coming is a new Studio Display monitor which will probably launch in the same time-frame. Foundry The port offerings are also expected to remain the same. The Mac Studio has: M-series Max model: 2 front USB-C ports (supporting USB 3 at 10Gbps) M-series Ultra model: 2 front Thunderbolt 5 ports front SDHX Card slot rear 3.5mm audio jack 4 rear Thunderbolt 5 ports 2 rear USB-A ports HDMI port 10Gb ethernet port 2026 Mac Studio: Price Here are the prices for the current standard base configurations of the 2025 Mac Studio for reference: $1,999/£2,099/CA$2,699/AU$3,499 M4 Max, 36GB Unified Memory, 512GB SSD $3,999/£4,199/CA$5,499/AU$6,999 M3 Ultra, 96GB Unified Memory, 1TB SSD Pricing for the new Mac Studio has not been reported, though pricing could go up because of the U.S. tariffs situation–the components are made overseas. The prices may be adapted to more recent exchange rates elsewhere.
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03:35 pm
Apple TV reveals new space-race thriller series is coming soon | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV reveals new space-race thriller series is coming soon
Apple TV’s space drama For All Mankind returns next month, but the streamer just revealed that its spinoff—Star City—will premiere soon too. Here are the details. more…
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03:35 pm
Apple TV reveals new space-race thriller series is coming soon | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV reveals new space-race thriller series is coming soon
Apple TV’s space drama For All Mankind returns next month, but the streamer just revealed that its spinoff—Star City—will premiere soon too. Here are the details. more…
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03:24 pm
Tim Cook promises ‘big week’ of product launches — what to expect | Cult of Mac
Tim Cook promises ‘big week’ of product launches — what to expect
Get ready for new Apple products in early March — next week! Expect three new MacBooks, iPhone 17e and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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Thursday February 26
06:26 pm
Apple Releases Xcode 26.3 With Support for AI Agents From Anthropic and OpenAI | MacRumors
Apple Releases Xcode 26.3 With Support for AI Agents From Anthropic and OpenAI
After several weeks of testing, Apple today released Xcode 26.3, an update that allows developers to use tools like Anthropic's Claude Agent and OpenAI's Codex for app creation directly in Xcode. With support for agentic coding, Xcode can complete more complex app development tasks autonomously. Apple worked with Anthropic and OpenAI to configure their agents for use in Xcode and to ensure that AI models can access a full range of Xcode features. Agents are able to create new files, examine code structure of a project, build a project directly and run tests, take image snapshots to check their work, and access Apple's full, up-to-date developer documentation. Along with OpenAI and Anthropic models, Xcode 26.3 is compatible with any agent or tool that uses the open standard Model Context Protocol. Xcode 26.3 is available for download today from Apple's developer website.Tag: XcodeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:17 pm
iPhone and iPad Are First Consumer Devices Cleared for NATO Classified Data | MacRumors
iPhone and iPad Are First Consumer Devices Cleared for NATO Classified Data
The iPhone and iPad can be used with NATO restricted level classified information after meeting NATO's information assurance requirements, Apple said today. No special software or settings are required. Apple's devices are the first and only consumer mobile products that have reached this government certification level after security testing and evaluation by the German government. iPhones and iPads running iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 are now certified for use with classified data in all NATO nations. In an announcement of the security clearance, Apple touted its security features. Apple designs security into all of its products from the start, ensuring the most sophisticated protections are built in across hardware, software, and Apple silicon. This unique approach allows Apple users to benefit from industry-leading security protections such as best-in-class encryption, biometric authentication with Face ID, and groundbreaking features like Memory Integrity Enforcement. These same protections are now recognized as meeting stringent government and international security requirements, even for restricted data. Apple's vice president of security Ivan Krstić said the achievement reflects Apple's commitment to security. This achievement recognizes that Apple has transformed how security is traditionally delivered. Prior to iPhone, secure devices were only available to sophisticated government and enterprise organizations after a massive investment in bespoke security solutions. Instead, Apple has built the most secure devices in the world for all its users, and those same protections are now uniquely certified under assurance requirements for NATO nations -- unlike any other device in the industry. Apple's ‌iOS 26‌ and ‌iPadOS 26‌ updates are listed on the NATO Information Assurance Product Catalogue, which says Apple devices are able to provide secure access to Mail, Calendar, and Contacts with built-in apps.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:18 pm
Upcoming Apple Announcements Likely to Focus on Chip Refreshes | MacRumors
Upcoming Apple Announcements Likely to Focus on Chip Refreshes
Apple's imminent series of announcements will focus on chip updates, rather than redesigned devices, according to a known leaker. In a new post, the Weibo leaker known as "Fixed Focus Digital" said Apple's scheduled announcements for next week focus on refreshed devices with basic generational chip upgrades, rather than more fundamental redesigns. Earlier this month, Apple invited the media to an "Apple Experience" in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. Today, Apple CEO Tim Cook teased "a big week ahead," with announcements starting Monday. Successors to the iPhone 16e, entry-level iPad, iPad Air, M4 MacBook Air, M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro, Apple TV, and HomePod are all rumored to arrive soon, offering little more than chip refreshes. The most significant new device in the immediate pipeline is the low-cost MacBook, which is set to feature an iPhone's A-series chip. Little is known about what the machine will look like beyond offering a 12.9-inch LCD display and a selection of fun color options, and there's a high chance it will re-use components from existing devices. Apple devices with major new designs are still expected to arrive this year, such as the first foldable ‌iPhone‌, a smart home hub product, and the M6-series ‌MacBook Pro‌, but largely not until the second-half of the year.Tag: Fixed Focus DigitalThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:28 pm
Samsung Introduces Pre-Order Discounts on Galaxy S26 Smartphones, Alongside TV and Monitor Deals | MacRumors
Samsung Introduces Pre-Order Discounts on Galaxy S26 Smartphones, Alongside TV and Monitor Deals
Samsung this week debuted pre-orders for its newest line of Galaxy products, including the S26 smartphones and Galaxy Buds4. You can find a few early launch discounts on some of these products, plus discounts on Samsung's most popular monitors and TVs, with notable markdowns on products like The Frame TVs. Galaxy Products Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Samsung. 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 up to $500 instant trade-in credit when pre-ordering the Galaxy S26, up to $700 credit for the Galaxy S26+, and up to $900 credit for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. If not trading in an older device, Samsung is still offering $150 in Samsung credit when pre-ordering each smartphone. UP TO $900 CREDITSamsung Galaxy Pre-Orders Galaxy S26 - Up to $500 trade-in credit Galaxy S26+ - Up to $700 trade-in credit Galaxy S26 Ultra - Up to $900 trade-in credit Galaxy Buds4 - Save 30% on select cases when pre-ordering Galaxy Buds4 Pro - Save 30% on select cases when pre-ordering Galaxy XR - Save up to $1,140 with the Explorer Pack TVs In regards to TVs, there are quite a few models of The Frame TV on sale, including all-time low prices on The Frame models from 2025. You can get the 2025 65-inch The Frame TV for $1,199.99 ($600 off), as well as the 75-inch Frame Pro for $1,999.99 ($1,200 off), a match of the all-time low price. $600 OFF65-inch The Frame for $1,199.99 $1,200 OFF75-inch The Frame Pro for $1,999.99 55-inch QLED QEF1 Smart TV - $399.99, down from $599.99 55-inch QLED Q7F Smart TV - $399.99, down from $529.99 55-inch QLED Q8F Smart TV - $599.99, down from $749.99 75-inch Vision AI Smart TV - $699.99, down from $1,199.99 50-inch The Frame - $799.99, down from $1,099.99 75-inch Neo QLED QN70F Smart TV - $1,199.99, down from $1,599.99 65-inch The Frame - $1,199.99, down from $1,799.99 55-inch OLED S95F Smart TV - $1,999.99, down from $2,299.99 75-inch The Frame Pro - $1,999.99, down from $3,199.99 85-inch The Frame Pro - $3,299.99, down from $4,299.99 85-inch Neo QLED QN90F Smart TV - $2,499.99, down from $4,499.99 Monitors Samsung also has a few unique monitor deals this week, offering a free copy of Resident Evil Requiem at no cost when purchasing select monitors. This includes the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G50SF Monitor for $349.99, down from $549.99, and the 49-inch Odyssey G95C Monitor for $849.99, down from $1,299.99. When you register these monitors after purchasing them, you'll get a download code for Resident Evil Requiem, which is a $70 value. $200 OFF27-inch Odyssey OLED G50SF Monitor for $349.99 $450 OFF49-inch Odyssey G95C Monitor for $849.99 32-inch ViewFinity S70A UHD Monitor - $299.99, down from $459.99 27-inch Odyssey OLED G50SF - $349.99, down from $549.99 (with free copy of Resident Evil Requiem) 32-inch Smart Monitor M8 - $399.99, down from $699.99 49-inch Odyssey G95C - $849.99, down from $1,299.99 (with free copy of Resident Evil Requiem) 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 - $1,499.99, down from $2,299.99 55-inch Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen - $1,699.99, down from $2,699.99 If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:06 pm
Apple Teases 'A Big Week Ahead' With Announcements Starting Monday | MacRumors
Apple Teases 'A Big Week Ahead' With Announcements Starting Monday
Apple CEO Tim Cook today teased "a big week ahead," with announcements starting Monday. His post included an #AppleLaunch hashtag with a colorful Apple logo, along with a short video that ultimately shows an Apple logo on the lid of a Mac. Apple is reportedly planning a three-day stretch of product announcements from Monday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 4, with up to five new products expected to be unveiled, including a lower-cost MacBook, an iPhone 17e, and more. Other possible products include an iPad Air with an M4 chip, an iPad 12 with an A18 chip and Apple Intelligence support, a MacBook Air with the M5 chip, and MacBook Pro models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. We are also waiting for long-awaited updates to the Apple TV and HomePod mini, but it is unclear if those are coming next week. Apple already invited selected journalists and content creators to an "Apple Experience" in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. During these in-person gatherings, attendees will likely receive hands-on time with the new products that Apple unveils between Monday and Wednesday next week. A big week ahead. It all starts Monday morning! #AppleLaunch pic.twitter.com/PQ9gM2Gl2r— Tim Cook (@tim_cook) February 26, 2026 Tag: Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:48 am
