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Lizzy Caplan joins the season five cast of Apple TV’s ‘The Morning Show’

Lizzy Caplan (“Fleishman is in Trouble,” “Masters of Sex”) has joined the season five cast of Apple TV‘s “The Morning Show,” reports Deadline. She will play Gwen, a passionate and uncompromising Broadway theater director. Caplan is the latest big-name recurring cast...

Apple is adopting the UNiDAYS verification system for educational purchases

Apple is now requiring customers in the U.S., Canada, and Chile to verify their status as a student or educator to get educational discounts, notes MacRumors. The tech giant is adopting the UNiDAYS verification system that it uses in other countries, with a new...

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The 24-inch iMac is Apple’s most (only?) ‘fun’ product

Earlier this week Macworld Editor David Price posted an article that you really should read: “The Mac’s slow descent into boredom shows how little fun Apple is having.” And he’s right. The tech giant still makes great products, but the colorful 24-inch iMac is the...

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Thursday May 07
05:30 pm
Apple’s R&D investments surpass 10% of sales as AI race creates ‘sense of urgency’ | Mac Daily News
Apple’s R&D investments surpass 10% of sales as AI race creates ‘sense of urgency’
Apple’s R&D spending reached 10.3% of revenue in the March quarter as the company accelerates its investments in artificial intelligence. The post Apple’s R&D investments surpass 10% of sales as AI race creates ‘sense of urgency’ appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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05:24 pm
Apple published a new Press Release | Is the Apple Store Down?
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:How filmmakers are redefining the art form with MAMI Select: Filmed on iPhone
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04:59 pm
New Apple TV 4K adding AI might look like this Netflix feature | 9 to 5 Mac
New Apple TV 4K adding AI might look like this Netflix feature
A new Apple TV 4K is rumored to launch this fall with AI support, and the latest Netflix feature offers a helpful example of how AI might benefit the Apple TV. more…
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04:53 pm
Philips Hue smart lights will soon be able to react to live sports events in real-time | 9 to 5 Mac
Philips Hue smart lights will soon be able to react to live sports events in real-time
Signify, the company behind Philips Hue and WiZ smart lights, is launching a new Sports Live feature that connects lighting effects to real-time live sports data. The new feature will arrive in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup kickoff in June. more…
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04:30 pm
Hands-on: Lexar ES5 brings MagSafe convenience and ProRes SSD speeds to your iPhone | 9 to 5 Mac
Hands-on: Lexar ES5 brings MagSafe convenience and ProRes SSD speeds to your iPhone
When Apple first introduced MagSafe in the iPhone 12 lineup, I knew it was going to be a hit. It immediately allowed for a modular accessory ecosystem to flourish for the iPhone. But then they gave us USB-C, and that opened the floodgates. Between MagSafe and USB-C, the type of accessories you could mount to your iPhone was basically limitless. One of the coolest examples of that is the Lexar ES5 Magnetic Portable SSD. Spending some time using the ES5 alongside the Blackmagic Camera app, I can confidently say this is one of the more practical MagSafe storage accessories I have tested recently. Here is what you should know. more…
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04:00 pm
Apple Original Films debuts trailer for John Travolta’s ‘Propeller One-Way Night Coach’ | Mac Daily News
Apple Original Films debuts trailer for John Travolta’s ‘Propeller One-Way Night Coach’
Apple Original Films on Wednesday unveiled the trailerfor “Propeller One-Way Night Coach,” written, directed, and narrated by John Travolta… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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03:58 pm
How to reset the NVRAM, PRAM, and SMC on any Mac | Macworld
How to reset the NVRAM, PRAM, and SMC on any Mac
Macworld When your Mac starts acting up, you’ll probably run through some common troubleshooting procedures, such as restarting it, running Disk Utility, and perhaps performing a Safe Boot. Your repair repertoire should also include a couple of additional procedures that can occasionally eliminate otherwise inscrutable problems: zapping the NVRAM and resetting the SMC. The procedures here apply to Intel-based Macs. M-Series Macs don’t have a procedure for zapping the NVRAM, and they don’t have an SMC. For M-series Macs, try shutting down the computer, waiting for several seconds, and then booting it. What is PRAM? Back in the day, the standard list of quick fixes for random Mac ailments always included clearing the PRAM. The “P” in PRAM stands for “parameter” (“RAM” is random access memory), and it refers to a small amount of special, battery-backed memory in every Mac that stores information the computer needs before it loads the operating system. If the values in this memory got out of whack for one reason or another, your Mac might not start up correctly or might exhibit any of numerous odd behaviors afterward. You could press a key sequence at startup to reset (or “zap”) the PRAM, returning it to default, factory values. What is NVRAM? Modern Macs no longer use PRAM; they instead use something called NVRAM (“NV” for non-volatile). NVRAM serves approximately the same purpose as PRAM, but instead of storing a dozen or more pieces of information, it now contains just a few: your selected startup disk, speaker volume, screen resolution, time zone, and—if your Mac has crashed recently—details of the last kernel panic. NVRAM corruption is fairly uncommon, but if your Mac seems to take forever to figure out the correct boot disc, starts up with the wrong screen resolution, or suffers from weird audio problems (like there’s no sound whatsoever or the menu bar’s volume control is grayed out), a reset of the NVRAM might help—it’s quick and harmless. When should you reset NVRAM? If you notice that your Mac settings continuously get thrown out of whack, it might be time to reset the NVRAM. For example, if you notice that your screen resolution or sound volume never stays at the setting you want, or the date and time are always