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- Tuesday March 10
- 05:58 amNo New HomePod Mini and Apple TV Yet
Seven products have been revealed by Apple this week, from the MacBook Neo to the iPhone 17e. However, the HomePod Mini and the new Apple TV largely remain absent. Rumors about a new HomePod and Apple TV have been circulating since 2024. The company has decided to release newer products that will support the revamped […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:57 amMacBook ‘Neo’ Name Explained
The budget-friendly MacBook has been announced during the 3-day period of Apple showcasing new products. The majority of people expected that the budget-friendly device would just be named MacBook, but it has been named MacBook Neo. Apple has explained why they have decided to name it that. To sum it up, the company wanted something […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:56 am512GB RAM Option For Mac Studio Removed Without Notice
The spec configuration of the Mac Studio has been updated by Apple and has gone under the radar. The update eliminates the memory upgrade of 512GB, with the maximum possible memory being at 256GB. The Mac Studio has 36GB RAM, with upgrades in the past of up to 512GB. The price for the 256GB RAM […] The post appeared first on iLounge.05:26 amApp Store review taking unusually long – anyone else experiencing this?
Submitted an iOS app update to App Store review and it’s been sitting in "Ready For Review" status much longer than usual. Normally approvals take around a day or so, but this one has been pending for more than 4 days. Curious if others are seeing slower review times recently, or if this might indicate […]05:24 amTwilio and SendGrid Help Center AI Assistant Issues
Mar 9, 22:24 PDTResolved - Latency in responses with AI chatbots and contacting support has been resolved and AI chatbots in the Twilio and SendGrid Help Centers is operating normally at this timeMar 9, 21:22 PDTMonitoring - AI chatbots in the Twilio and SendGrid Help Centers are now operating normally. We will continue to monitor for system stability. We'll provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 21:21 PDTUpdate - AI chatbots in the Twilio and SendGrid Help Centers are now operating normally. We will continue to monitor for system stability. We'll provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 20:51 PDTIdentified - We have identified the issue and currently Twilio and SendGrid customers are experiencing elevated latency of ~1 minute to 2.5 minutes in responses with AI chatbots and contacting support. Our engineers are actively working to deploy the fix. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes availableMar 9, 20:13 PDTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate reports of Twilio and SendGrid customers experiencing issues with AI chatbots and contacting support. Our engineers are actively working to identify the root cause. We expect to provide another update in 4 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 18:07 PDTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate reports of Twilio and SendGrid customers experiencing issues with AI chatbots and contacting support. Our engineers are actively working to identify the root cause. We expect to provide another update in 2 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 17:10 PDTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate reports of Twilio and SendGrid customers experiencing issues with AI chatbots and contacting support. Our engineers are actively working to identify the root cause. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 16:40 PDTUpdate - We are continuing to investigate reports of Twilio and SendGrid customers experiencing issues with AI chatbots and contacting support. Our engineers are actively working to identify the root cause. We expect to provide another update in 30 minutes or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 16:25 PDTUpdate - Twilio and SendGrid customers may be experiencing issues interacting with AI chatbots in our Help Centers. Customers may not be able to speak with AI Chatbot in Twilio Help Center and SendGrid Help Center. Some customers may not be able to contact Twilio Support. Our engineers have been alerted and are investigating the root cause. We expect to provide another update in 15 minutes or as soon as more information becomes available.Mar 9, 15:54 PDTInvestigating - Our monitoring systems have detected a potential issue with AI chatbots in the Twilio and SendGrid Help Centers. Our engineers have been alerted and are investigating. We will provide an update when we have more details05:22 amSMS Delivery Delays from Twilio to Claro Colombia
Mar 9, 22:22 PDTInvestigating - Twilio customers may be experiencing SMS delivery delays from Twilio to Claro network subscribers in Colombia. Our team is actively investigating this issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.05:05 amRemove old business enrolment from personal Apple account?
This might be a long shot: has anyone managed to remove old business details from an Apple developer account? I have an Apple iCloud account that I was pushed to use to sign up for the Apple Developer portal by a business I worked for about a decade ago (which I understand is a poor […]03:33 amwhat are your thoughts on AI speaking with users in apps?
whether its chatbots, coaches, nutrition advice, therapeutic, etc. are these dangerous legal territories to enter? i keep going back and forth whether to incorporate something like this in my apps. i can do opt-in consents and a strict AI filter prompt, but with the right wording anyone can bypass any prompt and any reply is […]02:53 amApp Tracking Transparency still under fire from German publishers
German publishers hope that Apple will be hit with fines and forced to change App Tracking Transparency rules after an antitrust investigation. The feature allegedly favors Apple's apps.App Tracking TransparencyThe German Association of the Branded Goods Industry and various other groups are appealing to the German antitrust regulators. In December, the Bundeskartellamt, Germany's federal antitrust authority, announced a review of Apple's App Tracking Transparency features.According to a report from Reuters, the various German groups say Apple's proposed changes to App Tracking Transparency don't address the issues in the mobile advertising market. Apple had proposed more neutral language for its prompts and an easier process for developers requesting permission to use advertising data. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:23 amGRU (São Paulo) on 2026-03-10
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 10, 06:00 - 12:00 UTCMar 10, 02:09 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2026-03-10 between 06:00 and 12:00 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.02:10 amNew personalization element shipped to FlwKit
Hey everyone, quick update on FlwKit, the onboarding flow builder for mobile apps I’ve been building. Just shipped a new Personalization element that lets you simulate the “analyzing your responses / preparing your plan” step many apps use before showing results or a paywall. You can define multiple steps like: Analyzing your responses… Identifying patterns… […]01:14 amI just starting experimenting with native Swift development, is XCode usually this atrociously slow to use? It’s driving me insane, errors take a minute or two to appear in what is a very simple app. | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingI just starting experimenting with native Swift development, is XCode usually this atrociously slow to use? It’s driving me insane, errors take a minute or two to appear in what is a very simple app.
Compared to Android Studio, this IDE is barely functional. And don't get me started on "The compiler is unable to type-check this expression" error, it's like an IDE saying "there's an error in these 100 lines of code, figure it out yourself I'm out" submitted by /u/elfennani [link] [comments]12:54 amGerman publishers push regulators to fine Apple over App Tracking Transparency
German media agencies and publishers are urging the country’s antitrust watchdog to reject Apple’s proposed changes to App Tracking Transparency (ATT) and impose a fine on the company. Here are the details. more…12:23 amOTP (Bucharest) on 2026-03-10
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 10, 00:30 - 07:00 UTCMar 10, 00:06 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in OTP (Bucharest) datacenter on 2026-03-10 between 00:30 and 07:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.12:18 amChatGPT returns to the top of the App Store after DoD deal controversy
OpenAI’s recent contract with the U.S. Department of Defense sparked backlash from users, briefly pushing Claude to the top of the App Store. Here are the details. more…12:00 amHuion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) drawing tablet review: An excellent entry-level option
The third-generation Huion Kamvas serves as an excellent upgrade to digital artists moving to a pen display for the first time, without breaking the bank.Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) ReviewFor digital artists, it is a great time to be looking for hardware.As a professional cartoonist and cartographer working exclusively in the digital workspace for about two decades, pen display tablets are where I live with my work. As a result, I have used/tested many models, shapes, and sizes in my years. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our ForumsMonday March 0911:33 pmAnyone else getting this error when turning on Enable Enhanced Security in Xcode 26? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingAnyone else getting this error when turning on Enable Enhanced Security in Xcode 26?
It doesn't appear in a fresh target, but I'm having trouble narrowing down the issue. Gotta be related to some obscure project setting but none of the obvious ones are making any difference for me. submitted by /u/ThePantsThief [link] [comments]11:31 pmhow can i incorporate a company in turkey?
the government refunds upto $400K in ad spend each year so i want to take advantage of this. has anyone gone through the process? submitted by /u/AppropriateHamster [link] [comments]11:23 pmCan you realistically build and ship a complex app with AI if you barely know Swift? | Reddit on iOS ProgrammingCan you realistically build and ship a complex app with AI if you barely know Swift?
Not sure this is the right subreddit, but has anyone here tried building a fairly complex app with AI, like a real budgeting app, without having a background in software development and Swift/SwiftUI? My background is in physics. I’ve some experience with writing Python scripts for data analysis at university and 20 years ago a […]11:23 pmMUC (Munich) on 2026-03-09
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Mar 9, 23:30 UTC - Mar 10, 06:00 UTCMar 9, 23:01 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MUC (Munich) datacenter between 2026-03-09 23:30 and 2026-03-10 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.11:15 pmDUB (Dublin) on 2026-03-09
Mar 9, 23:15 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Mar 9, 23:06 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in DUB (Dublin) datacenter between 2026-03-09 23:15 and 2026-03-10 03:15 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.11:09 pmM5 Pro & M5 Max MacBook Pro review roundup: More of the same, at a higher price
Early reviews of the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models are here, and while the improved performance is good, nobody is a fan of the $200 price increase.Early reviews of the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro are here.The M5 Pro and M5 Max versions of the 14-inch MacBook Pro and 16-inch MacBook Pro were announced on March 3, offering better performance. The two laptops are spec bump upgrades, meaning there's effectively no other change, relative to the preceding M4 Pro and M4 Max models.As a result, most reviews of the new laptop configurations focus largely on the processing hardware, what it can do, and how it performs in various tasks, be they hardware-intensive or not. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:50 pmEverything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 4
Apple is continuing to test the iOS 26.4 beta, and the latest update is now available for developers and public beta testers. As testing goes on, there are fewer new features in each beta, but today’s release adds new emoji characters and a few other changes. New Emoji Apple added new emoji characters, including trombone, treasure chest, distorted face, hairy creature, fight cloud, orca, and landslide. There are also new skin tone modifiers people wrestling and dancers with bunny ears, as well as a gender neutral option for the ballet dancer emoji. Reduce Bright Effects Apple renamed the prior Reduce Highlighting Effects Accessibility setting to “Reduce Bright Effects,” and explained what it does. Apple says the feature "minimizes highlighting and flashing when interacting with onscreen elements, such as buttons or the keyboard. RCS Encrypted Messaging Apple has removed the RCS end-to-end encryption beta in the fourth beta of iOS 26.4 after testing it in the prior three betas. Apple already said that end-to-end encryption for RCS would not launch in the iOS 26.4 update, and would instead be introduced in the future. Apple tested end-to-end encryption for iPhone-to-iPhone RCS conversations, and iPhone-to-Android conversations. iMessage communications are already encrypted, but in a future iOS update, full implementation of RCS encryption will mean that iPhone-to-Android text message conversations have the same level of encryption. New Device Support iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 beta 4 are the first betas that are able to be installed on the new iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air. More New Features We have a list of all features found in prior betas in our iOS 26.4 feature guide.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:42 pmYou can now use Shazam directly from ChatGPT
Starting today, users can ask Shazam to identify a song without having to leave ChatGPT. Here’s how it works. more…10:14 pmi added voice transcription/dictation and realized its worse than built-in keyboard dictation? | Reddit on iOS Programmingi added voice transcription/dictation and realized its worse than built-in keyboard dictation?