Apple Reportedly Agrees to 100% Price Hike on Samsung Memory Chips | MacRumors
Apple Reportedly Agrees to 100% Price Hike on Samsung Memory Chips
Apple has agreed to pay Samsung twice as much for the LPDDR5X memory chips that it needs for ongoing iPhone 17 production, claims a report from Korean outlet Dealsite. According to the report's sources, Apple recently held emergency meetings with Samsung's semiconductor division to negotiate delivery volumes of RAM for the first half of this year. The 12GB LPDDR5X modules used in the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro have already roughly doubled in price since early 2025, rising from around $30 to approximately $70. Samsung is said to have originally planned to push for a 60% price increase on LPDDR5X modules supplied to Apple. Instead, however, Samsung opened with a 100% markup as a negotiating tactic – and Apple apparently accepted it on the spot. If the publication's industry sources are accurate, Apple's immediate acceptance just goes to show how desperate smartphone makers have become to lock down memory supply. Chipmakers like SK Hynix and Micron have been redirecting production capacity toward high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI servers, and that has left mobile DRAM in extremely short supply. Despite the cost pressure, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently said Apple's current plan is to keep iPhone 18 Pro starting prices flat. On a recent earnings call, Apple CEO Tim Cook acknowledged that rising chip prices would have "a bit more of an impact" on gross margins, but the company still expects year-on-year revenue growth of 13% to 16% this quarter.Tag: SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:02 am
Apple Maps Launches F1 Tracks Guide Ahead of 2026 Season | MacRumors
Apple Maps Launches F1 Tracks Guide Ahead of 2026 Season
Apple Maps has been updated with a new guide called "2026 Formula 1 Tracks Around the World," ahead of the new season which is being streamed exclusively on Apple TV in the United States. Spotted by 9to5Mac within the Apple TV Formula 1 Channel, the guide offers an immersive way to explore the circuits, starting with Albert Park in Australia, with more 3D circuit experiences to be added as the season progresses. The Albert Park circuit map highlights turn numbers, grandstands, and a three-dimensional model of the F1 pit building. The experience also doubles as a navigation tool for those attending the Australian Grand Prix, with walking directions to key locations. The track is rendered with realistic kerbs, clearly labelled 3D grandstands and footbridges, and all 14 turns. Temporary pop-up locations pinpoint entrance gates and essential amenities, including restrooms, water stations, first aid points, and merchandise stands, with step-by-step walking directions to individual grandstands. Several other tracks have been upgraded with new 3D graphics, but not yet to the extent of Albert Park. For a preview of what's changed, it's worth visiting the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Miami International Autodrome in Florida, the Circuit de Monaco, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain, Silverstone in the UK, the Red Bull Ring in Austria, and more. The 2026 F1 season kicks off in Australia on March 8. Last October, Apple and Formula 1 announced a five-year partnership including exclusive streaming rights in the U.S. The partnership allows ‌Apple TV‌ to provide comprehensive coverage of Formula 1, including all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grands Prix. At the time, Apple said it planned to "amplify" the sport across Apple News, Apple Maps, Apple Music, and Apple Fitness+. For example, the Apple Sports app will feature live updates for every qualifying, Sprint, and race for each Grand Prix across the season, along with real-time leaderboards, season driver and constructor standings, Live Activities, and widgets.Tag: Apple MapsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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08:50 am
Apple in Talks With Banks to Launch Apple Pay in India This Year | MacRumors
Apple in Talks With Banks to Launch Apple Pay in India This Year
Apple is in talks with major Indian banks as it prepares to introduce Apple Pay in the country sometime in the middle of 2026, reports Bloomberg. Apple is said to be in discussions with ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank, according to people with knowledge of the matter who spoke to the publication. The report corroborates a story in January by Business Standard that said Apple Pay was preparing to go live in the Indian market before the end of the year. The Times of India also earlier reported the India plans for Apple Pay. Today's report says Apple is talking through the plan with global payment networks Mastercard and Visa. UPI dominates digital payments in India, and Apple Pay is expected to support the state-backed payments interface, which allows customers to instantly transfer money and bills. Apple Pay launched more than 10 years ago, and is already available across 89 markets globally. Late last year, India's central bank approved new rules that allow biometric authentication like Touch ID and Face ID for digital payments. The country's authentication methods previously relied on one-time passwords sent over SMS messages. The timing comes at a good moment for Apple in India. The company recorded its highest quarterly shipments in the country during Q3 2025, reaching 5 million units and securing fourth place in the market for the first time, according to IDC data. Apple is also rapidly expanding its retail presence in India, with a sixth store opening in Mumbai on Thursday. Tags: Apple Pay, Bloomberg, IndiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:31 am
App Store and iTunes Store Experiencing Issues | MacRumors
App Store and iTunes Store Experiencing Issues
Some customers are having problems with the App Store, Mac App Store, and iTunes Store, according to Apple's System Status page. The three services have been experiencing issues since 7:22 p.m. Eastern Time. Not all users are affected, but if you've been having trouble accessing or downloading apps, the outage is the reason why. We'll update this article when the problems have been resolved.Tag: System StatusThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Wednesday February 25
11:02 pm
M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro: What to Expect | MacRumors
M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro: What to Expect
Apple is working on a new MacBook Pro that could launch next week ahead of the "Special Experience" planned for March 4, so we thought we'd highlight all of the rumors about the device so far. Design There are no rumors of design changes, and we are expecting the upcoming M5 ‌MacBook Pro‌ models to look just like the M4 versions. Apple will continue to offer 14-inch and 16-inch size options, both of which should come in M5 Pro and M5 Max varieties. M5 Max and M5 Pro Chip We already got the base model 14-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌ with the new M5 chip in October, so what we're expecting are upgraded 14-inch and 16-inch models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips. The M5 family is built on a more advanced N3P 3-nanometer process from TSMC, and it offers speed and efficiency improvements. The M5 chip is up to 20 percent faster in multi-core CPU performance than the M4 chip, and we could see similar improvements for the M5 Pro and M5 Max chip options. GPU performance is up to 30 percent faster. With the M5, Apple added a Neural Accelerator to each GPU core, improving the speeds of GPU-based AI workloads. The chip also supports third-generation ray-tracing, second-generation dynamic caching, and enhanced shader cores. The 16-core Neural Engine is more energy efficient than before, and unified memory bandwidth has improved significantly. These are all features that we're likely to see with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips as well. Other Possible Updates We haven't heard rumors about any other features coming to the ‌MacBook Pro‌ line. Apple did update SSD speeds for the M5 ‌MacBook Pro‌ models, so we could see the same upgrade to the M5 Pro and M5 Max machines. Why You Shouldn't Buy an M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro If you're not in serious need of a new ‌MacBook Pro‌ right away, early 2026 is a bad time to upgrade. The next-generation ‌MacBook Pro‌ after the early 2026 models is expected to feature an OLED display and touchscreen capabilities, both of which will mark a major upgrade in display quality. It's expected to include a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, and macOS will be optimized for touch interactions. Most people shelling out extra money for a ‌MacBook Pro‌ with a higher-end M5 Pro or M5 Max chip need the extra performance or display quality, so it is worth waiting for the huge update that's coming. The transition to OLED will also likely bring a design update along with M6 Pro and M6 Max chip technology, which is another reason to wait. Of course, the new features could be limited to higher-end ‌MacBook Pro‌ models or could be significantly more expensive. If you're on a budget, need a Mac now, or don't care about OLED, the M5 Pro and Max models could still be worth considering. Launch Date The new ‌MacBook Pro‌ models could be announced via press release next week ahead of Apple's Special Experience.Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Caution)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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08:42 pm
macOS 27: All the Rumors So Far | MacRumors
macOS 27: All the Rumors So Far