wrong. If you notice annoying problems that don’t get fixed by adjusting your settings, or your settings never seem to take, try resetting the NVRAM. Is it safe to reset the NVRAM? When you reset the NVRAM, your Mac will revert to factory default settings. It’s safe in the sense that it does not harm the Mac, but you might think of it as “unsafe” in that any customization you’ve done to the system settings may be lost. You may have to go back and reinstate some of those settings. How reset NRAM M-series Macs On M-series Macs, the NVRAM is tested during the startup process, and if the system detects a need to reset, it will. There isn’t a key combination that you hold down while starting up the Mac. If you would like the system to inspect the NVRAM on an M-series Mac, shut it down completely, wait a few seconds, and then power up the Mac. Intel Macs To reset your NVRAM, you use exactly the same procedure you once used to reset PRAM. Shut down your Mac. Press the power button, and as soon as you power up the laptop, hold down Command-Option-P-R. Keep holding down those keys for about 20 seconds. Then let go and allow your Mac to continue starting normally. If you have an older Mac that chimes at boot, hold down the keys until you hear a second startup chime. Then check the Startup Disk, Display, and Date & Time panes of System Preferences to make sure they’re set the way you want them. If you hold down Command-Option-P-R at startup and you see nothing but a gray screen that doesn’t change for several minutes—no Apple logo, no progress bar, no second startup chime—don’t panic. The most likely cause is that your Mac isn’t registering the key presses due to wonkiness with a USB device. Disconnect all USB devices (except your keyboard, if it’s a wired keyboard), hold the power button down until the Mac shuts off completely, and then press it again and immediately hold down Command-Option-P-R. If that doesn’t work and you’re using an external Bluetooth keyboard, try plugging in a USB keyboard instead. If you’re able to reset the NVRAM successfully with the wired keyboard, you can disconnect it and go back to your normal Bluetooth keyboard. Terminal More advanced users can try using the Terminal to reset to NVRAM, though if you’ve reached this option the problem is likely bigger than resetting NVRAM. And as with all Terminal commands, the usual caveats apply: You’re messing with macOS’s bash shell and could do irrevocable damage with the wrong keystroke. But if you’d like to try, you can type the following command into a new Terminal window: nvram -c After running the command, restart your Mac so the changes can take effect. What is SMC? Yet another component of an Intel Mac’s hardware that stores crucial settings is the System Management Controller (SMC). This circuit deals with power management, temperature monitoring and fan control, status lights, keyboard backlights, and a few other components. What should you rest the SMC? If your SMC becomes confused, you could experience problems like excessive fan noise, slow performance even though Activity Monitor doesn’t show the CPU being overtaxed, apps that take forever to launch, batteries that don’t charge correctly, problems with sleep or wake, and so on. (You can see a longer list on this Apple support page.) As with zapping the NVRAM, resetting the SMC to factory defaults may resolve these problems. Is it safe to reset the SMC? It is safe to reset the SMC. You should check your Battery system preferences afterward to see if your customizations have been maintained. How to reset the SMC M-series Macs M-series Macs don’t have a System Management Controller (SMC). The functions the SMC handled are now handled by the M chip itself. Postings on Apple’s forums suggest shutting down an M-series Mac completely and leaving it off for 30 seconds to perform something like an SMC reset. After 30 seconds, power on the Mac. If your problems persist, you can try reinstalling the M-series Mac’s firmware. It’s a procedure that’s a little more complicated than what you might be used to. You need another Mac with the Apple Configurator 2 app installed, a USB-C cable that supports both power and data (used to connect the two Macs), and an internet connection. Apple has the full details on how to revive or restore a Mac with Apple silicon with Apple Configurator 2. Intel Macs Apple says you shouldn’t reset the SMC without first trying other troubleshooting tasks, such as force-quitting problematic apps and restarting your Mac. However, Apple doesn’t mention any negative consequences of resetting the SMC, nor any way to determine for sure if the SMC is glitchy without resetting it and noticing that the problem went away. We’ve reset my Macs’ SMCs many times with no apparent ill effects, and on one occasion that did turn out to be the solution to a problem. Before you can reset your SMC, you must shut down your Mac. After that, the procedure varies depending on the type of Mac you have. Desktop Macs: Disconnect the power cord (either from the Mac or from the AC outlet). Wait 15 seconds and plug it back in. Then wait another 5 seconds and turn the Mac back on. Laptops with the T2 chip: Shut down. Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds, then release it. After a few seconds, press the power button to turn on your Mac. If this doesn’t reset the SMC, shut down. On the laptop keyboard, press and hold Control-Option-Shift (your Mac might turn on). Hold these keys for 7 seconds, then press and hold the power button. If your Mac is on, it will turn off while you hold down the keys for another 7 seconds. Then release the keys, wait a few seconds and turn on the laptop. Laptops (no T2 chip) with non-removable batteries: Shut down and unplug your Mac. On the built-in keyboard, press and hold the Shift, Option, and Control keys on the left side and press the power button and hold all of these down for 10 seconds, then release the keys. Connect the power adapter and then turn the Mac on normally. Laptops (no T2 chip) with removable batteries: Shut down your Mac. Disconnect the power cord and remove the battery. Press the power button, hold it for 5 seconds, and then let go. Put the battery back in, reconnect the power cord, and turn the Mac on normally. Although neither of these procedures is a guaranteed cure, both of them can solve a number of odd problems, and are worth a few minutes of your time before hauling your Mac in to see the local Apple Genius. Terminal There is no Terminal command for resetting the SMC.