i can show a UI for their voice as they speak, but other than that, its equal if not worse to apple dictation. i set it up because i thought putting a system in place would beat whatever dictation uses (which sucks). do you think its worth giving a voice UI or just ditch the […]10:02 pmApple's Shazam Music Recognition Now Available in ChatGPT
ChatGPT is now able to identify songs that are playing using Apple-owned music service Shazam. With a new Shazam integration, ChatGPT users can type in a question like "Shazam, what is this song?" to bring up a "Tap to Shazam" interface to get the title of a song. Shazam's full music recognition technology is available in ChatGPT, so users won't need to exit out of the app to identify a song and listen to an inline preview. Using Shazam in ChatGPT works the same way as Shazam on an Apple device. Shazam can be added to ChatGPT by opening up the ChatGPT settings, navigating to apps, and searching for Shazam. After installation, Shazam can be invoked by starting a request with "Shazam." Using Shazam in ChatGPT does not require the Shazam app to be installed, and the song recognition functionality can be used on any platform. With the Shazam app installed, songs identified using ChatGPT are added to the Shazam app library for later access. Shazam is rolling out in ChatGPT as of today.Tags: ChatGPT, ShazamThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums10:00 pmStudio Display XDR review roundup: Pro display hardware, with a few caveats
Early reviews of the $3299 Apple Studio Display XDR are here, and while they overwhelmingly praise the hardware, there are a few shared points of criticism.Early Apple Studio Display XDR reviews are here.The Apple Studio Display XDR debuted on March 3, replacing the Apple Pro Display XDR. Reviews of the new high-end external display began appearing on Monday, shortly after the iPhone maker lifted its embargo.Various publications were quick to higlight the 120Hz refresh rate support and the miniLED backlight of the Apple Studio Display XDR as positive attributes, but there was no shortage of criticism, either. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:57 pmThe iPhone 17e
Apple could have stopped with the addition of MagSafe alone, and the 17e would’ve been a successful year-over-year update over the 16e. But there’s even more.09:50 pmMacBook Neo Availability Continues to Tighten Ahead of Launch
If you want a MacBook Neo for delivery on Wednesday, March 11 launch day, but have yet to place an order, you might be out of luck. MacBook Neo pre-orders began March 4, and the initial delivery date was March 11. But now, Apple's online store in the U.S. shows that MacBook Neo orders placed today are estimated to be delivered between March 17 and March 31. Here are the estimated delivery dates for each configuration as of 5:45 p.m. Eastern Time: 256GB/Blush: March 24 — March 31 256GB/Citrus: March 17 — March 24 256GB/Indigo: March 17 — March 24 256GB/Silver: March 24 — March 31 512GB/Blush: March 24 — March 31 512GB/Citrus: March 24 — March 31 512GB/Indigo: March 24 — March 31 512GB/Silver: March 17 — March 24Fortunately, Apple Store pickup is still an option for some configurations on launch day. Without knowing how much supply there is for each configuration, it is hard to draw any conclusions from the delivery dates listed above, but it is clear that it is getting harder and harder to find a MacBook Neo for launch day. Given the laptop starts at just $599, or an even lower $499 for college students, that should not come as too much of a surprise.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:42 pmPages API and builds unavailable
Mar 9, 21:42 UTCMonitoring - We are continuing to work on a fix for this issue.Mar 9, 21:36 UTCUpdate - We are continuing to work on a fix for this issue.Mar 9, 21:35 UTCIdentified - Cloudflare is aware of and investigating an issue impacting the Cloudflare Pages API and Pages builds. Customers may be experiencing 5xx errors and builds may be failing to start or complete.We are working to understand and mitigate the impact09:38 pmHere’s how much a MacBook Neo repair will cost you
If you’re considering buying the new MacBook Neo, whether for yourself or a family member, it may be helpful to know how much repairs will cost. Here are the details. more…09:18 pmMacBook Pro Reviews: One 'Astonishing' Upgrade Beyond M5 Pro and M5 Max
The first reviews of the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max chips were published today by selected publications and YouTube channels, ahead of the laptops launching on Wednesday. In addition to the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, the new MacBook Pro models offer up to twice as fast SSD speeds compared to the previous generation, and storage now starts at 1TB. Battery life has increased slightly on all of the new models, and the N1 chip extends to the MacBook Pro now for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 support. Geekbench 6 benchmark results already surfaced for the M5 Pro and M5 Max last week. In line with Apple's advertised figures, the chips offer up to approximately 15% faster CPU performance and up to approximately 20% faster GPU performance compared to the previous-generation M4 Pro and M4 Max chips. Mac Model Multi-Core CPU Score MacBook Pro (M5 Pro and M5 Max)28,500 to 29,500 Mac Studio (M3 Ultra)27,726 MacBook Pro (M4 Max)25,702 MacBook Pro (M4 Pro)22,490 Mac Studio (M2 Ultra)21,410 MacBook Pro (M3 Max)20,960 Mac Studio (M1 Ultra)18,434 MacBook Air (M5)17,073 MacBook Pro (M3 Pro)15,260 MacBook Pro (M2 Max)14,740 MacBook Air (M4)14,731 MacBook Pro (M2 Pro)14,451 MacBook Pro (M1 Max)12,345 MacBook Pro (M1 Pro)12,345 MacBook Air (M3)12,020 MacBook Air (M2)9,709 MacBook Neo (A18 Pro)8,668 MacBook Air (M1)8,342 The Verge said the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max and a 4TB SSD sustained a 13.6 GB/s read speed and a 17.8 GB/s write speed, which is an 86% and 123% increase for read and write speeds respectively compared to the equivalent previous model. This is roughly in line with Apple advertising up to twice as fast SSD speeds. Tom's Guide's Tony Polanco said the 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Pro lasted an "astonishing" 21 hours and 10 minutes in a battery life test that involved "continuous web surfing over Wi-Fi with the laptop's display set to 150 nits of brightness." The previous M4 Pro model lasted 20 hours and 46 minutes in the same test. Additional reviews were published by CNET, Gizmodo, Macworld, and Six Colors, among others. Keep in mind that the MacBook Pro is rumored to receive a major redesign in either late 2026 or 2027. Key new features expected include an OLED display, a touch screen, a Dynamic Island, M6 Pro and M6 Max chips manufactured with TSMC's advanced 2nm process, a thinner design, and potentially even built-in cellular connectivity. However, it has been rumored that this might be a new highest-end model called the "MacBook Ultra." Video Reviews Related Roundup: MacBook ProBuyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums09:05 pmApple postpones smart home display launch due to LLM Siri delays
Apple has once again postponed the launch of its much-rumored smart home display (internally code-named J490), a screen-equipped device; The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:46 pmApple Studio Display XDR Reviews: 'Great Improvement' Over Pro Display XDR, Some Shortcomings Compared to OLED | MacRumorsApple Studio Display XDR Reviews: 'Great Improvement' Over Pro Display XDR, Some Shortcomings Compared to OLED
With the Studio Display and Studio Display XDR set to launch on Wednesday, members of the media have started publishing their reviews of the new display options. According to The Verge, the Studio Display is the same panel as the prior model, but with an upgraded camera, speakers, and ports. The brightness is the same, and there appear to be no other changes to the display quality. The Studio Display XDR is the much more exciting update, because it is a replacement for the $5,000 Pro Display XDR. The Verge says that the display is a "great improvement" over the prior model due to the mini-LED backlight, though at this cost, it's only ideal for pros because there are more affordable options for general use. Images and text are "crisp and clear," with minimal light bleed thanks to dimming control, though light bleed is worse than with OLED technology, and viewing angles aren't as wide. Presets are accurate, and the Studio Display XDR was able to maintain up to 2,000 nits peak brightness. It's "very bright at a normal desk sitting distance." The built-in speakers are loud enough for listening to music, watching videos, and taking calls, and the 12-megapixel camera provides clear video. YouTuber Marques Brownlee said the Studio Display XDR is "better in every single way" than the Pro Display XDR because it's brighter with improved contrast and less blooming, plus it has an extra Thunderbolt port. Since the Studio Display XDR has a 120Hz refresh rate, it pairs better with the MacBook Pro that has the same refresh rate. "This is about as good as it gets" for a display to use with a MacBook Pro. Brownlee said that Apple doesn't appear to be targeting professionals with the Studio Display XDR since it's a small market, with the display serving as more of a mixed use product. There are no displays to compare the Studio Display XDR with because no companies make 27-inch 5K mini-LED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. PetaPixel said the Studio Display XDR's build quality is "phenomenal," but the site wasn't a fan of the integrated power cable, the sharp edges on the stand, or the thick bezels around the display. The Studio Display XDR was color accurate across presets at all brightness levels, but the display was only able to get gamut coverage up to 86 percent with Adobe RGB profiles. PetaPixel also saw some "slightly higher than acceptable contrast deviation" at the upper right corner of the XDR, but most human eyes won't be able to see a difference. HDR content looked spectacular with no "stutter or judder" and limited haloing, but contrast and black levels did not measure up to OLED because mini-LED is still LED. PetaPixel pointed out that few companies are making displays that are super bright, HDR compatible, extremely color accurate, and with Thunderbolt 5 support. The closest match is the Asus ProArt OLED display. Other reviews are below: The Studio Display and Studio Display XDR launch on Wednesday. Pricing on the Studio Display starts at $1,599, while pricing on the Studio Display XDR starts at $3,299.Related Roundup: Studio DisplayTag: OLEDBuyer's Guide: Displays (Buy Now)Related Forum: Mac AccessoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums08:42 pmApple TV: Jeff Daniels joins upcoming fifth season of The Morning Show
This will mark the third collaboration between Apple TV and Daniels. Here are the details. more…08:37 pmMacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max reviews: Incredibly fast
Apple’s new MacBook Pros with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips arrive this Wednesday, and reviews for the latest models have just arrived. Here’s what reviewers are saying. more…08:26 pmApple delays ‘HomePad’ as Siri improvements fall further behind
Siri strikes again! Apple postpones 'Homepad' amid Siri delays as the iPhone giant still struggles to beef up the voice assistant with AI. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:25 pmCiti reiterates a Buy rating and a $315 price target on Apple stock
Amid surging memory prices, the global smartphone industry faces a challenging year ahead. However, Citi analysts believe Apple is better… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:22 pmApple launches Partner Discovery Tool to help businesses find resellers and consultants | 9 to 5 MacApple launches Partner Discovery Tool to help businesses find resellers and consultants
