Apple TV adds new ‘Drive to Survive’ season, all episodes available
Netflix’s popular ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’ docuseries premiered its latest season today, and Apple TV subscribers in the US have access to the full season too thanks to a deal announced yesterday. more…

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Netflix bows out: Paramount Skydance secures Warner Bros. Discovery in $111 billion deal, eyes CNN overhaul
Netflix has withdrawn from its bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing the path for Paramount Skydance to take control of the media… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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Apple releases new Immersive Video in ‘Elevated’ series for Apple Vision Pro
Apple has released the third episode of Elevated, its original Immersive Video series for Apple Vision Pro. The latest entry offers viewers an otherwise impossible view of Switzerland from the air: more…

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This loaded M3 iPad Air is under $1,000 right now ($250 off)
Macworld If you’re in the market for a new tablet, you can’t go wrong with the iPad Air. It’s got a 13-inch display, gorgeous design, excellent battery life, 5G, and a speed M3 processor—and today you can get one for $250 off at Amazon. That brings the price all the way down to $1,000, within a few dollars of its brief Black Friday blowout deal. While we do appreciate all Apple tablets, we can’t help but absolutely love this one. When we reviewed it, we gave this iPad Air a 4-star rating and our Editors’ Choice award, appreciating its outstanding performance, the good display, and the great battery life. Powered by the M3 chip, this tablet delivers great power for creative projects, all the apps you need to juggle, and the games you need to play. The 13-inch Liquid Retina display looks absolutely gorgeous in all lighting situations, so you shouldn’t be worried about whether you’ll see anything when you’re using it outdoors in the summer. The 512GB of storage space will definitely make it possible to store quite a few apps and pics, and you can add a Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro ($35 off) to fully deck it out. There’s a new model on the way, but we don’t expect it to be much different other than a new chip. So don’t waste any time and get the 13-inch M3 iPad Air for $1,000 while this deal’s still live at Amazon. Buy now at Amazon

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A smartphone storm is coming, but Apple already built a shelter
Macworld It’s common knowledge that the smartphone market is not in a good place right now. But new research has revealed the unprecedented severity of the problem, the likely timeframe before things get better, and the one company that’s best placed to survive the ordeal. Spoiler: it’s Apple. According to analysts at IDC (via Bloomberg), the global memory shortage will cause the smartphone market to shrink by 12.9% in 2026. That’s a shortfall of roughly 160 million units that were sold last year and won’t be sold this year, a situation the research firm characterised as “a crisis like no other.” And most of the impact will be felt by companies making cheap Android handsets. The problem is related to AI, which is sucking up resources that would otherwise be available for phone manufacturers and causing prices for memory to spike. Budget phones have very slim profit margins, so their makers are unable to absorb the cost increases; instead they have to compromise on component choices or put up their prices. And the market is so competitive, and price such a high priority for customers in that space, that this inevitably results in lower sales. “The tariffs and pandemic crisis seem a joke compared to this,” said Nabila Popal, senior research director at IDC. “The smartphone market will witness a seismic shift by the time this crisis is over, in size, average selling prices and competitive landscape.” Popal added that the situation is unlikely to improve until mid-2027, at the earliest. And even then, things won’t go back to the way they were. “The days of cheap smartphones are gone, as even when the crisis is over, we don’t expect memory prices to go back down to 2025 levels,” she explained. It’s fortunate for Apple, then, that it got out of the budget smartphone market at what increasingly looks to have been the perfect time. Until last spring, the company sold a single cheap phone, the $429 iPhone SE, alongside its premium iPhone 16, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max models. But it replaced this with the $599 iPhone 16e and has never looked back. (In terms of intent, at least. It’s debatable whether the 16e has matched the popularity of the SE handsets.) In a matter of days, we expect the company to launch the iPhone 17e at a similar price point. Apple and its iPhone range, which ranges from the mid-market to the premium end (and with the launch of the iPhone Fold, is expected to enter the extreme premium market) is therefore better placed than most to weather the storm. But it isn’t immune, as the company itself has acknowledged. In its most recent earnings report, Tim Cook said RAM price increases did not affect Apple in Q1 2026, but admitted the company is now “in a supply chase mode,” and experiencing supply constraints like the rest of the industry.

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Blender for iPad development on hold after prioritizing Android tablets
Last summer, the team behind the open-source 3D creation software Blender made news after confirming iPad Pro support was planned. Seven months later, however, the project appears to be on hold as an Android tablet version takes priority. more…

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Apple says it has “a big week ahead.” Here's what we expect to see.
Apple is taking an "ain't broke/don't fix" approach to most of its gadgets.