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03:41 pm
iOS 26.5: Five new iPhone features are coming next week | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.5: Five new iPhone features are coming next week
We’re just weeks away from iOS 27’s unveiling, but Apple has another iPhone update arriving first. iOS 26.5 is coming next week, here are five new features it will bring. more…
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03:41 pm
iOS 26.5: Five new iPhone features are coming next week | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.5: Five new iPhone features are coming next week
We’re just weeks away from iOS 27’s unveiling, but Apple has another iPhone update arriving first. iOS 26.5 is coming next week, here are five new features it will bring. more…
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03:37 pm
Anthropic updates Claude Managed Agents with three new features | 9 to 5 Mac
Anthropic updates Claude Managed Agents with three new features
Anthropic launched Claude Managed Agents last month, greatly simplifying the work required to build and deploy cloud-hosted AI agents. This week, Claude Managed Agents are becoming more capable with three new features. more…
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03:37 pm
Anthropic updates Claude Managed Agents with three new features | 9 to 5 Mac
Anthropic updates Claude Managed Agents with three new features
Anthropic launched Claude Managed Agents last month, greatly simplifying the work required to build and deploy cloud-hosted AI agents. This week, Claude Managed Agents are becoming more capable with three new features. more…
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03:34 pm
Deals: AirPods, Apple MagSafe Battery 40% off, 512GB M5 MacBook Air $220 off, entry M5 Pro $250 off, Studio Display, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Deals: AirPods, Apple MagSafe Battery 40% off, 512GB M5 MacBook Air $220 off, entry M5 Pro $250 off, Studio Display, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll, and alongside this week’s AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2 discounts still rolling with delivery before Mother’s Day, we are also tracking another chance to land the best deal ever on the official Apple iPhone Air MagSafe Battery at nearly 40% off the list price (could jump back up in price at any time). From there we move on to a particularly notable deal on this 24GB 15-inch M5 MacBook Air at $220 off (this is the more affordable 512GB model this time) as well as Apple’s most accessible M5 Pro MacBook Pro sitting at all-time low pricing today with $250 off the list. These deals join loads of official Apple accessories on sale this week from $6 – AirTag, cables, Magic Mouse, and more – as well as the most affordable 2026 Apple Studio Display back at Amazon low pricing (now $100 off). Everything else awaits below. more…
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03:34 pm
Deals: AirPods, Apple MagSafe Battery 40% off, 512GB M5 MacBook Air $220 off, entry M5 Pro $250 off, Studio Display, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Deals: AirPods, Apple MagSafe Battery 40% off, 512GB M5 MacBook Air $220 off, entry M5 Pro $250 off, Studio Display, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll, and alongside this week’s AirPods Pro 3, AirPods 4, and AirPods Max 2 discounts still rolling with delivery before Mother’s Day, we are also tracking another chance to land the best deal ever on the official Apple iPhone Air MagSafe Battery at nearly 40% off the list price (could jump back up in price at any time). From there we move on to a particularly notable deal on this 24GB 15-inch M5 MacBook Air at $220 off (this is the more affordable 512GB model this time) as well as Apple’s most accessible M5 Pro MacBook Pro sitting at all-time low pricing today with $250 off the list. These deals join loads of official Apple accessories on sale this week from $6 – AirTag, cables, Magic Mouse, and more – as well as the most affordable 2026 Apple Studio Display back at Amazon low pricing (now $100 off). Everything else awaits below. more…
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03:22 pm
Apple II classic franchise 'Wizardry' bought by similarly classic Atari | AppleInsider
Apple II classic franchise 'Wizardry' bought by similarly classic Atari
This one is for some of our long-time readers. Atari, yes, that Atari, has bought the rights to early "Wizardry" games.The author's WIzardry box. Not his original, that one is lost to timeI get asked a lot how I got started using Apple products. Specifically, it was an Apple II in the late seventies, no plus, e, C, or GS. Amongst the early titles gifted to young me was the original Wizardry.That was in eighth grade, for graduation. I'm sure some high school grades suffered from having it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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03:15 pm
How 4 Swift Student Challenge winners brought great app ideas to life | Cult of Mac
How 4 Swift Student Challenge winners brought great app ideas to life
This year's Swift Student Challenge winners used developer tools and AI assistance to address a range of important challenges. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:03 pm
Apple Watch now available with discounted education pricing in select markets | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Watch now available with discounted education pricing in select markets
Apple is rolling out a big change to the Education Store today. For the first time, the Apple Watch is now available with a discount for students and teachers in select markets. Apple is also expanding verification requirements to use the Education Store to new markets … more…
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03:00 pm
Students & teachers can get educational pricing on Apple Watch | AppleInsider
Students & teachers can get educational pricing on Apple Watch
Apple has updated its education pricing in several countries, primarily in Asia, to offer educators and students discounts on Apple Watch for the first time.Apple Watch joins iPad and Mac for education pricing in select countriesStarting on May 7, Apple Store will now offer discounted pricing on Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 to qualifying users. They include faculty and staff of higher education institutions as well as students who are enrolled or accepted into said institutions.The new Apple Watch pricing is not available globally, however. As of May 7 at 11 AM ET, It's only available in: Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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03:00 pm
Today in Apple history: Apple PR guru Katie Cotton steps down | Cult of Mac