The Apple Partner Discovery Tool will help businesses and governments find authorized resellers and technical partners to support device purchasing, deployment, and IT management. Here are the details. more…08:15 pmFirst Apple Studio Display XDR unboxing videos and reviews arrive ahead of release
Last week, Apple announced two new desktop monitors: the updated Studio Display, and the all-new Studio Display XDR. Now the first unboxing videos and reviews have arrived ahead of release day on Wednesday. more…08:00 pmTesting Apple's 2026 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max, and its new “performance” cores
M5 Pro Max's "performance" CPU cores definitely aren't just rebranded E-cores.08:00 pm16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max) review: Ultra speed with shocking reads
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Outstanding overall speed Drastic SSD speed improvement Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6 upgrades Cons No cellular connectivity option Incremental CPU improvement over M4 Max Higher starting prices Our Verdict If you want Apple’s best laptop and money is no object, it’s the M5 Max MacBook Pro. It’s fast, it has a great-looking display, and it features a distinguished design. The boosted SSD speed is an excellent improvement that power users will appreciate and take advantage of. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$3,899 Best Prices Today: Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max, 2026) Retailer Price $3899 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket The MacBook Pro with the M-series Max chip is the company’s fastest laptop. The price is premium, but performance matches: desktop-like speed for mobile users who need it most. Apple has released the M5 Max MacBook Pro, and it offers incremental performance updates over the M4 Max it replaces. If “incremental” leaves you disappointed, don’t be, because the M4 Max was an extremely fast chip, so it continues to get better with the M5 Max. There is one aspect of the new laptop that sees a drastic improvement: the SSD. The significantly increased SSD speed means certain workflows will see much faster data access and file transfers, providing noticeable benefits—even if you already have an M4 Max. M5 Max MacBook Pro: Our model’s specifications This review looks at a model made for the most demanding user. It’s a nearly maxed-out model that you’ll pay top dollar for. Here are the specifications of the laptop in this review: CPU: M5 Max with an 18-core CPU (6 super cores, 12 performance cores); 16-core Neural Engine GPU: 40 cores Memory: 128GB unified memory Storage: 4TB SSD Display: 16.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR; 3456-by-2234 native resolution at 254 pixels per inch; 1000 nits sustained XDR brightness, 1600 nits peak (HDR content only); 1000 nits SDR brightness; 1 billion colors; P3 color gamut; True Tone; Nano-texture glass Ports: 3 Thunderbolt 5/USB-C; MagSafe 3; SDXC Card slot; HDMI; 3.5mm audio Networking: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be); Bluetooth 6; Thread Input devices: Magic Keyboard with Touch ID; Magic Trackpad Weight: 4.7 pounds (2.15 kg) Dimensions: 0.66 x 14.01 x 9.22 inches (1.68 x 35.57 x 24.81 cm) Price (as tested): $6,149/£6,149 The MacBook Pro is available in Space Black (pictured) and Silver.Foundry M5 Max MacBook Pro: Performance The chip upgrade is the focus of this MacBook Pro release cycle. The base M5 MacBook Pro made its debut months ago, which gave us an idea of what to expect with the higher-level chips. Overall, it’s an incremental performance update, so the results reflect that. Geekbench 607:59 pmiOS 26.4’s new setting lets you disable another Liquid Glass effect
iOS 26.4 beta 4 arrived today, and with it a new ’Reduce Bright Effects’ setting that lets you disable various flashing elements common in Liquid Glass. more…07:57 pm'Apple: The First 50 Years' Book Available Tomorrow
Tech columnist David Pogue's new book Apple: The First 50 Years will be available in hardcover and digital formats starting this Tuesday, March 10. 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 today. 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 forums07:57 pmmacOS 26.4 beta 4 lets everyone use the colorful MacBook Neo wallpapers
Wallpapers created for the all-new MacBook Neo have now been made available to all macOS Tahoe users, as of macOS 26.4 beta 4.MacBook Neo wallpapers are now available for all Macs, as of macOS 26.4 beta 4.On March 4, Apple announced the MacBook Neo, a colorful budget-oriented laptop, powered by an iPhone chip. The low-end Mac is available in four bright color options — Blush, Citrus, Indigo, and Silver, each with a matching wallpaper.The MacBook Neo ships with a special build of macOS 26.3, AppleInsider as predicted. All other Macs will need macOS 26.4 beta 4 to get the wallpapers made for the machine. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:51 pmApple's smart home hub delayed again because mondernizing Siri is hard
Apple's smart home hub was going to arrive in the spring, but the continued wait for the updated Siri has forced another delay to the end of 2026.An artist's rendition of the Home Hub - Image Credit: AppleInsiderOn March 5, a leaker claimed that Apple's smart home device, which we refer to as Home Hub, was doing to launch in late 2026. A new report on Monday has corroborated that rumor, pushing back the plan to update Apple Home to later in the year.In Monday's post to Bloomberg, Mark Gurman is informed by people with knowledge of the matter that there's a delay affecting the smart home display. That delay is caused by Siri. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:45 pmAdd more ports to the MacBook Neo with these docking stations
The MacBook Neo keeps things simple with just a couple of ports, which means most desk setups will need a USB-C dock. Here are some of the best MacBook Neo docking stations to expand ports, connect external displays, and power your laptop from a single cable.MacBook Neo portsApple's budget-focused notebook is built around portability and minimalism, but that approach limits how many accessories you can connect at once. Add a monitor, external storage, or wired networking, and the available ports disappear fast.A USB-C docking station is a great solution for turning a single connection into a full workstation hub. You can choose from compact travel docks to full desktop stations that offer multiple display outputs, extra USB ports, Ethernet, and charging support. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums07:43 pmNew Apple TV 4K and HomePod Likely Won't Launch Until New Siri is Ready
Apple has a new version of the HomePod and a new Apple TV 4K ready to go, but the devices may be tied to the Siri update that's been continually postponed, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In a report on a planned September launch for new Siri capabilities and the home hub that's reliant on the revamped version of Siri, Gurman says the updated Apple TV and HomePod are both linked to "new artificial intelligence features." We've been hearing rumors about a new HomePod mini and a refreshed Apple TV 4K since 2024. Gurman said several times in 2025 that Apple was aiming for a launch before the end of the year, but no new Apple TV or HomePod materialized. We also didn't hear a word about the devices at Apple's early 2026 launch event last week, which saw the introduction of the iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo, and more. At this point, it seems like Apple may not introduce the new Apple TV 4K and HomePod until the new version of Siri is ready. Apple was planning to debut the Apple Intelligence version of Siri in iOS 26.4, but the revamp has been pushed back because Siri still isn't working reliably. Apple is now aiming to launch all of the new Siri features in iOS 27 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, though it's possible we could see some of the capabilities before September as part of an iOS 26.5 update. Gurman's wording today mentions a "HomePod" rather than a HomePod mini specifically, but in past reports, he has claimed that Apple has a new version of the HomePod mini ready to go. It's not clear if the larger HomePod is also getting refreshed, or if Apple is only planning to update its smaller speaker. The Apple TV 4K hasn't been refreshed since 2022. Rumors suggest that it will get an A17 Pro chip and Apple's N1 networking chip, but no major design updates. The A17 Pro chip is capable of supporting Apple Intelligence features, and it was previously used in the iPhone 15 Pro and iPad mini. The HomePod mini is expected to get a newer Apple Watch chip and it could also adopt the N1 and an updated UWB chip.Related Roundups: Apple TV, HomePod, HomePod miniTag: SiriBuyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), HomePod (Neutral), HomePod Mini (Don't Buy)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, HomePod, HomeKit, CarPlay, Home & Auto TechnologyThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:17 pmApple's Smart Home Hub Won't Launch Until September as Siri Remains Unfinished
Apple is postponing the launch of its planned smart home hub until September 2026, reports Bloomberg. Apple has pushed back the debut of the home hub multiple times due to ongoing issues with the revamped version of Siri. The hub has a heavy AI focus and it is tied to the more intelligent Siri that Apple has in the works. Prior to realizing the Apple Intelligence version of Siri would not be ready until 2026, Apple planned to launch the home hub in spring 2025. After it became clear Siri would need to be delayed, Apple then aimed for a spring 2026 launch for the home hub because it planned to release Siri in iOS 26.4. Siri is not present in the iOS 26.4 beta because the new version is still not ready, so Apple is now going to hold the home hub until September. Apple is reportedly experiencing issues with Siri accuracy and it hasn't managed to get all of the promised Siri features working reliably. A September launch timeline suggests we are not going to see new Siri capabilities until iOS 27, as September is when iOS 27 will come out. Apple has promised that the new version of Siri will launch in 2026, and as long as it debuts before December, Apple won't miss the timeline that it gave to the public. The smart home hub has apparently been finished and ready to launch for several months, but it can't be released without the Siri update. The device is similar in design to an iPad, but with a 7-inch square display. It can be attached to a wall or used with a speaker base, and there is a camera for facial recognition. The hub can tell when people are in the room and when someone walks up to it, and it will offer content specific to each person in the home. Apple designed it to be an AI hub for controlling smart home products, making calls, viewing apps like Calendar and Reminders, and much more. It is meant to be similar to the Amazon Echo Show, which is an Alexa-enabled speaker with a display. Apple's home hub does not include its own App Store, but it does run Apple apps. It will feature round app icons that are arranged similarly to apps on the Apple Watch, and it will run a version of tvOS 27. Apple first showed off the new version of Siri in June 2024, and planned to launch the features in iOS 18.4. Siri capabilities include personalization, onscreen awareness, and the ability for Siri to do more in and between apps, as well as image generation using Image Playground and a web search feature that summarizes information from web results. The Apple Intelligence Siri updates were meant to be followed by an iOS 27 update that turns Siri into a ChatGPT-style chatbot, but now it seems like all of the new features could come at once in iOS 27. Apple is planning to revamp Siri to make it look and feel more like a chatbot.Tags: Apple Command Center, SiriThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums07:10 pmiPadOS 26.4 adds convenient new feature for iPad power users
