Tim Cook didn’t rule out price rises for Apple products, and here’s why
Apple CEO Tim Cook declined to comment on repeated questions during Thursday’s earnings call about how the company would respond to rising memory costs. The decision on whether to absorb rising costs or pass them on to customers in the form of higher prices is not going to be an easy one, and a look at the numbers makes it clear why Cook was unwilling to rule out the latter possibility … more…

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AI demand forcing Apple to look for alternatives to TSMC
Apple is no longer the biggest client for chip foundry TSMC, and as it loses its stranglehold on the global supply chain, Tim Cook may have to turn to other manufacturers to meet demand for the iPhone and Mac.Apple wouldn't return to Intel-designed processors, but it could get Intel to manufacture its Apple Silicon designsAs previously reported, Nvidia is now the single largest client for TSMC, but losing that top spot is causing problems for Apple. Specifically, it no longer has the buying power to commandeer TSMC's entire output.According to the Wall Street Journal, this means Apple is therefore having to compete for capacity with firms such as Nvidia, and it is not getting what it needs. Tim Cook alluded to this in Apple's latest earnings call, dismissing questions about memory shortages by saying the company is more concerned with processors. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Creator Studio vs. Creative Cloud: Can Apple’s new suite take on Adobe?
Macworld Apple Creator Studio is now available, and it provides a good alternative for creators who want professional image, audio, and video editing software at more affordable prices. Its direct competitor, of course, is Adobe’s Creative Cloud, which still dominates the market with a suite of powerful tools. If you’re a Mac user, you’re probably wondering which one is worth subscribing to, whether you are someone who already works with Adobe apps or are just starting your journey as a creator. This guide breaks down both suites, what apps they include, how those apps compare to each other, and which creators benefit the most from each ecosystem. Apple Creator Studio: Overview Although Apple Creator Studio was announced in January, the apps in the bundle have been around for quite some time and are well known among independent and professional creators. Those who subscribe to the bundle will get access to a variety of apps, including Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage. An interesting detail about Apple Creator Studio is that it also provides access to extra features and a Content Hub with “high-quality photos, graphics, and illustrations” in Keynote, Pages, Numbers, and Freeform. Apple’s simple Creator Studio interfaces are deceptively powerful.Foundry All of these apps are still available on the App Store as individual purchases, but the Creator Studio version comes with exclusive templates and even some AI features to help you generate new projects. Apple Creator Studio costs $12.99 per month or $129 per year, with a free one-month trial. Students and teachers can subscribe for just $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year. The subscription can be shared with up to five other people through iCloud Family Sharing. Apple Creator Studio Price When Reviewed: $12.99 per month or $129 per year Best Prices Today: $129 at Apple (Annual) The bundle offered by Apple is an excellent deal considering the individual price of each of these apps. The Mac version of Final Cut Pro alone costs $299, which is already more expensive than paying for a whole year’s subscription to Creator Studio. Add them all up, and you’d pay nearly $700 and lose out on some features and the benefits of the Content Hub. It’s also worth noting that Apple Creator Studio is available for both Mac and iPad users, although some features are exclusive to macOS. Adobe Creative Cloud: Overview Adobe Creative Cloud has established itself as the industry standard for creators, especially among professionals working in agencies or team environments. Unlike Apple, Adobe offers multiple plans with access to various combinations of apps and features. You can’t buy any of Adobe’s apps separately, although you can subscribe to any of them individually if you want. Adobe’s most affordable monthly plans are based on a 12-month commitment, and there are hefty cancellation fees. Adobe’s Creative Cloud has powerful tools aimed at audio and video professionals.Foundry The basic Adobe Creative Cloud plan costs $54.99 per month if you choose to subscribe for a year or $599.88 per year. It includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Acrobat Pro, and InDesign. If you want the plan with all Adobe apps (including Audition for audio editing), it will cost you $69.99 per month or $779.88 a year. Adobe Creative Cloud Read our review Price When Reviewed: Annual plan paid monthly: $59.99 | Annual plan paid upfront: $659.88 Best Prices Today: $59.99 at Adobe (monthly) | $82.99 at Amazon | $659.88 at Adobe (annually) There’s also a cheaper plan for photographers, which includes Photoshop and Lightroom for $19.99 per month. That’s cheaper than getting Photoshop alone ($22.99). Adobe has apps available for both Mac and iPad. The apps are also compatible with Windows PCs, and there are some mobile apps for the iPhone as well. However, you can’t share your subscription with others. If you opt to get all of Adobe’s apps, you’ll pay more than $50 a month.Foundry How do the main apps compare? As you can see, both Apple Creator Studio and Adobe Creative Cloud come with a bunch of apps. But for this comparison, let’s focus on the main apps in each suite, which are those designed for editing video, images, and audio. Video editing with Final Cut Pro vs Adobe Premiere Final Cut Pro has become popular among many independent creators due to its intuitive and easy-to-use interface. One of its most popular features is the magnetic timeline, which allows users to compose their videos with ease. Even if it’s your first time using the software, you’ll be able to quickly start editing videos in