Today in Apple history: Apple PR guru Katie Cotton steps down
On May 7, 2014, Katie Cotton -- the fearsome, much-admired head of Apple worldwide publicity -- stepped down from her VP post after 18 years. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:49 pm
Apple's Swift Student Challenge winners bring their apps to life with AI | AppleInsider
Apple's Swift Student Challenge winners bring their apps to life with AI
Apple has chosen 350 winning Swift Student Challenge winners from around the globe while detailing four distinguished winners and their apps.Winners of the 2026 Swift Student Challenge have been announced.Apple announced that the annual Swift Student Challenge saw people from 37 different countries and regions chosen as winners. Of those 350, 50 have been invited to attend the company's WWDC event in June, 2026.But while there are dozens of winners this year, Apple took time to call out four in particular. The four young app developers used their apps to help with real-world problems, from creating artwork with tremors to escaping a flood zone. Apple also noted the use of AI during development. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:40 pm
John Ternus on AI said exactly what I wanted to hear | 9 to 5 Mac
John Ternus on AI said exactly what I wanted to hear
Apple’s incoming CEO John Ternus, in a recent interview, shared how he and Apple think about approaching AI. And ahead of what’s rumored to be a big AI release with iOS 27, he said exactly what I was hoping to hear. more…
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02:39 pm
How Apple solved the MacBook Neo shortage | Cult of Mac
How Apple solved the MacBook Neo shortage
MacBook Neo demand is "off the charts" according to Apple. But the Mac maker won't let itself run out of inventory. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:39 pm
Amy Adams faces Javier Bardem's Max Cady in Apple TV 'Cape Fear' trailer | AppleInsider
Amy Adams faces Javier Bardem's Max Cady in Apple TV 'Cape Fear' trailer
Apple's first trailer for "Cape Fear" turns the classic thriller into a darker psychological horror series led by Amy Adams, Javier Bardem, and Patrick Wilson for Apple TV.Javier Bardem in "Cape Fear"Apple has unveiled a darker TV adaptation of "Cape Fear," set to premiere on June 5, 2026, on Apple TV. The 10-episode series stars Amy Adams, Javier Bardem, and Patrick Wilson, with Nick Antosca as the creator and showrunner.With Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg as executive producers, this adaptation promises a gripping experience for viewers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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02:36 pm
Apple highlights four Swift Student Challenge apps ahead of WWDC 2026 | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple highlights four Swift Student Challenge apps ahead of WWDC 2026
WWDC 2026 is just around the corner, and Apple has highlighted four Swift Student Challenge app winners. This year, Apple points out AI tools Swift Student Challenge winners are using to help bring their ideas to life. more…
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02:30 pm
U.S. Supreme Court declines to pause order holding Apple in contempt in Epic Games lawsuit | Mac Daily News
U.S. Supreme Court declines to pause order holding Apple in contempt in Epic Games lawsuit
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected Apple’s request to temporarily block a court order requiring major changes to its App Store… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:28 pm
Mac Studio M5 (2026): Release date, rumors and the impact of RAM shortages | Macworld
Mac Studio M5 (2026): Release date, rumors and the impact of RAM shortages
Macworld The Mac Studio, originally released in 2022, has become Apple’s premier desktop for professional users, effectively replacing the now-discontinued Mac Pro for the vast majority of workflows. Designed for high-end workloads, the Mac Studio has emerged as a popular choice for serious AI and machine learning tasks. This is largely due to its high unified memory capacity and specialised silicon architecture, which address one of the primary bottlenecks in AI workloads: memory capacity and memory bandwidth. If you are considering buying a Mac Studio, you may be wondering whether an update is imminent. The current lineup features M4 Max and M3 Ultra chips, introduced in March 2025. A new generation with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips is widely expected in 2026. However, the launch timing remains uncertain. Some reports suggest a late-2026 release – possibly around October – although supply constraints affecting high-memory Apple silicon systems could influence availability and timing. This article tracks the latest reports and rumours surrounding the next Mac Studio, including its potential release date, specifications, and pricing. 2026 Mac Studio: Release date Possible release in October 2026 Apple has not yet officially announced a launch date for the Mac Studio with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, but current indications suggest the new models are now more likely to arrive in October 2026 rather than earlier in the year. The delay appears to be tied to ongoing supply constraints in the global DRAM market. Surging demand for AI infrastructure – particularly from hyperscalers operating large-scale data centres – has placed significant pressure on high-capacity memory supply. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, reporting in April, “supply chain snags” are affecting production of Apple’s next-generation professional Macs, potentially pushing the Mac Studio launch into October 2026. These constraints are already affecting the current Mac Studio lineup. In March 2026, Apple removed the 512GB unified memory upgrade option for the M3 Ultra Mac Studio and increased the price of the 256GB option by $400, likely reflecting rising DRAM costs. As of May 2026, the 2025 Mac Studio can only be configured with 36GB, 64GB or 96GB of unified memory, with the former 128GB and 256GB upgrade options no longer available. Availability has also been impacted, with delivery estimates ranging from six to 10 weeks depending on configuration. Earlier reports had pointed to a significantly earlier launch window. In November 2025, Gurman reported that internal Apple release schedules targeted the first half of 2026 for the M5 Max and M5 Ultra Mac Studio models. Industry analysts also expected Apple to unveil the systems around WWDC in June 2026, following the precedent set by the M2 Max and M2 Ultra Mac Studio launch at WWDC 2023. However, current supply-chain conditions now make a later 2026 launch appear more likely.