iPadOS 26 introduced a brand new windowing system for apps, and iPadOS 26.4 adds a key enhancement that multi-window power users should appreciate. more…07:04 pmApple reportedly targeting smart home display release around iOS 27
Apple has been developing a smart home display for years, but the product relies the promised Siri upgrade to ship first. A new report corroborates a recent leak that claims Apple is targeting a smart home display release around iOS 27. more…06:57 pmMagSafe Monday: LISEN Qi2 3-in-1 is the “one ring” of desk chargers
I like a simple desk setup. The LISEN Qi2 3-in-1 charging station might be the one charger to rule them all if you feel the same. With Qi2 standard support for up to 15-watt fast charging and an Apple-inspired design, it is a perfect companion for anyone all in on MagSafe charging. This is what makes it a great purchase and how it fits nicely with the existing Apple setup. more…06:51 pmMacBook Neo Wallpapers Now Available for All Macs in macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta
The colorful new wallpapers that Apple introduced with the MacBook Neo are available for all Macs in the fourth beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4 that came out for developers today. Featuring bubble-style lines with colorful gradients, the wallpapers come in Mac Purple, Mac Blue, Mac Pink, and Mac Yellow. The design and the colors spell out the word "Mac." Beta testers can use the new wallpapers by opening up the System Settings app, going to the Wallpaper option, and scrolling down to the Pictures section. Apple typically makes all of the wallpapers that it designs for Mac marketing images available to all Macs, so the new Neo wallpapers join wallpapers created for the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, and other machines. Today's macOS Tahoe 26.4 update also adds new emoji characters, like trombone, treasure chest, distorted face, hairy creature, fight cloud, orca, and landslide. The fourth beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4 is limited to developers, but it should soon be released for public beta testers as well. The update is expected to launch this spring.Related Roundups: MacBook Neo, macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums06:39 pmEmerging Issue – Compute Hosts – IAD (Washington, DC)
Mar 9, 18:39 UTCInvestigating - Our team is investigating an emerging service issue affecting compute hosts in IAD (Washington, DC). We will share additional updates as we have more information.06:35 pmBigfoot, Orca, a Trombone, and five more new emoji are here with iOS 26.4 beta 4
The fourth developer beta of iOS 26.4 delivers eight new emoji characters, including a treasure chest, a distorted face, and more. Here's what's new.iOS 26.4 beta 4 offers several new emoji characters.On Monday, a week after the release of iOS 26.4 developer beta 3, Apple unveiled the fourth developer-focused beta of iOS 26.4.Among other changes, the beta iOS update introduces a new set of fun emoji characters, first previewed in July 2025 with Unicode 17. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:33 pmWoz reflects on Apple’s journey from garage to global giant at 50
As Apple approaches its 50th anniversary on April 1, 2026, co-founder Steve Wozniak has offered a characteristically humble and insightful… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:05 pmmacOS 26.4 adds MacBook Neo wallpapers for everyone
You don’t have to buy a MacBook Neo to run those cool new Apple wallpapers. macOS 26.4 adds the marketing wallpapers first introduced with Apple’s new $599 laptop. more…06:02 pmThe iPad deals keep coming: Now you can get a 5G iPad Air for $699
Macworld There’s a new iPad Air around, but the upgrade isn’t all that worth it, especially since you can get the M3 version on sale. The 11-inch iPad Air M3 is now down to $699, a savings of $150 and the lowest price we’ve ever seen. It might have Apple’s older M3 chip, but this iPad Air still delivers just the right level of performance. In our review, we gave the tablet a 4-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, finding that it has a great display, fantastic battery life, and an excellent build. The M3 is more than enough for creative projects, demanding tasks, and all the games you’ll want to waste time on. The iPad Air hasn’t changed much in several generations, but that doesn’t mean it’s not great. It’s got a gorgeous 11-inch Liquid Retina display that is brilliant in any lighting situation and provides an expansive canvas for streaming content, drawing, or playing. The 512GB of storage gives you more than enough space for all the apps you’ll want to install, and the included 5G modem will keep you covered anywhere you go. Grab the iPad Air M3 for its best price yet before this deal vanishes into thin air. Buy now at Amazon06:01 pmIs review time longer for apps going into pre-order?
I submitted my first app for pre-order on Feb 27. I had to fix a couple of issues during the review process, and each time it took 2-3 days between resubmission and the next review. My latest fix was submitted 4 days ago and I haven't heard back yet. The app is set to launch […]05:53 pmUnite Pro 1.0
Complete rewrite of the site-specific browser that turns websites into full-featured apps. ($39.99 new, free update, 33.9 MB, macOS 15+)05:46 pm‘Refreshed’ colors reportedly coming to the iMac this year
Macworld Apple unveiled a flurry of new products last week sporting a few new colors, including a pink iPhone 17e and a citrus-flavored MacBook Neo. Those hoping to see a colorful new Mac desktop, however, will have to wait until later in the year. But it looks like iMac fans are in for a treat. “The 2026 Mac lineup is taking shape,” writes Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman in the latest edition of his Power On newsletter. “Up next are upgraded Mac Studios (I expect these around the middle of the year), and then iMacs and Mac minis. I am told the pending iMac update will include a refreshed color palette.” This isn’t a trivial matter, given that color has been a major part of the 24-inch iMac’s appeal since it first launched in 2021. The original M1 model came in far more, and far more vibrant, finishes than was customary for Macs of its era, or indeed any desktop computers: blue, green, pink, silver, yellow, orange, and purple. It was a hit, and our review described it as a “beautiful rainbow” and praised it for evoking the whimsy of the G3. These seven options have remained the same, at least in name, ever since. They stayed exactly the same when the device was updated with the M3 chip in 2023, and in 2024 they were merely tweaked: green got a bit lighter, pink got a bit pinker, yellow got a lot paler, and so on. It’s probably fair to say that the colors no longer feel quite as bold as they did five years ago. Gurman’s claim is the briefest of throwaway comments in a newsletter that mostly focuses on other areas of Apple’s product roadmap, and offers little further detail. Indeed, it’s possible that we will get only the same “refresh” we got in 2024: the same colors, interpreted slightly differently. Imagine an iMac in this color.Michael Simon/Foundry Following the seemingly successful launch of the MacBook Neo, however, there’s reason to hope for more. Apple has really leaned into the Neo’s color palette, which offers fewer options than the iMac but is arguably braver–and more modern–in its choices. Several of these colors have been celebrated in a series of bizarre videos from Apple’s official TikTok channel. So could we see the iMac in the MacBook Neo’s characterful, if divisive, yellow-green Citrus finish? Perhaps… although we’d imagine that customers are less prone to take aesthetic risks with a device which costs $1,299 than they would with one which costs $599. Either way, we should find out later this year.05:31 pmLatest iOS 26.4 Beta Adds New Emoji Characters
The fourth iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4 betas that Apple provided to developers today introduce nine new emoji characters. Trombone Treasure Chest Distorted Face Hairy Creature (aka Bigfoot or Sasquatch) Fight Cloud Orca Landslide There are also new skin tone modifiers people wrestling and dancers with bunny ears, as well as a gender neutral option for the ballet dancer emoji. The emoji characters are part of the Unicode 17 update that the Unicode Consortium previewed in fall 2025. It often takes Apple several months to implement new emoji characters because new art needs to be drawn for each one. Updated emoji are often added to Apple devices in the spring, typically in .4 software updates. Apple last added new emoji characters in iOS 18.4, introducing bags under eyes face, fingerprint, leafless tree, root vegetable, harp, shovel, and splatter. Next year, in iOS 27, we could get a squinting face emoji, a monarch butterfly, left- and right-pointing thumb gestures, a pickle, a lighthouse, a meteor, an eraser, a net with a handle.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:30 pmFourth iOS 26.4, macOS 26.4 developer betas arrive for testing
Apple's fourth round of developer betas has arrived, with builds of iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4 now available for testing.Apple's hardware that works with the 26-generation operating systems - Image Credit: AppleThe fourth developer betas for iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 arrive after the third, which landed on March 2 for most, March 3 for macOS. The second round appeared on February 23, and the first round arrived on February 16.iOS 26.4 build 4 is 23E5234a, replacing 23E5223f Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:26 pmiOS 26.4 adds new emoji to your iPhone, here’s what’s coming
iOS 26.4 beta 4 rolled out today for developers, and it includes a number of brand new emoji for iPhone users. Here are all the new emoji coming with iOS 26.4. more…05:13 pmApple Releases Fourth watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Betas
Apple today provided developers with the fourth betas of upcoming watchOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 betas for testing purposes. The software comes a week after Apple released the third betas. The software updates are available through the Settings app on each device, and because these are developer betas, a free developer account is required. watchOS 26.4 adds a new Average Bedtime metric to the sleep features that sync to the health app, so you can better keep an eye on how bedtime impacts overall sleep quality. tvOS 26.4 eliminates the iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps on the Apple TV. These apps haven't worked for some time and have directed users to the Apple TV app for purchases, but Apple is finally phasing them out entirely. Apple also added a Continuous Audio Connection option for HDMI output. visionOS 26.4 includes support for foveated streaming for apps and games. Foveated streaming allows video to be streamed to the precise area where a user is looking, and peripheral areas are compressed. It allows for higher visual quality and lower latency. Related Roundups: Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, watchOS 26Buyer's Guide: Apple TV (Don't Buy), Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forums: Apple TV and Home Theater, Apple Vision Pro, Apple WatchThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:12 pmmacOS 26.4 beta 4 now available, here’s what’s coming
