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- 04:25 pmFuture Apple Pencils could physically transform to feel like drawing with fountain pens or paintbrushes | AppleInsiderFuture Apple Pencils could physically transform to feel like drawing with fountain pens or paintbrushes
Apple has been researching how to adjust the Apple Pencil's tip angle, haptic feedback, weight distribution and even stiffness of the Apple Pencil to contextually turn it into the right tool for painting or calligraphy.Detail from the patent showing an Apple Pencil stylus tip and how it might adjust — image credit: AppleIt's been over a decade since the Apple Pencil was announced to criticism that it was just an expensive stylus with an over-engineered name — and also praise that it was great. Since then, though, Apple has maybe spent more time developing this stylus than it has the Mac Pro.So many patents have been filed before, such as having the Apple Pencil detect colors and textures. Or it might gain a see-through Touch Bar, or even be usable as a TV antenna, for some reason. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:23 pmICN (Seoul) on 2026-03-11
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 11, 17:00 - 21:00 UTCMar 10, 16:16 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in ICN (Seoul) datacenter on 2026-03-11 between 17:00 and 21:00 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.04:13 pmManage subscription for web app users goes to Stripe, is it an issue?
I have an invoicing SaaS, and I have built an iOS app for it now, and it's in review. I have a manage subscription option in my app that checks in the DB where the user subscribed to the subscription for the first time. If it's web, it links to Stripe billing link. if it's […]04:03 pmTips for making mobile app demos
I'm planning to make a demo of my product and I was wondering what kind of tips and tools I could use to make the demo shine submitted by /u/gcampos [link] [comments]04:00 pmMacBook Neo’s A18 Pro proves to be a formidable laptop processor – review
Apple's all-new MacBook Neo, its most affordable laptop ever, starts at just $599 (and $499 for education customers), bringing the full Mac… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:53 pmKazakhstan SMS Carrier Maintenance – Tele2
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 10, 15:00 - 21:00 PDTMar 10, 08:27 PDTScheduled - The Tele2 network in Kazakhstan is conducting a planned maintenance from 10 March 2026 at 15:00 PDT until 10 March 2026 at 21:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Tele2 Kazakhstan handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.03:44 pmDeals: MacBook Pro, Air, Neo w/ up to $100 gift cards + iPad Air $350 off, iPad Pro $400 off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: MacBook Pro, Air, Neo w/ up to $100 gift cards + iPad Air $350 off, iPad Pro $400 off, more
While it is officially Mario Day 2026 over at 9to5Toys with the Switch game deals and new product announcements flying, it is also the last day at all of the brand new MacBook pre-orders ahead of release tomorrow. Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is highlighting your last chance at up to $100 in FREE gift cards with pre-orders on the new MacBook Pro, M5 MacBook Air, and MacBook Neo (here’s our hands-on review), but we also spotted a $100 price drop on Apple’s new base model 1TB M5 MacBook Pro as well. As for iPad, we have up to $100 off the new M4 iPad Air, but we also spotted a giant $350 price drop hits this 1TB M3 iPad Air and an even deeper $400 discount on Apple’s 13-inch M5 iPad Pro cell model. Hit the jump or a closer look. more…03:40 pmSonos CEO explains why company killed Apple TV 4K competitor before launch
In addition to launching new products, Sonos has publicly acknowledged its defunct hardware project that would have competed with the Apple TV 4K set-top box. more…03:35 pm2 new Sonos AirPlay 2 speakers rock the house (and beyond)
The new Sonos Play and Sonos Era 100 SL speakers easily expand home sound systems and seem like a "back-to-basics" approach for the company. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:27 pmMacBook Neo ports explained: The right USB-C port to use
Macworld Once you’ve unboxed your MacBook Neo, it’s important to know that the two ports on the side are not equal in terms of ability. While both are equal when it comes to the charging function, the USB 3 port is best for data transfer, while the second USB 2 should be used for charging. In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about MacBook Neo wired connectivity, including how to know which MacBook Neo port to use. At a glance: How to use MacBook Neo ports Rear port, closest to the hinge (USB 3, 10Gbps): Use for displays, hubs, storage, and data transfer Front port (USB 2, 480Mbps): Use for charging or low-speed accessories We recommend: Apple MacBook Neo Price When Reviewed: $599 Best Prices Today: $599 at Amazon | $599 at Apple | $599 at Walmart Why the two MacBook Neo USB-C ports are different Apple Apple lists the MacBook Neo’s ports as: One USB 3 (USB-C) port, at 10Gbps, with support for: Charging DisplayPort USB 3 (up to 10Gb/s) and One USB 2 (USB-C) port, at 480Mbps, with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s) The USB-C port closest to the hinge is the 10Gbps “USB 3” port. According to Apple, this is good for “Charging” and “DisplayPort”. By “DisplayPort” Apple means this port is powerful enough to connect to a USB-C monitor. It can also be used for general data transfer tasks so is great for adding storage drives such as USB-C thumb drives, SSDs, card readers or other video connections such as HDMI. The second USB-C port on the Neo is less able—a lot less when it comes to data transfers. It’s just as useful for charging the Neo but its “USB 2” bandwidth is just 480Mbps (megabits per second). To put that in perspective, 480Mbps is 21 times slower than the 10Gbps port; 83 times slower than Thunderbolt 4, and 160 times slower than Thunderbolt 5. Because charging works the same on both ports, it usually makes sense to use the slower USB-2 port for charging and keep the faster USB-3 port free for accessories. How MacBook Neo ports compare to MacBook Air and Pro The ports on the MacBook Neo may be enough for your needs, but if they aren’t then the more expensive MacBook Air and MacBook Pro both boast Thunderbolt ports. These Thunderbolt ports look identical to USB-C ports and are compatible with that standard. The Air features two Thunderbolt 4 ports, which each have a data-transfer bandwidth of 40 Gbps (gigabits per second); the plain M5 MacBook Pro also has Thunderbolt 4 ports, although three of them rather than the Air’s two. The M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro boast three Thunderbolt 5 ports, which have a bandwidth of 80Gbps and a boost potential of 120Gbps for high-end video connections. The Neo’s data-transfer 10Gbps potential looks weedy in comparison: four times slower than Thunderbolt 4 and eight times slower than Thunderbolt 5. But 10Gbps is plenty fast enough for most of us not engaged in pro video editing or other demanding data-transfer tasks. Also note that both the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro also feature a MagSafe 3 charging port that is used for charging only, freeing up the Thunderbolt ports for data tasks. At a glance: MacBook UCB C/Thunderbolt Ports Port typeMacSpeedTypical useUSB 2 (front port)MacBook Neo 480MbpsCharging, keyboard, mouseUSB 3 (rear port)MacBook Neo 10GbpsDrives, hubs, displaysThunderbolt 4MacBook Pro & MacBook Air40GbpsPro storage, docksThunderbolt 5MacBook Pro M5 Pro & M5 Max80–120GbpsHigh-end video and pro workflows What to plug into the faster USB-3 port Use the Neo’s 10Gbps USB-C port to connect a hub such as the Anker 555 if you want to really upgrade your port options.Anker/Amazon Your best bet if planning on adding extras, such as an external monitor, or a storage drive, is to buy a USB-C hub that will add up to 12 additional ports via one connection to the MacBook Neo’s USB-3 capable port; check out our reviews of the best USB-C hubs for MacBook for our recommendations. Some adapters and hubs also offer an Ethernet port if you want to hook up to a wired network. You can also buy a USB-C to HDMI cable if your chosen external monitor doesn’t support a direct USB-C connection. Anker What to plug into the slower USB-2 port This should be the port you use for charging, keeping your other port free for other accessories. When not charging you can use this port for low-power accessories. You can attach a storage drive to this port, but it will be much slower than if you use the alternative 10Gbps port. You can’t attach a monitor to this port: Apple warns you off using the front port to connect to a monitor. Foundry Other considerations: Get a better Power Adapter The Neo comes with Apple’s 20W Power Adapter—although U.K. and E.U. purchasers don’t even get that in the box. Apple knows it’s not a great charger, because it doesn’t offer it as an individual buy on the Apple Store. 20W is pretty puny, and even though Apple doesn’t list a fast-charging feature for the Neo, we expect it can handle more power input so buy a better charger should be one of your first accessory buys. We will be testing the Neo’s faster-charging potential soon. In the meantime, you can find the best USB-C chargers for MacBook that have gone through our labs.03:27 pmStudio Display XDR adding full calibration support in future update
The first reviews of Apple’s new Studio Display XDR were published yesterday, providing our first in-depth look at the mini-LED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, and more. In a review for The Verge, John Higgins spotted that there’s still one Studio Display XDR feature still to come: support for full calibration. more…03:26 pmI am new to iOS development
Well, I am still a uni student but in my uni we do have macs and I have made several small applications. And recently I have been working on a long term iOS app Well I dont wanna publish it on app store but I do want to use it on other iphones without needing […]03:23 pmFRA (Frankfurt) on 2026-03-11
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 11, 08:00 - 10:00 UTCMar 10, 15:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in FRA (Frankfurt) datacenter on 2026-03-11 between 08:00 and 10:00 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.03:21 pmStudio Display XDR White Paper Reveals New Color System and Future Calibration Feature
Apple's newly published Studio Display XDR Technology Overview white paper reveals two notable display technologies: a forthcoming Full Calibration feature and a new color measurement model called Apple CMF 2026. According to the document, a future macOS update will introduce Full Calibration, a feature that allows users to recalibrate key display characteristics using professional measurement equipment. Apple says Full Calibration will adjust the white point, primary color coordinates, luminance, and gamma response of the display when used with a compatible spectroradiometer. The feature is not available at launch. The functionality is aimed at professional color workflows, allowing the display to be recalibrated at the hardware level to maintain accuracy over time or match specific production environments. Apple currently ships each Studio Display XDR with factory calibration, alongside a set of reference presets designed for common color standards. The white paper also introduces Apple CMF 2026, a new system Apple developed to improve how displays are measured and calibrated. Most display calibration today relies on the long-standing CIE 1931 color matching functions, a model created nearly a century ago to represent how humans perceive color. Apple says Apple CMF 2026 addresses limitations in the CIE 1931 model that can cause displays to look slightly different even when they are calibrated to the same standard. According to the company, the new system improves visual consistency by more closely matching how colors actually appear to the human eye. Each Studio Display XDR is individually calibrated using Apple CMF 2026 at the factory. However, Apple continues to support the traditional CIE 1931 system through its reference presets to maintain compatibility with existing professional workflows. Apple says it is also working with the International Commission on Illumination (CIE) to help develop a broader industry standard based on this research, with the goal of improving color consistency across displays from different manufacturers. The Studio Display XDR is the first Apple display to support Apple CMF 2026.Related Roundup: Studio DisplayBuyer's Guide: Displays (Buy Now)Related Forum: Mac AccessoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:21 pmTwilio Voice has detected some customers in India receiving 480 for Outbound Calls
Mar 10, 08:06 PDTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with some customers in India receiving 480 for Outbound Calls. Our engineers have been alerted and are investigating. We will provide an update when we have more details.03:21 pmApple’s new MacBooks have keyboard change you might notice instantly
Apple’s new M5 MacBook Air and M5 MacBook Pro models are pretty light on new features beyond the chips. But it turns out, both MacBooks also change the keyboard to remove text labels in favor of glyphs. more…03:20 pmRoast (help) my onboarding flow – 20% drop off
I've added posthog analytics to the my app (finally) to start optimizing the first experience the user has and have noticed something that surprised me. I'm getting a ~20% of users quitting the app during onboarding once they hit the 4th screen of the onboarding where it is requesting mic permissions for capturing voice notes […]03:19 pmToday in Apple history: Apple reconsiders the Newton?