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Apple testing a Studio Display with high-end ports and speakers
Macworld It’s no secret that Apple is working on a new generation of its Studio Display with ProMotion and HDR, but it may not be just one model. After taking a deeper look at internal Apple files, Macworld has found evidence that suggests there are actually two separate models in development. Last year, we reported that code in a pre-release build of iOS 26 referenced a new external display identified as “J527,” a codename previously linked to a second-generation Studio Display. That same code pointed to major upgrades such as 120Hz ProMotion and HDR support. Earlier this month, also spotted references to a second model, J427, in the macOS 26.3 code, but it was unclear what the differences were. Now, a fresh analysis of related system files reveals the two models are indeed separate displays with distinctly different features. A split strategy for Studio Display 2 The existence of both J427 and J527 in Apple’s internal files strongly suggests that the next Studio Display may come in two configurations. While both appear to share the same core display capabilities, there are some interesting differences referenced in the firmware. Specifically, each monitor has different audio drivers, implying that the speakers are different. The exact differences are unclear, but Apple may have decided to include better speakers in a higher-end version of its monitor. The current Studio Display includes a high-fidelity six-speaker system with force-cancelling woofers and support for spatial audio, the same found in the MacBook Pro, but a high-end system could support audio closer to HomePod. The next Studio Display could get an audio upgrade.Foundry Another difference we noticed is that the J527 version supports more I/O controllers than the J427. The current Studio Display has three USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 ports and one Thunderbolt 3 port. Presumably, the higher-end Studio Display will have more advanced ports, while the base model will keep the current ones. Interestingly, the J427 version of the monitor is internally labeled as a “2025” product, while J527 is a “2026” product. Perhaps Apple originally planned to introduce these monitors separately, or the higher-end version of the Studio Display may still arrive at a later date. The higher-end features would likely be part of a model with a larger screen as well. It would be odd to sell two 27-inch displays with slightly different speakers and ports, but a 32-inch model that also has upgraded audio and expansion makes more sense An announcement could be right around the corner Apple has teased a week of special announcements, starting on Monday. Rumors strongly suggest that a new low-end MacBook will be the centerpiece of this announcement, along with the M4 iPad Air, M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros, and the iPhone 17e. But there has been persistent evidence that new desktop Macs and displays are coming soon as well, so it’s possible the new Studio Displays arrive sooner than later.

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What Apple's launching in March, and more on the AppleInsider Podcast
Tim Cook made us want to skip the weekend and get straight to the new launches Apple has for us starting on Monday. That might include a low-cost MacBook, but then further ahead there's a hint of a touch-screen MacBook Pro later this year, all on the AppleInsider Podcast.If a MacBook is announced in March, it won't be a MacBook Pro — but a touch-screen one is expected later in 2026What we actually know about next week is that there will be launches. Tim Cook doesn't hint if there's nothing much to say, but he also tagged his post #AppleLaunch.So we know something is coming, and if you listen to the leaks, actually everything is coming. If you've ever heard it rumored, it's all due out next week for sure. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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AirPods Pro 3 vs Sony XM6 earbuds: Personal audio compared
Sony's latest audio release, the WF-1000XM6, are flagship earbuds with improved active noise cancellation. Here's how Sony's flagship personal audio accessories compare against the AirPods Pro 3.AirPods Pro 3 vs Sony XM6 earbudsFebruary saw Sony bring out an update to its upper-tier earbuds. After a three-year wait, the WF-1000XM6 are the electronic company's new best option for in-ear audio.The WF-1000XM6, not to be confused with the similarly-named WH-1000XM6 headphones, lean on the firm's heritage of audio quality, with improvements to noise cancellation also thrown in for good measure. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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What do Apple fans want? An iBook… er SE… er MacBook!
Macworld Next week, Apple is expected to release a new laptop, one that will be the lowest-priced MacBook in the company’s lineup. It’s new territory for Apple, and a new choice that fills a need amongst Apple customers. Because of that, anticipation has built up for this new product. Maybe you want to buy one, maybe you don’t, but you at least want to see what Apple is going to do. That anticipation has spilled over into Macworld’s inboxes and social media comments sections. We’ve been reading your messages, and we’re sharing a few of them here. What to call it: iBook? MacBook SE? A podcast short about the name of the upcoming laptop struck a chord. One idea for the name in particular: iBook resurgence 🤔 Colors and Numbers on TikTok Many others across social media are hoping for an iBook resurgence, but it seems as though Apple has left behind the “i” naming system. Apple’s not one for nostalgia, but you never know. I bet it’s MacBook SE bleepblorp7676 on TikTok Maybe? I mean, there’s the Apple Watch SE, but with the iPhone, Apple dumped “SE” in favor of “[model number]e”, so I don’t know what to think. It’s going to be MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro… NIckname on TikTok That makes the most sense; after all, Apple used to have a “MacBook” that sort of fits the profile of the new product that’s coming. But it just feels so anticlimactic. @macworld.com What to call the cheap Apple laptop #macbook ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld Will it be powerful enough? Reports say that this laptop will use a A18 Pro or A19 chip, the same chips used in iPhones. So, should its processing capability as a Mac be a concern? The target market for this less expensive (not “cheap”) MacBook won’t care or likely even know that it runs on the same CPU as an iPhone… Mitch Stone via Facebook It is an iPhone with a bigger screen. neillwd on YouTube That’s a bad thing? How cheap is ‘cheap’? This laptop is expected to be affordable. But as Apple users know, the company’s idea of “affordable” is often different from ours. I do wish people would stop looking at £700 as cheap, it’s probably going to be a very good computer for the masses.  Kennth Swift on Facebook For the sake of clarification, when we talk about “cheap,” we’re talking about price. We’re not talking about “cheap” as a way of saying “poorly made,” as it is often used. That being said, is $699/£699 (rounded to $700/£700) cheap? In a general sense, I don’t think so, but in the perspective of Apple’s laptop lineup, it is. If $699 I’ll be buying one for my wife in yellow OldSchoolM on TikTok It needs to be $599. Period. iHusk on YouTube Now you’re talkin’ iHusk. But will Apple do that? It feels unbelievable. I want to be wrong on this. Which leads us to… Expect the unexpected I really wonder if this MacBook will run iPadOS instead of MacOS. sactoman0314 on TikTok …Apple should simply make macOS available on the iPad. They could even charge for the license or allow customers to choose between macOS and another operating system when purchasing the device. Doug M. via email I can see why y’all would think that. These prices are in iPad territory. But I think Apple is confident that one won’t cannibalize the other, and I tend to agree. They’re different use cases. I’ve been hearing this prediction since the Mac mini first came out decades ago. quinnretro on TikTok If you say it enough times, it’ll eventually become true. And finally… Apple sure has got a lot of free publicity on their future new MacBooks by teasing all you predictionist journalists for so long.  Neil via email Ouch. The truth hurts, Neil.