no time. If you’re a Mac user, Final Cut Pro has a significant performance advantage over Premiere. Since Final Cut is built by Apple, it takes full advantage of macOS and Apple’s own chips to render videos in much less time. You won’t see any slowdowns when editing 4K videos. Adobe Premiere has an iPhone app, but Final Cut Pro doesn’t.Foundry Adobe Premiere, on the other hand, trades simplicity for more advanced features related to color grading and refinement. Adobe’s video editor also comes with built-in generative AI tools. For instance, you can generate extra frames based on your existing videos or even transcribe audio into subtitles. As a result, the interface may seem more complex for beginners. However, Premiere excels when it comes to group work, as the software integrates with Adobe Creative Cloud for easy collaborative workflows. It’s also worth noting that Premiere is available for both macOS and Windows. Final Cut Pro, on the other hand, is exclusive to macOS. Both apps have mobile versions that let you start projects on the go and finish them on the desktop version. Premiere Mobile even works on the iPhone, while Final Cut is limited to the iPad.   Image editing with Pixelmator Pro vs Adobe Photoshop Pixelmator Pro has an Apple-like interface, but it wasn’t originally developed by Apple. Rather, it was recently acquired by the company and is part of the Apple Creator Studio bundle. The software is essentially an image editor that competes with Adobe Photoshop and also offers some vector features like Illustrator. When it comes to available features, Pixelmator Pro has the requisite tools most creators need for color correction, retouching, compositing, and filters. The interface is also very clean and easy to use, even if you don’t consider yourself a professional. Like Photoshop, you can edit photos and create new illustrations using layers, and use a variety of vector tools and brushes. Pixelmator Pro is a Photoshop alternative, but it can’t rival all of its features.Foundry Pixelmator Pro comes with some great templates for social media posts, posters, and even device mockups. And most importantly, Pixelmator Pro integrates deeply with the Apple ecosystem, providing a seamless experience for Mac and iPad users. Photoshop, meanwhile, is considered the industry standard when it comes to image editing, and is probably one of the most powerful software programs in this segment, with advanced tools for masks, filters, plugins, and RAW editing. It also works with many third-party plugins that extend its capabilities even further. Photoshop also lets users fill or generate images with AI, which you can’t do with Pixelmator Pro. Similar to Premiere, Photoshop also has a more complex interface for those who aren’t familiar with image editing software. And because it has many more features than Pixelmator Pro, the learning curve is also much steeper. If you’re a professional photographer or artist, Photoshop remains the best option on the market. Not only because of its more advanced tools, but also because it allows users to easily collaborate and share projects. However, if you’re an independent creator and just want good, easy-to-use software, Pixelmator Pro is more than capable of getting the job done. While Pixelmator Pro is exclusive to Mac and iPad, Photoshop is available for the Mac, Windows PCs, and the iPad, with a mobile version available for the iPhone as well. Audio editing with Logic Pro and Audition Finally, both suites have audio editing software for podcasters and musicians. Apple’s Logic Pro is one of the most popular audio editing software programs among music producers and is widely used by major artists. It lets you edit recorded audio and also work with instruments, samples, and effects with advanced mixing tools. Logic Pro is a favorite app among professional music producers and artists.Apple Adobe Audition is also a powerful piece of software, but it’s more aimed at basic audio editing, mixing, and restoration. It’s widely used by video creators and podcasters, especially since it has a powerful feature for removing background noise with AI. Although both are audio editors, they’re not exactly direct competitors. If you want to produce music, Logic Pro is definitely the best choice. But if you just need to edit audio for video or podcast projects, Audition is probably a better bet. Logic Pro is available for macOS and iPadOS, while Audition is available for macOS and Windows, with no iPad app. Which one should you choose? If you work in a team or often collaborate on projects, Adobe Creative Cloud is probably still the best option available. It’s geared toward professionals who need the most advanced tools and have familiar yet powerful interfaces. Although Adobe apps are not exactly optimized for the Mac, they offer tools that no other software has. In addition, they’re perfect for people working cross-platform and seeking integration between Adobe’s own apps. Adobe’s apps are more powerful with complex interfaces.Foundry Of course, Adobe Creative Cloud prices are much higher than Apple’s, and Adobe’s cancellation policies are still a common point of criticism among users. But there’s a reason why so many people continue pay for it. Apple Creator Studio, on the other hand, is more focused on independent creators and beginners who want to get started without learning complex interfaces. This doesn’t mean that the software is bad, far from it. Final Cut Pro is one of the best video editors available, and one of the easiest to use as well. Likewise, Logic Pro is extremely popular among musicians. As for Pixelmator Pro, it can’t rival Photoshop for creating art projects, but it works decently for most people who just need to retouch images and create artworks. If you’re deeply immersed in the Apple ecosystem, especially if you have a Mac, and want good, reliable software, you should definitely consider giving Apple Creator Studio a try. At just $12.99 per month, it’s an extremely compelling option. And even if you already use Adobe software, switching to Apple Creator Studio may be worth it if you want to save money and don’t need everything that Adobe apps offer.