On March 10, 2004, Apple sent out a customer survey asking why the Newton MessagePad failed. It was stealth iPhone reconnaissance. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:18 pmInside MacBook Neo shows a little computer and a lot of battery, speakers, and trackpad | 9 to 5 MacInside MacBook Neo shows a little computer and a lot of battery, speakers, and trackpad
Apple’s new MacBook Neo comes out tomorrow, and you can read our hands-on review now. While the official release will instantly prompt teardown efforts, we’re already learning more about the internal layout today. more…03:13 pm9to5Mac Daily: March 10, 2026 – Apple smart home display 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. Sign up for the giveaway here. more…03:01 pmApple’s new M5 Max MacBook Pro delivers a huge SSD read/write speed boost
Apple's latest MacBook Pro, armed with the blazing-fast M5 Max chip, isn't just another incremental bump, it's a genuine performance… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:00 pmGerman Publishers Push Regulators To Fine Apple Over App Tracking Transparency
German publishers and advertising groups are urging regulators to fine Apple over its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) system, arguing it unfairly restricts access to advertising data while allowing Apple to remain the central gatekeeper -- without subjecting its own apps to the same restrictions. If Germany's antitrust authority does rule against Apple, the company could face fines of up to 10% of its global revenue. 9to5Mac reports: One of the countries investigating whether ATT is anticompetitive is Germany. Last year, in an attempt to appease the country's antitrust watchdog, the company proposed several changes to the framework's rules. From Reuters' original coverage of Apple's changes proposals: "Apple had agreed to introduce neutral consent prompts for both its own services and third-party apps, and to largely align the wording, content and visual design of these messages, said Andreas Mundt, head of Germany's Bundeskartellamt. The company also proposed simplifying the consent process so developers can obtain user permission for advertising-related data processing in a way that complies with data protection law." [...] At the time, German regulators launched a consultation with industry publications to determine whether the proposals addressed their concerns. As it turns out, the answer was a hard no. As Reuters reported today: "Apple's proposed changes to its app tracking rules do not resolve antitrust issues in the mobile advertising market, associations representing German publishers and advertisers said on Tuesday as they urged the country's antitrust authority to slap a fine on the U.S. tech giant. [...] 'The proposed commitments would not change the negative effects of the App Tracking Transparency Framework,' Bernd Nauen, chief executive of the German Advertising Federation, said in a joint letter signed by the trade bodies. 'Apple would remain the data gatekeeper and would continue to decide who gets access to advertising-relevant data and how companies can communicate with their end customers,' he said." Read more of this story at Slashdot.02:58 pmThis Samsung 37-inch 4K monitor is nearly half-off today
Macworld Samsung ViewFinity S7 37" View Deal You could spend a fortune on Apple’s new 27-inch Studio Display, or you could get something more practical, like this 37-inch Samsung ViewFinity S7 monitor for $280, a massive $220 off at B&H. This giant monitor is an excellent pick, especially if you need a screen for work and creative projects. With a 4K resolution, there’s nothing that won’t look gorgeous when displayed on it. With HDR, this display supports over 1 billion colors that are highly accurate, which is essential for creative work. The monitor features a UHD 4K HDR display that delivers crisp, lifelike visuals. It supports up to 1.07 billion colors with 100% sRGB color coverage, ensuring the precise color accuracy necessary for detailed creative work and intensive productivity tasks. The monitor has a super slim bezel, too, so you get more screen and fewer distractions. This Samsung ViewFinity S7 is a fantastic monitor for multitasking, too, as it comes with both picture-by-picture and picture-in-picture modes, which will make it possible to see content from multiple inputs at the same time. Plus it comes with an HDMI cable, so you can plug it right into your MacBook Pro. So stop wasting time and get yourself this Samsung ViewFinity S7 for $280 at B&H before this deal runs out.02:53 pmAmazon Kicks Off Big Accessory Sale on Monitors, iPhone Accessories, and More
Today we're tracking a collection of discounts on Amazon for a wide range of products, including monitors, iPhone and desktop accessories, and more. The majority of the deals below have been automatically applied, but some will require you to clip an on-page coupon in order to see the final sale price. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. Highlights include Samsung's 32-inch Smart Monitor M9 for $1,299.99, which is $300 off and a match of the all-time low price on the monitor. We're also tracking discounts on unique products like the Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 for $119.99 ($30 off) and Satechi FindAll Wallet Card for $29.98 ($5 off). $34 OFFAnker Prime 3-in-1 Foldable Charging Station for $115.99 $300 OFFSamsung Smart Monitor M9 for $1,299.99Monitors 27-inch LG Ultrafine 4K Monitor - $219.99, down from $249.99 32-inch Samsung Odyssey Curved Gaming Monitor - $249.99, down from $329.99 27-inch Dell 4K Monitor - $299.99, down from $349.99 27-inch LG UltraGear Gaming Monitor - $319.99, down from $499.99 27-inch ASUS ProArt 4K Display - $369.00 with on-page coupon, down from $429.00 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G5 Gaming Monitor - $484.09, down from $549.99 32-inch Samsung Smart Monitor M9 - $1,299.99, down from $1,599.99 Wall Chargers Anker Nano USB-C Wall Charger - $29.99, down from $39.99 Anker 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger - $64.99, down from $99.99 Anker 14-in-1 Prime Thunderbolt 5 Dock - $339.99, down from $399.99 Wireless Chargers Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible UFO Charger - $69.99, down from $89.99 Anker 3-in-1 MagSafe-Compatible Foldable Charging Station - $85.99, down from $109.99 Anker 3-in-1 Prime Wireless Charging Station (NEW) - $115.99, down from $149.99 Anker Prime MagSafe-Compatible 3-in-1 Charging Station - $169.99, down from $229.99 Portable Chargers Anker MagGo Power Bank 10,000 mAh - $63.99, down from $79.99 Anker Prime Power Bank 26,250 mAh - $171.48, down from $229.99 Anker SOLIX C1000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station - $428.99, down from $799.00 Miscellaneous Satechi FindAll Wallet Card - $29.98, down from $34.99 Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 - $119.99, down from $149.99 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 forums02:49 pmAccess Configuration Updates Delayed
Mar 10, 14:49 UTCInvestigating - There are delays with Access configuration changes making it to the edge. Existing configuration and logins are not impacted.02:45 pmPlease make the bubble burst now…
submitted by /u/derjanni [link] [comments]02:43 pmPC industry forced to make giant RAM & SSD price hikes, Apple still mostly insulated
Apple's MacBook lines will not be badly affected by the extreme memory, processor, and SSD price increases, that are forcing the rest of the industry to hike retail prices more than 40%.A Samsung LPDDR5X memory chip - Image Credit: SamsungThe tech industry is currently being squeezed by demand for chips used for memory and SSD storage. It's a situation worsened by shortages in CPU supplies, which will only apply more pressure on manufacturers to charge consumers more.While most of the computer manufacturing industry will be affected, Apple's supply chain has insulated itself enough that it won't be an issue. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:40 pmWoz on Apple's 50th: We didn't predict the computing future, but took the first step
Instead of predicting the future, Apple was forward-thinking from the outset and took the first steps toward global computing for everybody, co-founder Steve Wozniak has said as part of a series of interviews marking the company's 50th anniversary.Steve Wozniak - Image Credit: CBS Sunday MorningAfter a lengthy interview with current CEO Tim Cook on Sunday discussing Apple's culture, Monday saw more commentary about the company's early history. This time, it was Steve Wozniak's turn.Talking as part of a CBS Sunday Morning piece on the anniversary posted to YouTube on Monday, "Woz" first jokingly boasts that the story of Apple started when he was born. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:34 pmTim Cook gets a tune-up as Apple TV speeds ahead with F1 promotions
Apple's push to build momentum around its Formula 1 partnership continues as the rolled out another promotional clip tied to the racing series.Apple continues to race forward with its F1 promotionIn a new short video posted to X on Tuesday, Apple CEO Tim Cook gets a golf cart tune-up courtesy of Max Verstappen, the four-time consecutive Formula 1 World Driver Champion. In the post, Cook playfully challenges Verstappen to a race "next time."Verstappen reposted the video to his own profile, playfully asking Cook, "What's the speed limit at Apple Park?" Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:26 pmiOS 26.4 is coming: Here are my four favorite new features
iOS 26.4 launches later this month, and it’s a big update for new iPhone features. Here are my four favorite iOS 26.4 features that are coming soon. more…02:22 pmMeta just bought Moltbook, the social network for AI bots
If Dystopia Daily were a newspaper, this story would lead… more…02:21 pmI built a MacOS desktop app with swift and vapor, any way to have the users download the .dmg without enrolling in the apple developer program and paying 99$ ? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built a MacOS desktop app with swift and vapor, any way to have the users download the .dmg without enrolling in the apple developer program and paying 99$ ?
Like I said in the title, I have a macos app that I'm launching soon, but want to see how to have the users download the app, without paying 99$ for the apple developer program, I have the .dmg file I generated but get the warning below when opening it. — Also whats better for […]02:16 pmI built a tool that tests your mobile app in your PR and lets you run iOS in the browser | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI built a tool that tests your mobile app in your PR and lets you run iOS in the browser
Cursor released agents that can test a feature and send you a video with their cloud computer use agent. It is not available for iOS so I started building an internal tool that, when opening a PR, tests the new version and sends a video right in the PR. You can also manually use it […]02:16 pmiPhone cameras move deeper into podcast studios with the RodeCaster Video Core
The new RodeCaster Video Core brings iPhone and Mac video switching, audio mixing, recording, and streaming to a single hardware mixer.RodeCaster Video CoreCreators can place the console alongside a Mac or iPhone as the center of a small studio setup. Rode says the goal is to simplify production without requiring traditional broadcast gear.The console also works with Rode Capture to turn an iPhone into a dedicated production camera. Creators who already rely on Apple devices can integrate an iPhone directly into a video workflow. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:15 pm12 New Apple Products Still Expected This Year
Apple may have updated several iPads and Macs late last year and just last week, but there are still a number of new devices expected to arrive later in 2026. Most of Apple's remaining launches for the year are likely to follow the company's typical fall schedule in September and October, but we could always see additional announcements outside of the 2026 fall season. We've rounded up a list of everything that we're still waiting to see from Apple in 2026. Low-Cost iPad – Apple is working on a new version of the low-cost iPad that was expected to arrive last week, but it was conspicuous in its absence from Apple's announcements. There are no design changes expected, but Apple will upgrade it with a A18 chip or A19 chip for Apple Intelligence. New Mac Studio - An update for the Mac Studio should arrive in the middle of the year, but no external changes are expected. The refresh should see an update to the M5 Max chip and either an M4 or M5 Ultra chip. New Mac mini – New Mac mini models are in the pipeline and are expected to arrive sometime after the Mac Studio refresh. The Mac mini will probably offer M5 and M5 Pro variants, but no design changes are expected. New iMacs – Also likely coming after the Mac Studio debut, new iMacs could have a refreshed color palette this year and are almost certain to get the M5 chip. Foldable iPhone – Apple's rumored new book-style foldable smartphone, featuring a display in both folded and unfolded states, is expected to arrive in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max – We get new iPhones every September, but Apple will adopt a split-launch cycle this year, and we are expecting only Pro/Max models alongside the new foldable iPhone – so no regular iPhone 18 or iPhone Air 2 this year. Apple Watch Series 12 – We usually get new Apple Watch Series models alongside new iPhones in the fall, but we're expecting only internal changes this year, with noninvasive blood glucose monitoring thought to still be a few years away. Smart Home Hub – Apple is said to have delayed the launch of its planned smart home hub until September, due to ongoing issues with the revamped version of Siri. New Apple TV 4K – The new Apple TV 4K appears to have been held back until the updated version of Siri is ready later this year. Rumors suggest that it will get an A17 Pro chip for Apple Intelligence along with Apple's N1 networking chip, but no major design updates. New HomePod mini – Like the Apple TV 4K, Apple is believed to have a new version of the HomePod ready to go, but it may be being held up by issues with the revamped version of Siri that Apple has promised later this year. The HomePod mini is expected to get a newer Apple Watch chip and it could also adopt the N1 and an updated UWB chip. High-end AirPods Pro – Apple plans to unveil new AirPods Pro this year equipped with tiny infrared cameras, allowing them to be connected to Apple Intelligence, specifically Visual Intelligence. It is unclear when Apple plans to announce the new AirPods Pro, but September or October is most likely, based on historical patterns. OLED MacBook – A new, high-end MacBook, potentially called "MacBook Ultra," is believed to be arriving around the end of the year, featuring a touch-capable OLED display. What We Might Not See This Year The Apple Watch Ultra was refreshed in September 2025. Another update will not arrive until September 2026 at the earliest, but Apple has not always refreshed the Ultra on a yearly basis. It's not yet clear if we're getting a refresh in 2026 or if Apple will skip this year completely while it works on incorporating noninvasive blood glucose monitoring technology. The same goes for Apple Watch SE, in that Apple has not updated the more affordable model on an annual cycle. The latest model, Apple Watch SE 3, debuted in September 2025, so Apple might skip updates this year – although we've yet to hear either way. Software Updates In three months, Apple will unveil its next generation of software at its June Worldwide Developers Conference, where it typically previews the major updates coming to its platforms. The event will offer an early look at the features planned for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27. These updates are notable because they bring new capabilities to existing devices without requiring users to purchase new hardware. Apple will introduce the software in June, but the final versions are expected to be released to the public in September. Read More MacRumors maintains an upcoming products guide that outlines both near-term releases and devices expected further down the road. It's updated frequently, providing you with a useful reference for keeping track of what Apple is currently developing and what may launch next.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums02:12 pmBluetti's new Elite 300 portable power station can keep your Apple Home & gear powered for any adventure | AppleInsiderBluetti's new Elite 300 portable power station can keep your Apple Home & gear powered for any adventure
Whether you're working from home or a campsite, the Bluetti Elite 300 is ready to keep your iPhone, Mac, iPad, and other essential gear running through any situation.Bluetti Elite 300. Image source: BluettiHome battery backup solutions aren't just about making it through a blackout — they're great for making sure you've got the freedom to do anything. There's no need to be limited by access to outlets or power sources when the Elite 300 portable power station can keep your Apple ecosystem running all weekend.If you've heard of Bluetti's Elite 200 V2 portable power station, then you're already familiar with the company's efforts to condense power into smaller form factors. The Elite 300 continues that approach. According to Bluetti, it is the smallest product in the global 3kWh portable power station market by volume as of January 2026 — a claim certified by Frost & Sullivan. Even with that compact design, it still delivers 3,014.4Wh of capacity and 2,400W of output (4,800W Lifting Power). Continue Reading on AppleInsider02:11 pmSMS Delivery Delays and Failures between Twilio and Multiple Networks in Germany
Mar 10, 07:11 PDTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays and failures between Twilio and network subscribers on multiple networks in Germany. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.02:08 pmCompare design from Figma with Xcode Previews
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Apple ramped up iPhone assembly in India by roughly 53% last year, now assembling about a quarter of its flagship devices there as the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:05 pmI didn’t know my app was illegal in Europe. These 6 missing features were why | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI didn’t know my app was illegal in Europe. These 6 missing features were why
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Remember that leaked Sonos speaker from just over a week ago? It’s now official, and there’s a second new Sonos product announced today too. more…01:54 pmMacBook Neo Reviews: Is Just 8GB of RAM Enough?