Apple is rolling out macOS 26.4 developer beta 4, ahead of the official release. Here’s what to expect. more…05:12 pmApple releases beta 4 for iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and more
Apple has released new beta software updates today, including developer beta 4 for iPadOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and more. more…05:10 pmFourth macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple today provided the fourth beta of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.4 update to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming a week after Apple seeded the third beta. Developers can download the macOS Tahoe 26.4 update by opening up the System Settings app, selecting the General category, and then choosing Software Update. Beta Updates will need to be enabled, and a free developer account is required. macOS Tahoe 26.4 adds a new Charge Limit feature so Mac users can select a maximum charge level that ranges from 80 to 100 percent. Apple also brought back the Compact tab layout in Safari for those who missed the option in earlier versions of macOS Tahoe. Apple silicon Macs who are running apps that still rely on Rosetta will see warnings about the upcoming end of support for Rosetta. After macOS Tahoe 27, Apple will phase out Rosetta support, and all apps will need to be updated before that time. macOS Tahoe 26.4 will be released to the public in the spring after several weeks of beta testing.Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:10 pmApple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers
Apple today seeded the fourth betas of upcoming iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after Apple provided the third betas to developers. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 add multiple new features to the iPhone and the iPad. A Playlist Playground feature in Apple Music lets you generate songs for any idea, mood, emotion, or activity using a text-based prompt. There's also a Concerts Near You feature for finding local shows, and a redesigned look for albums and playlists with full-page artwork. Apple Podcasts is getting native video podcasting capabilities that will make it easier to create, distribute, and monetize video podcast content through the Podcasts app. Video episodes will integrate with existing Apple podcasts features, like personalized recommendations and editorial suggestions. Apple is testing end-to-end encryption for RCS, which will eventually bring full encryption to text conversations between Android and iPhone users. Apple is testing RCS with iPhone-to-iPhone conversations and iPhone-to-Android conversations. Stolen Device Protection is enabled by default, there's a new ambient music widget, new average bedtime metrics in the sleep app, and plenty more. All of the features in iOS 26.4 can be found in our iOS 26.4 beta features guide.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums05:09 pmApple releases iOS 26.4 beta 4 for iPhone with upcoming features
iOS 26.4 beta 4 is now available. The update comes after Apple released two versions of the third developer beta version. iOS 26.4 includes a number of exciting new features and changes, including AI-powered Apple Music updates. more…05:08 pmiPhone 18e production is on time, leak predictably claims
Barely a week after the introduction of the iPhone 17e, rumors are already spreading about the iPhone 18e. The cycle begins again.iPhone 17eThe Apple rumor mill is always looking toward the future, and often speculates on the next update just as everyone recovers from Apple's latest launches. As expected, this has already happened for the iPhone 18e.In a post to Weibo on Saturday by leaker Fixed Focus Digital, Apple is already working on the iPhone 18e. This is apparently "confirmed" by the leaker, and according to an automated translation of the post, the iPhone 18e is "finalized," whatever that means. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:06 pmApple Fellow Phil Schiller set for first big retrospective interview in years at SXSW
Apple Fellow Phil Schiller will be the subject of an upcoming interview at SXSW in Austin, Texas, next week. Schiller will be interviewed by David Pogue, author of the new book Apple: The First 50 Years, on March 18, at 2:30 p.m. central: more…04:54 pmSteve Jobs would have loved MacBook Neo
Macworld On the face of it, it might seem that Apple’s new MacBook Neo is a chronically underpowered device. After all, it runs on an A18 Pro chip that was originally designed for mobile phones, not for computers, so you might reasonably feel that it’ll struggle to be up to the task when it comes to MacBook usage. The thing is, if the chip were made by anyone other than Apple, you might be right. But Apple’s chips are so efficient that using a mobile processor in a laptop almost certainly presents no problem at all to the majority of users. Once you take a closer look at the MacBook Neo, it quickly becomes apparent why it isn’t like any other $599 laptop on the market. It may be cheap in price, but it’s not lacking much in terms of quality. And it’s precisely why Apple didn’t make one until now. The power of Apple silicon Let’s address the elephant in the room: performance. Because after all, it would be easy to conclude that Apple is ripping users off by stuffing a mobile chip inside a laptop. But that’s not what’s happening here. Unlike 2015’s 12-inch laptop, which was driven by a rather weak Intel Core M mobile processor, the MacBook Neo has far more power at hand. Indeed, all of Apple’s mobile chips are made using the same architecture as the company’s Mac chips – a distinction you won’t find anywhere else. The A18 Pro was first found in Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max phones and quickly established itself as one of the best mobile chips available. For example, in our testing, the A18 Pro scored 3319 in Geekbench 6’s CPU benchmark. That was about 15 percent higher than the A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro range and, as our reviewer said at the time, it “crushes every other smartphone on the market.” The MacBook Neo has the same chip that powered an iPhone just two years ago.Kris Wallburg Now compare that to Apple’s desktop chips. As per our own testing, the A18 Pro sits somewhere between the M3 and M4 for single-core performance. Yes, you read that right: our reviews scored the M3 at 3144 and the M4 at 3724 in Geekbench 6, putting the A18 Pro right in the middle. And let’s not forget that, like the MacBook Neo, that same M3 MacBook Air started with 8GB of memory at the time, but with a much pricier $1,099. In other words, the MacBook Neo brings better single-core performance than the M3 MacBook Air for almost half the price. That’s a pretty incredible achievement for a mobile chip. Far from a rip off, its $599 price tag looks increasingly like a superb bargain. What about multi-core benchmarks? Here, the A18 Pro falls a little behind Apple’s other chips. It’s about the same as the M1, but multi-core performance isn’t the target market here. Users who need something for demanding multi-core tasks – things like video rendering and dataset crunching – then you won’t be looking at the MacBook Neo anyway. That’s more the MacBook Pro’s territory, which will add $1,000 or more to the price. If you’re looking at $599 laptops rather than those costing $999 like the MacBook Air, chances are your demands are modest. For the people interested in it, the MacBook Neo’s performance will be more than enough. The right sacrifices People often forget that one of Steve Jobs’ motivating principles was to combine great tech with attainable prices. The idea of Apple being a luxury company has clouded people’s visions, and while there is some truth to it, it’s never been completely correct. The iMac G3, for example, was shockingly affordable versus what you got from comparable PC setups, and a big reason it helped to shake up the industry in the way it did. The original G3 iMac was a similarly affordable PC.Jason Snell But Steve Jobs also felt that “we just can’t ship junk,” as a video from 2007 recently highlighted by Daring Fireball’s John Gruber attests. That means any sacrifices have to be worth it and cannot compromise the overall quality of the product. Until chips like the A18 Pro came along, that wasn’t always possible in terms of performance. Intel’s mobile chips – most notably those in the 12-inch MacBook – simply didn’t cut it. When you look at what has been left out of the MacBook Neo, in most cases the losses are worth it in order to bring the price down without Apple having to “ship junk.” For instance, the MacBook Neo can only be equipped with 8GB of RAM, demonstrably less than what you get with any other MacBook. But it’s worth remembering that Apple’s chips use a unified memory architecture that allows the CPU and GPU to draw from the same memory pool. While it’s not the same as having 16GB or more, it means that performance is a lot snappier than a Windows equivalent with 8GB or even 16GB of standalone RAM. Critics might point to the MacBook Neo’s battery life, too, which is the lowest of any current MacBook. But can we really say that 16 hours of juice is a reason to avoid the device when many Windows laptops at this price point struggle to hit half of that? You’ll also notice that the Neo is missing a 12MP Center Stage webcam, but it still has a 1080p resolution, which is fine for calls. And other nice-to-have features are absent, such as a backlit keyboard and a True Tone display. I’m OK with that, though, given the rock-bottom price Apple has managed to give the device. MacBook Neo has obvious sacrifices, but it doesn’t skimp on quality.Michael Simon / Foundry The only sacrifice that I think could sting is the 512GB limit on storage capacity. That might be painful for some users, but it’s not like the Neo’s target audience is going to be saving large language models and 8K video projects to their SSDs. A 1TB option would have been ideal, but you can’t have it all. Here, it’s useful to return to 2015’s 12-inch MacBook, which was another Apple laptop that was full of sacrifices. Yet while it might appear similar to the Neo on the surface, unlike the 12-inch MacBook, the MacBook Neo is not a futuristic device being used to test new technologies like USB-C or the butterfly keyboard for early adopters. Instead, it’s fundamentally designed for the entry-level market. That’s reflected in the price. The 12-inch MacBook was stripped back and compromised in many, many ways, but it still cost $1,299. At $599, the MacBook Neo, on the other hand, will set you back less than half of that. Priced like that, missing features become a little more acceptable. And chances are, most people who want a MacBook Neo won’t miss them anyway. Affordable but not cheap In the days since the MacBook Neo was announced, social media has been full of disgruntled detractors claiming that the device is either underpowered garbage or that it is detracting from “the Apple way.” Neither position is correct. Apple’s thinking – as expressed in the video I highlighted earlier – shows that the MacBook Neo is very much in keeping with Steve Jobs’ desire to make quality technology affordable. If it feels out of step for Apple, that’s just because the company has been reluctant to sell products that are cheap in quality. But when Apple is able to create something affordable that doesn’t compromise on quality, it will do that, as the MacBook Neo attests. In reality, the MacBook Neo is very much in keeping with Apple’s traditions dating back to the days of Steve Jobs. Ultimately, I think he’d very much approve of it. And I’m willing to bet that a huge number of Apple’s customers – and Windows switchers – will as well.04:53 pmHKG (Hong Kong) on 2026-03-09