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New Mac configurator may point to separate CPU and GPU options
Apple last week changed the way you buy a Mac online, removing the previous lineup of customizable pre-configured options and instead putting you straight into configuring your spec from scratch. While at first glance this seems a somewhat strange thing to do, arguably making it a little more complicated for a non-tech buyer to choose their Mac, the change could provide support for a theory that Apple will allow you to separate CPU and GPU options when buying an M5 Pro or Max Mac … more…

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Ugreen Nexode 200W Charging Station Review: Eight ports, serious desktop power
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 8 ports in compact body 3x 100W PD 3.0 ports Stand included Cons Won’t fast-charge 16-inch MacBook Pro: no 140W PD 3.1 port 200W max output may limit Our Verdict You won’t find a desktop charger with this number of USB ports and certainly none that we’d trust at a price this competitive. It lacks a 140W PD 3.1 port so isn’t for owners of the 16-inch MacBook Pro, but is fine for 14-inch Pro or MacBook Air users, and of course iPad and iPhone charging. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$99.99 Best Prices Today: Ugreen Nexode 200W USB-C 8-Port Desktop Charger Retailer Price $69.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Desktop chargers make tiny wall-based plugs look puny, although there are some wall-charger beasts available, such as the Anker Charger (140W, 4 Port) or Ugreen Nexode 100W USB-C GaN 4-Port Charger. Anything bigger would likely just fall out of the power socket. While wall chargers are more portable, nothing beats a bruising desktop charger boasting a long array of charging ports connected to a power socket with its own solid cable and plug. Check out the most powerful: the 6-port Ugreen Nexode Desktop Charger behemoth with a maximum output of 500W. Nothing, that is, aside from a USB-C power extender that adds new AC power sockets into the port mix. Again, Ugreen has our favorite of these: the 100W Power Strip DigiNest Pro that hosts four USB ports and three AC sockets. The company has another multi-device charger to satisfy all our desktop power needs, the Nexode 200W GaN USB-C Charging Station that bristles with an incredible eight ports. The desktop charger comes with a detachable stand for vertical placement. Simon Jary Multiple powers: What you can charge 3x USB-C (100W PD 3.0) 2x USB-C (30W) 2x USB-C (15W) 2x USB-A (15W) Eight is a lot of ports, but we have seen more on a charger. The Plugable PS-10CC has ten, but with a maximum output of 100W, compared to the Ugreen’s 200W. That Plugable charger is a clever so and so, intelligently prioritizing real-time device charging in order of need. With twice the max output the Ugreen desktop charger can spread its power between ports with maybe less agility but with more force. The first three USB-C ports (USB-C-C1, C2 and C3) can each output 100W. USB-C C4 and C5 have a top power rating of 30W each, while USB-C C6 and the two USB-A ports A1 and A2 can individually output 15W. 100W (Power Delivery 3.0) is enough to fast-charge every MacBook except the top-end 16-inch MacBook Pro. That laptop can operate well on a 100W charge but not power up to 100% as quickly as it would with 140W (Power Delivery 3.1) pumping in. If you are going to frequently use a desktop charger with the 16-inch MacBook Pro, we suggest you look for one with a 140W port. 30W is easily enough to fast-charge any iPhone or iPad or keep a MacBook Air going while in use. 15W will charge the iPhone or iPad, although at a more sedate pace than 30W. 15W is more than enough to fast-charge an AirPods case or Apple Watch. Simon Jary All eight ports can be used at the same time, but remember that the total output can’t exceed 200W. For more than that, you’ll need a 300W or 500W charger. 200W seems a lot until you try filling all eight ports at the same time. The six-port 500W Ugreen desktop charger is a bit of a misnomer as the first port hogs 240W of power and few desktop-based devices can take that amount of charge—as such, it’s more of a 400W charger in real terms, due to 100W of the 240W realistically not being used or released to the other ports. With all eight ports in use at the same time you could achieve 65W in C1 and 45W each in C2 and C3, and then C4 and C5 sharing 15W and C6+A1+A2 sharing another 15W. That could be a great combination for one MacBook Pro, two MacBook Airs, an iPad and an iPhone. If you just need to give power to a couple of MacBooks, use C1 at 100W and C2 at 85W. You could even keep four MacBooks going with 65W+45W+45W+30W. Ugreen lists all the possible configurations in the user manual. The five-port 300W Ugreen Desktop Charger is the sweet spot for 16-inch MacBook Pro users. That could power configurations such as 140W+100W+60W or 140W+65W+65W+30W. But if your needs stretch to eight devices, you won’t find more USB ports on a desktop charger. Simon Jary Compact design The benefit of one mega-powered desktop charger is that you no longer need so many power points or individual wall chargers in use at the same time. This reduces desk clutter and eliminates writhing cable snakes slithering off the table to find a power outlet. The Nexode 200W itself is more compact than you expect from an eight-port power unit. It measures 4.3 x 4.2 x 1.5 inches (10.9 x 10.6 x 3.8cm) and weighs 1.55lbs (702g). That compares to the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger that has dimensions of 4.6 x 3.75 x 2.1 inches (11.6 x 9.5 x 5.3cm) and 1.85lbs (839g). Simon Jary You can lie it flat or place it vertically in the included stand. The base has anti-slip feet for added stability. The power cord is 6.6 feet (2m) long. There’s no flashy real-time smart display telling you how many watts are being delivered to devices, but you probably don’t need one. If you want a desktop charger with a digital display