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Would any of the reported MacBook compromises be a deal-breaker for you? [Poll]
Apple clearly needs some way of distinguishing the upcoming low-cost MacBook from the more expensive MacBook Air. We’d wondered whether color might be sufficient to limit cannibalization, but it’s been suggested that the new machine may have a number of compromises. 9to5Mac readers aren’t really the target market for an entry-level machine, but some might consider it as a second Mac, while others might recommend it to family and friends. However, would any of the rumoured compromises be a deal-breaker … ? more…

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Apple at 50: Michael Scott, the company's first CEO, made bold and bad choices
As Apple hits 50 years old, AppleInsider recounts the pivotal role of each of its CEOs, starting with the very first one, Michael Scott. He made bold choices, but he made them badly.Michael Scott, age unknown — image credit: Business InsiderSteve Jobs was not Apple's first Chief Executive Officer. While he founded the company on April 1, 1976, with Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, Jobs had no experience running what was aiming to become a large company.So a CEO was needed, but actually Apple's first two chief executives are tightly interlinked. Mike Markkula would become the second one, but he hired the first — and then later persuaded that first to leave. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple’s new MacBook has one job
Macworld Next week is going to be a big one for Apple. Along with a new iPhone and iPads, Apple is rumored to launch its most anticipated Mac release since Apple silicon’s debut. According to reports, Apple is going to release a new entry in the MacBook lineup, a budget laptop that can compete with Chromebooks and cheap Windows laptops. A laptop that Apple hopes will grow the Mac installed base. A laptop for customers priced out of the Mac market. That’s great, especially since it’s something customers have been wanting for a long time. But there’s another reason why I’m excited about this new laptop: Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that this laptop will be available in “playful colors,” with yellow, green, blue, and pink among the possibilities. Yes, that’s what I’m most excited about. A palette of color options means more than a wider array of choices. It signals that Apple is bringing a little fun back to its laptop lineup, an aspect that’s been missing for way too long. Orange enabler Until recently, I played it as safe as Apple with my own color choices–black, silver, gray, anything neutral. Then, two years ago, I decided to get out of my comfort zone and buy an orange car. Not only do I not regret it, but I also love it. I can remember being at a stoplight once, surrounded by four black and gray Teslas (which are everywhere in San Francisco). Suddenly, Elle Woods and I had something in common. Elle Woods and her orange iBook in Legally Blonde.MGM Then last fall, I got a Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro Max–without that car, and how it changed my perspective, I don’t think I would’ve picked it. For a while, I appreciated the back of the phone almost as much as its screen. The color just made me smile. That’s the aspect of Apple’s laptops that has been missing for a while. They’re marvels of design, and they’re quite dignified, but “fun” doesn’t come to mind. Not like when you look at an iBook. Those were fun. The six colors spirit I haven’t forgotten about the iMac and its playful color palette, but it’s a desktop computer. I’m not toting an iMac around with me (that’s not my thing), I’m carrying a Space Black MacBook Pro. And as I sit in my local coffee shop writing this article, I count 13 laptops in use, all of them gray, silver, or black. As iconic as the MacBook Pro is, most laptops have copied its style. There seems to be an opportunity here to stand out, to think different. The deepest Apple has dipped into the fun side of the pool is with the MacBook Air’s Starlight and Sky Blue options. I tested the Sky Blue MacBook Air, and it looks nice, but it and Starlight are subtle takes at fun, more variations of gold and silver than actual colors. They’re not bold like Cosmic Orange or the iBook’s lime green and tangerine. Many theorize that the logo Apple used to promote its March 4 media event is a hint at the colors of the new laptop. I certainly hope that’s the case. The recent Apple logo used to promote next week’s release reminded me of the old days.Apple Speaking of that logo, it reminds me of the original Apple logo, often referred to as the “six colors” logo. Longtime Apple customers think that logo is indicative of a different era for Apple, a time when the company had a more down-to-earth, unique, and playful aura. Now Apple is one of the most powerful and richest companies in the world–it’s a monolith, and so the logo it uses on its products is reflective of that. A lot of users long for those good ol’ days, but the truth of the matter is that that kind of thinking is as dated as the six colors logo. Apple can still do fun, it just needs a modern interpretation. We don’t need a carry handle (which was kinda dumb on the iBook, anyway), nor do we need a clamshell design. Playful colors are the way to go. Superficial choice You might be thinking, “Colors? Really, Roman? You forced me to read your superficial reasoning to buy this underpowered laptop?” Well, here’s another, more practical reason why I want this laptop. There are times when I need to bring my laptop with me, but I would rather it not be an expensive MacBook Pro. For instance, when I travel, I bring a 15-year-old MacBook Pro (with a built-in disc burner), and I use it during down times to manage all the trip photos and videos I take. If it breaks, gets stolen, or gets lost, it’s not as devastating a loss as if it were the MacBook Pro. I’ll be happy to replace that old MacBook with Apple’s new budget laptop. It’ll be more powerful than that laptop’s Intel Core i7 Sandy Bridge CPU. And saying the budget laptop will be underpowered is a bit much. If Apple uses an A18 Pro or an A19, we’re talking about M1-like performance, which is good for general productivity and internet access, as well as the basic media management I like to do on vacation. This budget laptop is going to be able to do a lot. Practical and fun? Count me in.