macOS 27 is still months away, but there are already a handful of rumors about the upcoming software update, as outlined below. We expect the first beta of macOS 27 to be seeded to developers during WWDC 2026 in June, and a public beta to follow in July. Following beta testing, the update should be released to all users with a compatible Mac in September. macOS 26 is known as macOS Tahoe, but the name of macOS 27 has yet to leak. Siri Upgrades macOS 27 will reportedly include a full-out Siri chatbot that you can have back-and-forth conversations with. This would make Siri more like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. Due to delays, macOS 27 might also include at least some of the personalized Siri features that Apple previewed all the way back at WWDC 2024. For example, Apple showed a user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch reservation based on info retrieved from the Mail and Messages apps. This functionality was previewed on an iPhone, but it will extend to the iPad and Mac. More Apple Intelligence Features Last month, Apple and Google announced that Google Gemini will help power future Apple Intelligence features, and that will extend beyond the more personalized version of Siri. However, exactly which features arrive remains to be seen. Touch Interface Bloomberg's Mark Gurman this week reported that Apple is preparing a touch-optimized version of macOS for the rumored MacBook Pro with a touch screen. For example, if a user touches a button or control on the screen, the report said a relevant set of commands will instantly appear in a menu surrounding their finger. And if a user taps on an item in the menu bar at the top of the screen, the report said the controls will enlarge so they are easier to select with a finger. Gurman expects the MacBook Pro with a touch screen to be released in late 2026, so these touch optimizations will presumably arrive in macOS 27. However, the changes might be hidden until the touch-screen MacBook Pro launches. Improved Stability macOS 27 will reportedly be similar to 2009's Mac OS X Snow Leopard, in the sense that Apple is apparently very focused on improving "quality and underlying performance." Apple is expected to implement many bug fixes and stability improvements, and there may also be some much-needed Liquid Glass design enhancements. No Intel Macs Last year, Apple announced that macOS Tahoe would be the final major macOS release for Intel-based Macs, meaning that macOS 27 will be compatible with Apple silicon Macs with the M1 chip and newer only. However, Apple will likely continue to release security fixes for some Intel-based Macs for at least a few more years.Tag: macOS 27This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:01 pm
Samsung Launches Galaxy S26 Ultra With Built-In Privacy Display and New AI Features | MacRumors
Samsung Launches Galaxy S26 Ultra With Built-In Privacy Display and New AI Features
Samsung today announced its newest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra. Samsung's latest devices are focused on AI, and Samsung says they have the most "intuitive, proactive, and adaptive Galaxy AI features" to date. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. The 6.3-inch Galaxy S26 is Samsung's smallest and most affordable smartphone, followed by the 6.7-inch Galaxy S26+. The 6.9-inch Galaxy S26 Ultra is the high-end model. All three devices feature OLED displays, but only the Ultra works with the S Pen stylus. New to the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a built-in "Privacy Display" that makes it harder to view what's on the screen when looking at the phone from a side angle. It's clear when looking at it head on, but someone sitting next to you will have a hard time seeing your phone's display. Privacy Display works at the pixel level, controlling how pixels disperse light. It can be set to activate only for certain apps or situations like entering a PIN, and there are partial and maximum privacy options. Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra has the best camera lineup, featuring a 200-megapixel wide lens, a 50-megapixel ultra wide lens, and two telephoto lenses. The 10-megapixel telephoto lens has 3x optical zoom, while the 50-megapixel telephoto lens features 5x optical zoom and 10x "optical quality" zoom. There's a new Nightography feature for clearer video in low lighting conditions, and several AI photo features. Photo Assist lets users describe the change they want to make to a photo, from restoring missing elements to removing objects. It can also change a photo from day to night, or change a person's outfit. Creative Studio uses sketches, photos, or prompts to create and edit AI-generated visuals like stickers, wallpapers, and invitations. The smartphones use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, which Samsung says is 19 percent faster than the prior-generation CPU in the Ultra. The GPU is 24 percent faster, and there's a 39 percent improvement in neural processing. The Ultra model also includes an updated vapor chamber with thermal material at the sides of the processor to better dissipate heat. Samsung says the processor also includes a "ProScaler" feature that improves image scaling for photos and videos. Most models feature 12GB RAM, though the 1TB Ultra model has 16GB. Samsung added faster charging, and the device is able to charge to 75 percent in 30 minutes. Wireless charging at up to 25W is supported. Along with the previously mentioned photo editing AI features, there are several other AI additions. Now Nudge - Now Nudge offers suggestions to help users avoid distractions. If someone asks for photos from a recent event, the Galaxy S26 can automatically suggest them so there's no need to switch apps and search for them. Now Brief - Samsung's daily AI-powered briefing is more proactive and more personalized, and it is able to surface reminders for important events based on personal context. Circle to Search - Circle to Search supports improved multi-object recognition so it can identify and locate multiple items in an image. Call Screening - Call screening detects unknown callers and asks them why they called, summarizing the information. Privacy Alerts - Machine learning notifies users when apps with device admin privileges unnecessarily try to access sensitive data. Private Album - With private album, users can hide select photos and videos without creating a separate folder or signing into a Samsung account. Bixby - Bixby serves as a conversational device agent that can adjust settings or help users with troubleshooting. Other chatbots - Galaxy users can choose other chatbots like Gemini and Perplexity, which can be activated with a button press or voice prompt. Background processing - The Galaxy S26 series can handle multi-step tasks in the background, which allows AI agents to complete tasks while the user does something else. Samsung also introduced the Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro, which are designed to be used with the Galaxy S26 devices. The Galaxy Buds4 earbuds feature an updated fit and improved sound quality. The Buds4 Pro include Active Noise Cancellation, upgraded Adaptive EQ, an option for accepting or declining calls with head gestures, and support for activating AI agents. Pre-orders for the new Samsung smartphones are available starting today, with a launch to follow on March 11. The Galaxy S26 starts at $899.99, the Galaxy S26+ starts at $1,099.99, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,299.99. The Galaxy Buds4 are also available for pre-order starting today. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Samsung. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.Tag: SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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05:25 pm
Leaker Says Apple's Lower-Cost MacBook Will Have These 8 Limitations | MacRumors
Leaker Says Apple's Lower-Cost MacBook Will Have These 8 Limitations
Apple is expected to unveil its long-rumored lower-cost MacBook next week. Given it will be more affordable, this MacBook model will obviously have some reduced specs and compromises compared to the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. While we are still waiting for Apple to announce the new MacBook, a leaker has shared eight alleged limitations to expect, based on an internal version of Apple's Kernel Debug Kit for a macOS Tahoe beta that leaked online last year. The information below comes from the same leaker who claimed that Apple's next Studio Display may have a 90Hz refresh rate, that the next iPad mini will have an A20 Pro chip, and more. Many of their claims are still untested, but we should get a better picture of this source's track record as the products in question are released over the coming months. Here are the alleged limitations they outlined in a post on Chinese social media platform Weibo and in an email to MacRumors:Lower max display brightness: The leaker said the lower-cost MacBook's maximum display brightness may fall below the MacBook Air's 500 nits. No True Tone: The lower-cost MacBook will apparently lack True Tone, a feature that can adjust the color and intensity of the display to match the ambient light. No 1TB or 2TB storage capacities: The leaker expects the lower-cost MacBook to be available in 256GB and 512GB storage capacities, and they mentioned a potential 128GB capacity for educational institutions. Unlike the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, the new MacBook would lack 1TB and higher storage options. Slower SSD speeds: The flash storage in the new MacBook base model will apparently have slower read and write speeds compared to the latest MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models, potentially due to Apple using a single NAND chip. No fast charging: The new MacBook might not be "fast-charge capable." No backlit keyboard: The keyboard may lack backlit keys. No high-impedance headphones support: You can connect high-impedance headphones directly to compatible Mac computers introduced in 2021 or later, but the lower-cost MacBook will apparently not be one of them. No N1 chip: All of the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air models feature Apple's custom N1 chip for Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread. Apple says the chip also improves the overall performance and reliability of features like Personal Hotspot and AirDrop. However, the lower-cost MacBook will not use the N1 chip, the leaker said. Instead, the laptop will likely have a MediaTek chip for wireless connectivity. While the leaked files are real, this source currently lacks an established track record, so these claims should still be treated with some skepticism. Some of the information mentioned above is not explicitly mentioned in the files, but rather is based on the leaker's interpretations, so it is possible that not every claim will prove to be accurate. The lower-cost MacBook is expected to be powered by the iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro chip, rather than an M-series chip, and it will reportedly have a smaller 12.9-inch display. Based on A18 Pro specs, this MacBook will likely have 8GB of RAM, and the laptop will likely have regular USB-C ports instead of faster Thunderbolt ports. Like the iBook from the early 2000s, it has been rumored that this MacBook will come in fun color options, like yellow, green, blue, and/or pink. The media will likely receive hands-on time with the lower-cost MacBook at the "Apple Experience" gatherings being held in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. There is no Apple Event live stream for this launch, with the new MacBook expected to be announced in a press release.Tag: MacBook (A18 Pro)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:18 pm
iPhone 17 Pro Gets 24x Zoom With Sandmarc's New Tetraprism Lens | MacRumors
iPhone 17 Pro Gets 24x Zoom With Sandmarc's New Tetraprism Lens