The first reviews of the MacBook Neo were published today by selected publications and YouTube channels, ahead of the laptop launching on Wednesday. Available in Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver, the MacBook Neo is powered by a version of the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro. The laptop is equipped with a 13-inch display, up to 512GB of storage, and a non-configurable 8GB of RAM. MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable MacBook ever, and most of the reviews so far call it a great value. In the U.S., pricing starts at just $599, or at an even lower $499 for college students and qualifying educational staff. The big question: is just 8GB of RAM enough? Reviews The Verge's Antonio G. Di Benedetto said the MacBook Neo's 8GB of RAM is "totally adequate" for "the everyday productivity stuff the Neo is meant to handle":The MacBook Neo zips through the light workloads it's designed for. The A18 Pro chip actually outperforms Apple's M1 MacBook Air (and most Windows laptops) in single-core processing benchmarks, the spec most vital for the everyday productivity stuff the Neo is meant to handle. That's why this $600 laptop excels at light tasks like web browsing and working on Google Docs. The Neo's 8GB of RAM and slow 256GB storage are totally adequate for living this life, but the machine does feel a little slower at the fringes if you know where to look — like how clicking the Applications folder on the dock sometimes takes a second for the icons to populate. The relatively paltry RAM and storage prevent the Neo from performing as well in heavier creative apps as the MacBook Airs and Pros, but that's fine.Bloomberg's Chris Welch praised the MacBook Neo's aluminum design, display quality, and the dual speakers on the left and right edges of the laptop:Even for consumers who stick to more casual computing, the Neo's aluminum build, crisp screen and well-balanced speakers are going to make this a no-brainer purchase for millions. In your hands, the device looks, feels and sounds every bit like a Mac.Tom's Guide ran its usual battery test, which involves continuous web surfing at 150 nits of display brightness, and the MacBook Neo lasted for 13 hours and 28 minutes. The publication said this is "fantastic endurance for a laptop in this price range," topping the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3's 8 hours and 39 minutes. However, it falls short of the latest MacBook Air, which lasted for 15 hours and 28 minutes in the test. Additional reviews were published by Ars Technica, CNET, WIRED, and 9to5Mac, among others. Videos Related Roundup: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:48 pmMacBook Neo review roundup — great price and the right compromises
The first reviews of the MacBook Neo are now out and they are uniformly praising, and also all concentrate on the corners Apple cut to make this budget model.The new MacBook Neo is a hit with reviewersEvery review so far agrees that the MacBook Neo is the right Mac for at least many, if not most, users. Until it actually got into reviewers' hands, though, there were complaints about its limitations and iJustine, for one, launched straight in on addressing those."Normally when you see my reviews, I'm happy, I'm excited, I'm really bubbly," she begins. "But today, I am upset." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:47 pmMacBook Neo reviews share our view that this is an incredible buy
Our editor-in-chief Chance Miller has been testing the MacBook Neo for just under a week, and his review described it as “a truly great Mac at an unbelievable price.” Other reviewers clearly share his view. While there are of course compromises, everyone agrees that this machine leaves all of the Windows competition in the dust … more…01:47 pmBest MacBook Neo accessories: Chargers, hubs, stands and more
Macworld The MacBook Neo, Apple’s entry-level laptop officially announced in early March 2026, is a sensation, bringing the Mac to a whole new market with its low price but surprisingly powerful specs and features. For just $599 you get the full Mac experience in a premium aluminum 13-inch laptop with FaceTime HD camera, speakers, mic and two USB-C ports. Compared to similarly priced Windows laptops and iPads with keyboards, the MacBook Neo offers superior build quality, performance, and storage capacity—for hundreds of dollars less than any previous Mac laptop. We’ve outlined some of the small compromises that Apple has made to get to that ultra-keen price point, but most of these technicalities won’t bother the target audience at that great deal of a price tag. That’s not to say that the MacBook Neo is perfect—otherwise why would the MacBook Air and Pro exist? For not a whole lot of extra outlay you can make the MacBook Neo an even better product and part of your digital lifestyle with these accessories. Here we list some of our favorite Mac accessories that we think every MacBook Neo owner should purchase or at least put on their wish list. MacBook Neo limitations Here are some of the limitations of the MacBook Neo that you can solve with the accessories in this guide. Slow 20W charger Only two USB-C ports One slow 480Mbps port Single external display support Small screen for desk use Essential MacBook Neo accessory 1: A charger Apple ships the MacBook Neo with a 20-watt (20W) Power Adapter (unless you’re in the U.K. or E.U., where–tough luck–you’ll get just a charging cable and no actual charger). At just 20W, it’s a pretty low-powered adapter. In fact, it’s now hard to find a charger rated that low, with 30W or 45W increasingly the minimum output. If you’re in a hurry for power, you’ll want something more capable than Apple’s puny 20W adapter. While Apple doesn’t list fast charging in the Neo’s tech specs, we’d expect it to recharge faster when paired with a more powerful charger. Charging speed is largely determined by power output. The more watts available, the faster a device can charge—up to its maximum supported input. For example, you can plug a 140W charger into an iPhone, but it won’t charge any faster than it would with a 40W adapter. That said, it would be surprising if the MacBook Neo were limited to just 20W when even an iPhone–with a much smaller battery–can charge at roughly 25–30W. We’ve chosen two alternative chargers to consider: a compact 45W single-port model and a 65W multiport charger. For more options, see our roundup of the best USB-C chargers for MacBook for even more choice. Anker 45W Nano Charger (Foldable) – Best little charger Pros More powerful than Neo charger Super compact/cute Smart display 180° Foldable plug pins Color choices Cons North America only Price When Reviewed: $39.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.99 View Deal $39.99 View Deal Anker $39.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket We think a 45W charger is the minimum you should be looking at with any MacBook (or even iPhone for that matter). Keep the Apple 20W Power Adapter as a spare, and buy the Anker 45W Nano Charger with smart display and 180-degree dual foldable plug pins that are designed to adapt to any outlet angle while keeping the screen clearly visible and/or USB-C port easy to locate. Not only is it more powerful than Apple’s weedy 20W Power Adapter, it’s smarter too. It has a front display that gives you real-time updates on power, temperature, and charging modes. The Apple 20W charger is just a plain white brick with non-foldable plug pins. It measures 1.63 x 1.67 x 1.06 inches (41 x 42 x 27mm). The Anker Nano is smaller at 1.34 x 1.38 x 1.57 inches (34 x 35 x 40mm). It’s not just the super-compact body that’s cute in its four colors—Black, White, Orange and Misty Blue—the display can show playful animations for every charge. Anker has another 45W Nano Charger without the display and only single foldable plugs that is available in the U.S., U.K. and E.U. that you might find even cheaper at Amazon / Amazon UK. Ugreen Nexode 65W – Multiport charger with retractable USB-C cable Pros More powerful than Neo charger Two ports plus built-in cable Price When Reviewed: From $49.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $34.99 View Deal Ugreen $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Two ports are nice but how about a couple of ports—one USB-C and one legacy USB-A—plus a built-in retractable USB-C cable so you never have to go looking for that lost cable again? The Ugreen Nexode is a multiport wall charger available in 65W (2 ports) or 100W (3 ports) models, each with the integrated 2.5-foot cable. Read our full Ugreen Nexode 65W Charger with Retractable USB-C Cable review Essential MacBook Neo accessory 2: More ports The MacBook Neo has just two USB-C ports on one side. You’ll need one for your charging cable (included in the box), leaving just one port spare to connect other devices such as storage thumb drives, external displays, card readers, and so on. Simon Jary One of the Neo’s two USB-C ports is limited to a 480Mbps data transfer rate—that’s up to 250 times slower than the Thunderbolt 5 port on a MacBook Pro—that will really bore the pants off you during a long backup to an external storage device. Use the slow one for your charging cable, and save the other much faster 10Gbps USB-C to connect a hub that boasts many more types of ports to make your Neo more like a proper desktop workstation. We like the Satechi OnTheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter reviewed below but there are many more to choose from, adding between 4 and 12 extra ports, including USB-C and USB-A ports, card readers, Ethernet, HDMI, and more. There’s sure to be the perfect one for you and your MacBook Neo. See our reviews of all the best USB-C hubs and adapters for MacBooks. You can add up to 23 extra ports to the Neo if you splash out on one of the best Mac docking stations. Satechi OnTheGo 7-in-1 – Multiport USB-C Adapter Pros Adds seven ports to the Neo Portable Magnetic Cons Only in black Price When Reviewed: $59.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $59.99 View Deal $59.99 View Deal Satechi $59.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Connect this cute hub to the spare USB-C port—make sure it’s the fast 10Gbps one near the end of the Neo’s side—and you instantly get access to a range of ports denied to non-hub users. Many of these you don’t get even with the top-end MacBook Pro. It’s magnetic so can clamp to metal objects and comes with a magnetic adhesive ring that you can stick to the front of your Neo. The OnTheGo 7-in-1 is a portable pocket-sized hockey puck shape (65mm diameter) with a coiled braided USB-C cable and seven varied ports; 2x legacy USB-A ports, SD and MicroSD card readers, HDMI 2.0 for connecting an external display (up to 4K/60Hz), and Gigabit Ethernet for when you need to access a stable, fast wired network. You can supply up to 80W of passthrough power via the hub’s USB-C PD port so leaving the Neo’s other port still free. What might interest Neo owners are the card readers that are ideal for adding cheap, portable storage. You can pick up a 512GB microSD card for $50, and 1TB for around $150, although storage prices can be very volatile. Read our full Satechi OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter review Essential MacBook Neo accessory 3: A desk stand A laptop is a far more flexible computer than one always tethered to your desk, but that portability and ability to work just about anywhere comes with a hidden price: sore shoulders and back. Ergonomics—the study of people in their working environment—proves that being hunched over a laptop screen and keyboard takes a toll on your body; particularly musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as carpal tunnel syndrome, back pain, and tendonitis caused by repetitive strain and awkward postures. One solution is to raise the laptop to a better height and angle so that your neck and shoulders are relieved from those dangers, and that is best sorted by using a laptop stand with your MacBook Neo. For more adjustable options go to our reviews of the best MacBook stands. Twelve South Curve SE – Best MacBook Neo stand Pros Stylish Decent height Great price Cons Only one height setting Price When Reviewed: $19.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price Twelve South $19.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The Curve SE is super affordable and raises your MacBook 6.5 inches off your desk so you can sit up straight and look directly at your screen—and so feel less tension in your neck and shoulders. It also keeps your laptop cool with air flowing underneath it. The Curve SE is available in Silver only. An alternative fixed laptop stand, the $49 Rain Design mStand (direct or from Amazon) is another sturdy option, and is available in a wider range of colors: Black, Gold, Midnight, Silver, Space Gray and Starlight. There’s even a rotating version, the $59 Rain Design mStand 360. Essential MacBook Neo accessory 4: A mouse Using a separate mouse is often better than a laptop’s trackpad because it offers superior precision, faster navigation, and improved ergonomic comfort. A mouse can reduce strain on the neck, shoulder, and forearm, and is essential for tasks that require more precise accuracy, such as photo editing or gaming. We have more options in various shapes, sizes and colors in our roundup of the best mouse for Mac. Satechi M1 Wireless Mouse – Best compact mouse Pros Affordable Allows for very accurate scrolling Curved ergonomic design Color choices Cons No horizontal scrolling Price When Reviewed: $29.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $24.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal Satechi $29.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Satechi’s low-price USB-C aluminum M1 Bluetooth Wireless Mouse comes with a twiddly scroll wheel rather than the trackpad that you get with the Apple’s own Magic Mouse. Compared to sticking with Neo’s trackpad, using a mouse such as the M1 offers faster and more accurate scrolling and tracking. The cursor fairly flies around the screen as I move the ergonomically curved M1—much faster than my Apple mouse, and almost disconcertingly at first. It feels like it floats across my desk, and allows for more accurate scrolling than Apple’s. Its aluminum body is good for both left- and right-handed users, and is available in Silver, Space Grey, Blue, Gold, and Rose Gold colors. Satechi has two other affordable mice you might consider: the squarer, higher battery capacity Slim EX Wireless Mouse and even more accurate and three-color vegan leather OntheGo Bluetooth Mouse, both of which can be connected to up to three devices at the same time so work with your iPad, phone or another laptop. If you want both an even greater choice of colors for your mouse—or a bright mouse-&-keyboard combination—take a look at the Logitech Pop Icon Mouse, available in eight colors. Essential MacBook Neo accessory 5: A power bank The MacBook Neo has a decent built-in 36.5‑watt‑hour lithium‑ion battery. That compares to a 13-inch MacBook Air’s 53.8Wh or 14-inch MacBook Pro’s 72.4Wh battery. According to Apple that should give you up to 16 hours of battery life, or 11 hours if using Wi-Fi. Depending on your usage—and how regular you are at recharging your laptop—you might find the Neo runs out of juice at just the wrong time. Take it to a café or on a flight and that battery life can seem to disappear in front of your eyes. A power bank is a portable battery pack from which you can recharge your MacBook on the go. For laptops there are three basic power bank capacities—measured in milliamp hours (mAh)— 10K, 15K and 25K. If catching a flight you need to know the Watt Hour rating as that is used by airlines to determine whether your power bank is allowed on the plane. Most airlines accept power banks of up to 100Wh, and any power bank of 27000mAh (27K) or lower should be within that limit. We have tested numerous models, so read our reviews of the best power banks for MacBook for alternatives. INIU Cougar P62-E1 20000mAh (65W) – Best power bank for MacBook Neo Pros Compact size Decent battery capacity 3 ports Color choices Price When Reviewed: $50.