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Apple’s March event: 6 burning questions
Macworld In recent years, Apple has increasingly reserved its media events for major announcements, such as flagship iPhone launches. Iterative product updates with chip bumps now often get the “silent press release” treatment, as the advancements are too insignificant to warrant hour-long keynotes. On March 4, Apple is hosting what it’s calling an “experience” for select members of the media. It’s neither a full-scale keynote nor a mere press release drop. During that week, the company is expected to unveil at least five new products, including a cheaper MacBook, the iPhone 17e, boosted iPads and Macs, and maybe more. While the rumors have given us a solid idea of what to expect from each device, a few key questions remain unanswered. 1. Will the iPhone 17e still have a notch? A year ago, Apple introduced the iPhone 16e, retiring its SE smartphone branding. The rebrand came with some pretty exciting changes, including a superior camera, display, and overall design—plus a not-so-exciting price hike. In a few days, Apple will reportedly launch the iPhone 17e, featuring the A19 and MagSafe compatibility. But what about the notch? Some rumors have suggested that the iPhone 16e’s successor will drop the notch in favor of the more futuristic Dynamic Island. Other relevant leakers have contradicted this claim, stating that the notch is here to stay. Unfortunately, there’s no way to tell for sure which route Apple will take. Apple On one hand, the iPhone SE notoriously maintained its prehistoric look for many years, so redesigning the second-gen “e” iPhone sounds unlikely. On the other hand, the “e” iPhone, despite costing more, offers fewer features than certain budget smartphones, so Apple may want to make it more enticing by adopting the Dynamic Island. Both options sound plausible. 2. Will Apple tease any unreleased AI features? During WWDC24, Apple previewed Siri 2.0, featuring on-screen content awareness and personal context understanding. The company failed to meet its original deadline, and, eons later, the tools are still nowhere to be found. While we recently expected them to debut with iOS 26.4, the upgraded Apple Intelligence features may have been delayed, yet again, till a future OS release. Apple Certain reports now suggest that Apple will launch the new AI features as part of iOS 26.5. If true, it would be safe to assume that the engineers currently have working test software. In this case, will Apple tease these AI features during the March 4 experience to reassure its users and shareholders, or has it learned from its previous mistake not to make promises about unfinished technology? We’ll find out soon. 3. How cheap will the new MacBook be? The low-cost MacBook will likely be the March 4 experience’s headlining release. According to credible leakers, Apple plans to compete with Chromebooks and other budget-friendly laptops by offering a comparable MacBook model. The notebook will possibly feature the iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro processor in a vibrant 12.9-inch chassis. This would make it ideal for customers who don’t have the budget for a $999 MacBook Air or need the power of an M-series chip. But how “cheap” will it actually be? While some reports suggest that the new MacBook will start at $599, others indicate that it could fall in the $699-799 range. For reference, the Google Store sells Acer Chromebooks that cost as little as $179, with mid-range models costing around $300-600, and higher-end editions going for no more than $800. Taking this into consideration, it would make more sense for Apple to target the mid-range Chromebooks with a $599 price tag. This would lure students and young adults, potentially winning them as lifelong customers through the ecosystem lock-in. But Apple pricing doesn’t always make sense—ahem, iPhone 16e—so a higher price of $799 wouldn’t exactly surprise us. 4. What M5 chip variants will we get? Beyond the affordable MacBook, Apple could announce new M5 MacBook Pro and Mac Studio models within the next week. The MacBook Pro will likely get M5 Pro and M5 Max configurations, following last year’s vanilla M5 debut. Will customers get to configure the CPU and GPU? Certain reports, along with the online Apple Store’s updated Mac purchasing flow, suggest that users will finally get to pick the number of CPU and GPU cores separately. Meanwhile, Apple has a long history of limiting the variety of SKUs and maintaining a simple product approach. As such, we can’t really tell. In the Mac Studio department, it remains unclear if Apple will release an M5 Ultra edition. The current Mac Studio comes in M4 Max and M3 Ultra variants, and Apple has stated that not every M-series chip will get an Ultra tier. So, Apple could offer the M5 Max as an option, along with either the unreleased M4 Ultra or all-new M5 Ultra. We’ll have to wait and see. Apple 5. Will Apple raise prices? The surge in demand for AI slop generation has led to a RAM shortage and subsequent price increases. Does this mean Apple will also start charging more for its products? Well, it’s hard to predict. CEO Tim Cook recently stated that the RAM crisis won’t significantly hurt Apple in the second quarter of the year, but he didn’t rule out a price hike, either. 6. What’s the second Studio Display tier all about? Apple first launched the Studio Display four years ago, and a refresh is overdue. While we’ve long expected the company to release a Studio Display 2 in the near future, macOS code reveals that there will actually be two new Studio Displays, not one. At least one of them is rumored to adopt support for HDR content and a 120Hz refresh rate. Will the second model miss out on these premium perks and cost way less, or will it differ in size to cater to more customers? We’ll get some answers soon. Apple