California-based accessory maker Sandmarc has launched a new Tetraprism 72mm Lens for iPhone that adds 3x optical magnification on top of the iPhone 17 Pro's built-in tetraprism telephoto camera. The iPhone 17 Pro's 48 MP Fusion Telephoto offers a true 4× optical zoom at a 100mm equivalent focal length. When combined with Sandmarc's 72mm lens, which adds genuine optical magnification on top, it can extend effective zoom up to 24x on the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. According to Sandmarc, users get 12x optical zoom at full 48MP resolution, or up to 24x at 24MP. Sandmarc claims the multi-element, multi-coated glass construction preserves sharpness and color accuracy at a distance while reducing flare. The company also says the optical compression effect is perfect for landscapes, cityscapes, and wildlife, or the sort of tight, layered look you'd normally need a dedicated camera to achieve. The 72mm lens sits alongside Sandmarc's existing 48mm model, which offers 2x magnification. Both mount directly to the tetraprism camera, but they do require a third-party pro camera app like Halide or Blackmagic Camera, since Apple's stock Camera app may automatically switch lenses. The lens is also compatible with the iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, with zoom reach topping out at 15x on those models. The lens itself weighs 180 grams and integrates with Sandmarc's case and filter mount system. The 72mm lens costs $299, while the 48mm model is priced at $249. Both can be ordered from Sandmarc's website.Tag: PhotographyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:15 pm
Higher-End AirPods Pro With 'Apple Intelligence' Rumored to Launch This Year | MacRumors
Higher-End AirPods Pro With 'Apple Intelligence' Rumored to Launch This Year
While the AirPods Pro 3 launched less than six months ago, it has been rumored that Apple plans to unveil new AirPods Pro this year. Instead of AirPods Pro 4, it has been rumored that the new AirPods Pro will be a higher-end version of the AirPods Pro 3. This would be similar to the regular AirPods 4, which are available in two versions, with and without active noise cancellation. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, and multiple other sources in the Apple rumor scene, the new AirPods Pro will be equipped with tiny infrared cameras that can "see around you." Kuo said the cameras will enable in-air gesture controls, and provide an enhanced audio experience between the AirPods Pro and Vision Pro. In addition, an occasional Apple leaker known as "Kosutami" claimed the infrared cameras will allow for the AirPods Pro to be "connected with Apple Intelligence." Specifically, it has been reported that Visual Intelligence will be a core feature of the camera-equipped AirPods Pro and Apple's other wearable AI devices. If these rumors are accurate, there would be two AirPods Pro 3 models:AirPods Pro 3: $249 AirPods Pro 3 with Cameras: Likely $299-$349+Apple has never offered multiple AirPods Pro product SKUs at the same time, but it is certainly plausible given the AirPods 4 precedent. Here are all of the AirPods Pro models ever released: AirPods Pro: October 28, 2019 AirPods Pro (MagSafe Charging Case): October 18, 2021 AirPods Pro 2: September 7, 2022 AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C): September 12, 2023 AirPods Pro 3: September 9, 2025 It is unclear when Apple plans to announce the new AirPods Pro this year, but September or October is most likely based on historical patterns.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Tags: Apple Intelligence, KosutamiBuyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:10 pm
EU Reveals Apple Made a Tiny Acquisition Last Year | MacRumors
EU Reveals Apple Made a Tiny Acquisition Last Year
In October 2025, Apple notified the European Commission that it would be acquiring invrs.io LLC's sole employee, and certain assets from the company. Following a four-month waiting period, the European Commission published this information this week. That sole employee appears to be Martin Schubert, according to his LinkedIn profile. Schubert founded invrs.io in 2023 to advance AI-guided design, initially focusing on optical and photonics technologies for AR/VR, data centers, and more. "Invrs develops open-source frameworks for photonics research, providing standardized simulation challenges and a public leaderboard for benchmarking and comparing design results," reads a notice on the European Commission's website. Schubert's systems could be useful for future Apple Vision Pro development, but it is unclear exactly what he was hired to work on at this point. He previously worked at Alphabet's X, on AI-powered photonic design, and at Meta. More details about invrs.io are available on GitHub. Last month, Apple announced that it acquired Q.ai, an Israeli startup working on AI technology for audio. That was reportedly Apple's second-biggest acquisition ever, with the deal valued at nearly $2 billion. Apple's largest acquisition was the headphone brand Beats, which it bought for $3 billion in 2014. Apple Music launched a year later, and it was built on the foundation of the former Beats Music streaming service.Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProTag: Apple AcquisitionBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:08 pm
More Lower-Cost MacBook Details Surface Ahead of 'Apple Experience' Next Week | MacRumors
More Lower-Cost MacBook Details Surface Ahead of 'Apple Experience' Next Week
Apple is expected to unveil up to five new products next week, including a lower-cost MacBook, and a few more details about the laptop surfaced today. According to supply chain sources who spoke to DigiTimes, the entry-level MacBook will indeed be launching in March. The report said volume shipments of the laptop to Apple are projected to begin next month. Quanta Computer is expected to be the primary assembler of this new model, and Foxconn is expected to join in later. Mass production was originally slated to begin in late 2025, but the timeframe was pushed back to the first quarter of 2026, the report said. Due to rising component costs, including skyrocketing DRAM and NAND storage chip prices, DigiTimes believes that higher pricing may be unavoidable. Early estimates placed this MacBook's starting price as low as $599 in the U.S., but it is possible that the laptop will start at $699 or $799 instead. In any case, college students should receive $100 off the regular price through Apple's education store on the web. The media will likely receive hands-on time with the lower-cost MacBook at the "Apple Experience" gatherings being held in New York, London, and Shanghai on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. There is no Apple Event live stream for this launch, with the new MacBook expected to be announced in a press release. The lower-cost MacBook will likely look more or less like a MacBook Air, but it will have some reduced specs. The laptop is expected to be powered by the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro, rather than an M-series chip, and it will reportedly have a slightly smaller 12.9-inch display. Based on the A18 Pro chip's specs, this MacBook will likely have just 8GB of RAM, as well as regular USB-C ports instead of faster Thunderbolt ports. Like the iBook from the early 2000s, it has been rumored that this MacBook will come in fun color options, like yellow, green, blue, and/or pink. Apple previously used the "MacBook" name (without "Air" or "Pro" branding) from 2006 to 2012, and again from 2015 to 2019, but all of those models used Intel processors. This would be the first time that there is an entry-level "MacBook" with Apple silicon, and we should finally learn all about it in less than a week.Tags: DigiTimes, MacBook (A18 Pro)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:51 pm
Get AirPods Max for $99 Off on Amazon | MacRumors
Get AirPods Max for $99 Off on Amazon
Amazon this week is back with a notable discount on the USB-C AirPods Max, available for $449.99 in all five colors, down from $549.00. This is one of the first times in a few weeks that we've tracked every color of the AirPods Max on sale at $99 off. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Compared to past deals, this is the best price we've tracked so far in 2026 on the AirPods Max, and an overall second-best price on the headphones. Current delivery estimates sit around March 3 for most colors, but the Midnight option is seeing delays by a few months. $99 OFFAirPods Max (USB-C) for $449.99 Additionally, on Amazon you can get the AirPods 4 for $99.00, down from $129.00. This is a second-best price on the AirPods 4, which is the base model without Active Noise Cancellation. $30 OFFAirPods 4 for $99.00 Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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01:37 pm
iPhone Fold Crease Measurements Revealed as Device Hits Production | MacRumors
iPhone Fold Crease Measurements Revealed as Device Hits Production
Apple has submitted production line orders for its upcoming foldable iPhone, effectively confirming that the device will launch this year, claims a Chinese leaker. According to the Weibo account "Fixed Focus Digital," assembly lines recently received the orders from Apple, which has apparently allowed the leaker to learn the crease measurements for the device's 7.8-inch inner display. The crease depth is said to have been controlled to under 0.15 mm. Crease depth refers to how deep the groove or indentation at the fold is. A smaller number means the crease is shallower and less noticeable to the eye and to the touch. The crease angle is said to be under 2.5 degrees. Crease angle describes how sharp the fold line appears when the display is unfolded, which is measured as the angle formed at the crease area. A smaller angle indicates a smoother, flatter transition across the fold, rather than a sharp ridge or valley. Unfortunately, competing foldable brands don't publish such crease measurements, so it's not easy to compare the figures against anything on the market. However, Apple's foldable iPhone is expected to feature a new type of display panel developed by Samsung that has never been used in a foldable product, and which has been described variously as being "virtually crease free" and having "no crease at all." Separately, Chinese site UDN last year reported that Apple had solved "the crease problem" that has plagued most foldable smartphones, and the foldable ‌iPhone‌ will be the first crease-free foldable on the market. Reports suggest Apple's foldable iPhone will feature a 7.8-inch main display when unfolded and a 5.5-inch cover display. The device is expected to adopt a book-style design similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold, rather than a clamshell form factor. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple's first foldable will include two rear cameras, a single front-facing camera, and Touch ID integrated into the power button. The device could measure just 4.5mm thick when unfolded, and between 9mm and 9.5mm when closed. Apple is expected unveil the foldable alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models in September, representing the biggest form factor change since the original iPhone in 2007.Tags: Fixed Focus Digital, Foldable iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:33 am
Apple's Second Retail Store in Mumbai Opens This Thursday | MacRumors
Apple's Second Retail Store in Mumbai Opens This Thursday