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $44.99 View Deal INIU $50.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The INIU P62-E1 20000mAh (65Wh) Power Bank may have a dull name but it stands out a mile with its colorful looks—it’s available in six bold colors—and dare-to-be-different compact shape. Its removable USB-C cable creates a handy carrying loop. Not just fun to look at and easy to hold, it performed excellently in our tests, with the ability to recharge a MacBook Neo around one and a half times. While 65W is a little lacking for the Pro MacBooks it’s ample for the MacBook Neo or Air. Read our full INIU Cougar P62-E1 20000mAh (65W) Power Bank review Essential MacBook Neo accessory 6: Add a bigger screen The MacBook Neo’s 13-inch screen ensures it is a nimble and portable laptop, but when based at home or the office a second screen is often helpful. We are recommending both a desktop monitor and a portable display depending on your screen needs. To see more options go to our roundups of the best Mac monitors and best portable screens for MacBook. BenQ GW2790QT – Affordable HD monitor Pros Affordable HD monitor Thin frame Sharp and stress-free image quality Price When Reviewed: $339.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $249.99 View Deal BenQ $249.99 View Deal $272.58 View Deal $391.33 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This large (27-inch) IPS monitor has a maximum resolution of 2K, a brightness of 350 nits and a decent color gamut. If all that technical jargon means little to you, then rest assured we consider it a very able budget monitor. Connect it via the Neo’s spare USB-C port (choose the 10Gbps one) and also get 65W of power delivery for the MacBook. The integrated hub offers three legacy USB-A ports. The monitor features Low Blue Light Plus technology, which filters out blue-violet radiation harmful to the eyes, and automatic adjustment of screen brightness. A display coating is designed to reduce glare. The monitor can be rotated 20 degrees in any direction, tilted 5 degrees downwards and upwards, and the entire screen can be rotated 90 degrees into portrait format. The monitor has built-in speakers and a microphone optimized for video conferencing, equipped with noise filter and noise cancellation. Read our full BenQ GW2790QT review Mobile Pixels Duex Float 2 Pro – Best Portable monitor for MacBook Neo Pros QHD at 120Hz Lightweight Integrated folding travel cover and stand 65W pass-through charging Price When Reviewed: $299.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $229.99 View Deal $254.99 View Deal $269.94 View Deal Mobile Pixels $299.99 View Deal $306.65 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This lightweight 16-inch QHD display ‘floats’ above your MacBook’s screen via a clever built-in stand that is simple to setup. This Stacked mode more than doubles the Neo’s screen space—yet doesn’t feel like a second screen, just an extension. You can keep it physically attached to your laptop with the included magnets but this is an option rather than a necessity. As well as Stacked (‘floating’) there are two other viewing modes: Free Standing (not floating and separate from your MacBook), and Presentation (the screen is flipped to share content with the person in front of you). The QHD (2.5K) screen sets it apart from many of the HD portable screens reviewed here. There is a non-Pro version, the Mobile Pixels Duex Float 2, with a slightly smaller 15.6-inch HD screen. Read our full Mobile Pixels Duex Float 2 Pro review Essential MacBook Neo accessory 7: An adaptor to connect another screen Like some of Apple’s other entry-level Macs, the MacBook Neo is limited to just one external screen—the much more expensive MacBook Pro supports up to four. However, a clever and free piece of software called DisplayLink will let you connect two or more monitors to the cheaper Neo. First you will need a DisplayLink Hub or Docking Station to connect to your Neo; you then connect the second or third monitor to that hub or dock to get it to work with your Neo. The hub or dock must support DisplayLink or another software called InstantView. Plugable USB-C Dual HDMI Adapter (USBC-6950M) – Best DisplayLink adapter Pros Dual 4K monitor support for M1/M2/M3 Macs Quad 4K model available Cons No passthrough laptop charging (dual model) Price When Reviewed: $89.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $76.76 View Deal $95.95 View Deal $95.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The simplest one-function multiple monitor Neo solution is the affordable Plugable USB-C Dual HDMI Adapter (USBC-6950M) that uses DisplayLink to enable dual 4K 60Hz displays with two HDMI ports. There’s a slightly pricier (but still cheaper than a dock) version, the Plugable Dual 4K DisplayPort & HDMI Adapter (USBC-7400H4) that supports four external 4K displays at 60Hz and features 90W passthrough charging to the laptop. Plugable USB-C Dual 4K Display Docking Station (UD-6950PDH) – Best DisplayLink dock Pros Dual 4K monitor support for M1/M2/M3 Macs 13 ports 100W PD to laptop Fast SD card reader Cons North America only Price When Reviewed: $179.95 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $179.95 View Deal $179.95 View Deal $199.95 View Deal $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket With Plugable’s UD-6950PDH docking station (plus free-to-download DisplayLink software) you can connect two extra 4K/60Hz displays to your MacBook Neo, plus add an impressive bank of handy 13 ports, including Gigabit Ethernet, SD and MicroSD card readers and five spare USB ports. You won’t get data transfer any faster than 5Gbps so if you crave the Neo’s full 10Gbps bandwidth you should instead consider the more powerful Anker Prime Triple Display 14-in-1 Docking Station, which offers the 10Gbps Neo connection as well as three 100W USB-C ports and super-fast 2.5Gb Ethernet. That dock is also available in the U.K. Read our full Plugable USB-C Dual 4K Display Docking Station (UD-6950PDH) review Essential MacBook Neo accessory 8: A separate keyboard When using the Neo with a second screen you might want to make the new monitor the main display. This makes the Neo into more of a desktop Mac when you are working—you can use it as a laptop again whenever you want. In addition to a laptop stand (see above), you can significantly reducing the risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSI) by decoupling the keyboard from the screen so that while elevating the MacBook to eye level to prevent neck strain, you keep your wrists, arms, and shoulders in a neutral position. As fine a keyboard as the Neo’s own is, independent keyboards also offer greater functionality and convenience. For more keyboard options, read our reviews of the best Mac keyboards. Logitech Pop Icon Keyboard – Best colorful keyboard Pros Great looks Nice key feel and quiet keystroke Smart functions for AI and multitasking Three Bluetooth channels Long battery life Price When Reviewed: $49.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $42.47 View Deal $44.99 View Deal $49.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The attractive design of this keyboard immediately catches the eye. It come in Graphite & Green, Graphite & White, Lilac & Off-White, Off-White & Orange and Rose & Off-White. But it’s not just looks: Logitech makes some of our favorite keyboards. We like the contoured, flat keys that feel comfortable when typing and are quiet, which is, of course, less of an attraction for fans of mechanical keyboards—if you prefer the clickety-clack, look to Logitech’s $99 Pop Keys mechanical models. Thanks to its slim design, the Pop Icon keyboard is also easy to position and has all the keys you need. The Pop Icon keyboard also offers all the usual shortcut key combinations, such as for muting, an emoji menu or taking a screenshot. The four action keys can be customized using the Logi Options application, which is available to download free of charge. The keyboard has a battery life of up to 36 months, using standard AA batteries rather than being recharged via USB. You can buy a $69 Logitech Pop Icon Combo of keyboard and mouse, or Pop Keys Combo if you prefer a clacky mechanical keyboard. Essential MacBook Neo accessory 9: A case to protect your Neo A laptop can stay at home with you all the time if you like. You shouldn’t need a special bag when moving it around your home, but if you plan on taking your MacBook Neo with you to an office, café or on holiday, we certainly recommend you keep it protected. We’ve suggested a simple laptop sleeve for the Neo and also a more capacious backpack, but there are many different types of bag that include padded laptop compartments, including totes, duffels and briefcases—see the best bags for MacBook Neo in our feature. Case Logic Laptop Sleeve – Best padded sleeve Pros Tight fit Padded Color range Price When Reviewed: $44.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $29.99 View Deal $29.99 View Deal $37.26 View Deal Case Logic $44.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Keep your MacBook Neo looking like new in this bright laptop sleeve, available in ten different colors. The padded laptop compartment will reassure you of the Neo’s safety when carrying it around or storing it at home. Other sleeve options include the STM Origin, STM Kin, Bellroy Laptop Sleeve, and lovely Mari Kondo-inspred Orbitkey Hybrid Laptop Sleeve (pictured below) that folds out to a comfortable desk mat for Neo. Orbitkey Buy a sleeve suited for a 13-inch or 14-inch laptop to properly fit the Neo. Troubadour Neo Backpack – Best backpack and it's called Neo too! Pros Stylish and smart inside and out Plenty of organizer pockets Recycled materials Cons Premium price Price When Reviewed: $179 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $179 View Deal $179 View Deal $179 View Deal Troubadour $179 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Ok, it costs about a third as much as the MacBook Neo itself but it’s called the Neo Backpack so we had to include it. It’s also a lovely laptop backpack, available like the MacBook Neo in four different shades: Rust, Bronzed Olive, Charcoal Black and Basalt. Troubadour’s lightest and latest laptop (and most affordable) backpack is the 22L Neo, built for the daily commute or whenever you need it. Inside the waterproof and durable FortiWeave fabric—woven from 100% recycled plastic bottles—are lighter-colored compartments that make it easier to spot your tech, hydration and quick-access essentials via a discreet front pocket with a gracious magnetic closure. A CrashPad Cocoon laptop sleeve suspends and cushions your namesake MacBook Neo. Essential MacBook Neo accessory 10: A better cable The MacBook Neo comes with two USB-C ports and one USB-C cable for charging. As mentioned earlier in this feature, the more able 10Gbps USB-C port can be used to connect other devices or a hub for multiple types of devices. There are plenty of great 60W-240W USB-C charging out there, such as the Anker 310 USB-C to USB-C Cable, available in three colors and either 3-foot or 6-foot lengths, but the data speed is a puny 480Mbps so is not suitable for connecting the MacBook Neo to a monitor or storage drive. At a minimum we suggest a USB-C cable that can handle the same 10Gbps data-transfer speed and at least 60W of charging power. We’ve recommended an affordable solution below but there are cables with added functionality that you might consider; here are some of our favorites, but to discover more look to our best USB-C cable roundup. Cable Matters 10Gbps USB-C – Best cable Pros 100W Power Delivery 4K monitor support 10Gbps data transfer Up to 8.2 feet (2.5m) in length Cons Available in black or white only Price When Reviewed: $14.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $13.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Apple has given the MacBook Neo a decent wired data transfer bandwidth of 10Gbps—20x faster than the 480Mbps (0.48Gbps) USB-C cable that it includes in the box. If you want to take advantage of this significantly increased wired bandwidth, you’ll need a cable like this one from Cable Matters that also supports 10Gbps and can be used to connect the Neo to a USB-C monitor. Connect it to the first USB-C port on the side. It can also charge at up to 100W—more than enough for MacBook Neo, and could be used to charge your iPhone (15 or later) or USB-C iPad, too. Sadly, not available in Citrus or Blush, this able cable available in black or white and 3ft / 6ft / 8.2ft lengths. Baseus 100W 6.6ft – Retractable USB-C cable Pros 100W Power Delivery Retractable Up to 6.6 feet (2m) in length Cons Slow data transfer Price When Reviewed: $21.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $18.99 View Deal Baseus $21.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This USB-C cable retracts into a neat pocketable shell for tangle-free portability. It’s a good choice for charging but not so great at data transfer so won’t connect your Neo to a monitor or do your storage drive many favors. It’s available in black, blue, purple or white. Zens USB-C to USB-C Charging Cable Pro 3 – Best cable to charge all your Apple devices Pros Charges iPhone or AirPods and Watch 15W for iPhone, 5W for Watch 140W USB-C cable for MacBook Price When Reviewed: $99.99 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price 99.95 View Deal Zens $99.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket This is a smart MacBook USB-C charging cable that includes a 15W wireless pad for iPhone or AirPods case plus an adjustable 5W Apple Watch charger. Built of aluminum, it’s quite chunky but is probably all you need on your travels alongside at least a 65W USB-C charger, and it folds up on itself for easy transport. It’s rated at 140W so is easily up to powering a MacBook Neo—indeed it can fast-charge even the 16-inch MacBook Pro—and just as adapt at either wired or wirelessly charging Apple’s recent USB-C devices. If you don’t own an Apple Watch—and have no intention of doing so—Zens has a version (the $49.95 Zens USB-C to USB-C Charging Cable Pro 2) without that module, and just the iPhone/AirPods wireless pad in the middle of the 140W cable. It’s available in white or black from Amazon, and from the Apple Store in an exclusive Dark Cherry color.01:28 pmBrowser-based RDP experiencing issues with Firefox
Mar 10, 13:28 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is investigating an issue where browser-based RDP is not working with Firefox. Other browsers, such as Chrome, are unaffected.01:28 pmApple CEO Tim Cook Takes a Pit Stop in New Video to Promote F1
Apple CEO Tim Cook today shared a short promotional video on social media highlighting Apple's new role as the U.S. home of Formula One. The clip takes place around Apple Park and shows Cook driving a small campus buggy along the ring road before pulling up beside Dutch racing driver Max Verstappen. The scene plays out like a Formula 1 pit stop, with the buggy stopping at a makeshift pit area labeled "Tim Box Box," a reference to the radio phrase used by F1 teams to call drivers into the pits. During the stop, a rapid tire-change sequence unfolds, parodying the high-speed choreography of real Formula 1 pit crews. After the brief stop, Cook accelerates away from the pit box. The light-hearted video is part of Apple's wider promotional push around its new Formula 1 broadcasting partnership. Beginning with the 2026 season, Apple has become the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of Formula 1 races through the Apple TV app, which now carries every practice session, qualifying session, Sprint race, and Grand Prix live and on demand. Apple has been heavily promoting the partnership across its ecosystem, including features in the Apple Sports app, race coverage integrations in Apple News, circuit maps in Apple Maps, and audio race broadcasts on Apple Music. The promotional clip also comes shortly after the start of the 2026 Formula 1 season, which opened with the Australian Grand Prix. Apple says Apple TV subscribers in the United States can watch the entire season with 4K video, Dolby Vision, and multiple onboard camera feeds.Tags: Apple TV Plus, Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:20 pmTurn a simple idea into a full presentation in minutes