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This bundle with 14 Mac apps & 1,000+ learning courses is just $69.99
Macworld TL;DR: Get 14 Mac productivity apps plus lifetime access to 1,000+ StackSkills courses for just $69.99 (MSRP $1,069.87). Most bundles sound impressive but end up collecting digital dust. The Mac Magic App Bundle with StackSkills Lifetime is different. For $69.99 (MSRP: $1,069.87), you’re getting 14 practical Mac apps, plus lifetime access to over 1,000 online courses. Let’s start with the apps. This bundle covers the everyday stuff that slows you down: batch renaming files (Mass Rename), organizing folders (Folder Organizer), exporting file lists, tracking receipts (ReceiptBox), converting audio, managing playlists, exporting podcasts, and even controlling smart home devices like Philips Hue, LIFX, and WeMo — directly from your Mac. There’s also Text Workflow, a text expander alternative that helps you cut repetitive typing and save time daily. Then there’s the StackSkills lifetime pass. You get unlimited access to 1,000+ courses in IT, development, business, marketing, finance, graphic design, wellness, and more — with new courses added monthly. It’s structured for real-world skill building, whether you’re leveling up at work or exploring a side hustle. It’s a productivity boost for your Mac and a long-term investment in your skills — without recurring fees. Get this Mac Magic App Bundle with StackSkills for $69.99 (MSRP: $1,069.87). Mac Magic App Bundle with StackSkills LifetimeSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Wireless CarPlay without replacing anything for $35
Macworld TL;DR: For just $34.99, this mini adapter converts wired CarPlay or Android Auto into fast, reliable wireless—no apps, no cables, no headaches. If your car already has factory-wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you’re halfway there. The only thing holding you back? That charging cable you plug in every single time you get in the car. This Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Adapter upgrades your existing system into a fully wireless setup for just $34.99 (MSRP $59.99). No stereo swap. No complicated install. Just plug it in once, pair via Bluetooth, and you’re done. After that, it reconnects automatically within three seconds every time you start the car. Thanks to dual-band 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz chips, you get fast, stable performance that feels OEM-level. Navigation, music streaming, calls, messaging, Siri, Google Assistant—it all works exactly as it should. Even better, it supports your factory touchscreen, steering wheel buttons, and voice commands. It’s over 50% smaller than standard adapters, designed to sit flush and stay out of sight. Compatible with 1,000+ vehicle models, iPhone 6+ and Android 11+, it’s built to handle heat, surges, and real-world driving conditions. This may be the easiest way to modernize your ride without touching your dashboard. Pick up the Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Adapter for $34.99 (MSRP $59.99). Mini Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto AdapterSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 now available on Apple TV
More than two years after its first season wrapped, Apple TV has finally premiered the long-awaited return of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Here’s what to expect. more…