Apple has previewed Apple Borivali, its sixth store to open in India, and the company's second store in Mumbai. The store opens on Thursday, February 26, at 1 p.m. IST. The store is in Sky City Mall, a large new shopping and entertainment complex in Borivali East, located off the Western Express Highway near the Devipada Metro Station in the Khande Rao Dongari area of the city. "We're thrilled to open Apple Borivali, and bring the best of Apple to life for even more customers in India," said Deirdre O'Brien, Apple's senior vice president of Retail and People. "We're so inspired by the creativity and enthusiasm of communities across India, and our dedicated team members are excited to welcome and connect with customers in this extraordinary new store, our second in Mumbai."The store will have more than 70 team members to provide guidance and support for Apple customers, as well as providing retail services like Apple Trade In, flexible financing, safe data transfer, and Personal Setup. Like all Apple facilities, Apple Borivali operates on 100 percent renewable energy and is carbon neutral. Apple has created a special Apple Music playlist to celebrate the new store, as well as special decorative wallpapers for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Apple's new Borivali store is the latest addition to its retail presence in India. The company opened its first two Indian stores in 2023 in Mumbai (BKC) and Delhi (Saket), then expanded to Bengaluru (Hebbal) and Pune (Koregaon Park), with a Noida location opening in 2025. In the past, CEO Tim Cook and other Apple executives have remarked on the importance of India, which is home to the world's second biggest smartphone market. In 2020 Apple opened its online store in India, offering Indian customers a way to purchase products directly from Apple without having to go through an authorized premium reseller.Tags: India, RetailThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Tuesday February 24
11:57 pm
M4 iPad Air: What's New and When It's Coming | MacRumors
M4 iPad Air: What's New and When It's Coming
Apple is planning to hold an "Experience" on March 4 for select members of the media, and in the days before the event, we're expecting several product refreshes. The iPad Air is one of the new devices that could get an update, so we thought we'd highlight what's coming. Design and Display There are no design changes rumored for the ‌iPad Air‌, so we can expect the same 11-inch and 13-inch size options. The ‌iPad Air‌ is thicker and heavier than the iPad Pro, and it uses a standard LED display instead of OLED technology. The ‌iPad Air‌ will eventually be upgraded to OLED, but for now, the higher-end display technology will remain limited to the ‌iPad Pro‌. The ‌iPad Air‌ also doesn't support ProMotion, and there's no sign that Apple is planning to add it. The ‌iPad Air‌ will continue to feature USB-C, a Touch ID top button, and the same front and rear cameras. It's possible there will be a new color option, but it's not guaranteed with a minor refresh. No new accessories are rumored, and it will continue to work with the Magic Keyboard and the Apple Pencil Pro. M4 Chip Apple has been updating the ‌iPad Air‌ with an M-series chip that's a generation behind the chip in the ‌iPad Pro‌. Since the ‌iPad Pro‌ was updated in October 2025 with the M5, the ‌iPad Air‌ is set to get the M4 chip. The M3 in the current ‌iPad Air‌ and the M4 chip are both built on a 3-nanometer process, but the M4 has an updated process that brings speed and efficiency improvements. There are up to 10 CPU cores instead of 8, the Neural Engine is faster, and there's more memory bandwidth. The GPU is also more power efficient for potential battery gains. The M4 CPU is up to 30 percent faster than the M3 CPU, while the GPU is up to 21 percent faster. The ‌iPad Air‌ already supports Apple Intelligence, and the next-generation model will continue to do so. Apple increased the RAM in ‌iPad Pro‌ models with higher storage tiers, but there's no word on whether that same change will come to the ‌iPad Air‌. Current models feature 8GB RAM, the minimum for ‌Apple Intelligence‌. Charging The ‌iPad Pro‌ gained faster charging with the M5 update, and that's something that could trickle down to the ‌iPad Air‌. N1 Networking Chip The ‌iPad Air‌ is likely to adopt the N1 networking chip that Apple first introduced in the iPhone 17 models. The N1 chip is an Apple-designed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip that offers connectivity and efficiency improvements compared to the third-party chips that Apple has used in previous devices. The N1 supports the latest Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 technology. The current ‌iPad Air‌ offers Wi-Fi 6E support, so the next-generation model could see faster Wi-Fi speeds on compatible networks with Wi-Fi 7. Apple Modem Apple used the C1X in the M5 ‌iPad Pro‌, and the cellular versions of the ‌iPad Air‌ will get that same modem chip. The C1X is an upgraded variant of the C1, Apple's first in-house modem chip. It offers performance on par with Qualcomm chips, though 5G connectivity is limited to sub-6GHz with no support for mmWave 5G. That's not an issue on the iPad, because the current version of the ‌iPad Air‌ doesn't support mmWave. Apple's modem chips are much more power efficient than Qualcomm modem chips, and are able to better integrate with other ‌iPad‌ components. Pricing There are no rumors of a price increase, so the 11-inch model is expected to continue to start at $599, while the 13-inch model will start at $799. Launch Date The ‌iPad Air‌ could come out as soon as next week, ahead of Apple's March 4 Special Experience.Related Roundup: iPad Air Buyer's Guide: iPad Air (Don't Buy)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:18 pm
YouTube's More Affordable Premium Lite Plan Gets New Perks | MacRumors
YouTube's More Affordable Premium Lite Plan Gets New Perks
YouTube today updated its Premium Lite subscription plan with new features, including background play and downloads. Subscribers will be able to watch most videos ad-free offline and in the background. Prior to now, downloads and background play were features that were limited to the more expensive Premium plan. YouTube Premium Lite is priced at $7.99 per month in the U.S., while YouTube Premium is priced at $13.99 per month. YouTube Premium Lite removes ads from most, but not all videos, and it does not include ad-free access to the YouTube Music app. Most non-music content is ad-free with YouTube Premium Lite, though Shorts still have ads. YouTube Premium removes ads from all videos, including music content, plus it has extra features like jump ahead, queuing, and continue watching. YouTube says that background play and downloads are rolling out to Premium Lite subscribers starting today, but it may take a few weeks for everyone to get access to the new features.Tag: YouTubeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:49 pm
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Expected to Feature Smaller Dynamic Island | MacRumors
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max Expected to Feature Smaller Dynamic Island
The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will have a smaller Dynamic Island, according to Bloomberg. Over the past year, there have been mixed rumors about whether the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models will continue to feature a ‌Dynamic Island‌ or have a hole punch camera with under screen Face ID and no ‌Dynamic Island‌, but the latest information suggests we're not getting rid of the ‌Dynamic Island‌ just yet. Along with Bloomberg, several prominent leakers on Weibo and other social media sites have said Apple will make the Dynamic Island smaller, but won't eliminate it. We heard the same rumors about a smaller iPhone 17 Pro ‌Dynamic Island‌ last year, but the ‌Dynamic Island‌ ultimately ended up being the same size. Rumors about the ‌Dynamic Island‌ have picked up in late 2025 and early 2026, and when we see a deluge of differently-sourced rumors about the same feature in the months leading up to a new iPhone's launch, those rumors are typically accurate. Most of the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro rumors about under-display Face ID and no ‌Dynamic Island‌ circulated earlier in 2025, so Apple either considered the feature for the 18 Pro lineup and pushed it back, or those rumors were just guessing. There also may have been confusion over what's moving under the display and what's not. To implement a smaller ‌Dynamic Island‌, Apple is rumored to be putting the ‌Face ID‌ dot illuminator under the display, and rumors suggest the company is also implementing new camera miniaturization technology that could cut down on the size of the front-facing camera. The front-facing camera, ‌Face ID‌ dot projector, and infrared camera are expected to be housed in the ‌Dynamic Island‌, and won't be under the display. Apple does eventually want to create an ‌iPhone‌ that's a slab of glass with no cutouts, and we may see that for the 20th anniversary iPhone planned for 2027, but it won't happen in fall 2026 with the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:23 pm
Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro Coming in 2026 With Dynamic Island and Redesigned macOS Controls | MacRumors
Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro Coming in 2026 With Dynamic Island and Redesigned macOS Controls
The rumored touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro that Apple has in development will adopt the iPhone's Dynamic Island and a hole-punch camera, reports Bloomberg. The ‌Dynamic Island‌ will replace the notch, leaving more available screen space for content. As with the ‌iPhone‌'s ‌Dynamic Island‌, the Mac ‌Dynamic Island‌ will be interactive and it will contextually expand based on the app or Mac feature in use. Apple is updating macOS to make it more touch friendly. Users will be able to tap or click on-screen elements, and controls will change based on input method. If a user taps on a menu bar item, for example, it will display a larger set of controls optimized for touch. Touch-based options will be integrated throughout macOS, and it will support iPad features like pinch gestures for zooming in or out and fast scrolling. The new ‌MacBook Pro‌ will be the first Mac that supports touch gestures on the display, despite Apple's insistence over the years that it would not bring touch-based technology to the Mac. Apple did experiment with an OLED Touch Bar in prior ‌MacBook Pro‌ models, but ultimately removed it after it proved to be unpopular. Apple apparently is not going to advertise the ‌MacBook Pro‌ as a touch-first device like the ‌iPad‌, and will let customers use touch and mouse gestures interchangeably for all functions. Along with a touchscreen and OLED display technology, the ‌MacBook Pro‌ could have an updated design with a slimmed-down chassis, but it will look a lot like the current ‌MacBook Pro‌. Apple is not removing the keyboard or the trackpad, and sizes aren't expected to change. Apple is planning for OLED versions of both the 14-inch and 16-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌ models. Apple plans to update the ‌MacBook Pro‌ with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips this spring, but the OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌ models will adopt the M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, built on Apple's new 2-nanometer process. The OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌ models are expected to launch toward the end of 2026, so Apple is planning for two ‌MacBook Pro‌ refreshes in 2026.Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Caution)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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08:46 pm