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Macworld Best iPhone 17, Pro, Max and Air deals: Updated March 9, 2026 In the U.S. you can get some savings on unlocked iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max at Apple’s Refurbished store. See below for the best carrier deals on the newer iPhones. U.K. shoppers can get discounts on the current generation of iPhones, with savings to be had on the iPhone Air: iPhone Air 256GB: £200 off at Amazon U.K. In September 2025 Apple launched the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and the iPhone Air. Then, in March 2026, the iPhone 17e joined the line up. If you’re scouting out ways to buy any of those iPhone models, we have your back. Whether it’s directly from Apple, from your go-to retailer, or your carrier, there are loads of options to get yourself a new phone. You don’t have to buy the iPhone 17, 17e, 17 Pro, or Pro Max, or the iPhone Air, directly from Apple, all the major carriers will offer you one on contract. One of the benefits of not buying from Apple is that you can take advantage of special promotions and deals offered by popular retailers and carriers. And, if you are shopping from the U.K., resellers, including Amazon, will sell you an unlocked iPhone at a good discount. If you aren’t sure which new iPhone to buy, we compare every iPhone in a separate article. You can also find deals on other iPhones here: Best iPhone Deals. Best iPhone 17 deals in the U.S. – How to get the best iPhone prices in the U.S. If you are based in the U.S., the best deals for a new iPhone tend to be from the big U.S. carriers, such as AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile. In the U.S. an unlocked iPhone 17 has a starting price of $829 at Apple, but you can get up to $700 off with a trade-in (though most people will get around $400). You will also get an extra $30 discount if you activate the phone with one of the available carriers — AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon. All in all, you’ll save hundreds on the price as long as you have a new-ish phone to trade in. One of the easiest ways to get the new iPhone is directly from your carrier. AT&T: You can get up to $830 off the iPhone 17 when you trade in an eligible iPhone. The savings transform into monthly credits on your bill for the next 36 months. T-Mobile: The carrier offers iPhone 17 models for free when you switch to T-Mobile and add a line on the Experience plans. The money transforms into bill credits spread over the next 24 months. T-Mobile is offering $1,100 off an iPhone Air or 17 Pro Max. Verizon: Save up to $1,099 with a trade-in and a new line. This offer is only available online. U.S. Cellular: You can get $999 off an iPhone Air at U.S. Cellular. Xfinity Mobile: If you trade in a qualifying phone you can get up to $830 off a new iPhone 17 series model. Boost Mobile: You can get $850 off the price of the iPhone 17 with Boost’s $65 per month plan. You can also get your phone from one of the big retailers, though they might not have all of the same color and capacity options as the Apple Store: Walmart: Prices start at $849 with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon activation. Best Buy: Prices start at $830 with AT&T or Verizon activation. Up to $375 in trade-in. Best iPhone 17 deals in the U.K. It’s a different story in the U.K. where there are fewer limitations on the sale of iPhones, so you will be able to pick one up unlocked at a discount if you would prefer to buy an iPhone up front, rather than on a contract. The deals tend to be on the older iPhones: we’re seeing the iPhone 16e for £499 at Amazon, for example. You can pick up an unlocked iPhone Air from Amazon for £200 off: Amazon, iPhone Air 256GB: £799 (£200 off, RRP £999) In the U.K. you can find iPhone deals at the following carriers: Mobiles.co.uk O2 Vodafone Three Virgin Mobile EE Sky Mobile Carphone Warehouse Best prices for iPhone 17e iPhone 17e, 256GB, from $599/£599 Retailer Price $599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best prices for iPhone 17 iPhone 17, 256GB, from $799/£799 Retailer Price Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17, 512GB, from $999/£999 Apple iPhone 17 (512GB) Price When Reviewed: $999 Best prices for iPhone Air The iPhone Air, while technically not part of the iPhone 17 family, is Apple’s thinnest phone ever. With a 6.5-inch display and just 5.6mm thick, this iPhone Air is a technical marvel, with an A19 Pro processor, 18MP Center Stage selfie camera, and 48MP Fusion camera that can capture 4K video at 60fps. There are some sacrifices, such as less battery life and a single camera, but if you want the latest “wow” phone, this is the one to get Prices for the iPhone Air start at $999 for the 256GB version, and it goes as high as $1,399 for the 1TB model. Apple offers up to $700 off with a trade-in, and you can activate your phone straight away with AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon, although there’s no activation discount at all. There’s no extra discount if you activate your phone with one of the available carriers (AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon) straight away, so it doesn’t matter if you choose to connect to one at a later time. All this could bring the price of the iPhone Air down to $299. iPhone Air, 256GB, from $999/£999 Retailer Price $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone Air, 512GB, from $999/£999 Apple iPhone Air (512GB) Price When Reviewed: $1199 Best Prices Today: $1999 at Apple Best prices for iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max have a new aluminum-and-glass design and deliver a “dramatic leap in performance” with the A19 Pro chip and vapor-cooled thermal management. They’ve also got three 48MP rear cameras, including an 8X optical-quality telephoto lens. For real iPhone pros, this is the best phone yet. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are a bit pricier, starting at $1,099 and going up to $1,999 for the decked-out 2TB version of the Pro Max. Apple offers up to $700 off with a trade-in. There’s no extra discount if you activate your phone with one of the available carriers (AT&T, Boost Mobile, T-Mobile, or Verizon) straight away, so it doesn’t matter if you choose to connect to one at a later time. All in all, you could get the phone for as low as $399. iPhone 17 Pro, 256GB, from $1,099/£1,099 Retailer Price $1099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17 Pro, 512GB, from $1,299/£1,299 Apple iPhone 17 Pro (512GB) Price When Reviewed: $1299 Best Prices Today: $1299 at Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max, 256GB, from $1,199/£1,199 Retailer Price $1199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket iPhone 17 Pro Max, 512GB, from $1,399/£1,399 Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (512GB) Price When Reviewed: $1399 Best Prices Today: $1399 at Apple04:14 pmApp review taking longer after screenshot rejection?
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Macworld Best MacBook Pro deals available now: Updated March 2026 These recommendations are based on the best prices right now at hundreds of resellers of Apple products. These are the best deals on MacBooks we’ve seen: Today’s best MacBook Pro deals: U.S. Amazon, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (512GB/16GB RAM): $1,549 ($50 off, WAS $1,599) Clearance Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $1,799 ($200 off, WAS $1,999) Clearance Apple Refurbished, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): $1,949 ($450 off, RRP WAS $2,399) Refurbished Amazon, 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $2,239 ($260 off, WAS $2,499) Clearance See more U.S. MacBook Pro deals below… Today’s best MacBook Pro deals: U.K. KRCS, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): £1,529.10 (£169.90 off, RRP £1,699) KRCS, 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £1,979.10 (£219.90 off, RRP £2,199) KRCS, 16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £2,429.10 (£269.90 off, RRP £2,699) Amazon, 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $2,349.99 (£149 off, WAS $2,499) Clearance See more U.K. MacBook Pro deals below… Want to buy a MacBook Pro for less than Apple’s price? We can help you find the best deals on a MacBook Pro using our Best Prices Comparison. Our deal finder looks at all the stores that sell Apple Macs and finds the best prices right now. Whether it’s the brand new M5 Pro MacBook Pro, the M5 Max MacBook Pro, an M5 MacBook Pro, or an older M4 Pro or M4 Max MacBook Pro model that you want to find on sale, we share the best prices you can get the MacBook Pro for. We are already seeing discounts on the new M5 Pro and Max models at KRCS in the U.K. and will be on the look out for more deals as resellers get stock. We also share advice on which model to buy – and which ones not to. We explain how to find a good deal now that Apple has introduced new processors and doubled the amount of storage offered at the entry-level while increasing prices compared to the previous generation. Find out how the new models compare to the older models – and if the deals really as good as they look. How we find the best MacBook Pro deals When choosing the best MacBook Pro deals, our editors draw on years of experience with both new and older Apple hardware, alongside continual tracking of market pricing. Because we monitor MacBook Pro prices year-round, we know exactly what resellers have charged in the past, so we can quickly spot a genuinely great discount versus an average one. Our international team aims to review every MacBook Apple sells and use these machines daily, so we understand which models offer the strongest value for money and can guide you toward the smartest purchase. You can trust our deals recommendations because: We check leading U.S. and U.K. retailers throughout the year to stay on top of the best available prices. We also check the Apple Refurbished store to see if prices are better. We use price-tracking tools to monitor discounts in real time and identify which store truly has the lowest price. Our editors hand-select deals based on long-term pricing trends and insights from our own in-depth product reviews. We take Apple’s release cycles into account, helping you avoid buying right before a major update. We highlight upcoming shopping events or special promotions that might see prices lowered further. We compare like with like: so if the newest model offers more storage, or more RAM, we make this clear. We update the prices in this article regularly, but it’s still worth checking multiple retailers in the comparison tables below because MacBook Pro prices shift frequently. If you’re targeting a specific model, look in the price comparison boxes below to secure the best possible deal. If you would also consider a MacBook Air then take a look at our round up of the best MacBook Air deals. We also have a guide to the best Apple deals right now on all Apple products, including iMac, Mac mini, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. MacBook Pro pricing Configuring your ideal Mac is different now. Foundry At the beginning of February 2026, Apple completely changed the way the online Apple Store works. Previously, the Apple Store presented a clear selection of configurations and buying options, allowing shoppers to choose the model that best suited their needs and budget. Now, shoppers begin with a base configuration and add options – such as more RAM or additional storage – until they reach the specification they want. With this new approach, it is less obvious up front how much an ideal configuration will cost, which we think is a disadvantage for buyers. Apple, however, is likely hoping that this method will encourage customers to choose higher-end configurations. Another consequence of this change to how you buy a Mac is that it has become more difficult to compare pricing between generations. With the arrival of the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, prices and configurations have changed significantly. At first glance it may appear that prices have increased, but in some cases you now get more for your money because the new models don’t just include a new chip – they also double the storage. In other cases, prices are higher because the lower-capacity models have been removed from the lineup. MacBook Pro, M5: This model has been on sale since October and previously started at $1,599. However, in March 2026 Apple removed the 512GB model from the lineup, meaning the entry-level configuration now starts at $1,699. At first glance this may look like a price increase, but the base model now includes 1TB of storage instead of 512GB. Previously, the 1TB model cost $1,799, so the effective price has actually dropped by $100. 