showing charging status and speed we’d recommend the $169 Anker Prime Charger that also boasts six ports but has a higher max power output of 250W. Price and competition The Ugreen Nexode 200W GaN USB C Charging Station is competitively priced at $99.99 in the U.S., £79.99 in the U.K., and €79.99 in the E.U. It’s half the price of the 5-port Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger ($199 / £149), and $150 cheaper than the Nexode 500W Desktop Charger ($249 / £219). If the 200W max configurations work for you, it’s a great deal for eight ports of power. If you need to simultaneously fast-charge three MacBook Pros or own a 16-inch MacBook Pro, look to the 300W model. Rather than three or four MacBooks, a more likely scenario is a couple of MacBooks, iPads and iPhones plus an Apple Watch and AirPods. This Ugreen charger can cope with that scenario with ease. The $149.99 Satechi 200W USB-C 6-port PD GaN Charger is the closest alternative (direct / Amazon). It boasts 140W PD 3.1 charging so will appeal to owners of the 16-inch Pro and has the same 200W maximum and six USB-C ports but lacks the Nexode’s two USB-A ports. The Satechi’s two MacBook configuration (100W+100W) compares to the Nexode 200W’s 100W+85W; its three-MacBook configuration (100W+45W+45W) compares to the Ugreen’s 65W+65W+45W, so the Ugreen works best if you have two MacBook Pros and one Air but the Satechi works fine on one Pro and two Airs. If you don’t need USB-A ports, the Satechi looks the better deal, although it’s priced at half as much again as the Nexode. That’s a lot extra to pay not to have two USB-A ports but certainly worth it if you need the 140W PD 3.1 port. The $129 Plugable PS-10CC desktop charger has ten USB-C ports and clever priority charging but is limited to just 100W of total simultaneous output. Check out all our best USB-C charger recommendations. Should you buy the Ugreen Nexode 200W GaN USB-C Charging Station? You won’t find a desktop charger with this number of USB ports and certainly none that we’d trust at a price this competitive. The Satechi 200W 6-port PD Charger is its closest rival, but if you don’t need that charger’s 140W port, the Ugreen Nexode 200W represents remarkable value.

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Apple keeps winning today by betting on tomorrow
Macworld Apple, the beleaguered tech giant so far behind in the AI race that it had to ask a rival for help, nevertheless announced startlingly healthy financial results last week, thereby suggesting that, in the tech sector as in Hollywood, nobody knows anything. Maybe customers, who happily spent a record $85 billion on iPhones in late 2025, don’t care about AI as much as we thought. Aside from the eye-watering numbers, however, the most striking thing about Tim Cook’s triumphant earnings call may have been his unwillingness to dwell on the present. Acknowledging that Q1 2026 was “in so many ways a remarkable quarter for Apple,” he went on to stress that the company is “excited for all the opportunities we’ll have in the year ahead to deliver innovations that have never been seen before, and enrich the lives of users every step of the way.” We can debate whether Apple’s priority is truly enriching the lives of its users (the increasing presence of in-software advertising suggests it is at least equally interested in enriching shareholders). Still, it’s certainly true that 2026 is a big year and an inflection point for Apple’s future well-being. One might almost describe the situation as sink-or-swim if the company’s prosperity didn’t make that sound so ridiculous. Right now, Apple isn’t so much swimming as floating above the ocean in an airship made of money. At the risk of repeating the mistakes that led so many of us to underestimate Apple’s prospects during the most recent quarter, one important factor will be the success or failure of the Apple/Google AI partnership. Yes, Apple Intelligence has been a disappointment so far. No, the vast majority of iPhone buyers don’t seem to care… yet. But Apple can’t rely on that remaining the case forever. While AI’s importance–not to mention the value of AI companies–has undoubtedly been exaggerated by interested parties, the technology is filtering through to the mainstream and becoming more of a priority to the average smartphone customer with every passing month. If Gemini-powered Siri, expected to launch within weeks, is a success, then that feeds directly into the success of the iPhone. If it’s a failure… well, people will still buy iPhones, as we’ve seen. But at some point, having no AI tech worth the name will start to eat into those sparkling revenue figures. Let’s hope that doesn’t happen. Talking of iPhones, we’re also looking forward to a pair of key hardware launches in 2026: the iPhone Fold and the iPhone 17e. And these too represent areas where, incredibly, Apple could achieve even more than it has already. While secondary sources suggest that the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro models did the heavy lifting for Apple last quarter, the company will be hoping for a bigger contribution from other parts of the range. The iPhone 16e and iPhone Air were, in very different ways, unappealing options because they made so many compromises without offering much in return; the 16e is a mid-market rather than a true budget phone, and the Air’s superficially impressive slimness has little actual functional benefit. Don’t expect the 17e to be cheaper, but it’s likely to have a better feature set for the same money. And the Fold should give us a usefully radical design. These are just the tip of the iceberg for a year that could, as I’ve written elsewhere, be a wild ride for Apple fans and shareholders alike. I certainly won’t say that it’s make or break, but it does represent a huge opportunity that the company will not wish to squander. Because Apple knows quarters like this aren’t guaranteed to last. The iPhone 17 was an excellent smartphone, and it’s not surprising that lots of people bought it. But