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Macworld Apple’s first-ever smart home display, which the company hoped to launch this spring, has reportedly hit another development snag. It now won’t appear until the fall, according to the latest rumors, and you guessed it, it’s all Siri’s fault. Writing for Bloomberg, analyst Mark Gurman claims Apple had previously planned for its first wave of smart home devices to run a “variation” of tvOS 26, the current Apple TV operating system, but has now pushed this back to tvOS 27. Like the rest of the 27 OS updates, tvOS 27 will be announced in June at WWDC 2026 before rolling out to the public in September. Instead of launching in spring, as expected, the so-called HomePad, a smart home hub with an integrated display, is now slated to launch in the fall. This change of plan, Gurman says, is entirely due to issues with Siri; the hardware has been ready for some time. He bases this on the testimony of anonymous sources with knowledge of the matter. If that sounds tenuous, it’s worth noting that Gurman’s claims are corroborated by another leaker. In fact Kosutami, who has made accurate predictions in the past, actually posted “Autumn. Home. Integrated with Pad. Now coming.” some time before Gurman published his article, so really it’s the latter who is corroborating the former. Apple hasn’t announced anything publicly, but the company is believed to be working on a major push into the smart home space. This includes two tiers of smart home hubs: the stationary wall-mounted HomePad device with a 7-inch screen, focusing on HomeKit and FaceTime calls, and a high-end robotic hub featuring a display mounted on a robotic arm, which is expected to launch at a later date. Both devices, however, will depend for their convenience and user-friendliness on effective voice control, which is why Siri is so key to their release, and why Siri’s current woes are such a problem. Apple announced a new and more sophisticated version of Siri back in June 2024, but the project has been afflicted by a disastrous series of delays. On the positive side, the extra six months may give Apple a chance to tinker somewhat with the hardware side. In a separate post to Twitter/X, Kosutami adds that the device might have an intriguing “MagSafe snap-to-wall feature” and “it can [ring] your door,” which presumably means it lets you see who rings your doorbell. Both sound like useful additions, if Apple can ever actually launch the thing.01:13 pmTim Cook’s golf cart gets F1 treatment in new video from Apple Park
Apple TV is now home to Formula 1 races in the US, and to promote the partnership, Tim Cook just shared a new video where his Apple Park golf cart gets an F1-style pit stop. more…01:09 pmMacBook Neo Unboxing Videos Shared Ahead of Launch Day
The first MacBook Neo unboxing videos were shared today by selected YouTube channels, ahead of the laptop launching on Wednesday. Available in Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver, the MacBook Neo is powered by a version of the A18 Pro chip from the iPhone 16 Pro. The laptop is equipped with a 13-inch display, up to 512GB of storage, and a non-configurable 8GB of RAM. MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable MacBook ever. In the U.S., pricing starts at just $599, or at an even lower $499 for college students. Related Roundup: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums01:05 pmApple Accelerates Its Unified Silicon Strategy
Apple’s latest Mac announcements may look like routine upgrades. Look closer, and a deliberate strategy behind the new MacBook Neo and updated MacBook Pro lineup becomes clear. On one end, Apple pushed the MacBook Pro further upmarket with M5 Pro and M5 Max silicon, a new Fusion architecture, more memory bandwidth, faster storage, and AI […] The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.01:01 pmGerman publishers push back on Apple’s privacy-focused tracking changes, call for antitrust fine | Mac Daily NewsGerman publishers push back on Apple’s privacy-focused tracking changes, call for antitrust fine
German publishers and advertisers have urged the country's competition authority to reject Apple's latest proposals for adjusting its… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:00 pmApple MacBook Neo review: Can a Mac get by with an iPhone’s processor inside?
8GB of RAM is a bummer, but this $599 laptop cuts most of the right corners.01:00 pmMacBook Neo review: A truly great Mac at an unbelievable price
I bought my first Mac in 2007: a black polycarbonate MacBook. To this day, I think it’s the most consequential purchase I’ve made in my life. Last week, Apple introduced MacBook Neo. It’s a fascinating Mac, and not just because of the price. I think it’s set to drive a new wave of people to the Mac ecosystem. Here’s why. Limited time: Pre-order MacBook Neo at Best Buy and score a $25 gift card. more…01:00 pmMacBook Neo review: The perfect gateway Mac
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Distinguished and sturdy design Excellent single-core CPU performance Great-looking display Nothing feels cheap Cons Different USB implementations on the two ports Trackpad lacks pressure-sensitivity Multi-core performance lags No P3 color gamut support Our Verdict The MacBook Neo is, in every sense, a MacBook. It’s made with the same quality and care you’ve come to expect from Apple. it might cost a fraction of what Apple charges for the MacBook Pro, but it’s not a letdown; it’s a delight. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$599 Best Prices Today: Apple MacBook Neo Retailer Price $599 View Deal $599 View Deal $599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The word “cheap” is a loaded one. It usually means the price is below expectations, which raises a product’s appeal. But it’s also used as a derogatory term for something of poor quality. Sometimes, often even, the two concepts go hand-in-hand. Apple’s MacBook Neo is far from “cheap” in the derogatory sense. On price alone, the MacBook Neo’s $599 starting price ($499 through education channels) is on that upper tier of cheap laptops in general. Maybe “affordable” or “budget” are better terms for the Neo. However, Apple doesn’t want you to think of the MacBook Neo in any of those terms. Though it describes the price as a “breakthrough” and says the Neo is the company’s “most affordable laptop ever,” it doesn’t use these terms to signify its place in the MacBook lineup. It’s a MacBook, and it happens to cost less than the others. That’s an important distinction. The MacBook Neo is, in every sense, a MacBook, just like the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro. It’s made with the same quality you’ve come to expect from Apple. That’s not to say there aren’t sacrifices to be made. There are, but they’re expected at this price point. It’s not a letdown; if anything, the MacBook Neo is a delight. The MacBook Neo proudly carries on the MacBook name.Foundry Overall, the MacBook Neo is an excellent choice as a general productivity computer. You’ll be able to write documents, create spreadsheets, build presentations, visit websites, check email, manage your calendar, video conference with people, and a lot more with ease on the MacBook Neo. It can also handle basic media editing and a few other more intensive tasks, though you’ll need to wait a little while longer for its chip to do all the work. Our reviews usually evaluate MacBooks as a tool for Apple users. With the Neo, however, Apple hopes and believes a lot of people will switch from a Windows laptop, and it’s likely to be a success. This may be Macworld, which means a vast majority of our readers are Mac users, but if you’re considering switching from the PC world, please read on–I’ve written this as a Mac user, but switchers will be interested to know what Apple has done to make the Neo a proud part of the MacBook lineup. MacBook Neo (2026): Our model’s specifications This review covers the $599 MacBook Neo. Available in four colors, we looked at an Indigo model. Here are its specifications: CPU: A19 Pro with 6 cores (2 performance cores, 4 efficiency cores), 16-core Neural Engine GPU: 5 cores Memory: 8GB unified memory (60GBps memory bandwidth) Storage: 256GB SSD Display: 13-inch Liquid Retina; 2408-by-1506 native resolution at 219 pixels per inch; 500 nits brightness; 1 billion colors; sRGB color gamut Ports: 1USB-C (USB 3); 1 USC-C (USB 2); 3.5mm audio Networking: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); Bluetooth 6 Input devices: Magic Keyboard; Magic Trackpad Weight: 2.7 pounds (1.23 kg) Dimensions: 0.50 x 11.71 x 8.12 inches (1.27 x 29.74 x 20.64 cm) Price (as tested): $599/£559 MacBook Neo: Design What’s most remarkable is that Apple has been able to maintain its high standards of quality with the design and construction of the MacBook Neo. It has an all-aluminum case, created with what Apple claims is a new process that reduces waste. If there’s a difference between the aluminum used in the Neo and that of the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro, I can’t feel it. The MacBook Neo is all aluminum. There’s no plastic on its case.Foundry The MacBook Neo certainly doesn’t seem cheaply constructed. It’s a confident laptop, just like the other MacBooks. Carrying it around, its weight feels evenly distributed, and it doesn’t feel hollow or fragile. The laptop is slightly smaller than the MacBook Air, but it weighs just as much. For the first time since the M1 Air, the camera is stashed in the upper bezel of the laptop. MacBook Neo doesn’t have a notch, like the MacBook Pro or MacBook Air. The bezels along the sides are noticeably thicker than on the other MacBooks, but they don’t give a sense of intrusion into your usable display area. Overall, the laptop looks and feels like it belongs with the rest of the MacBook lineup. If Apple made sacrifices in this area to meet the price, it’s not clearly obvious. The color choices are Blush (pink), Citrus (green), Indigo (blue), and Silver. We got the Indigo model for review, and the colorization looks like it’s applied in the same manner as other MacBooks–it’s anodized, not painted. The color is rich and varies based on how the light hits it. The Apple logo is matte, whereas the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro have shiny logos. The non-Silver colors are unique to this laptop, so people who follow Apple closely will instantly know it’s a MacBook Neo. (This is important to Apple users, switchers.) @macworld.com Like Indigo? #macbookneo ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld MacBook Neo: Display and camera The 13-inch LED display (Liquid Retina, in Apple parlance) is what you might expect in an Apple budget laptop. It’s essentially a smaller version of the MacBook Air’s display–they’re both capable of 500 nits of brightness. It produces an evenly lit image; I didn’t notice hotspots or dim areas. The images and text are nice. The MacBook Neo is missing two features found in the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. The first is True Tone, where the Mac can sense the ambient lighting in the room and adjust the display’s colors so the image looks consistent. The second is the lack of support for the P3 color gamut, as the Neo supports sRGB. I bet most people considering the MacBook Neo won’t miss True Tone or even know that it’s not there. In fact, some Mac users turn it off. The missing P3 support is a bigger deal for people who do color work, because P3 is a wider color gamut than sRGB. The Neo may not be suitable for people who need color accuracy, but those people probably won’t be considering this laptop. The MacBook Neo doesn’t have the 12MP Center Stage camera found on other Macs, iPads, and iPhones. It’s a revival of the 1080p FaceTime camera Apple introduced back in 2021. It’s not that great a camera, but putting the 12MP camera in the 1st-gen Neo would’ve been a surprise, really. The camera is capable of 1080p HD video recording, just like the 12MP Center Stage camera, so there’s that, at least. MacBook Neo: Keyboard and trackpad The Magic Keyboard is a lot like the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air keyboards, but it does have minor design modifications to make it fit the MacBook Neo chassis. Whatever modifications Apple made to the keys and design resulted in a slightly different feel, but it doesn’t feel like a cheap PC keyboard that’s about to break. It’s sturdy and feels like it will last. The keys take on a hue that matches the color of the MacBook Neo.Foundry Apple tints the keys with a matching color so that they provide some contrast to the MacBook Neo’s body. For example, on the Indigo model I tested, the keys are a shade of light blue, adding some pizazz to the laptop’s design aesthetic. On the $599 model I tested, Touch ID was not included. I wrote a separate article detailing the importance of Touch ID, which is available if you get the $699 model (along with an SSD upgrade to 512GB). Macworld reader Brian H. pointed out to me that if you have an Apple Watch, you can use it in lieu of Touch ID for unlocking, Apple Pay, and other requests, which is a fine idea if you have an Apple Watch. If you don’t have a watch, you can buy an SE for $249 or spend an extra $100 on the $699 model, which also has twice the storage. The Multi-Touch trackpad isn’t as robust as the one on the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air. It’s a mechanical trackpad but the whole surface supports clicks, taps, and gestures unlike so-called diving board-style trackpads on similarly priced PC laptops. Plus it lacks the pressure-sensitive capabilities that Force Touch brings. It’s a sacrifice that a devoted Mac user may find hampering if they’ve incorporated those features into their workflow, but it’ll be an instand upgrade for someone switching from a cheap HP laptop. MacBook Neo: Ports and connectivity Apple includes two USB-C ports on the MacBook Neo, and it’s here where we get to the biggest point of contention with the laptop. The port closest to the rear of the laptop is a USB 3 port, capable of a 10Gbps data transfer rate. The port closest to the user is a USB 2 port, which supports a much slower 480Mbps rate. Charging can be done on either port, but the USB-C 2 port will take a really long time to move files. Both ports are USB-C, but the left port is faster than the right. Foundry The fact that the ports use two different flavors of USB (one being a very slow one) screams of a “cheap” move by Apple. However, John Gruber reports that this is more about the limitations of the A18 Pro chip than Apple being cheap, since the original chip and logic board were only designed for a single USB-C port with USB-3 speeds. That means that at some point during the Neo’s development, Apple decided the Neo needed two USB-C ports and had to perform some engineering magic to bring an extra port. That puts the decision into a better perspective. The rear USB-C port is the one to use for connecting an external display. A lot of hullabaloo has been made about knowing which port is the “better” port, and it’s all much ado about nothing. Once you learn the rear port is the faster port (you’ll get a pop-up box if you use the wrong one), are you really going to unlearn that? You’re not. It would’ve been nice if both ports were USB-3 ports, but ultimately it’s not a deal-breaker. There’s no Thunderbolt on the MacBook Neo, which isn’t a complaint but a matter of fact. Thunderbolt implementation is a pricier investment, so it doesn’t fit here. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth 6. The laptop also has a 3.5mm audio jack, but it lacks support for high impedance headphones, which again, won’t matter to the target audience. When you plug in a display into the USB 2 port (the one on the right), a notification appears and tells you to use the other port, which supports USB 3.Foundry MacBook Neo: Battery life The MacBook Neo has a 36.5-watt-hour battery, which Apple says will provide up to 16 hours of video streaming or 11 hours of wireless web browsing. To test for battery life, we looped a video until the battery ran out. The display’s brightness is set to 150 nits, which is a little less than halfway on the macOS Brightness scale. After 13 hours and 15 minutes, the battery finally ran out. That’s a lot of battery life for a little laptop. You’ll be able to use the MacBook Neo all day on its battery, if you’re only doing general productivity tasks. Doing more processor-intensive stuff has more of a toll on battery life, so if that’s what you do often, you may need to plug in towards the end of your day. Apple includes a 20W power adapter and a 1.5-meter UBC-C charging cable, which is enough for charging. You can use a higher-wattage charger, of course, but MacBook Neo doesn’t support fast charging. Both the charger and the cable can also be used with other iPhones, iPads, and AirPods, though you’ll be better served with a 40W or 60W charger with more than one port. MacBook Neo: Performance The MacBook Neo is the first Mac to use an A-series chip, usually reserved for iPhones and iPads. The A18 Pro in this laptop was last used in the iPhone 16 Pro, which was discontinued in 2025. Because the A18 Pro is a mobile chip, it’s easy to assume that it’s not able to provide the performance needed for a laptop. Missing from that narrative, however, is the fact that Apple’s A-series chips are consistently among the fastest mobile chips in the industry and can handle productivity tasks. In short, they’re extremely overpowered for a mobile phone. Most importantly, the A18 Pro offers single-core speeds that are just a tad slower than the latest M4 chip–the type of performance used in everyday tasks. In other words, the MacBook Neo does well in the tasks it’s meant to excel at. Geekbench 612:58 pmAirPods Pro 3 Hit All-Time Low Price of $199