14-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Pro: The base 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook is $2,199. That is a $200 increase from the base M4 Pro MacBook Pro, but now comes with 1TB storage, rather than 512GB. Upgrading to a 1TB SSD in the $1,999 M4 Pro MacBook Pro added $200 to the price tag, bringing it to the same $2,199. So effectively, the pricing has not changed. 14-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max: Now starts at $3,599 with a 2TB SSD. The laptop it replaces, the M4 Max MacBook Pro, started at $3,199, but it came with a 1TB SSD, and an upgrade to 2TB was $400, bringing its price to $3,599. So pricing is essentially the same, but the starting price is higher due to the extra storage. 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Pro: Now starts at $2,699 with an M5 Pro processor and 2TB of storage. The 1TB option is no longer available, so the entry price to own a 16-inch model is now higher. 16-inch MacBook Pro, M5 Max: Alternatively you can spend $3,899 to get an M5 Max chip and 2TB of storage. It’s more expensive because you’re forced into higher storage tiers. New vs old MacBook Pricing: At a glance We recommend that you compare any deals on older MacBook Pro models with the equivalent model available now, to make sure you are getting a better deal. SPECOLD 14-inch MacBook ProNEW 14-inch MacBook ProOLD 16-inch MacBook ProNEW 16-inch MacBook ProM5, 512GB/16GB RAMWas $1,599/£1,599M5, 1TB/16GB RAMWas $1,799/£1,799Now $1,699/£1,699M5, 1TB/24GB RAMWas $1,999/£1,999Now $1,899/£1,899M4 Pro, 512GB/24GB RAMWas $1,999/£1,999Was $2,499/£2,499M4 Pro, 1TB/24GB RAMWas $2,399/£2,399Was $2,499/£2,499M4 Pro, 512TB/48GB RAMWas $2,899/£2,899M5 Pro, 1TB/24GB RAMFrom $2,199/£2,199From $2,699/£2,699M4 Max, 1TB/36GB RAMWas $3,199/£3,199Was $3,499/£3,499M5 Max, 2TB/36GB RAMFrom $3,599/£3,599From $3,899/£3,899M4 Max, 1TB/48GB RAMWas $3,999/£3,999M5 Max, 2TB/48GB RAMFrom$4,099/£4,099 Is now a good time to buy a new MacBook Pro? The M5 Pro and M5 Pro Max versions of the MacBook Pro launched in March 2026 so now is a great time to buy one.Foundry Now is a good time to buy a new MacBook Pro if you’re looking for the latest model. The MacBook Pro now comes with the newest M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips, and Apple has also increased storage across the range. In some cases, you actually get more for your money than before. However, as explained above, MacBook Pro models generally cost more than they did prior to Apple’s March 2026 update. As is usually the case when new Macs launch, resellers are likely to discount older models to clear stock. This time, however, the older machines don’t just lack the new chip – they also come with half the storage. Any discounts should take this into account; if they don’t, those deals are best avoided. In some cases though, it may still be worth grabbing a deal on a lower-storage M4 Pro or M4 Max model. This is because, while the new generation offers more storage, it also comes at a significantly higher price. If your budget doesn’t stretch that far, the previous generation may be your best option. Which MacBook Pro to buy The choice of which MacBook depends a lot on how much you have to spend.Foundry When deciding on a MacBook Pro, it’s important to understand the performance hierarchy. The M5 Pro and M5 Max models are for a completely different user than the standard M5 MacBook Pro. The M5 Pro offers more CPU and GPU cores than the M5, supports more memory, and includes more advanced ports like Thunderbolt 5. The M5 Max has the same number of CPU cores but more GPU cores and greater support for RAM. 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 chip: This is the entry-level model, launched in October 2025 with a slight change to the line up in March 2026. It delivers significant performance gains compared, particularly in graphics and SSD speeds, over the previous M4 generation. The 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip is designed for users who need more sustained performance than a MacBook Air can offer but don’t require the top-tier power of the M5 Pro or M5Max models. It strikes a balance of price, performance, and premium features, making it the best MacBook for those who need a little more power than the M5 MacBook Air offers. 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips: For the most demanding professional work, the M5 Pro and M5Max models, released in March 2026, provide superior power, offer more ports (including Thunderbolt 5), and are aimed at professionals with demanding workflows. These MacBooks are ideal for creative professionals (such as high-end video creators, digital artists, illustrators, photographers, 3D animators); technical professionals (programmers, designers, and software developers) and power users who needs more “oomph” for movie editing or gaming. There is another element to the decision. Both the M5 Pro and M5 Max are available in both 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models, which offer similar specifications but differ in screen size and battery life. To determine which would suite you best consider the following: The 14-inch M4 Pro/Max is best for those who value portability, work frequently on the road, or primarily use an external monitor at their desk. It offers up to 22 hours of battery life. The 16-inch M4 Pro/Max is the choice for users who need a large, powerful screen on the go and the best possible battery life, which is rated at up to 24 hours. These Macs now come with 2TB storage as standard, with a price to match, which may mean they are now our of reach of some budgets. For more help with your decision read our comparison of every Apple Mac and MacBook, and our direct comparison of the MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro. Best MacBook Pro refurbished deals While Apple rarely discounts new Macs, from time to time there are some excellent deals to be had in Apple’s Refurbished Store. The Macs in Apple’s refurbished store may be ex-display stock, or they may have been returned to Apple due to a fault, but they are fully reconditioned now and come with a full year’s warranty. Read about buying a refurbished Mac. It’s not only Apple that sells refurbished Macs, but Apple does offer some great incentives to buy from Apple’s Refurbished Store, so we do recommend taking a look there for great MacBook Pro deals. Apple’s U.S. refurbished store has the following MacBook Pro models in stock: M4 MacBook Pro, up to $260 off M4 Pro MacBook Pro, up to $360 off M3 Pro MacBook Pro, up to $350 off M2 Pro MacBook Pro, up to $470 off We recommend: Apple Refurbished, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): $1,949 ($360 off, RRP was $2,399) – Apple has dropped the price by $100 since the arrival of the M5 Pro models. Get a refurbished MacBook at Apple's refurbished store (U.S.) Apple’s U.K. refurbished store usually has the following MacBook Pro models in stock, but they are currently listed as unavailable: M4 Pro MacBook Pro, up to £380 off M4 Max MacBook Pro, up to £600 off M3 Pro MacBook Pro, up to £360 off M2 Pro MacBook Pro, up to £590 off M2 Max MacBook Pro, up to £710 off Apple did offer a refurbished, 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): £2,119 (£380 off, RRP £2,499) before the arrival of the M5 Pro. Get a refurbished MacBook at Apple's refurbished store (U.K.) Best MacBook Pro deals right now While you could buy a MacBook Pro from Apple, below you will find price comparison tables that show the best prices right now for each model of MacBook Pro from various stockists. You will also find deals on MacBook Pro models that Apple has now discontinued, as long as stockists still have them available. Not sure which MacBook to buy? For help choosing we have a comparison of the MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro and you may also like to read our Mac buying guide that covers every Mac Apple makes. M5 MacBook Pro deals 14-inch, M5, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 1TB/16GB RAM, WAS $1,799/£1,799, NOW: $1,699/£1,699 Retailer Price $1,649 View Deal $1699 View Deal $1794 View Deal $1899 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 14-inch, M5, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 1TB/24GB RAM, WAS $1,999/£1,999, NOW: $1,899/£1,899 Retailer Price $1,845 View Deal $1875 View Deal $1999 View Deal $2389.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket M5 Pro & M5 Max MacBook Pro deals 14-inch, M5 Pro, 15-core CPU/16-core GPU, 1TB/24GB RAM, $2,199/£2,199 Retailer Price $2,199 View Deal $2199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 14-inch, M5 Max, 18-core CPU/32-core GPU, 2TB/36GB RAM, $3,599/£3,599 Retailer Price $3,599 View Deal $3599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 16-inch, M5 Pro, 18-core CPU/20-core GPU, 1TB/24GB RAM, $2,699/£2,699 Retailer Price $2,699 View Deal $2699 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 16-inch, M5 Max, 18-core CPU/32-core GPU, 2TB/36GB RAM, $3,899/£3,899 Retailer Price $3899 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Clearance deals on discontinued MacBook Pro If you don’t mind buying an older MacBook Pro, there are some great deals to be had, if you take a look at the charts below. 14-inch, M5, 10-core CPU/10-core GPU, 512GB/16GB RAM, WAS $1,599/£1,599 Retailer Price $1349 View Deal $1,449 View Deal $2074.95 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 14-inch, M4 Pro, 12-core CPU/16-core GPU, 512GB/24GB RAM, WAS $1,999/£1,999 Retailer Price $1649 View Deal $1,799 View Deal $1949 View Deal $1999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 14-inch, M4 Pro, 14-core CPU/20-core GPU, 1TB/24GB RAM, WAS $2,399/£2,399 Retailer Price $1929 View Deal $2,299 View Deal $2299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 14-inch, M4 Max, 14-core CPU/32-core GPU, 1TB/36GB RAM, WAS $3,199/£3,199 Retailer Price $3099 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 16-inch, M4 Pro, 14-core CPU/20-core GPU, 512GB/24GB RAM, WAS $2,499/£2,499 Retailer Price $2099 View Deal $2,239 View Deal $2499 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 16-inch, M4 Pro, 14-core CPU/20-core GPU, 512GB/48GB RAM, WAS $2,899/£2,899 Retailer Price $2,849.99 View Deal $2899 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 16-inch, M4 Max, 14-core CPU/32-core GPU, 1TB/36GB RAM, WAS $3,499/£3,499 Retailer Price $3199.95 View Deal $3,421.16 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket 16-inch, M4 Max, 16-core CPU/40-core GPU, 1TB/48GB RAM, WAS $3,999/£3,999 Retailer Price $3899 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Where to buy a MacBook Pro You can find the MacBook Pro on sale at various locations. You could buy a MacBook Pro directly from Apple, or at stores and Apple Premium Resellers around the world – many of whom offer discounts on new and old Macs, so it’s worth shopping around. Find out more in our Where to buy a Mac article for more advice. One benefit of buying from Apple is you could trade in your old Mac and get money