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02:24 pm
Apple published a new Press Release | Is the Apple Store Down?
Apple published a new Press Release
Apple just published a new Press Release:AI meets accessibility in this year’s Swift Student Challenge
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01:56 pm
Apple’s M5 MacBook Pro just crashed to an all-time low with $200 off | Macworld
Apple’s M5 MacBook Pro just crashed to an all-time low with $200 off
Macworld Apple MacBook Pro M5 View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); With escalating memory and storage costs pushing prices higher than ever, we’re always on the lookout for a deal on the MacBook Pro. And today we’ve found a great one: Instead of paying $1,899 for the M5 MacBook Pro with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, you can now get it for $1,699, the best we’ve yet to see for this configuration. This laptop can do it all, from mundane things, such as sending emails and browsing, to everyday work tasks and complex image and video editing. The M5 chip is extremely powerful, and the 24GB of unified memory will be of great help to quickly complete anything on your to-do list. There’s also a 1TB SSD on board, which is plenty of space for photos, videos, files, and anything else you want to store. The M5 MacBook Pro has a gorgeous 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR display that delivers gorgeous images with vivid colors and perfect contrast. Just imagine how well that will serve you when you’re editing pics, for instance, or when you’re having some fun streaming movies. Overall, this is a laptop that we absolutely loved, giving it a near-perfect 4.5-star rating when we reviewed it, along with our Editors’ Choice award for its fantastic combination of price and performance. And at $200 off, it’s even better. So snag the MacBook Pro M5 for $1,699 while this deal’s still live at Amazon.
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01:43 pm
Apple TV’s twisted new thriller from Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg unveiled | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV’s twisted new thriller from Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg unveiled
Cape Fear is a high-profile limited series coming to Apple TV next month as part of the streamer’s best-ever summer lineup. Here’s the new trailer. more…
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01:30 pm
This quick privacy fix tackles both active threats and old data leaks | Cult of Mac
This quick privacy fix tackles both active threats and old data leaks
Surfshark One+ with Incogni covers both real-time threats and removes your personal data from the internet—for $91.99 over 2 years. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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01:15 pm
Apple Arcade just added 4 new ad-free games with these titles now available | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Arcade just added 4 new ad-free games with these titles now available
Apple Arcade’s May lineup introduces four new titles today on the subscription gaming platform. Apple Arcade games have no ads and no in-app purchases. more…
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09:39 pm
Apple Faces Dozens of Lawsuits Over AirTag Stalking After Class Action Denied | MacRumors
Apple Faces Dozens of Lawsuits Over AirTag Stalking After Class Action Denied
Apple is facing over 30 lawsuits from people who claim to have been stalked using Apple AirTags. The filings come after an AirTag lawsuit from 2022 (Hughes v. Apple) failed to get class certification. In each filing, Apple is accused of releasing the ‌AirTag‌ while being aware that it could be "purchased and used by abusive, dangerous individuals, to track, coerce, control, and otherwise endanger and abuse innocent victims." Further, the lawsuits say that Apple knew adequate safeguards were not in place when the ‌AirTag‌ launched in 2021, and Apple is aware that "AirTags remain a profound risk" to people like the plaintiffs. Apple reportedly received more than 40,000 stalking reports between April 2021 and April 2024, and Apple internal documents sourced from the original lawsuit show the company knew its safeguards would only "deter as opposed to prevent malicious use." The company also acknowledged that it "should have consulted domestic abuse organizations on the unwanted tracking policy before shipping." Multiple news reports of AirTags being used for stalking are referenced, including cases that ended in murder. The lawsuits claim that AirTags "revolutionized the scope, breadth, and ease of location-based stalking." While there are other tracking options on the market, the ‌AirTag‌ uses the Find My network that leverages any nearby device to relay the ‌AirTag‌'s location back to its owner. Apple has put multiple anti-stalking measures in place, including cross-platform notifications that let potential stalking victims know that an unknown ‌AirTag‌ is following them, but the plaintiffs don't feel that Apple's protections are adequate. The lawsuit cites the 4-to-8-hour delay before a notification is received, and notes that originally, AirTags didn't send a notification to potential stalking victims until 72 hours had passed. One of the ways an ‌AirTag‌ alerts users to its presence is by playing a sound, but the speaker can be removed. Sellers on sites like eBay even offer modified silent AirTags. Each lawsuit includes the personal story of the plaintiff involved and all of whom claim to have been stalked using an ‌AirTag‌. Plaintiffs are seeking compensatory damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, and an order preventing Apple from engaging in the unlawful business practices alleged in the filings. The judge overseeing the 2022 ‌AirTag‌ lawsuit denied class certification because of the difference in state laws and the individual nature of each stalking incident. The plaintiffs were advised to file individual lawsuits within 28 days of the class certification denial.Related Roundup: AirTagTag: Apple LawsuitsBuyer's Guide: AirTag (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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08:21 pm
Apple to Unveil macOS 27 Next Month With These New Features | MacRumors
Apple to Unveil macOS 27 Next Month With These New Features