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Plaintiffs took 'unsupported leap' in lawsuit Apple hopes to get dismissed
Apple has requested that the lawsuit against its AI delays and response to an Epic injunction be dismissed. It cites that both counts are unsubstantiated.Apple's AI delays are fodder for class action lawsuitsThere are multiple lawsuits around Apple's delay of a more personalized Siri. One class action suit is being led by South Korea's National Pension Service, and claims that Apple's recent actions have cost billions in stock market losses.According to a report from Reuters, Apple is being targeted by two counts of defrauding shareholders. The first claim is that Apple is overpromising Siri capabilities, Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Netflix backs down, Paramount now likely to acquire Warner Bros.
Paramount is now on track to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery, as Netflix has announced it will not provide a competing offer to purchase the studio.HBO Max could soon become property of Paramount.Warner Bros. Discovery has been working to find the right buyer for months now. In October 2025, it was even reported that Apple TV was among the companies in discussions with Warner Bros. executives regarding a potential purchase agreement.Two months later, Netflix emerged as the top contender and potential new owner of Warner Bros. Discovery. However, the enthusiasm was short-lived, as Paramount offered to buy the venerable Warner Bros studios and its extensive library for $31 per share, as part of an all-cash deal. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple Vision Pro owners get sports-related fix to keep F1 & MLS streams looking crisp
Sports MultiView is one of those features that makes Apple Vision Pro a viable purchase, so of course Apple is willing to rush out the visionOS 26.3.1 update just to fix an issue with that feature.Sports MultiView is an excellent feature on Apple Vision Pro. Image source: AppleIt's been two years since Apple Vision Pro arrived on the market, and there still isn't a "killer app." That said, the product has a lot of small features that make it worthwhile, and one of them is sports MultiView.Apple released visionOS 26.3.1 on Thursday evening with a fix specifically for sports MultiView. The release notes say that a flicker issue could occur while using MultiView in the Apple TV app. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Apple asks court to dismiss proposed class action over Siri AI fraud claims
The lawsuit accuses Apple of having misled investors about the timeline and readiness of its Apple Intelligence and Siri features, as well as in relation to the Epic Games case. Here are the details. more…

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Netflix drops bid to buy HBO, Warner Bros. Discovery
Netflix won’t be the new owners of Warner Bros. Discovery after all. Back in December, the company beat out Paramount with a huge $83 billion deal to acquire WBD, but today the company dropped its bid. more…

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Brazil is Apple TV's second largest market & is growing fast, says Eddy Cue
Apple TV is doing great in Brazil, but services chief Eddy Cue says Apple doesn't have any plans for new content developed in the country.Apple's SVP of services, Eddy Cue, says Brazil is Apple TV's fastest-growing market.During a special press event on February 4, Apple previewed content coming to its streaming service in 2026, with several new films and series set to debut on Apple TV later in the year. However, we didn't hear much about Apple's international streaming-related endeavors — until now.Apple's Senior Vice President of Services, Eddy Cue, revealed a few key details about the future of Apple TV in an interview with the Brazilian publication Folha de Sao Paulo, spotted by 9to5mac. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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visionOS 26.3.1 now available with Apple TV app fix
Apple has released visionOS 26.3.1 for Apple Vision Pro users today. The update fixes a flickering problem in the Apple TV app, according to the release notes. more…

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9to5Rewards: Win a MacBook Pro and BenQ’s 27″ 4K Nano Gloss Monitor [Giveaway]
We’re giving away Apple’s latest MacBook Pro to one lucky reader this month courtesy of our friends at BenQ to celebrate the company’s MA series of monitors for Mac. The winner will also receive the new BenQ 27″ 4K Nano Gloss Monitor for MacBook! Head below to enter the giveaway and learn more about the new monitors. more…

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New book explores Steve Jobs’ NeXT years and the road to his Apple comeback
In the upcoming book “Steve Jobs in Exile,” author Geoffrey Cain will explore the lesser-told story of the years that preceded, and ultimately prepared, Steve Jobs for his historic return to Apple. Here are the details. more…

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Apple seeks dismissal of fraud lawsuit over Siri AI promises, Epic Games injunction
Apple urged a San Jose federal judge to toss out a proposed shareholder class action accusing it of double fraud: first by hyping Siri's AI… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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iOS 26’s Apple Maps feature can save you from traffic, here’s how to set it up
iOS 26 brought several solid upgrades to Apple Maps, including a feature centered on your typical routes and patterns that might save you from unexpected traffic delays. more…