Verizon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.00, down from $249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, which has been hard to come by on Amazon in recent weeks. 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. This model of the AirPods Pro launched in September 2025 and has 2x better Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, better audio quality, a revised fit that's meant to improve comfort and stability, Live Translation for in-person conversations, and heart rate sensing for workouts. $50 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.00 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 forums12:51 pmRode’s new Video Core offers a streamlined take on the all-in-one studio
Rode has announced a new product for video producers called the Rodecaster Video Core. Rode calls its new hardware the “ultimate all-in-one content creation tool, seamlessly integrating professional-grade video and audio production into a single, compact console.” more…12:30 pmNew Book 'Apple: The First 50 Years' Now Available
Tech columnist David Pogue's new book Apple: The First 50 Years is available in hardcover and digital formats starting today. In time for Apple's 50th anniversary on April 1, the 608-page book explores the first five decades of the company's history. Pogue interviewed 150 key people who shaped Apple into what it is today, including the company's co-founder Steve Wozniak, former CEO John Sculley, former design chief Jony Ive, and others. While many aspects of Apple's history are well documented, the book's official description promises "new facts that correct the record":In time for Apple's 50th anniversary, CBS Sunday Morning correspondent David Pogue tells the iconic company's entire life story: how it was born, nearly died, was born again under Steve Jobs, and became, under CEO Tim Cook, the most valuable company in the world. The book features full-color photos, new facts that correct the record and illuminate its subversive culture, and fresh interviews with the legendary figures who shaped Apple into what it is today.Pogue is a CBS Sunday Morning correspondent, and he spent many years writing about Apple and technology for The New York Times and Macworld. An excerpt from his book, focused on the late Steve Jobs, is available on the CBS News website. Pogue has been on a media tour to promote his new book, so there are lots of interviews and excerpts coming out. He recently sat down for an extended interview with Apple's CEO Tim Cook, and he made an appearance on CBS Mornings this week. Pogue will also be interviewing Apple's former marketing chief Phil Schiller on March 18 at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time, at SXSW 2026 in Austin, Texas. Apple was officially founded on April 1, 1976. The company has yet to announce any plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary in a public-facing manner, but it will likely mark the occasion in some way over the coming weeks. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment.Tag: David PogueThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums12:25 pmBuilt a local-first App Store screenshot generator for my 12 apps in 12 months challenge | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingBuilt a local-first App Store screenshot generator for my 12 apps in 12 months challenge
I’m attempting a 12 apps in 12 months challenge, and one unexpected bottleneck has been App Store screenshots. Every time I finished an app, I’d spend way too long setting up screenshot layouts, writing copy, and doing localization. So I built a small browser tool for myself to speed this up. Features so far: – […]12:21 pmM5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro vs. M4 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro: Compared
Apple has updated the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Pro chip. Here's how it compares to the preceding model with the M4 Pro.M5 Pro MacBook Pro vs. M4 Pro MacBook Pro: Specs, performance, costFollowing the debut of the standard M5 chip in October 2025, the more powerful M5 Pro has made its way to the MacBook Pro. The early 2026 launch of the M5 Pro chip was to be expected, as product identifiers provided to AppleInsider back in July 2025 indicated the hardware was in the works.Though Apple's latest high-end laptops look identical to their M4-based counterparts, there's more to it than meets the eye. Per Apple's website, the M5 Pro delivers significant performance improvements, making it an even better option for users who need plenty of processing power. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:16 pmRising laptop prices likely to further boost MacBook Neo sales
It’s been predicted that Apple could sell four to five million MacBook Neo machines this year, with even hardcore Windows fans seeing the appeal of switching. A new market intelligence report today suggests that the new machine could become even more attractive later this year as competing laptops become more expensive … more…12:10 pmBaseus EnerGeek GX11 MiFi Review: 20K power bank with SIM-free global 4G hotspot
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Compact 20K power bank SIM-less 4G MiFi hotspot MiFi in over 150 countries Detachable USB-C cable Cons Not available in the U.K. Our Verdict Super compact, the Baseus EnerGeek GX11 MiFi Power Bank offers a decent battery top-up capacity for your iPhone, iPad or even MacBook. Its simple-to-use integrated 4G MiFi function and available international plans are a real bonus for sharing with colleagues on a business trip abroad or staying in touch with family and friends when traveling. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$129.99 Best Prices Today: Baseus EnerGeek GX11 MiFi Power Bank 20000mAh 67W Retailer Price $103.99 View Deal $129.99 View Deal Baseus $129.99 View Deal $129.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Power banks free us from the need to be constantly near a power socket to recharge our devices, be that phone or laptop. A new breed of power banks is starting to add extra features to the basic battery-charging function. The Baseus EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi Power Bank is 20,000mAh battery pack with other super powers—in this case a built-in 4G hotspot for travelers that can automatically connect to premium local networks upon arrival without the need for a physical SIM or even eSIM in your iPhone. Now you can leave home with extra power and easy access to affordable, reliable local data. Simon Jary What is MiFi and why would you use it instead of your phone hotspot? MiFi is mobile WiFi (sometimes a more personal “My Wi-Fi”), usually found in a portable wireless router acting as a mobile hotspot that enables you to connect devices to the internet using cellular data. Such a travel router combines a cellular modem (to connect to nearby 4G towers) and a Wi-Fi router (to broadcast that signal to your device) a battery-powered unit. With the Baseus EnerGeek GX11 that power unit is also a high-capacity iPhone power bank or mid-capacity MacBook power bank. The GX11 can support up to 10 simultaneous 4G connections, so you can share its broadband power with friends, family or colleagues on the move. You can of course use your iPhone as a hotspot and/or install a physical local SIM card or connect with a virtual eSIM, but the benefit of a MiFi router is that it has its own power source, so reducing battery drain on your phone—especially for groups connecting multiple devices. See our sister publication Tech Advisor’s reviews of the best eSIMs for phone-based alternatives. Simon Jary How does the GX11’s SIM-less global MiFi work? The EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi Power Bank is based on uCloudlink’s CloudSIM technology, with support for 13 global frequency bands—including FDD-LTE, TD-LTE, and WCDMA. First, you download the Baseus MiFi app. Once you have installed the app and registered an account, you can activate it by scanning the QR code on the back of the power bank. Then you can purchase a data plan or top up through the Baseus MiFi App. As a bonus, when you first register the device, you get a free 20GB local data plan included that is valid for 60 days. After that you can choose from multiple flexible roaming plans for a variety of standard durations: there were 150 listed when I registered. To take a few at random: a 15GB 7-Day Package for North America or Southeast Asia, Day Passes for Japan and Korea, 50GB or 100GB 30-Day Global Packages, or Monthly/Yearly Passes for Spain or Italy. The MiFi is compatible with more than 350 networks across 150 countries and regions. In the U.K., for example, you could connect to EE, O2, Vodafone or 3. In Germany with O2, Telekom or Vodafone; in France with Orange; in Brazil with Claro or Oi; or China Mobile or Unicorn in China. In the U.S. networks include Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint; in Canada Rogers, Bell and Telus. You should be able to stay reliably connected most places in the world. Download speeds depend on the destination but Baseus lists 150Mbps as the max for global 4G WiFi, with 50Mbps max for uploads. How good is the GX11 as a power bank? The power bank’s 20000mAh (milliamp hours) capacity is rated at 73Wh (watt hours), which means it is airline friendly as carry on. In our tests, we recharged a flat 14-inch MacBook Pro to just under 90%, which is impressive for a power bank of this capacity. Only a 25K power bank has supplied over a full charge to our test MacBook. 20K should be enough to recharge an iPhone around three times. On one side, there’s the MiFi Switch and below that the Power button.Simon Jary Design and portability The Baseus EnerGeek GX11 measures 4.7 x 2 x 2 inches (12 x 5 x 5cm) which is about the size of a soda can and weighs 15.2oz (431g). A slide MiFi Switch button on one side is used to toggle MiFi on and off. You’ll save battery power with MiFi turned off. Below that, the Power button can be used to turn on and off power to devices and also manage the display at the front of the power bank. Simon Jary What ports and charging speeds does it support? At the top of the power bank are three ports: two USB-C and one legacy USB-A. Both USB-C ports can supply 67W of power and the USB-A 33W, although note that max output is 67W, so when using more than one at a time, that power will be shared between the ports. Using all three simultaneously seriously limits total power to 15W. The power bank itself can be recharged at 67W. It comes with a detachable braided USB-C cable of 10 inches (25cm) length, which can be used for input and output purposes. Price and availability The Baseus EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi Power Bank is priced at $129.99 and €149.99. It is not available to buy in the U.K., but you can certainly use it there; the U.K. is included under the Europe region. Check out our reviews of the best MacBook power banks and best magnetic iPhone power banks for MiFi-less options. Should you buy the Baseus EnerGeek GX11 4G MiFi Power Bank Super compact, the Baseus EnerGeek GX11 MiFi Power Bank offers a decent battery top-up capacity for your iPhone, iPad or even MacBook. Its simple-to-use integrated 4G MiFi function and available international plans are a real bonus for sharing with colleagues on a business trip abroad or staying in touch with family and friends when traveling.12:05 pmRoast my Swift SDK
Hey fellow iOS devs, I'm looking for feedback on the SDK I've developed for my platform. It's designed in a way I wanted to see & use it myself in my apps. It uses the OpenAPI generator to create types and interact with the REST API, but the public service & interface are custom. Questions […]12:00 pmAI Glasses Shift Into Momentum Mode, Shipments Grow 322% in 2025
AI glasses shipments soared 322% in 2025 to 8.7 million units as advances in multimodal AI and lighter wearable designs push the once-experimental category toward mainstream adoption. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.11:45 amApple Holds an Edge as Laptop Prices Could Face a 40% Increase
Apple's Mac lineup will soon span a wider price range than ever, from the new $599 MacBook Neo to a rumored top-of-the-line MacBook "Ultra" expected later this year. However, new research suggests the broader laptop market could be heading for a painful price adjustment. According to TrendForce, surging memory and CPU costs could push mainstream laptop retail prices up by nearly 40% in 2026. The firm modeled a laptop with a $900 MSRP and found that DRAM and SSD (normally around 15% of a device's bill of materials) have ballooned to over 30% following several quarters of sharp price increases. That alone could force retail prices up by more than 30% if brands want to hold their margins. Intel has raised prices on entry-level and older-generation laptop CPUs by more than 15%, notes the report, with further hikes planned for mainstream and higher-end platforms in the second quarter. When combined, memory and CPU could end up accounting for 58% of laptop component costs, up from roughly 45%. Apple designs its own silicon, which gives it considerable insulation from Intel-driven CPU volatility. The MacBook Neo's A18 Pro chip, for instance, is produced by TSMC under Apple's direct supply agreements. But Apple is not immune to memory market pressures – DRAM and NAND flash costs affect Macs across the line, from the Neo's fixed 8GB of RAM to the high-capacity configurations in the MacBook Pro. Just last week, Apple removed the 512GB memory upgrade option when purchasing a Mac Studio, with the machine now maxing out at 256GB. The latter option also got a price rise – it used to cost $1,600 to go from 96GB to 256GB on the high-end M3 Ultra machine, but now it costs $2,000. TrendForce notes that "tier-one brands" with deep supplier relationships are most well-positioned to deal with the price squeeze. That bodes well for Apple, but killing off the Mac Studio upgrade option shows it's not completely invulnerable to broader market pressures.Tag: TrendForceThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums11:43 amF1: The Stream – how the launch leveraged Apple's entire ecosystem