Apple Now Blocks 18+ App Downloads in Australia, Brazil, and Singapore Without Age Assurance | MacRumors
Apple Now Blocks 18+ App Downloads in Australia, Brazil, and Singapore Without Age Assurance
Apple today provided an update on its age assurance tools for developers in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Developers in these areas will face new age assurance and parental consent obligations, and Apple's APIs will help them meet these upcoming requirements. As of February 24, Apple is blocking users in Australia, Brazil, and Singapore from downloading apps rated 18+ unless they have been confirmed to be adults through an App Store age confirmation process that uses "reasonable methods." Age confirmation is done automatically through the ‌App Store‌, but developers may also need to independently confirm their users are adults with the Declared Age Range API. In Brazil, apps that have loot boxes will have their age rating adjusted to 18+ in the Brazilian storefront, as Brazil's new age-related app store laws prevent apps from offering loot boxes to children. Developers can see a user's age group when the user or user's parent opts to share it, with Apple including a new signal about the method of age assurance. In Utah and Louisiana, there are upcoming regulations that require developers to establish a user's age with the Declared Age Range API to restrict children from downloading apps that are not age appropriate. Apple has updated the API to help developers determine whether age-related regulatory requirements apply to a user, and whether the user is required to share age range. There's also a new notice if an app is required to get a parent or guardian's permission for significant app updates for an app downloaded by a child. In some cases, developers are required to inform parents when apps receive a major update with new functionality, and the parents have to provide permission for the child to use the app, even if permission was previously granted. Utah's ‌App Store‌ Accountability Act requirement starts on May 6, 2026, while Louisiana's House Bill 570 begins on July 1, 2026, and both laws are applicable only to new Apple Accounts. Several countries and U.S. states have started implementing strict child protection laws, some of which require app store operators like Apple to confirm user age and obtain parental consent before minors are allowed to download apps. Developers can face fines for not complying with age assurance requirements. In Utah, for example, parents can recover damages of up to $1,000 per violation, while Louisiana can fine developers up to $10,000 per violation after a 45-day grace period. Apple could also be fined millions of dollars for non-compliance in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore, where there are now platform-level requirements. Apple fought against platform-level legislation because of the privacy issues raised by the age verification process. Apple does not want to verify age through methods like ID submission due to data collection concerns, and the company also does not want to share age information from every user with developers.Tag: App StoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Tuesday February 24
10:20 am
Microsoft Sovereign Cloud adds governance, productivity, and support for large AI models securely running even when completely disconnected | Office for Mac
Microsoft Sovereign Cloud adds governance, productivity, and support for large AI models securely running even when completely disconnected
Microsoft Sovereign Cloud's expansion of capabilities includes Azure Local disconnected operations, Microsoft 365 Local disconnected, and Microsoft Foundry addition of large model and modern infrastructure capabilities. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
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Thursday February 05
06:00 pm
The ultimate Microsoft 365 community event returns—your front‑row seat to the future of intelligent work | Office for Mac
The ultimate Microsoft 365 community event returns—your front‑row seat to the future of intelligent work
This event is your front-row seat to everything new and next across Microsoft 365—with hundreds of opportunities to learn directly from product makers and connect with the best community in tech. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
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Monday January 26
05:00 pm
The 6 pillars that will define agent readiness in 2026 | Office for Mac
The 6 pillars that will define agent readiness in 2026
Learn six practical ways to build and scale agents with Microsoft Copilot Studio while supporting enterprise adoption and governance. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
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Thursday January 15
04:00 pm
College Students now get 12 months of Microsoft 365 Premium and LinkedIn Premium Career on us | Office for Mac
College Students now get 12 months of Microsoft 365 Premium and LinkedIn Premium Career on us
We’ve put together something special just for students—a limited time offer that helps you study smarter, stand out in your job search, and turn your ambitions into reality. The post appeared first on Microsoft 365 Blog.
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Friday February 20
08:00 pm
‘Starkiller’ Phishing Service Proxies Real Login Pages, MFA | Krebs on Security
‘Starkiller’ Phishing Service Proxies Real Login Pages, MFA
Most phishing websites are little more than static copies of login pages for popular online destinations, and they are often quickly taken down by anti-abuse activists and security firms. But a stealthy new phishing-as-a-service offering lets customers sidestep both of these pitfalls: It uses cleverly disguised links to load the target brand's real website, and then acts as a relay between the target and the legitimate site -- forwarding the victim's username, password and multi-factor authentication (MFA) code to the legitimate site and returning its responses.
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Wednesday February 11
04:08 pm
Kimwolf Botnet Swamps Anonymity Network I2P | Krebs on Security
Kimwolf Botnet Swamps Anonymity Network I2P
For the past week, the massive "Internet of Things" (IoT) botnet known as Kimwolf has been disrupting the The Invisible Internet Project (I2P), a decentralized, encrypted communications network designed to anonymize and secure online communications. I2P users started reporting disruptions in the network around the same time the Kimwolf botmasters began relying on it to evade takedown attempts against the botnet's control servers.
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Tuesday February 10
09:49 pm
Patch Tuesday, February 2026 Edition | Krebs on Security
Patch Tuesday, February 2026 Edition
Microsoft today released updates to fix more than 50 security holes in its Windows operating systems and other software, including patches for a whopping six "zero-day" vulnerabilities that attackers are already exploiting in the wild.
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Monday February 02
04:15 pm
Please Don’t Feed the Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters | Krebs on Security
Please Don’t Feed the Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters
A prolific data ransom gang that calls itself Scattered Lapsus ShinyHunters (SLSH) has a distinctive playbook when it seeks to extort payment from victim firms: Harassing, threatening and even swatting executives and their families, all while notifying journalists and regulators… Read More »
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Monday January 26
04:11 pm
Who Operates the Badbox 2.0 Botnet? | Krebs on Security
Who Operates the Badbox 2.0 Botnet?
The cybercriminals in control of Kimwolf -- a disruptive botnet that has infected more than 2 million devices -- recently shared a screenshot indicating they'd compromised the control panel for Badbox 2.0, a vast China-based botnet powered by malicious software that comes pre-installed on many Android TV streaming boxes. Both the FBI and Google say they are hunting for the people behind Badbox 2.0, and thanks to bragging by the Kimwolf botmasters we may now have a much clearer idea about that.
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08:26 am
What Is a Keylogger? How It Works, Risks, and How to Remove It | Intego Mac Security
What Is a Keylogger? How It Works, Risks, and How to Remove It
Every time you type a password, send a message, or enter credit card details online, that information briefly exists in its most exposed form: raw keystrokes. While most security tools focus on protecting data in transit or at rest, some threats are designed to capture it before those protections ever apply. Keyloggers do exactly that. […] The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
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08:23 am
Boot Sector Virus: Definition, How It Works, and How to Recover | Intego Mac Security
Boot Sector Virus: Definition, How It Works, and How to Recover
Long before ransomware pop-ups and phishing emails became common, some of the most damaging computer infections struck before an operating system even loaded. Users would turn on their computer, only to see cryptic error messages, corrupted data, or systems that refused to start at all. In many of these cases, the problem was not a […] The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
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Sunday January 25
09:13 pm
Why Is My Mac Running Slow — Common Causes and How to Fix It | Intego Mac Security
Why Is My Mac Running Slow — Common Causes and How to Fix It
Is your Mac running slow? Here's how to diagnose and fix performance issues and get your Mac to run faster. The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
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Wednesday January 21
08:15 am
What Is SSO? How Single Sign-On Works and Why It Matters | Intego Mac Security
What Is SSO? How Single Sign-On Works and Why It Matters
A typical work day often involves half a dozen logins before anything productive happens. One for email, another for documents, another for messaging, and more for tools that only get used once a week. Over time, passwords blur together, and security often takes a back seat to convenience. Single sign-on, or SSO, changes that experience. […] The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
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08:05 am
What Is Cyber Insurance? Coverage, Costs, and Real-World Examples | Intego Mac Security
What Is Cyber Insurance? Coverage, Costs, and Real-World Examples
In 2013, U.S. retailer Target experienced one of the most widely reported data breaches in history. Attackers gained access to the company’s payment systems and exposed the credit and debit card information of more than 40 million customers. The incident led to lawsuits, regulatory scrutiny, customer notification requirements, and years of recovery efforts. Target had […] The post appeared first on The Mac Security Blog.