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Apple’s low-cost MacBook may skip some features you won’t miss
Macworld Apple will make a special announcement next week, and rumors strongly suggest that we will see a new low-end MacBook that will sit below the MacBook Air. While it’s already taken for granted that this new MacBook will have the A18 Pro iPhone chip inside, there are questions about what else Apple will cut to make this laptop more affordable. Thanks to inside information from Apple, we may now have a clue as to what customers will be missing out on if they choose the new low-end MacBook. A closer look at what’s missing Based on internal files accidentally leaked by Apple last year, which were seen by Macworld, there are some key features that may be left out of the new MacBook. These files came from an internal macOS kernel and include drivers and hardware specifications for unreleased devices. For instance, the hardware spec sheet for the new low-end MacBook suggests it won’t support high-impedance headphones, as it uses the same audio DAC as the M1 MacBook Air. The low-cost MacBook appears to be using some internal parts last seen in the M1 MacBook Air.Foundry High-impedance headphones offer better sound quality and less distortion, which is ideal for audiophiles and professionals. Apple introduced support for this technology on Macs with the M2 chip and later, but apparently, the company decided to use a cheaper audio DAC for its cheaper MacBook. It also seems that this new MacBook will have a less premium display. The files make no mention of the driver required by the True Tone sensor, which adjusts the display temperature based on ambient light. Instead, this Mac relies on the old sensor that only adjusts the display brightness level based on ambient light. It was first introduced on the iPad in 2016 and has appeared on nearly every Apple display since. Another thing missing from the files for the new, cheaper MacBook is the “AppleHighVoltageCharger” driver, which essentially enables support for more powerful chargers for faster charging. This means that the low-end MacBook will likely take longer to recharge than the newer MacBooks. Fast charging support on Apple laptops also came with the M2 MacBooks, so that’s another similarity that the low-end MacBook will have with the M1 MacBook Air. When it comes to wireless connectivity, the new MacBook is expected to have the same Wi-Fi chip as the A16 iPad, which supports Wi-Fi 6, while the current M4 MacBook Air supports the faster Wi-Fi 6E standard. Customers can also expect standard USB-C rather than Thunderbolt. One last thing: the new MacBook might lack a backlit keyboard, one of the key features of all MacBooks for many years. While this may disappoint some users, it’s worth remembering that the old plastic MacBook didn’t have a backlit keyboard either, nor does the non-Pro Magic Keyboard for iPad. However, this Mac will likely keep Touch ID for easy and secure authentication. The cheap MacBook might not have a backlit keyboard.Foundry Bummer but not a dealbreaker Although the list of missing features may sound alarming, the reality is that most of these compromises are unlikely to be dealbreakers for the target audience. This isn’t a MacBook aimed at audio engineers with studio headphones or creative pros who rely on color-accurate displays and high-speed external storage. It’s designed for students, first-time Mac buyers, and everyday users who primarily browse the web, write documents, and stream media. For these users, this low-end MacBook will offer more than enough power to run everyday tasks, plus a high-resolution display, and wireless connectivity that’s still fast enough for browsing and streaming. For buyers who need those higher-end capabilities, the MacBook Air remains in the lineup. For everyone else, the new low-end MacBook could represent a more accessible entry into the Mac ecosystem.

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Patch Tuesday, January 2026 Edition
Microsoft today issued patches to plug at least 113 security holes in its various Windows operating systems and supported software. Eight of the vulnerabilities earned Microsoft's most-dire "critical" rating, and the company warns that attackers are already exploiting one of the bugs fixed today.

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Who Benefited from the Aisuru and Kimwolf Botnets?
Our first story of 2026 revealed how a destructive new botnet called Kimwolf rapidly grew to infect more than two million devices by mass-compromising a vast number of unofficial Android TV streaming boxes. Today, we'll dig through digital clues left behind by the hackers, network operators, and cybercrime services that appear to have benefitted from Kimwolf's spread.

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The Kimwolf Botnet is Stalking Your Local Network
The story you are reading is a series of scoops nestled inside a far more urgent Internet-wide security advisory. The vulnerability at issue has been exploited for months already, and it's time for a broader awareness of the threat. The short version is that everything you thought you knew about the security of the internal network behind your Internet router probably is now dangerously out of date.

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Happy 16th Birthday, KrebsOnSecurity.com!
KrebsOnSecurity.com celebrates its 16th anniversary today! A huge "thank you" to all of our readers -- newcomers, long-timers and drive-by critics alike. Your engagement this past year here has been tremendous and truly a salve on a handful of dark days. Happily, comeuppance was a strong theme running through our coverage in 2025, with a primary focus on entities that enabled complex and globally-dispersed cybercrime services.

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Dismantling Defenses: Trump 2.0 Cyber Year in Review
The Trump administration has pursued a staggering range of policy pivots this past year that threaten to weaken the nation’s ability and willingness to address a broad spectrum of technology challenges, from cybersecurity and privacy to countering disinformation, fraud and corruption. These shifts, along with the president’s efforts to restrict free speech and freedom of the press, have come at such a rapid clip that many readers probably aren’t even aware of them all.

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Most Parked Domains Now Serving Malicious Content
Direct navigation -- the act of visiting a website by manually typing a domain name in a web browser -- has never been riskier: A new study finds the vast majority of "parked" domains -- mostly expired or dormant domain names, or common misspellings of popular websites -- are now configured to redirect visitors to sites that foist scams and malware.

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Microsoft Patch Tuesday, December 2025 Edition
Microsoft today pushed updates to fix at least 56 security flaws in its Windows operating systems and supported software. This final Patch Tuesday of 2025 tackles one zero-day bug that is already being exploited, as well as two publicly disclosed vulnerabilities.

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Drones to Diplomas: How Russia’s Largest Private University is Linked to a $25M Essay Mill
A sprawling academic cheating network turbocharged by Google Ads that has generated nearly $25 million in revenue has curious connections to a Kremlin-connected oligarch whose Russian university builds drones for Russia's war against Ukraine.

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SMS Phishers Pivot to Points, Taxes, Fake Retailers
China-based phishing groups blamed for non-stop scam SMS messages about a supposed wayward package or unpaid toll fee are promoting a new offering, just in time for the holiday shopping season: Phishing kits for mass-creating fake but convincing e-commerce websites that convert customer payment card data into mobile wallets from Apple and Google. Experts say these same phishing groups also are now using SMS lures that promise unclaimed tax refunds and mobile rewards points.