it’s excellent in a very traditional way. In the years to come, customers will have different priorities: they may be looking for the ability to run AI, or a foldable, or something far cheaper, or more customisable, or with a better battery life. They may be looking for an entirely different class of device, such as smart glasses or an AI pin. Apple doesn’t know the future, but it knows the future is uncertain. That’s why it spends so much of its resources trying to prepare for the opportunities of tomorrow, rather than congratulating itself on successfully solving the problems of today. Although there were probably some congratulations last week. And deservedly so. Foundry Welcome to our weekly Apple Breakfast column, which includes all the Apple news you missed last week in a handy bite-sized roundup. We call it Apple Breakfast because we think it goes great with a Monday morning cup of coffee or tea, but it’s cool if you want to give it a read during lunch or dinner hours too. Trending: Top stories Intel’s latest chip proves again that Apple made the right decision. Does Tim Cook even care about Apple’s image anymore, asks a faintly horrified Macalope. AI is forcing Alex Blake to buy a new MacBook Pro. Apple doesn’t want AirTag 2 tracking pets. Why not? Why buy a Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold when you can get all this Apple gear instead? The road to the next insanely great Mac is paved with AI. Podcast of the week The latest episode of the Macworld Podcast covers Apple’s new releases: a new AirTag, Apple Creator Studio, and more. You can catch every episode of the Macworld Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, the Podcasts app, or our own site. Reviews corner Journey ALTI Lift: A smart desk mat with 15W Qi2 wireless charging. Nektony App Cleaner & Uninstaller: Smart cleanup, friendly experience. The rumor mill We round up 5 iPhone 18 rumors that will make you hate the phone you have now. The next round of M5 Macs is reportedly ‘ready to go.’ Apple just weeks from unveiling Google-powered Siri makeover, report claims. Sorry Apple fans, Mac prices might be going up this year. Video of the week @macworld.com AirTags: New and Improved #apple #airtag #news ♬ original sound – Macworld – Macworld Apple just announced new AirTags! All is revealed in our latest short. Enjoy our video on TikTok and Instagram. Software updates, bugs, and problems ‘Harmful’ Google ads masquerading as how-tos are tricking Mac users. Apple pulls four iPhone updates following network issues. And then swiftly rolls out a patch. Apple updates iOS 12 for the first time since 2023. And with that, we’re done for this week’s Apple Breakfast. If you’d like to get regular roundups, sign up for our newsletters, including our new email from The Macalope–an irreverent, humorous take on the latest news and rumors from a half-man, half-mythical Mac beast. You can also follow us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, or X for discussion of breaking Apple news stories. See you next Monday, and stay Appley.

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The Anker 140W 4-Port GaN USB-C Charger is $35 Off
Charge 4 different devices at the same time with the Anker GaN charger block, equipped with advanced GaN Technology for optimal performance to accommodate your charging needs.  The charger features advanced safety technology like the advanced Activeshield 4.0 system that monitors the temperatures of your device around 10 million times a day for enhanced safety […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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No iPhone Air 2 This Year, according to Latest Report
We may not be getting an iPhone Air 2 this year, since the company plans to launch the foldable iPhone alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models in the second half of this year, and then the base iPhone 18 model to follow in the first half of next year. Credible sources like […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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New Report Corroborates Split iPhone Release Dates
The rumored plan that Apple will be switching up their launch cycle for the iPhone seems to be more credible with additional sources. A new report from Nikkei Asia corroborates claims made earlier by Ming-Chi Kuo, Bloomberg, and The Information. The company will reportedly prioritize the first foldable iPhone with the iPhone 18 Pro and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple Losing More Researchers As They Plan To Release 2 Siri Versions
Apple will be losing about 4 more researchers in the AI department, on top of a Siri executive in the higher ranks, as the company is planning to launch 2 different versions of the virtual assistant. Apple announced that they plan to launch a revamped, more personalized Siri that will be powered by Gemini. It’s […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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The Anker 3-in-1 Charging Cube is $50 Off
Amazon has a $50 discount for the Anker 3-in-1 charging cube. The charger features 30W and 15W of ultra fast charging in a compact solution capable of meeting your charging needs. It is MagSafe compatible so you can charge your iPhone wirelessly. You can charge 3 devices simultaneously, your iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch without […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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2026 Q1 Earnings Announced By Apple
The first fiscal quarter financial results for this year have been announced by Apple. During Q1, the company has posted a $143.8 billion revenue with a quarterly net profit of $42.1 billion, or a per diluted share of $2.83. A $124.3 billion revenue and $36.3 billion net profit, or per diluted share of $2.40 was […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple Acquires Q.ai for Nearly $2 Billion