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Tuesday January 20
06:19 pm
Kimwolf Botnet Lurking in Corporate, Govt. Networks | Krebs on Security
Kimwolf Botnet Lurking in Corporate, Govt. Networks
A new Internet-of-Things botnet called Kimwolf has spread to more than 2 million devices, forcing infected systems to participate in massive distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks and to relay other malicious and abusive Internet traffic. Kimwolf's ability to scan the local networks of compromised systems for other IoT devices to infect makes it a sobering threat to organizations, and new research reveals Kimwolf is surprisingly prevalent in government and corporate networks.
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Monday February 16
06:16 pm
Apple introduces a new video podcast experience on Apple Podcasts | Apple Newsroom
Apple introduces a new video podcast experience on Apple Podcasts
Apple today announced a transformative update coming to Apple Podcasts this spring that will bring advanced video podcast capabilities to the app.
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Monday February 09
05:53 am
The biggest hits of Bad Bunny’s Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show | Apple Newsroom
The biggest hits of Bad Bunny’s Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show
Bad Bunny’s historic Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show performance has united music fans across the globe, according to real-time listening data from Apple Music.
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Thursday February 26
05:53 pm
HKG (Hong Kong) on 2026-02-26 | CloudFlare
HKG (Hong Kong) on 2026-02-26
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 26, 18:00 - 23:00 UTCFeb 26, 17:40 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in HKG (Hong Kong) datacenter on 2026-02-26 between 18:00 and 23:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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05:24 pm
Some app integrations experiencing delayed triggers sporadically | Zapier
Some app integrations experiencing delayed triggers sporadically
Status: InvestigatingOur Engineering team is investigating an issue with several app integrations which could potentially cause some trigger and few action events to execute with a delay, or not execute. The team has been working on mitigating actions, and we'll be updating the status page as soon as we learn more. Many thanks for your patience. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions at: zapier.com/get-help: http://zapier.com/get-helpAffected components Searches & Writes (Degraded performance) Polling Triggers (Degraded performance)
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04:23 pm
Network Performance issues in Frankfurt, Germany | CloudFlare
Network Performance issues in Frankfurt, Germany
Feb 26, 16:23 UTCIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.Feb 26, 16:14 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to investigate this issue.Feb 26, 16:13 UTCInvestigating - Some users in Frankfurt, Germany may experience increased latency or timeouts.
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03:13 pm
Zaps using notion triggers stopped triggering | Zapier
Zaps using notion triggers stopped triggering
Status: InvestigatingOur team is currently investigating an issue where Zaps using Notion triggers stopped triggering approximately 3 hours ago. We're currently seeing improvement and starting to receive hooks from Notion again, and we're working together with our Partners to restore the Zaps back to normal. Many thanks for your patience, and feel free to reach us at zapier.com/get-help "zapier.com/get-help": http://zapier.com/get-help if you have any questions!
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06:18 am
Issues displaying system metrics | Digital Ocean
Issues displaying system metrics
Feb 25, 22:18 PSTInvestigating - We are currently investigating an issue affecting the display of system metrics on statuspages.
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Wednesday February 25
11:10 pm
Increased latency with the Cloudflare One Client connected to datacenters in the Texas region | CloudFlare
Increased latency with the Cloudflare One Client connected to datacenters in the Texas region
Feb 25, 23:10 UTCInvestigating - Multiple users in the Texas region may experience performance degradation and increased latency while using the Cloudflare One Client (formerly known as the Cloudflare WARP client). We are actively troubleshooting the issue and will provide updates shortly.
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09:53 pm
United States MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
United States MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 26, 02:00 - 05:00 PSTFeb 25, 13:32 PSTScheduled - Our MMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 26 February 2026 at 02:00 PST until 26 February 2026 at 05:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering MMS to and from United States handsets via subset of United States short codes.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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06:23 pm
HAM (Hamburg) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
HAM (Hamburg) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 23:45 UTC - Feb 26, 06:00 UTCFeb 25, 18:21 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in HAM (Hamburg) datacenter between 2026-02-25 23:45 and 2026-02-26 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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05:30 pm
Cloudflare GraphQL API Outage in US region | CloudFlare
Cloudflare GraphQL API Outage in US region
Feb 25, 17:30 UTCResolved - The Cloudflare GraphQL API in the US region experienced a brief service disruption between 17:36 and 17:53 UTC. The issue is now fully resolved.
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05:30 pm
Workers Cron Triggers not firing | CloudFlare
Workers Cron Triggers not firing
Feb 25, 17:30 UTCResolved - Cloudflare is aware of and has mitigated an issue which impacted for some customers. This impacted some users from 17:54 to 18:18 UTC.
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04:52 pm
EBL (Erbil) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
EBL (Erbil) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 20:00 - 21:15 UTCFeb 25, 16:26 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in EBL (Erbil) datacenter on 2026-02-25 between 20:00 and 21:15 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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04:30 pm
Connectivity degradation in Hamburg, Germany datacenter | CloudFlare
Connectivity degradation in Hamburg, Germany datacenter
Feb 25, 16:30 UTCResolved - Between 16:32 and 16:38 UTC, a connectivity degradation occurred in Hamburg, Germany datacenter.
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03:58 pm
Task Usage Page Currently Unavailable | Zapier
Task Usage Page Currently Unavailable
Status: InvestigatingWe’re currently investigating an issue affecting the Task Usage page. At the moment, some customers may not be able to view their task usage data in the UI. Our engineering team is actively working to resolve this and restore visibility to the Task Usage page as quickly as possible. We’ll continue to share updates as soon as we have more information. If you have any questions, reach out to our support team here: https://zapier.com/app/get-help
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02:52 pm
SJK (São José dos Campos) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
SJK (São José dos Campos) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 16:30 - 19:30 UTCFeb 25, 14:36 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJK (São José dos Campos) datacenter on 2026-02-25 between 16:30 and 19:30 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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01:30 pm
Dashboard SSO Briefly Experienced Errors | CloudFlare
Dashboard SSO Briefly Experienced Errors
Feb 25, 13:30 UTCResolved - For a brief period, logging into the Dashboard via SSO was resulting in an error for all users.Impacted Services: Dashboard
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12:23 pm
ATL (Atlanta) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
ATL (Atlanta) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 12:30 - 16:30 UTCFeb 25, 11:58 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ATL (Atlanta) datacenter on 2026-02-25 between 12:30 and 16:30 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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09:22 am
SJC (San Jose) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
SJC (San Jose) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 11:00 - 15:00 UTCFeb 25, 09:04 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2026-02-25 between 11:00 and 15:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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08:22 am
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tattelecom | Twilio
Russia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tattelecom
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 11:00 - 17:00 PSTFeb 25, 00:05 PSTScheduled - The Tattelecom network in Russia is conducting an emergency maintenance from 25 February 2026 at 11:00 PST until 25 February 2026 at 17:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Tattelecom Russia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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05:52 am
MRS (Marseille) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
MRS (Marseille) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 23:00 UTC - Feb 26, 07:00 UTCFeb 25, 05:48 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MRS (Marseille) datacenter between 2026-02-25 23:00 and 2026-02-26 07:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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Tuesday February 24
05:52 pm
POA (Porto Alegre) on 2026-02-25 | CloudFlare
POA (Porto Alegre) on 2026-02-25
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 25, 08:00 - 13:00 UTCFeb 24, 17:46 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in POA (Porto Alegre) datacenter on 2026-02-25 between 08:00 and 13:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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Wednesday February 25
03:09 pm
Take $100 off every M3-powered iPad Air at Target | MacPrices.net
Take $100 off every M3-powered iPad Air at Target
Target has WiFi 11-inch M3 iPad Airs and 13-inch M3 iPad Airs on sale for $100 off MSRP on their online store. Prices start at $499.99. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPad Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Tuesday February 24
12:51 pm
Apple’s 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros are on sale for up to $150 off MSRP, prices start at $1449 | MacPrices.net
Apple’s 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros are on sale for up to $150 off MSRP, prices start at $1449
Amazon is offering 14" M5 MacBook Pro discounts ranging up to $150 off Apple's standard MSRP, each including free shipping: - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1449, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1449, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1649, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1692, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Black): $1849, MSRP $1999 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Silver): $1875, MSRP $1999 These are the lowest prices available for new M5 MacBook Pros right now. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Sunday February 22
01:05 pm
Mac mini with M4 Pro CPU on sale for $1299, $100 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
Mac mini with M4 Pro CPU on sale for $1299, $100 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has M4 Pro Mac minis on sale for $100 off Apple's MSRP, only $1299. This model has 24GB of memory and 512GB of SSD storage. Shipping is free. Their price is the lowest currently available for this popular mini: - Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1299, $100 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.