off. We have an article explaining How to get money off with Apple’s trade-in program. We recommend the following resellers in the U.S. and U.K.: U.S. retailers Apple Store Apple Education Store Amazon B&H Photo Best Buy Walmart Adorama Looking for other ways to save money. Find out if you can save money buying Apple products from another country. U.K. retailers Apple Store Apple Education Store Amazon AO.com BT Shop Currys Ebuyer John Lewis Laptops Direct Very Additionally, Apple has a number of Apple Premium Resellers in the U.K. who stock Macs and offer other services: KRCS Insight iStore Select Western Computer Jigsaw Where to get a refurbished MacBook Pro You can get refurbished Macs from other suppliers too, including the following refurbished resellers listed below: In the U.S.: Apple Amazon Back Market Best Buy Gainsaver OWC Mac Of All Trades Refurb.me In the U.K.: Affordable Mac Apple Amazon Back Market Hoxton Macs Laptops Direct MacFinder Mac 4 Sale Music Magpie Amazon also has a certified refurbished store for Apple products but we would advise against buying any products that are older than five years – most of the products we see on the Amazon refurbished store are unfortunately very old. Another place to look is BackMarket US and BackMarket UK, which sells refurbished Macs and other Apple products. We also recommend Hoxton Macs in the U.K. Find the latest Apple refurbished deals here. If you are considering buying a second-hand Mac read: Should I buy a used Mac?04:00 pmApple TV unveils trailer for ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles,’ starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, and Nick Offerman | Mac Daily NewsApple TV unveils trailer for ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles,’ starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, and Nick Offerman
Apple TV on Monday revealed the trailer for “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” starring Elle Fanning, Michelle Pfeiffer, Nicole Kidman, and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:53 pmIAD (Ashburn) on 2026-03-10
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Apple has already finalized plans for next year's entry-level "iPhone 18e" model, according to a known leaker. According to a new post from the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital," Apple has now locked in plans for the iPhone 18e. This is despite the fact that the iPhone 17e hasn't yet launched. The iPhone 17e features the A19 chip, Apple's C1X modem, MagSafe, and 256GB of base storage. Little is known about the iPhone 18e's features at this stage, but the A20 chip seems highly likely. The Dynamic Island is also a potential feature since it was rumored for the iPhone 17e and many such features seem to trickle down to Apple's entry-level devices over time. The iPhone 18e is rumored to launch alongside the iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 in the spring of 2027. The iPhone 17e launches later this week.Related Roundup: iPhone 17eTags: Fixed Focus Digital, iPhoneBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17e (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:50 pmLaunched a new game in the App Store
This was my first Swift app, I had previously only written code in Objective C for previous apps. https://games.apple.com/us/game/6759936732 submitted by /u/xtr2009 [link] [comments]03:45 pmDeals: M4 iPad Air up to $100 off, 2026 Apple Studio Display $300 off, official Apple Sport bands from $29, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M4 iPad Air up to $100 off, 2026 Apple Studio Display $300 off, official Apple Sport bands from $29, more
While there is now less than 48 hours left to score the pre-order deals on the new MacBook Neo, M5 Air, and M5 Pro MacBook Pro, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is kicking off some notable cash discounts on the new iPad – Amazon is now offering up to $100 off M4 iPad Air ahead of release this week with discounts on every configuration. It also happens to have already slashed up to $300 off the new 2026 Apple Studio Display pre-orders alongside deals on Powerbeats Pro 2 with Find My, this massive $450 price drop on a maxed out M5 iPad Pro, and the official Anchor Blue Apple Sport Loop and Band are up to 41% off right now. Head below for a closer look. more…03:38 pmSteve Wozniak on Apple at 50: We didn’t foresee the future, but we took the first step
“Well, it kind of started when I was born,” Steve Wozniak jokes when asked about Apple’s origin. “Steve Jobs wanted a company and he did it, and I was his resource,” Wozniak, who co-founded Apple with Jobs nearly five decades ago, adds. Wozniak also says Apple wasn’t in the business of predicting the future. Instead, it started with a focus of creating something better than the competition. more…03:37 pmApple preps 3D-printed aluminum for future products
Apple's manufacturing design and operations teams are actively developing 3D-printed aluminum techniques (building directly on… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:32 pmToday in Apple history: eWorld closes its virtual doors
On March 9, 1996, Apple confirmed that it would shut down eWorld, a cartoony (and pricey!) online service that was truly ahead of its time. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:28 pmMacBook Neo's AppleCare+ Repair Fees Are Lower Than All Other Macs
The new MacBook Neo has a breakthrough starting price of just $599, and AppleCare+ repair fees for the laptop are lower than all other Macs too. AppleCare+ for the MacBook Neo can be purchased for $139 upfront, or customers can opt to pay $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year indefinitely. In the U.S., there is also AppleCare One, which lets you protect multiple Apple products from $19.99 per month. For a MacBook Neo with AppleCare+ coverage, repair fees are as follows: Battery replacement: $0 Screen damage: $49 External enclosure damage: $49 Other accidental damage: $149For all other Macs with AppleCare+ coverage, most of the repair fees are higher: Battery replacement: $0 Screen damage: $99 External enclosure damage: $99 Other accidental damage: $299 All prices listed in this article are in U.S. dollars. Apple began accepting MacBook Neo pre-orders last week, and the laptop launches Wednesday.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoTag: AppleCareThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums03:22 pmMacBook Neo is just the latest in Apple's 35 years of trying to make a budget portable | AppleInsiderMacBook Neo is just the latest in Apple's 35 years of trying to make a budget portable
Since the dawn of Apple laptops 35 years ago with the PowerBook 100, it has tried to make some of them affordable, with mixed results. The MacBook Neo finally delivers on that promise and is an excellent balance between features and cost.MacBook Neo and (inset) a PowerBook 100It's true that Apple does not have a reputation for making low budget devices, so the MacBook Neo is a departure. But sometimes it seems as if it's not for want of trying that Apple hasn't previously brought out such a good combination of design and cost in a laptop.Apple's efforts to make such a device don't date all the way back to its first ever portable, well, luggable, but they come close. In 1989, Apple released the Macintosh Portable, which at 16lbs was as heavy as two current Mac Studios. And that weight doesn't even include the wall wart. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:06 pmApple’s adorable Finder guy has broken the internet
Macworld In just two days, the MacBook Neo will usher in a new era for Apple. For the first time ever, it will have a computer aimed at kids on a budget, and Apple Stores everywhere are sure to be mobbed with people who want a look at the new machine. Nothing introduces a new era better than a whole new marketing scheme. At the same time Apple announced the MacBook Neo, it also began posting TikTok videos clearly aimed at Gen Z and Gen Alpha kids who have probably never owned a Mac. The videos are quirky and weird in all the right ways, but what really captured everyone’s attention was a couple of quick appearances of a little Finder guy. So far, he’s made two brief appearances on Apple’s TikTok account. The first was on a TLDR video showcasing the Neo’s specs, while the second glimpse was captured by X user @m2macmini during a TikTok livestream called “Matcha Break with MacBook Neo.” In the video still, he’s seen working at a tiny desk with an even tinier MacBook Neo, drinking a cup of matcha. Since TikTok livestreams disappear immediately after the stream ends, we’ll have to wait until Apple runs another video featuring the little Happy Mac if we ever want to see him in action again. He’s just 1 apple tall 🥹 pic.twitter.com/DlKjuPSgdi— alijah ✰ (@m2macmini) March 5, 2026 But as it goes with online culture, the little guy has broken the internet, with people posting images, videos, renders, and 3D sculpts of the character all over our feeds. People are practically begging Apple to give us more information about the little guy or make little figures we can put on our desks. We don’t know if the Finder guy will ever show up at the Apple Store, but even if he never does, he’ll always have a place in our hearts.03:03 pmApple TV unveils new star-packed series based on bestselling novel
One of Apple TV’s highest-profile originals of the year, Margo’s Got Money Troubles, is coming soon—and its trailer was just released. more…03:00 pmApple Studio Display Gets First Pre-Order Discounts at Up to $300 Off
Amazon today has introduced the first big pre-order discounts on the brand new Apple Studio Display lineup, with up to $300 off these monitors. The Studio Display deals join pre-order discounts on M4 iPad Air, MacBook Neo, and more on Amazon and other retailers. 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. There are three models of the 2026 Studio Display on sale right now, including two Nano-texture glass models and one Standard Glass model. The biggest discount is on the Nano-texture Glass Studio Display with Tilt- and Height-Adjustable Stand for $1,999.00, down from $2,299.00. $50 OFFApple Studio Display (Nano-texture/Tilt) for $1,849.00 $50 OFFApple Studio Display (Standard/Tilt and Height) for $1,949.00 $300 OFFApple Studio Display (Nano-texture/Tilt and Height) for $1,999.00 The Studio Display is a 27-inch monitor with a 5K Retina LCD display, built-in camera, speaker system, and microphone array. 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 pmPixels & People
iOS Coffee Break – Issue #70 is live! 💪 This week, our app design team gathered at our Aveiro office for three days to fine-tune the UI, share meals and spend some great time together. https://www.ioscoffeebreak.com/issue/issue70 submitted by /u/Upbeat_Policy_2641 [link] [comments]02:36 pmHas anyone actually shipped an App Clip use case that converts?
Hi everyone! I am testing App Clips as a try-before-you-install funnel. Built my first one around a teleprompter app – scan a the clip, start reading off your screen instantly. No install, no sign-up. The full app adds voice-tracked auto-scrolling using Apple's on-device speech models. Still early, but curious to know if anyone else has […]02:34 pmNew CAD drawings reveal Apple’s upcoming folding iPhone
CAD drawings supposedly reveal the design of the first folding iPhone from multiple angles. It's not going to look much like rival foldables. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:31 pmApple might have new ‘Ultra’ products coming this year, per report
Apple just launched the remarkably low-cost MacBook Neo, but the latest reporting from Mark Gurman says the company also “plans to push deeper into the high end with more Ultra devices.” more…Firehose II – Jobs, Deals, Apps
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