Apple has acquired Israeli startup Q.ai, a startup that is developing audio AI technology. The company paid about $2 billion for the acquisition, making this the second largest that Apple has ever done, next to the Beats deal in 2014 that amounted to $3 billion. Q.ai has created technology capable of analyzing facial expressions that’s […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple Unprepared with the Popular Demand for AirPods Pro 3 
Demand for the AirPods Pro 3 was high during its September launch, and with the strong sales, Apple was apparently caught off guard. The AirPods Pro 3 features better sound quality, enhanced ANC, 5 different ear tips for the users to choose from, better water resistance and heart rate monitoring. The CEO stated that they […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Apple TV Series “Ted Lasso” Returning for 4th Season
Renowned drama-comedy series Ted Lasso will be returning for season 4 in the summer of this year. The series is one of the most famous shows ever made on Apple TV, following Ted Lasso, starred by Jason Sudeikis, a small-time coach of the sport football. He  is then hired to coach a struggling pro soccer […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Sebastiaan de With Now Part of the Human Interface Design Team of Apple
Co-founder of Halide, the famous camera app for the iPhone, Sebastiaan de With, has announced that he will be joining Apple’s Human Interface Design team. This marks his return to the company as he worked on MobileMe, the Find My app and iCloud in the past. Sebastiaan is also a prominent figure in photography and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Brandon Sanderson and Apple Sign Deal For Cosmere Universe 
A deal has been signed by Apple with Brandon Sanderson, a famous author on the fantasy genre, giving him film and TV rights to the Cosmere universe. Sanderson has written a lot of books, and some of his popular hits could be adapted into TV films. The Stormlight Archive could be a TV show, and […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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This stacked $399.99 second monitor for MacBooks is now only $180
Macworld TL;DR: The Duex Float is a portable monitor that attaches to the top of your laptop, and it’s on sale now for $180. Second monitors for laptops aren’t uncommon, but most of them suffer from the same design flaw: they’re uncomfortable. Instead of constantly turning your head to see half your workspace, the Duex Float Portable Stacked Monitor gives you another option. This second monitor stacks on top of your laptop, so you can keep your work at eye level, and it’s on sale now for $179.99 (reg. $399.99). The Duex Float is a 15.6-inch 1080p touchscreen that sits above your laptop screen instead of off to the side. That stacked setup helps you keep both displays in front of you, which is easier on your neck and back during long work days. You can adjust the color and brightness to help reduce eye strain during late nights or extra-long sessions. There are three main ways to use it. Dual screen mode lets you extend or mirror your laptop display. Presentation mode flips the screen so you can show content to someone across the table. Desktop mode turns it into a standalone monitor for gaming, content work, or reading. It works with macOS, Windows, Linux, ChromeOS, Nintendo Switch, and select Android phones over USB-C or mini HDMI, including Samsung DeX and M series iPad Stage Manager. At about 4 pounds with a slim profile, the Duex Float is great for travel. A built-in kickstand means you can use it by itself or attach it magnetically to almost any laptop size. In the box, you get the monitor, USB-C and mini HDMI cables, a metal adhesive plate, and a quick guide, plus a one-year warranty from Mobile Pixels. Right now, it’s only $179.99 to get a Duex Float Portable Stacked Monitor. Duex Float Portable Stacked 2nd Monitor for LaptopsSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Apple’s foldable plans may not stop at just one iPhone
Apple hasn’t launched its first foldable iPhone yet, but it is already exploring what could come next, with a clamshell-style foldable reportedly under consideration. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Apple just completely changed how you buy a Mac
Macworld For as long as Apple’s been selling Macs online, it has offered them in a very specific way. There’s the base model, then models with more RAM and storage, higher processor options, larger displays, etc. It requires a bit of study—some models have more storage but less RAM—but it made the pricing very clear. If you go to buy a new Mac from Apple.com today, you’ll notice that things have changed. Instead of a variety of pre-configured options, you’ll see a single product page with “Customizable specs” that let you build your machine from the ground up. For the MacBook Pro, for example, you’ll select from the following options: Display size Color Screen type Chip Processing power Unified memory SSD storage Power adapter Keyboard Pro apps Payment options AppleCare coverage The individual options haven’t changed—you still get 24GB of RAM standard with the M4 Pro and Max processors, for example—but the buying process puts more of an emphasis on building a machine within your budget rather than choosing from a variety of prebuilt configurations. Apple notes that base model options for each machine haven’t changed and will still be available in stores, while the price and delivery time will update in real time as options are chosen. It’s not clear how this will affect third-party sellers such as Amazon and Best Buy, but it’s likely Apple will continue to ship common configurations.  Apple is rumored to offer the ability to customize CPU and GPU cores with the upcoming launch of the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models, so this new system could pave the way for more build-to-order options. It could also be a way to “hide” smaller price increases as memory and other component costs rise throughout 2026. Update February 1: Added additional details.