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Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Our Apple award-winning MacBook Price Trackers are continually updated with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability for 16" and 14" MacBook Pros along with 13" and 15" MacBook Airs from Apple's authorized online retailers. We include prices for open-box MacBooks that might be available as well. Current sales range up to $200+ off MSRP for new MacBook Airs and up to $400+ off MacBook Pros: - 16" MacBook Pros - 14" MacBook Pros - 15" MacBook Airs - 13" MacBook Airs

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Updated iPad Price Trackers
We've updated our Apple award-winning iPad Price Trackers with the latest information from Apple on 11th-generation A16 iPads as well as M3-powered 11" & 13" iPad Airs and the new M5-powered iPad Pros. We track prices from 20+ Apple retailers, including Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, B&H, and many more: - iPads - iPad minis - iPad Airs - iPad Pros You can also find the best price on an iPad accessory: - Apple Pencils - iPad Keyboards Our trackers are updated continuously with the very latest prices.

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Base 256GB 11-inch M5 iPad Pro on sale for $799, $200 off Apple’s MSRP
Sams Club has Apple's 256GB 11" M5 WiFi iPad Pro on sale for $200 off MSRP, only $799. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 11" M5 iPad Pro 256GB WiFi: $799.01, $200 off Sams Club membership required. For the latest sales and deals, see our 11-inch iPad Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple’s 24-inch M4 iMacs remain on sale for up to $200 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 24-inch M4 iMacs on sale this week for $150-$200 off MSRP, starting at $1149, each including free shipping: - 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1149.99, $150 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1349, $150 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1549, $150 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1699, $200 off MSRP Amazon's prices are the lowest available for one of these new iMacs. Note that stock can vary. Price posted above is the lowest price available for each standard configuration, regardless of color. For the latest prices and deals, see our iMac Price Tracker, updated daily.

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11-inch M5 iPad Pros on sale for $100-$132 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 11-inch M5 WiFi iPad Pros on stock today and on sale for $100-$132 off MSRP. Shipping is free. These are the lowest 11" iPad Pro prices currently available: - 11" 256GB M5 iPad Pro: $899 $100 off MSRP - 11" 512GB M5 iPad Pro: $1099 $100 off MSRP - 11" 1TB M5 iPad Pro: $1499 $100 off MSRP - 11" 2TB M5 iPad Pro: $1867.45 $132 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, see our iPad Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pros on sale for up to $300 off MSRP at Amazon
Amazon has 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) on sale for up to $300 off Apple's MSRP as part of their current sales. Shipping is free. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller: - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Black): $2239, $260 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Silver): $2249, $250 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Black): $2599, $300 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Silver): $2599, $300 off MSRP These are the lowest sale prices on new 16" Apple MacBook Pros right now. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple AirPods 4 on sale this weekend for $99, regularly $129
Amazon has Apple AirPods 4 in stock and on sale for $30 off MSRP this weekend, including free shipping: - AirPods 4: $99 $30 (23%) off MSRP Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.

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Get a 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro for up to $174 at Amazon with their latest sale prices
Amazon is offering $100-$174 discounts on new 14" M5 MacBook Pros this weekend, each including free shipping: - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1499, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1449, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1599, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1669, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Black): $1869, MSRP $1999 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Silver): $1825, MSRP $1999 These are the lowest prices available for new M5 MacBook Pros right now. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Take $150 off MacBook Airs at Amazon this weekend
Amazon has 13" and 15" M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $150 off Apple's MSRP this weekend. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $849.99, $150 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1049.99, $150 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1249, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $1049.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1249.99, $150 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB/): $1449.99, $150 off These are the lowest M4 MacBook Air prices currently available at Apple retailers. For the latest sales & prices see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, both updated daily.

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16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pro in stock for $400 off Apple’s MSRP
Don't pay full price! B&H Photo is offering a $400 discount on the Space Black 16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB) right now. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Black): $3599, $400 off MSRP This is the lowest price available for Apple's top-of-the-line MacBook Pro. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple’s most affordable iPads are back on sale for $50 off MSRP, from $299
Amazon has Apple's 11th-generation A16 WiFi iPads in stock on sale again for $50 off MSRP right now. Shipping is free: - 11" 11th-generation 128GB WiFi iPads: $299 $50 off MSRP - 11" 11th-generation 256GB WiFi iPads: $399 $50 off MSRP - 11" 11th-generation 512GB WiFi iPads: $599 $50 off MSRP Amazon's prices are the lowest iPads prices currently available for 11th-generation models. For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our iPad Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Deal Alert! Verizon is selling Apple AirPods 3 for only $184, $65 off MSRP
Verizon has Apple AirPods Pro 3 on sale for 26% off MSRP on their online store right now. Their price is the lowest price available for these AirPods from any Apple retailer. Verizon service is not required for purchase. Buy online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Sale price for online orders only, in-store price may vary. - AirPods Pro 3nd-generation: $184 $65 (26%) off For the latest prices and sales, see our Apple AirPods Price Tracker, updated daily.

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