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01:03 pm
Sunday Sale: $150 off MacBook Airs, prices start at $849 | MacPrices.net
Sunday Sale: $150 off MacBook Airs, prices start at $849
Amazon has 13" and 15" M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $150 off Apple's MSRP right now. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $849.99, $150 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1049.99, $150 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1249.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $1049.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1249.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB/): $1449.99, $150 off These are the lowest M4 MacBook Air prices currently available at Apple retailers. For the latest sales & prices see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, both updated daily.
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Wednesday February 18
12:53 pm
13-inch M3 iPad Airs on sale for $120-$140 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
13-inch M3 iPad Airs on sale for $120-$140 off Apple’s MSRP
Take $120-$140 off 13-inch M3 WiFi Gray iPad Airs at Amazon as part of their current sales. Shipping is free: - 13" 128GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $679, $120 off MSRP - 13" 256GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $779, $120 off MSRP - 13" 512GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $979, $120 off MSRP - 13" 1TB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $1159, $140 off MSRP Be sure to order from Amazon itself rather than a third-party seller. These are the lowest prices currently available for new 13" M3-powered Gray iPad Airs. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPad Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
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12:48 pm
11-inch 256GB iPad Pro on sale for $799, $200 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
11-inch 256GB iPad Pro on sale for $799, $200 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 256GB 11" M5 WiFi iPad Pro on sale for $200 off MSRP, only $799. Shipping is free: - 11" M5 iPad Pro 256GB WiFi: $799.99, $200 off This is the lowest price available for a new iPad Pro. For the latest sales and deals, see our 11-inch iPad Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Monday February 16
01:39 pm
Mac Studio with M3 Ultra CPU on sale for $3749, $250 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
Mac Studio with M3 Ultra CPU on sale for $3749, $250 off Apple’s MSRP
B&H Photo has the Mac Studio with Apple's M3 Ultra CPU in stock today and on sale for $250 off MSRP, now $3749 (28-Core CPU and 96GB RAM/1TB SSD). B&H also offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses. Their price is the lowest available for this Mac Studio model. For the latest prices and sales, see our Mac Studio Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Saturday February 14
01:24 pm
AirPods Max on President’s Day Weekend Sale for $120 off MSRP | MacPrices.net
AirPods Max on President’s Day Weekend Sale for $120 off MSRP
Walmart has Midnight AirPods Max with USB-C on sale for $429.99, $120 off Apple's MSRP. Sale price for online orders only, in-store price may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). It's the lowest price available for these AirPods among the retailers we track. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
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Friday February 13
07:31 pm
13-inch M4 MacBook Airs on President’s Day Weekend sale for $150 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
13-inch M4 MacBook Airs on President’s Day Weekend sale for $150 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has 13" M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $150 off Apple's MSRP this weekend. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $849.99, $150 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1049.99, $150 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1249, $150 off These are the lowest M4 MacBook Air prices currently available at Apple retailers. For the latest sales & prices see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
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07:30 pm
President’s Day Sale: $150 off 15-inch M4 MacBook Airs at Amazon | MacPrices.net
President’s Day Sale: $150 off 15-inch M4 MacBook Airs at Amazon
Amazon has 15" M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $150 off Apple's MSRP this weekend. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $1049.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1249.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB/): $1449.99, $150 off These are the lowest 15" M4 MacBook Air prices currently available at Apple retailers. For the latest sales & prices see our 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
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07:15 pm
Apple AirPods on sale this weekend for up to $100 off MSRP | MacPrices.net
Apple AirPods on sale this weekend for up to $100 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple AirPods on sale this President's Day Weekend for up to $100 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods 4: $99, $30 off - AirPods 4 with ANC: $139.99, $40 off - AirPods Pro 3: $209.99, $40 off - AirPods Max: $449, $100 off Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
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07:12 pm
Updated MacBook Price Trackers | MacPrices.net
Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Our Apple award-winning MacBook Price Trackers are continually updated with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability for 16" and 14" MacBook Pros along with 13" and 15" MacBook Airs from Apple's authorized online retailers. We include prices for open-box MacBooks that might be available as well. Current sales range up to $200+ off MSRP for new MacBook Airs and up to $400+ off MacBook Pros: - 16" MacBook Pros - 14" MacBook Pros - 15" MacBook Airs - 13" MacBook Airs
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Wednesday February 25
09:54 pm
Refurb 1st Gen Apple iPad Pro 10.5″ 512GB WiFi / Cellular (2017) for $220 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb 1st Gen Apple iPad Pro 10.5″ 512GB WiFi / Cellular (2017) for $220 + free shipping
Use promo code "IPADPRO512" for the best price we could find by $85. A 90-day warranty is provided. Buy Now at dailysteals
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09:30 pm
Refurb Apple 7th-Gen. iPad 10.2″ 128GB WiFi Tablet (2019) for $135 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 7th-Gen. iPad 10.2″ 128GB WiFi Tablet (2019) for $135 + free shipping
Save an extra $10 with promo code "IPAD128" and get the lowest price we could find by $35. A 90-day warranty is provided. Buy Now at UntilGone
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08:39 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Yellow – G19F0LL/A – $1,249.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU – Yellow – G19F0LL/A – $1,249.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M3 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU - Yellow – G19F0LL/A $1,249.00 Originally released October 2023 24-inch 4.5K Retina display;² 4480-by-2520 resolution at 218 pixels per inch with support for 1 billion colors 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ Magic Keyboard with Touch ID⁵ 1080p FaceTime HD camera Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) ports Two USB 3 ports (up to 10Gb/s) Product page on the Apple Store…
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Monday February 23
10:51 am
iPad Pro M5 Tablets at Best Buy: Up to $100 off + free shipping | DealNews iPads
iPad Pro M5 Tablets at Best Buy: Up to $100 off + free shipping
Save on close to 10 models, with prices starting from $949. We’ve pictured the Apple iPad Pro 13″ 512GB WiFi Tablet for $1,399 ($100 off). My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders (it’s free to join). Shop Now at Best Buy
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10:51 am
iPad Pro M5 Tablet Top Deals at Best Buy: Up to $100 off + free shipping | DealNews iPads
iPad Pro M5 Tablet Top Deals at Best Buy: Up to $100 off + free shipping
Save on close to 10 models, with prices starting from $949. We’ve pictured the Apple iPad Pro 13″ 512GB WiFi Tablet for $1,399 ($100 off). My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders (it’s free to join). Shop Now at Best Buy
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10:29 am
MacBooks at Best Buy: Up to 80% off + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
MacBooks at Best Buy: Up to 80% off + free shipping
Save on almost 300 models, with prices starting from $310. We’ve pictured the Apple 14″ MacBook Pro M4 Pro Laptop (2024) for $1,799 ($200 savings). My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders (it’s free to join). Shop Now at Best Buy
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10:29 am
MacBook Top Deals at Best Buy: Up to 80% off + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
MacBook Top Deals at Best Buy: Up to 80% off + free shipping
Save on almost 300 models, with prices starting from $310. We’ve pictured the Apple 14″ MacBook Pro M4 Pro Laptop (2024) for $1,799 ($200 savings). My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders (it’s free to join). Shop Now at Best Buy
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Thursday February 19
03:02 pm
Open-box 11th-Gen. Apple iPad A16 128GB 11″ Tablet (2025) for $266 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Open-box 11th-Gen. Apple iPad A16 128GB 11″ Tablet (2025) for $266 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPSAVE10OFF" to get this model for the best price we've seen, outside of used units. Buy Now at eBay
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05:03 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – G1E23LL/A – $1,269.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – G1E23LL/A – $1,269.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Silver – G1E23LL/A $1,269.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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03:55 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Green – G1E45LL/A – $1,609.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Green – G1E45LL/A – $1,609.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Green – G1E45LL/A $1,609.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 1TB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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12:37 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1E65LL/A – $1,609.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1E65LL/A – $1,609.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink – G1E65LL/A $1,609.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 1TB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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12:32 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Orange – G1E83LL/A – $1,269.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Orange – G1E83LL/A – $1,269.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Orange – G1E83LL/A $1,269.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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12:32 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Orange – FWUJ3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Orange – FWUJ3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Orange – FWUJ3LL/A $1,099.00 $1,299.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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12:32 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Purple – FWUH3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Purple – FWUH3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Purple – FWUH3LL/A $1,099.00 $1,299.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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Wednesday February 18
11:57 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1E62LL/A – $1,439.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – G1E62LL/A – $1,439.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink – G1E62LL/A $1,439.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 1TB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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