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Expect more upsells and subscription bundles from Apple, Creator Studio was just the start
In the future, Apple users should expect more paid upgrades and subscription bundles just like what the company launched with Apple Creator Studio last month. As said by Mark Gurman in this week’s Power On newsletter, “I believe Apple is looking at all areas of its software and services” for further services monetization opportunities. Obviously, the appeal of more subscription bundles depends on the particulars. For instance, Apple One has been very popular and seems relatively consumer friendly. But, while Creator Studio is a reasonable deal for hardcore users of Final Cut and Logic Pro, it also introduced exclusive paid features and upsell banners into Apple’s previously free-with-no-asterisks iWork suite of Pages, Keynote and Numbers. more…

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Studio Display refresh looms with three key upgrades
Apple’s long-awaited Studio Display refresh might be happening soon. As noted by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, shipping times for Apple’s Studio Display are slipped to late February and Early March in some configurations… more…

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Clamshell iPhone could be Apple's second foldable
The iPhone Fold hasn't shipped yet, but Apple is still considering its future releases. That follow-up may be that long-rumored smaller clamshell-style iPhone.Renders of a possible clamshell iPhone Fold — image credit: AppleInsiderApple is currently working on a foldable version of the iPhone, referred to by the rumor mill as the iPhone Fold. However, the book-style foldable may not be the only one that Apple ships, as its attention turns to what it could release after its first folding smartphone.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman is still months away from its iPhone Fold launch, but its labs are looking at another foldable device. This time a small, square, clamshell-like iPhone. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Today in Apple history: Stephen Colbert shows off iPad early at Grammys
On February 1, 2010, the tech world went into meltdown when Stephen Colbert used a prerelease iPad to read nominations at the Grammy Awards. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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Report: Apple ‘exploring’ clamshell foldable iPhone as potential follow-up model
In today’s Power On newsletter from Mark Gurman, an interesting new possibility was shared for the iPhone lineup: a smaller, clamshell foldable iPhone. This model is far from fruition, though Apple is currently considering it. more…

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CarPlay Ultra coming to at least one new car later this year, per report
Apple officially launched CarPlay Ultra last year, but only for Aston Martin vehicles. It’s the next-generation version of CarPlay that the company first teased at WWDC 2022 with a revamped design and deeper integration with the car itself. Today, a new report from Bloomberg reveals that CarPlay Ultra will come to at least one major new car later this year … more…

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New MacBook Pro release date: Here’s when M5 Pro and M5 Max might debut
In a snippet of the Power On newsletter released today, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman provided an updated release timeline for the new MacBook Pros with M5 Pro and M5 Max, which are expected to launch before the spring. more…

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M5 Pro, Max updates for MacBook Pro expected alongside macOS 26.3
We said in 2025 that the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro refresh would coincide with the release of macOS 26.3, and a notable leaker agrees with that timetable that we set.MacBook Pro updates to M5 Pro, M5 Max are expected soonApple is widely anticipated to be preparing an update to the MacBook Pro line for the early stages of 2026. While it didn't happen in January, that launch should occur relatively soon.In AppleInsider's previous reporting on the topic, product identifiers revealed in July 2025 details about Apple's future launches, including the first M5 MacBook Pro sightings in late 2025. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Despite the global RAM shortage, this MacBook Pro is only $440 (MSRP $1,999)
Macworld TL;DR: Get a near-mint condition refurbished MacBook Pro on sale for $440 (reg. $1,999). The global RAM shortage is raising prices for new computers across the board, but there’s still a way to get a reliable machine for a good price. This refurbished MacBook Pro is in near-mint condition, but it has still been marked down to $439.99 (reg. $1,999). This 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro uses a 10th-gen quad-core Intel Core i5 processor with a 2.0GHz base speed and Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz. It comes with 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM and a 1TB SSD, so you get fast storage and enough memory for editing, coding, or heavy multitasking. The 13.3-inch Retina display has a 2560×1600 native resolution, True Tone technology, up to 500 nits of brightness, and IPS support for wide viewing angles. The Magic Keyboard includes a Touch Bar for shortcuts and Touch ID for fingerprint login. You get four Thunderbolt 3 ports for charging, external displays, and high-speed accessories, plus 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, stereo speakers, a three-mic array, and a 720p FaceTime HD camera. Battery life is rated for up to 10 hours, and the whole laptop weighs about 3.1 lbs. This unit is listed as Grade A refurbished, which means near-mint condition with very minimal scuffing at most. It comes with an aftermarket 30-day parts and labor warranty from a third party. Right now, you can get a MacBook Pro on sale for $439.99. Offer ends soon. Apple MacBook Pro (2020) 13″ i5 2GHz Touchbar 16GB RAM 1TB SSD Space Gray (Refurbished)See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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AI isn’t replacing people who know how to use it
Macworld TL;DR: trAInedup.ai helps everyday people build real AI skills through short, practical lessons, and a lifetime Basic Plan is available for $79.99. Love it or hate it, AI is now baked into how work gets done. The real advantage isn’t just having access to AI tools. It’s knowing how to use them well. trAInedup.ai is built for people who feel overwhelmed by the hype but still want practical, usable skills, and its lifetime subscription is $79.99 (MSRP $459). Instead of dumping you into technical theory, trAInedup.ai starts with a short skills assessment to figure out what you already know and where AI could actually help you. From there, it builds a personalized learning path made up of short, focused courses that fit into real schedules. Lessons are designed to be applied immediately, not studied endlessly. The content is geared toward real-world use cases like productivity, business tasks, creative work, and everyday workflows. Certificates are included so progress is visible, and community access gives learners a place to share wins and ask questions. AI is becoming a baseline skill — trAInedup.ai focuses on helping you use it and speak to it more clearly. Get lifetime access for $79.99 (MSRP $459). trAInedup.ai Basic Plan: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Drilling Down on Uncle Sam’s Proposed TP-Link Ban
The U.S. government is reportedly preparing to ban the sale of wireless routers and other networking gear from TP-Link Systems, a tech company that currently enjoys an estimated 50% market share among home users and small businesses. Experts say while the proposed ban may have more to do with TP-Link's ties to China than any specific technical threats, much of the rest of the industry serving this market also sources hardware from China and ships products that are insecure fresh out of the box.