Apple will unveil its latest software platforms during its WWDC 2026 keynote on Monday, June 8, and one of them will be macOS 27 for the Mac. The first developer beta of macOS 27 will likely be available immediately following the keynote, and a public beta typically follows in July. Following beta testing, the software update should be released to all users in September. macOS 26 is known as macOS Tahoe, but the name of macOS 27 has yet to leak. Below, we recap what to expect from macOS 27. Siri Upgrades macOS 27 will reportedly include a dedicated Siri app with conversation history. This would make Siri more like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. macOS 27 should also include the personalized Siri features that Apple previewed all the way back at WWDC 2024. For example, Apple showed a user asking Siri about their mother's flight and lunch reservation based on info retrieved from the Mail and Messages apps. This functionality was previewed on an iPhone, but it will extend to the iPad and Mac. "We look forward to bringing a more personalized Siri to users coming this year," said Apple's CEO Tim Cook, on an earnings call this week. More Apple Intelligence Features Earlier this year, Apple and Google announced that Google Gemini will help power future Apple Intelligence features, and that will extend beyond the more personalized version of Siri. However, exactly which features arrive remains to be seen. Touch Interface Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that Apple is preparing a touch-optimized version of macOS for the rumored MacBook Pro or "MacBook Ultra" with a touchscreen. For example, if a user touches a button or control on the screen, the report said a relevant set of commands will instantly appear in a menu surrounding their finger. And if a user taps on an item in the menu bar at the top of the screen, the report said the controls will enlarge so they are easier to select with a finger. Gurman expects the MacBook Pro with a touchscreen to be released by early 2027, so these touch optimizations will presumably arrive in macOS 27. However, the changes might be hidden until the touchscreen MacBook Pro or Ultra launches. Improved Stability macOS 27 will reportedly be similar to 2009's Mac OS X Snow Leopard, in the sense that Apple is apparently very focused on improving "quality and underlying performance." Apple is expected to implement many bug fixes and stability improvements, and there may also be some much-needed Liquid Glass design enhancements. No Intel Macs Last year, Apple announced that macOS Tahoe would be the final major macOS release for Intel-based Macs, meaning that macOS 27 will be compatible with Apple silicon Macs with the M1 chip and newer only. However, Apple will likely continue to release security fixes for some Intel-based Macs for at least a few more years. No AirPort Time Capsule Support Starting with macOS 27, Macs will not support the AirPort Time Capsule or any other storage drives that use the Apple Filing Protocol (AFP), according to a warning shown by Apple on macOS Tahoe. Time Capsule backups will require a storage drive that supports more current file-sharing protocols like SMBv2 and SMBv3.Related Roundup: macOS 27This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Stops Offering Mac Mini With 256GB of Storage, Starting Price Rises to $799 | MacRumors
Apple Stops Offering Mac Mini With 256GB of Storage, Starting Price Rises to $799
Apple this week stopped offering a 256GB storage option for the Mac mini worldwide. As a result, the desktop computer now has a higher starting price. In the U.S., for example, the Mac mini now starts at $799 with the M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, whereas it previously started at $599 with the M4 chip, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage. Mac mini models with the M4 Pro chip already had a minimum of 512GB of storage, so there are no pricing changes for those configurations. The base Mac mini with 256GB of storage had already been unavailable to order since last week, but it has now been removed from Apple's configurator entirely. We have reached out to Apple for comment and will update this story if we hear back. On an earnings call this week, Apple CEO Tim Cook acknowledged that Mac mini and Mac Studio supply is constrained, and he said it may take "several months" for Apple to achieve supply-demand balance. He said both of these Macs are "amazing platforms for AI and agentic tools," resulting in higher-than-expected demand. In March, Apple stopped offering the Mac Studio with 512GB of RAM. These changes to Mac mini and Mac Studio configurations are occurring amid a global memory chip shortage, driven by companies building out AI server facilities. Cook said Apple is expecting "significantly higher memory costs" in the current quarter, and tight availability of RAM is likely forcing Apple to make tough business decisions. Thanks, Spencer!Related Roundup: Mac miniBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Best Apple Deals of the Week: Rare $130 Discounts on Apple Watch Series 11, Plus AirPods and MacBook Sales | MacRumors
Best Apple Deals of the Week: Rare $130 Discounts on Apple Watch Series 11, Plus AirPods and MacBook Sales
You'll find great deals on Apple's M5 MacBook Air, Apple Watch Series 11, and a few AirPods models this week. The highlight is the 46mm cellular Apple Watch Series 11 at the new all-time low price of $399.00, a $130 discount that can be found on Amazon. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. M5 MacBook Air What's the deal? Take $149 off M5 MacBook Air Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $149 OFF13-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $949.99 $149 OFF15-inch M5 MacBook Air (512GB) for $1,149.99 Amazon has a few record low prices on the new M5 MacBook Air this week, with $149 off select models of the brand new notebook. You can get the 512GB 13-inch M5 MacBook Air for $949.99, down from $1,099.00, available in all colors. Apple Watch Series 11 What's the deal? Take up to $130 off Apple Watch Series 11 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $130 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $399.00 Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with up to $130 off numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes nearly every aluminum model of the Series 11 on sale at a record low price, plus new steep markdowns on cellular models. AirPods What's the deal? Take $49 off AirPods Pro 3 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $49 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.99 $29 OFFAirPods 4 for $99.99 Amazon this week has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.99, down from $249.00. This is a match of the all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, and it's accompanied by a solid deal on the AirPods 4. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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MacRumors Giveaway: Win a Mac Mini to Run AI Agents With Astropad's 'Workbench' App | MacRumors
MacRumors Giveaway: Win a Mac Mini to Run AI Agents With Astropad's 'Workbench' App