If you own an iPhone, and sometimes, even if you didn't, there was no escaping notifications about the 2026 F1 season starting up. Regardless of how annoyed you might have been, the launch was flawless and powered by every bit of Apple's ecosystem.Apple has the rights to stream F1I'm going to start off by saying I'm new to F1. I wanted to try out the sport since it is included with Apple TV.The F1 movie was also a strong motivator, as it helped reawaken my dormant love of racing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:29 amApple creates adorable little Finder guy to promote its adorable little Mac
Apple is pitching the MacBook Neo at people who’ve never owned a Mac before, and it’s reaching out to them in the place it thinks it will find this new generation of potential Mac users: TikTok. The company has been running a series of quirky ads on the video streaming platform, some of them featuring an adorable little Finder guy … more…11:15 amApple just created a billion more Mac users
Macworld For years, Chromebooks and low-cost Windows laptops have dominated the education sector for one primary reason: aggressive pricing. Some models sell for under $200, making them easy to deploy at scale. They’re also more sensible than entry-level iPads, thanks to the more mature operating systems, larger displays, built-in keyboards, and fuller feature sets. That dynamic is about to shift, however. With the newly announced MacBook Neo, Apple is set to disrupt this longstanding formula, positioning itself as a serious player in education. Until now, a truly affordable MacBook that parents and schools could justify for kids didn’t exist—Apple’s cheapest laptop started at $999 with the MacBook Air. Starting at a mere $499 for education, Neo is catering to this untapped market for the first time ever. Before long, many students will either be using a MacBook Neo or asking for one. Long-term gains The MacBook Neo’s starting price is a calculated decision. Apple could’ve easily charged more and still sold plenty of them, but short-term profit isn’t the primary goal here. With such a low starting price for students, Apple is ensuring Macs will begin showing up in classrooms all over the world, winning over younger generations and getting them accustomed to Apple hardware and software. By introducing students to the Mac at a young age, Apple potentially secures them as lifelong customers who will later spend much more on higher-end devices. Plenty of Chromebooks and Windows laptops cost less than $499, but they don’t have the design or ecosystem Apple does. The MacBook is an established premium line, and, at just $499, it’s bound to become the new cool at school. Apple laptops are already popular with students, but now they’ll be popular with schools too.Apple iPhone’s BFF Back in the days when I was a college student, I sold my mid-range Lenovo laptop right after I switched from Android to iPhone. Instead of a Mac, I opted for an iPad to keep things in sync with my iPhone while I worked. Within a couple of years, my entire setup was converted to Apple-made products that worked seamlessly together. Many parents buy their kids iPhones for similar reasons. They can easily AirDrop notes, add them to shared photo albums, track them with Find My, set Screen Time limits, approve purchases, and much more. When they grown up, these kids will want a laptop that works just as well with their iPhones. The MacBook Neo offers native integrations with iOS, including iPhone Mirroring, notification forwarding, Universal Clipboard, plus the practical iCloud sync for photos, notes, contacts, files, and other data. No Chromebook or Windows laptop can beat that. Full desktop experience Another reason parents and schools may want to prioritize the MacBook Neo over a Chromebook is that it runs the full version of macOS. ChromeOS is essentially a glorified web browser that doesn’t offer the same set of advanced apps. While the MacBook Neo may run an iPhone chip, users will still get to install professional Mac software, such as coding tools, photo editors, and other comprehensive desktop apps. Apple doesn’t say how long it will support the MacBook Neo with software updates, but it’s safe to assume that it’ll be longer than any of its mid-range rivals. Cheap laptops often get quickly neglected by their manufacturers, as they focus their resources on supporting flagship machines. As such, Neo users will get the latest security patches, AI enhancements, and other new Mac features for years to come. Apple learned from the mistakes it made with the iPhone 5c.Foundry Far from an iPhone 5c When the plastic iPhone 5c flopped, Apple learned how not to build cheap products, switching to the SE model, which maintains the premium materials for budget iPhones and watches by incorporating dated components. The MacBook Neo is an evolution of this successful formula that sacrifices certain technologies for design and features that matter. According to Macworld’s Michael Simon—who got to try the notebook at Apple’s hands-on event—the MacBook Neo feels as premium as the MacBook Air. It features a sturdy aluminum chassis, reliable Magic Keyboard (albeit not backlit), stunning display, decent audio system, and more. Sure, you’re missing out on some higher-end specs available on Air and Pro MacBooks, but it doesn’t feel like similarly priced, low-grade laptops. Beyond its durability, the MacBook Neo also caters to students and youngsters by offering vibrant color options, including citrus and blush—plus the more subtle silver and indigo. The selection can add a fun aspect to a serious productivity device, making it appealing to a broader range of customers. If pretty much everything about the MacBook Neo is superior, why would anyone still want to buy another cheap laptop?11:12 amSMS Delivery Failures To Telefonica Network In Mexico Via A Subset Of Longcodes
Mar 10, 04:12 PDTResolved - The incident has been resolved and SMS delivery from a subset of Twilio Long Codes to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico is operating normally.Mar 9, 15:16 PDTUpdate - Twilio customers may continue to experience SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 24 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 8, 15:16 PDTUpdate - Twilio customers may continue to experience SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 24 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 7, 23:26 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may continue to experience SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 16 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 7, 15:31 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may continue to experience SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 8 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 7, 11:43 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may continue to experience SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 4 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 7, 09:46 PSTUpdate - Twilio customers may continue to experience SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 7, 08:48 PSTIdentified - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team has identified the cause, and is working to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 7, 07:50 PSTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery failures from a subset of Twilio Phone Numbers to Telefonica network subscribers in Mexico. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.11:09 amIndia makes one in four of all iPhones worldwide
Apple reportedly produced around 55 million iPhones in India during 2025, up from around 40 million the year before, as the company continues to drastically reduce its reliance on China.Tim Cook in a previous visit to India — image credit: AppleIn 2023, an Indian trade minister revealed that Apple ultimately aimed to increase local iPhone manufacturing from the then around 6%, to 25% by 2025. Now according to Bloomberg, Apple has done exactly that.Reportedly, Apple had approximately 55 million iPhones produced in India during 2025. Apple tends to make between 220 million and 230 million iPhones annually, meaning India accounted for a quarter of that. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:09 amHow come Apple aren’t accepting my updates? It used to take a day or two but now it takes weeks? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingHow come Apple aren’t accepting my updates? It used to take a day or two but now it takes weeks?
submitted by /u/Hades363636 [link] [comments]11:00 amDavid Pogue releases new ‘Apple: The First 50 years’ book
Apple celebrates its 50th birthday this year, having originally been founded on April 1, 1976. Coinciding with that anniversary, veteran technology reporter “CBS Sunday Morning” correspondent David Pogue is out with a new book that goes in-depth on the company’s history, Apple: The First 50 Years. more…10:59 amApple paying a premium to move iPhone production outside China as it hits milestone
Apple last year shifted a substantial amount of iPhone production outside of China despite the fact that it has to pay a premium to do so. The company reportedly hit a significant milestone, reaching the halfway point in its objective to split iPhone production equally between China and India … more…10:30 amDon’t worry, Apple isn’t going all practical
Macworld They did it! Yes, last week Apple announced the much-rumored “cheap laptop”, the MacBook Neo. Coming in a variety of almost actual colors, the Neo ships with an A18 Pro processor and starts at just $599, the lowest price ever for a Mac laptop not sold out of the trunk of someone’s car. And even better? It’s not a piece of junk. Initial benchmarks indicate the Neo bests the M3-based iPad Air in single-core operations, which are pretty much the kind of operations the target market for this device will be doing. So that’s good. The Macalope isn’t a hardware engineer but he’s pretty sure you want hardware that’s optimized for the kind of things you’re going to be doing. That just seems right. Also, again, better is that because Apple already has a lot of experience and economies of scale built up from having worked with the components in the Neo for years, it’s cheap to repair. Is there anything this device can’t do?! Yes. Actually, yeah, there are a lot of things it can’t do. It’s got 8GB of RAM and starts with 256GB of storage, so it’s not a powerhouse. But it’s still darn good. Reaction, other than a few grumbles about it not having MagSafe and one of the ports being USB 2.0, has been wildly positive. According to Gene Munster, who’s never been wrong about anything, the MacBook Neo could boost Apple revenue by 0.5 percent without impacting margins and give the company great gains in the educational market. Whether that happens or not, it’s a very attractive laptop at an extremely attractive price. But… [puts on unnecessary glasses, temples hooves in front of face]… what does it mean? If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry Because we always have to talk about what everything means, some people have apparently taken the MacBook Neo and the iPhone 17e (also introduced last week) as a sign that Apple is pivoting from being a premium brand to one servicing low-cost markets. Seriously? Have you met Apple? Taking a look at the question, Horace Deiu asks, “Is Apple Pivoting?” Then immediately gets the Betteridge of his own headline. No. There. Glad we cleared that up. First of all, the iPhone 17e isn’t even the first “cheap” iPhone Apple’s shipped (the original iPhone SE was cheaper). It’s not even the first cheap iPhone Apple’s shipped with an “e” after the number. The Neo is the cheapest Apple laptop ever, but the only reason Apple never made it before is that it couldn’t without making a device that was overly compromised. For years, Apple was told it absolutely had to make a netbook, and the company looked at netbooks and said, “Ew, David,”, which is weird because “Schitt’s Creek” would not come out for like six more years. The company made the MacBook Air instead, which sold like aluminum hotcakes. If, you know, aluminum hotcakes were something that a lot of people wanted to buy. In deflating the idea that Apple is pivoting, Dediu makes a great point that the Macalope has surely not given enough attention to over the years. The problem is that I’ve known many poor people who buy expensive things (actually most luxury brands sell to the less affluent) and many rich people buy cheap things (shunning conspicuity). It’s obviously not the case that all poor people buy expensive items and all rich people buy cheap ones, but often people who can’t afford to splurge on very large ticket items will splurge on smaller expensive items. Anyway, if you thought this represented a fundamental shift in Apple’s market positioning, here come even more expensive laptops! And that’s not all! There’s a more significant shift underway toward higher-end fare — what I’d describe as “Ultra” products. The company may not use the Ultra branding for all of them (though you do see it on the Apple Watch Ultra, CarPlay Ultra, and Ultra chips), but a number of upcoming items will fall into this category. Mark Gurman, March 8, 2026 Apple’s been making (relatively) cheap iPhones and iPads for years, and they’re great devices. Only now has the company been able to make a (relatively) cheap MacBook. That’s why it is, not because of some grand shift in strategy. If you’re still not convinced, just wait until the foldable iPhone comes out. The price is likely to be eye-watering and not in a “tears of joy” kind of way. Unless you’re Tim Cook.10:19 amApple Now Makes One in Four iPhones in India
Apple boosted iPhone production in India by around 53 percent last year and now makes a quarter of its marquee devices there to avoid tariffs on China, reports Bloomberg ($). Apple assembled about 55 million iPhones in the country across 2025, up from 36 million a year earlier, according to the publication's sources. The shift is part of Apple's broader effort to mitigate risk from U.S.-China trade tensions and reduce dependence on a single country for production. Apple makes about 220 million to 230 million iPhones globally. A Canalys report last year claimed India has overtaken China as the leading manufacturer of smartphones shipped to the United States. The California-based company has leaned heavily on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's production-linked incentives aimed at turning India into the world's factory. The subsidies have helped offset some of the structural cost disadvantages that manufacturers face in India, including the lack of a China-like robust supply chain and logistics challenges, according to Bloomberg. Although the cost gap has narrowed, assembling electronics and manufacturing components in India still remains more expensive than in countries such as China and Vietnam. To offset this, companies including Apple and Samsung are continuing to push for additional government support. Companies are currently in discussions with the Indian government about a new round of incentives aimed at boosting export growth. The report notes that India's existing production-linked subsidies for smartphones are set to expire on March 31, and with the U.S. Supreme Court recently striking down some tariffs affecting China, officials in New Delhi are under pressure to act quickly to ensure the country remains cost-competitive. Apple now assembles all models in the latest iPhone 17 lineup in India, including the higher-end Pro and Pro Max variants. Manufacturing partners in the country – including Foxconn, Tata Electronics, and Pegatron – also produce older devices such as the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 for both domestic sales and export markets.Tags: Bloomberg, IndiaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:04 amApp Review Appointment Declined, what now?