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Cloudflare Scrubs Aisuru Botnet from Top Domains List
For the past week, domains associated with the massive Aisuru botnet have repeatedly usurped Amazon, Apple, Google and Microsoft in Cloudflare's public ranking of the most frequently requested websites. Cloudflare responded by redacting Aisuru domain names from their top websites list. The chief executive at Cloudflare says Aisuru's overlords are using the botnet to boost their malicious domain rankings, while simultaneously attacking the company's domain name system (DNS) service.

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11-inch M3 iPad Airs on sale for $100-$110 off Apple’s MSRP
Take $100-$110 off 11-inch M3 iPad Airs at Amazon as part of their current sales. Shipping is free: - 11" 128GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $499, $100 off MSRP - 11" 256GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $599, $100 off MSRP - 11" 512GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $789, $110 off MSRP - 11" 1TB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $989, $119 off MSRP Be sure to order from Amazon itself rather than a third-party seller. These are the lowest prices currently available for new 11" M3-powered iPad Airs. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPad Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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13-inch M5 iPad Pros on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 13-inch M5 WiFi iPad Pros on stock today and on sale for $100-$200 off MSRP. Shipping is free. These are the lowest 13" iPad Pro prices currently available: - 13" 256GB M5 iPad Pro: $1149 $150 off MSRP - 13" 512GB M5 iPad Pro: $1399 $100 off MSRP - 13" 1TB M5 iPad Pro: $1799 $100 off MSRP - 13" 2TB M5 iPad Pro: $2099 $200 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, see our iPad Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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11-inch M5 iPad Pros on sale for $50-$148 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 11-inch M5 WiFi iPad Pros on stock today and on sale for $50-$148 off MSRP. Shipping is free. These are the lowest 11" iPad Pro prices currently available: - 11" 256GB M5 iPad Pro: $949 $50 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: $1851 $148 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, see our iPad Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Take $283 off Apple’s 16-inch MacBook Pros with the latest sale prices at Amazon
Amazon has 16-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) on sale for up to $283 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): $2649, $250 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Silver): $2616, $283 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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Mac mini with M4 Pro CPU on sale for $1289, $110 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has M4 Pro Mac minis on sale for $110 off Apple's MSRP, only $1289. This model has 24GB of memory and 512GB of SSD storage. Shipping is free. Their price is the lowest currently available for this popular mini: - Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1289, $110 off MSRP For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Apple’s most affordable iPads are on sale for $50 off MSRP, from $299
Amazon has Apple's 11th-generation A16 WiFi iPads in stock on sale 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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Apple AirPods Pro 3 on sale for $199, save $50
Amazon has Apple AirPods Pro 3 on sale for $50 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods Pro 3: $199, $50 off Their price is the lowest we've seen so far for these new AirPods Pro models. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.

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Apple’s 14-inch M5-powered MacBook Pros with 16GB of RAM on sale for $200 off MSRP, starting at $1399
Amazon is offering $200 discounts on new 14" M5 MacBook Pros with 16GB of memory, each including free shipping: - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1399, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1399, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1599, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1599, MSRP $1799 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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Amazon has 15-inch M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $200 off Apple’s MSRP
Amazon has all 15" M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $200 off Apple's MSRP, starting at only $999. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $999, $200 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1199, $200 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB/): $1399, $200 off Their prices are the lowest available for new 15" M4 MacBook Airs anywhere. For the latest sales & prices, see our 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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Amazon continues to offer 13-inch M4 MacBook Airs for as little as $799
Amazon has all 13" M4 MacBook Airs on sale for $200 off Apple's MSRP, starting at only $799. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $799, $200 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $999, $200 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1199, $200 off These are the lowest 13-inch M4 MacBook Air prices currently available at Apple retailers. For the latest sales & prices see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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B&H is offering a $200 discount on new 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pros
B&H Photo has 16-inch MacBook Pros with M4 Pro CPUs in stock right now and on sale for $200 off Apple's MSRP. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $2299, $200 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB): $2699, $200 off MSRP These are among the lowest prices currently available for 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pros at Apple retailers. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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New Years Sale: Take $250-$300 off Apple’s 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pros
Amazon has Apple's 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) on New Years sale for $250-$300 off MSRP. Shipping is free. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller: - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1749, $250 off MSRP - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2099, $300 off MSRP For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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