I submitted the first build of my first app 32 days ago and haven’t heard anything yet, despite Apple still saying 90% of apps get reviewed in 48 hours. I have emailed Apple support twice asking if there’s anything I can do to help speed up the process and got quite a template reply however […]10:00 amApple @ Work Podcast: Printing goes to the cloud
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, Kevin Pickhart, Executive Chairman of Pharos, joins the show to talk about the hidden security risks lurking in office printers, and why zero-trust security needs to include print workflows, not just endpoints and networks. more…09:51 amCan’t get a new subscription approved – review team demands to give them an expired demo account, even though the app doesn’t have any login system | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingCan’t get a new subscription approved – review team demands to give them an expired demo account, even though the app doesn’t have any login system
So I have developed an app and it has been in the App Store for 3 months now and for all these 3 months the only subscription that users were able to buy was a yearly subscription. 1 week ago I decided that I want to test adding a weekly subscription. I use Superwall as […]09:45 amSafe to link to website from iOS app when payments are web‑only?
I’m building an iOS app that has its own purpose: users sign in, track their activity/progress, and do location‑based check‑ins (geolocation). The app is fully usable on its own for tracking; it’s not just a shell for payments. All payments and billing happen only on the website: The iOS app has no in‑app purchases. It […]09:28 amXcode archieve takes at least 20 minutes.
We are working with Unity 6000.3.5f2, with a Mac mini M4 chip and 24 GB memory on Tahoe 26.3 and Xcode version 26.2. Our builds take 5 minutes in Unity then we have to wait for at least 20 minutes for the Xcode archieve. Wanted to ask if anyone else is facing this problem or […]09:23 amIndonesia SMS Carrier Maintenance – Three and Indosat
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 10, 09:00 - 11:00 PDTMar 10, 01:50 PDTScheduled - The Three and Indosat networks in Indonesia are conducting a planned maintenance from 10 March 2026 at 09:00 PDT until 10 March 2026 at 11:00 PDT. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS to Three and Indosat Indonesia handsets.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.09:13 amApp approved but subscriptions still “In Review”. anyone else had this?
My iOS app just got approved and is already live but the subscriptions are still showing “In Review” in App Store Connect. So basically the app is out but users can’t actually buy anything yet. I created the subscriptions before submitting the build and all the metadata, pricing, screenshots etc are there. No messages from […]09:00 amSMS Delivery Delays and Failures to Airtel in Zambia
Mar 10, 02:00 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery failures from Twilio to Airtel network subscribers in Zambia. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.08:52 amAUS (Austin) on 2026-03-13
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 13, 12:00 - 15:00 UTCMar 10, 08:50 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in AUS (Austin) datacenter on 2026-03-13 between 12:00 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.08:10 amWCSession.transferUserInfo(_:)
I’m on the end of developing a iOS/watchOS app, with the only thing left to do being WatchConnectivity. I’ve written everything and it should work—my functions using `updateApplicationContext(_:)` work perfectly. Unfortunately, when I use `transferUserInfo(_:)` everything is fine on the phone, but on the watchOS app it’s like it never happened. No logs, I got […]08:00 amGive your laptop sitch a pro-level Apple upgrade for just $430
Macworld TL;DR: Stay in the Apple ecosystem without paying flagship prices—this near-mint refurbished MacBook Pro (2020) is just $429.97 and still delivers serious performance. Apple laptops are famous for two things: excellent performance and pretty serious price tags. The good news is you don’t necessarily have to drop well over a grand to enjoy the MacBook experience. Right now, a Grade-A refurbished Apple MacBook Pro (2020) is available for just $429.97 (MSRP $1,999), giving you a powerful, premium laptop at a much more approachable price. It runs on a 10th-gen Intel Core i5 processor, paired with 16GB of RAM and a strong 1TB SSD. The 13.3-inch Retina display is another highlight. With its sharp 2560×1600 resolution and Apple’s True Tone technology, everything from spreadsheets to movies looks crisp and vibrant. Apple’s Touch ID lets you unlock the device or confirm purchases with a quick fingerprint scan. And it features the Touch Bar, which gives you quick access to dynamic shortcuts. You’ll also find four Thunderbolt 3 ports and up to 10 hours of battery life. And since it’s Grade-A refurbished, it arrives in near-mint condition with minimal signs of use. This MacBook Pro still holds its own as a capable everyday machine. Get this near-mint MacBook Pro for just $429.97 (MSRP $1,999). Apple Macbook Pro (2020) 13″ i5 2GHz Touchbar 16GB RAM 1TB SSD Space Gray (Refurbished)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.07:57 amSMS Delivery Delays from Twilio to Evatis Djibouti
Mar 10, 00:57 PDTResolved - We are no longer experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages from Twilio to Evatis network subscribers in Djibouti. This incident has been resolved.Mar 9, 23:01 PDTMonitoring - We have observed a recovery in SMS delivery delays from Twilio to Evatis network subscribers in Djibouti and are monitoring service stability. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 18:58 PDTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate SMS delivery delays from Twilio to Evatis network subscribers in Djibouti. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 4 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 16:59 PDTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate SMS delivery delays from Twilio to Evatis network subscribers in Djibouti. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 15:58 PDTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from Twilio to Evatis network subscribers in Djibouti. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.07:16 amiPhone batteries compared: Capacity, mAh and watt hours for every iPhone
Macworld Battery life is one of the most important factors when choosing which iPhone to buy. Measuring iPhone battery life in straight hours of real-world usage (as Apple likes to do) is not an accurate metric for comparison purposes as so many use and environmental factors play a part. Here at Macworld we run our own battery life tests, which should give you a more accurate representation of how long the battery in your iPhone will last. In the table below you can see battery life (in minutes). Another way to gage battery life is to look at the technical specifications to find out the battery capacities of each iPhone. Unfortunately, Apple is notoriously secretive about these battery specifications, mainly because smartphones from rivals such as Samsung boast much larger battery capacities. The only way to discover the battery capacities is by ripping the battery out of the phone and checking the specifications printed there. Below you will find a list and explanation of the battery capacities of every iPhone from 2007’s original iPhone to the very latest iPhone 17 series, including the iPhone Air and 17e. iPhone battery life tests This chart shows that there is a clear and impressive increase in battery life over time. Battery capacity has grown significantly, almost doubling from the iPhone 8 to the iPhone 17. But battery life has extended much more than that, with the iPhone 17 running the same test, at the same brightness, lasting over five times as long as the iPhone 8! Bear in mind that screen size has increased quite a bit over this time, too.07:12 amAnytime theres a post about “The compiler is unable to type-check this expression in reasonable time” | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingAnytime theres a post about “The compiler is unable to type-check this expression in reasonable time”
Always a good read -> https://danielchasehooper.com/posts/why-swift-is-slow/ submitted by /u/aerial-ibis [link] [comments]07:12 amSMS Delivery Delays and Failures from Twilio to Mobitel Cambodia
Mar 10, 00:12 PDTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delay and failures from Twilio to Mobitel Cambodia. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.06:30 amMacBook Air and Pro batteries compared: Which MacBook has better battery life
Macworld Measuring MacBook battery life in straight hours of real-world usage (as Apple likes to do) is not always an accurate metric for comparison purposes as so many use and environmental factors play a part. We can, however, rely on straight technical specifications to tell us the stated battery capacities of each MacBook. Where Apple is secretive about iPhone battery specifications (see our list of iPhone battery capacities based on teardowns), the company does list MacBook capacities in Watt hours (Wh). We have trawled through the Apple product Tech Specs pages from 2009 to 2025 to bring you as complete a list as we can gather using official Apple battery declarations. The watt-hour is a unit of energy equivalent to one watt (1W) of power utilized for one hour of time. it is calculated by multiplying the number of Amps with the battery voltage. The higher the number of Wh the longer a battery will last using the same application. Batteries will lose efficiency over time so don’t expect a 2009-era MacBook battery to still possess the same power as it did when it was new or more than a 2025 model, even if it had an originally higher Wh rating. Read How to test a MacBook battery: see if it needs replacing & replace it. Our list includes older MacBooks that used an Intel processor, and works its way to the latest M-series (for example, M1, M2 Pro, M3, M4, M5) MacBooks. The MacBook Neo with its A18 Pro chip starts us off. MacBook Neo battery cappacity 13-inch MacBook Neo, 2026: 36.5Wh MacBook Air battery capacities 11-inch MacBook Air (Intel) 11-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Late 2010: 35Wh 11-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2011: 35Wh 11-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2012: 35Wh 11-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2013: 38Wh 11-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Early 2015: 38Wh 11-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Early 2015: 38Wh 13-inch MacBook Air (Intel) 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2009: 40Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Late 2010: 50Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2011: 50Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2012: 50Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Mid 2013: 54Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Early 2014: 54Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Early 2015: 54Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, 2017: 54Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Retina, 2018: 50.3Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Retina, 2019: 49.9Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, Intel, Retina, 2020: 49.9Wh 13-inch MacBook Air (M-series) 13-inch MacBook Air, M1: 49.9Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, M2: 52.6Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, M3: 52.6Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, M4: 53.8Wh 13-inch MacBook Air, M5: 53.8Wh 15-inch MacBook Air (M-series) 15-inch MacBook Air, M2: 66.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Air, M3: 66.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Air, M4: 66.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Air, M5: 66.5Wh MacBook Pro battery capacities 13-inch MacBook Pro (Intel) 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2009: 60Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2010: 63.5Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Early 2011: 63.5Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Late 2011: 63.5Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2012: 63.5Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, Late 2012: 74Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, Early 2013: 74Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, Late 2013: 71.8Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, 2014: 71.8Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, 2015: 74.9Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2016, 2x TB3 ports: 54.5Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2016, 4x TB3 ports: 49.2Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2017, 2x TB3 ports: 54.5Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2018, 4x TB3 ports: 58Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2019, 2x TB3 ports: 58.2Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2019, 4x TB3 ports: 58Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2020, 2x TB3 ports: 58.2Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2020, 4x TB3 ports: 58Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro (Intel) 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2009: 73Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2010: 77.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Early 2011: 77.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Late 2011: 77.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2012: 77.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, 2012: 95Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2 Retina, 2013: 95Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, 2014: 95Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Retina, 2015: 99.5Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2016: 76Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2017: 76Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2018: 83.6Wh 15-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2019: 83.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro (Intel) 16-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, 2019: 98.8Wh 17-inch MacBook Pro (Intel) 17-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Early 2009: 95Wh 17-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2009: 95Wh 17-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Mid 2010: 95Wh 17-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Early 2011: 95Wh 17-inch MacBook Pro, Intel, Late 2011: 95Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro (M-series) 13-inch MacBook Pro, M1: 58.2Wh 13-inch MacBook Pro, M2: 58.2Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro (M-series) 14-inch MacBook Pro, M1 Pro: 69.6Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M2 Pro: 69.6Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M2 Max: 69.6Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M3: 69.6Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Pro: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M4: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M5: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro: 72.4Wh 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max: 72.4Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro (M-series) 16-inch MacBook Pro M1 Pro: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M1 Max: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M2 Pro: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M2 Max: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Pro: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max: 99.6Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro: 100Wh 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max: 100Wh How much battery life does my MacBook have? Now that you know the numbers for your model, how does that Wh battery capacity play out in terms of real-life usage? Here are Apple’s claims for the running potential of its M-series MacBook Pro and Air batteries. All the MacBook Air models, whether with a 13-inch or 15-inch screen, M1, M2, M3, M4 or M5 chip, last the same amount of time, according to Apple. There is more variance with the Pro models, which range in screen size from 13 to 16 inches. 13-inch MacBook Neo (A-series) 13-inch MacBook Neo, A18 Pro: Up to 16 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 11 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Air (M-series) 13-inch MacBook Air, M1: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Air, M2: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Air, M3: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Air, M4: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Air, M5: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 15-inch MacBook Air (M-series) 15-inch MacBook Air, M2: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 15-inch MacBook Air, M3: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 15-inch MacBook Air, M4: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 15-inch MacBook Air, M4: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Pro (M-series) 13-inch MacBook Pro, M1: Up to 20 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 17 hours wireless web 13-inch MacBook Pro, M2: Up to 20 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 17 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro (M-series) 14-inch MacBook Pro, M1 Pro: Up to 17 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 11 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M2 Pro: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 12 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M2 Max: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 12 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M3: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Pro: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 12 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M4: Up to 24 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 16 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 14 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max: Up to 18 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 13 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M5: Up to 24 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 16 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 14 hours wireless web 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max: Up to 20 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 13 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro (M-series) 16-inch MacBook Pro M1 Pro: Up to 21 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 14 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M1 Max: Up to 21 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 14 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M2 Pro: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M2 Max: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Pro: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 15 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro: Up to 24 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 17 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Max: Up to 21 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 14 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro: Up to 24 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 17 hours wireless web 16-inch MacBook Pro M5 Max: Up to 22 hours Apple TV app movie playback; Up to 16 hours wireless web Does the MacBook Pro have a better battery than the MacBook Air? 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