For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with Astropad to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a Mac mini to use with Astropad's new Workbench app. For those unfamiliar with Astropad, it is the company behind Astropad Studio and Luna Display. Astropad Studio lets you use an iPad as a drawing tablet connected to a Mac and Luna Display turns an ‌iPad‌ into a secondary display for a Mac, so Workbench is a natural evolution of Astropad's existing products. The ‌Mac mini‌ has become the must-have platform for local agentic AI, and Astropad Workbench is the perfect companion app. Workbench is a remote desktop app for the Mac, and Astropad built it for use with AI. Workbench uses the LIQUID engine that Astropad designed for Luna Display and Astropad Studio. Using Workbench, you can control your AI agents remotely on an iPhone, making it ideal for people who have set up a ‌Mac mini‌ as a personal server for OpenClaw and other agentic AI platforms. Workbench can be used to check logs and verify agent work, restart failed tasks, or reconnect to long-running jobs. Workbench is more full-featured than options like Remote Control for Claude Code, because Anthropic's tool only provides terminal access, while Workbench offers access to your full desktop. Workbench lets you monitor your AI agents from anywhere with no need to be tied to a desk. Astropad has native apps for Mac, iPhone, and ‌iPad‌, so you can interface with your Mac desktop from an iPhone or ‌iPad‌ no matter where you are. There are even tools for quickly switching between multiple Macs connected to a Workbench account. The app supports high-fidelity streaming with a unified virtual display for multiple monitors, low latency, voice dictation, and multiple control options, including gestures, keyboard input, mouse, and Apple Pencil. For large desktops, there's a mini-map that helps with navigation. Setup is simple thanks to a global relay network across 11 regions, with no network configuration required. End-to-end encryption protects your data, and no display recordings are captured and saved. Workbench requires macOS 15 or later, iPadOS 26 or later, and iOS 26 or later. It will work best on Apple silicon Macs, with limited support on Intel Macs. Workbench is free to use for 20 minutes each day, with an unlimited paid plan available for $10 per month or $50 per year. Astropad is giving away a 16GB ‌Mac mini‌ with a 512GB SSD. To enter to win, use the widget below and enter an email address. Email addresses will be used solely for contact purposes to reach the winner(s) and send the prize(s). You can earn additional entries by subscribing to our weekly newsletter, subscribing to our YouTube channel, following us on Twitter, following us on Instagram, following us on Threads, or visiting the MacRumors Facebook page. Due to the complexities of international laws regarding giveaways, only U.S. residents who are 18 years or older, UK residents who are 18 years or older, and Canadian residents who have reached the age of majority in their province or territory are eligible to enter. All federal, state, provincial, and/or local taxes, fees, and surcharges are the sole responsibility of the prize winner. To offer feedback or get more information on the giveaway restrictions, please refer to our Site Feedback section, as that is where discussion of the rules will be redirected. Astropad Workbench Giveaway The contest will run from today (May 1) at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time through 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time on May 8. The winner will be chosen randomly on or shortly after May 8 and will be contacted by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond and provide a shipping address before a new winner is chosen.Related Roundup: Mac miniTags: Astropad, GiveawayBuyer's Guide: Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forum: Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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The MacRumors Show: Your Tech Questions Answered | MacRumors
The MacRumors Show: Your Tech Questions Answered
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we answer your listener questions about the future of Apple's product lineup, the software and services shaping the ecosystem, and our own personal histories with the company and its devices. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Some questions center on the iPhone Air and its future direction, including whether Apple might adopt silicon-carbon battery technology for a second-generation model, or prioritize adding a second camera lens instead. There is also interest in how ‌iPhone Air‌ might evolve with features like a vibrating surface speaker. The foldable iPhone generates a lot of discussion, with questions touching on whether listeners would choose it over an ‌iPhone Air‌, whether it could replace both an iPhone and iPad mini, and whether its arrival signals the end of the dedicated compact tablet. Broader hardware questions include when the 11th-generation iPad will be updated, when Apple plans to complete the OLED with ProMotion rollout across its entire laptop lineup, whether the MacBook Neo risks cannibalizing ‌iPad‌ sales, and what the future holds for Apple Vision Pro given its underwhelming reception. On the software side, questions cover what visionOS might look like several years down the line, Photomator's future and whether Apple intends to develop it into a proper Lightroom alternative, and whether Apple is falling behind competitors like Alexa on basic smart home automation, pointing out that HomePod still relies on Shortcuts for many routines that Alexa handles natively. The general tech questions are the most varied, asking which Apple device would cause the biggest bottleneck if swapped for an entry-level version, whether we would attempt an Apple Watch-only week without an iPhone, and what device combinations we actually rely on day to day. There is also curiosity about Nothing as a brand and whether it is worth taking seriously, as well as concerns about the escalating cost of MacBook Pro models and where the ceiling might be. A number of questions are more personal, asking about our first Apple products, what originally drew us to the ecosystem, our favorite and oldest devices, and whether family members using non-Apple products causes any friction. ‌The MacRumors Show‌ has its own YouTube channel, so make sure you're subscribed to keep up with new episodes and clips. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel! You can also listen to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, or other podcast apps. You can also copy our RSS feed directly into your player. If you haven't already listened to the previous episode of The MacRumors Show, catch up to hear our discussion about Apple's bombshell announcement that Tim Cook will step down as CEO on September 1, 2026, with hardware engineering chief John Ternus set to succeed him. Subscribe to ‌The MacRumors Show‌ for new episodes every week, where we discuss some of the topical news breaking here on MacRumors, often joined by interesting guests such as Kayci Lacob, Kevin Nether, John Gruber, Mark Gurman, Jon Prosser, Luke Miani, Matthew Cassinelli, Brian Tong, Quinn Nelson, Jared Nelson, Eli Hodapp, Mike Bell, Sara Dietschy, iJustine, Jon Rettinger, Andru Edwards, Arnold Kim, Ben Sullins, Marcus Kane, Christopher Lawley, Frank McShan, David Lewis, Tyler Stalman, Sam Kohl, Federico Viticci, Thomas Frank, Jonathan Morrison, Ross Young, Ian Zelbo, and Rene Ritchie. ‌The MacRumors Show‌ is on X @MacRumorsShow, so be sure to give us a follow to keep up with the podcast. You can also email us at podcast@macrumors.com or head over to The MacRumors Show forum thread. Remember to rate and review the podcast, and let us know what subjects and guests you would like to see in the future.Tag: The MacRumors ShowThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Was Caught Off Guard by MacBook Neo's 'Off the Charts' Demand | MacRumors
Apple Was Caught Off Guard by MacBook Neo's 'Off the Charts' Demand
Apple's most affordable MacBook ever appears to be a resounding hit with customers, based on comments shared by CEO Tim Cook this week. On an earnings call on Thursday, Cook said that customer response to the MacBook Neo has been "off the charts" since the laptop was unveiled in March. "We could not be happier with how things are going at the moment," he said. Apple was very optimistic about the MacBook Neo before announcing it, but the company still "undercalled" the level of enthusiasm that the laptop would generate, according to Cook. He said that MacBook Neo demand has exceeded Apple's expectations and helped to drive a record number of first-time Mac buyers last quarter. "We're very focused on customers new to the Mac and customers that have been holding on to their Mac a very long period of time," said Cook. As a result of high demand, Cook added that the MacBook Neo is currently "supply constrained." For orders placed today, Apple's online store in the U.S. currently shows a 2-3 week delivery estimate for all configurations of the laptop. Apple released the MacBook Neo on March 11, following a week of pre-orders. In the U.S., pricing starts at just $599 for the general public and an even lower $499 for college students and qualifying educational staff. Powered by a version of the iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro chip, the laptop is available in Citrus, Blush, Indigo, and Silver finishes.Related Roundup: MacBook NeoTag: Tim CookBuyer's Guide: MacBook Neo (Buy Now)Related Forum: MacBook NeoThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Here's When to Expect an iPad 12 With Apple Intelligence | MacRumors
Here's When to Expect an iPad 12 With Apple Intelligence
A new entry-level iPad 12 with Apple Intelligence support likely remains months away, based on a comment shared by an Apple executive this week. On an earnings call on Thursday, Apple's CFO Kevan Parekh said that the company's iPad revenue in the March-June quarter will face a "difficult compare" due to the the launch of the entry-level iPad 11 with the A16 chip in March 2025. Parekh is essentially saying that Apple's year-over-year iPad revenue growth might be impacted in the current quarter, as a result of the company having no plans to update the entry-level iPad this quarter like it did in the year-ago quarter. If an iPad 12 were to be coming this quarter, this "difficult compare" remark would have been unlikely. In short, do not expect an iPad 12 to be released during Apple's current fiscal quarter, which runs through June 27. That seemingly rules out a product announcement at the WWDC 2026 conference taking place from June 8 through June 12. Here is Parekh's full comment:We expect our June quarter total company revenue to grow by 14 to 17 percent year-over-year, which comprehends our best view of constrained supply. On iPad, keep in mind, we face a difficult compare driven by the launch of the A16-powered iPad in the prior year. While it appears that an iPad 12 will not be released through June, a launch later this year is still possible. In March, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said an entry-level iPad with an A18 chip was "ready to go" and "still coming this year." An earlier report from Macworld's Filipe Espósito claimed that the iPad 12 will actually have an A19 chip, so we will have to see which report turns out to be accurate. In any case, both the A18 and A19 chips are compatible with Apple Intelligence, which is something that the current iPad base model with an A16 chip lacks. Apple Intelligence is already available on all other current-generation iPad models, including the iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro. No other major changes have been rumored so far for the iPad 12, so we expect the device to have the same overall design as the current model. In the U.S., the device currently starts at $349 and is available in pink, yellow, blue, and silver.Related Roundup: iPadTag: Apple IntelligenceBuyer's Guide: iPad (Don't Buy)Related Forum: iPadThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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02:34 pm
iPhone Air's Poor Sales Spook Rivals Into Ditching Ultra-Thin Phone Plans | MacRumors
iPhone Air's Poor Sales Spook Rivals Into Ditching Ultra-Thin Phone Plans
A Weibo leaker today suggested that Apple's iPhone Air 2 may be the only next-generation ultra-thin flagship smartphone from a major brand, after the original model's poor sales performance appears to have led competing manufacturers to abandon plans for their own follow-up products. The leaker known as "Digital Chat Station" today posted on Weibo, claiming that the ‌iPhone Air‌ barely surpassed 700,000 unit activations even after multiple rounds of price reductions. The post also noted that an unspecified domestic Chinese ultra-thin device managed only 50,000 activations, and that the rival's planned follow-up now looks "highly precarious" and is in all likelihood going to be scrapped. The leaker concluded that the ‌iPhone Air‌ 2 may end up as the sole ultra-thin flagship of the next generation. The ‌iPhone Air‌ has struggled commercially since its September 2025 launch. A KeyBanc Capital Markets survey found "virtually no demand" for the device, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported that suppliers had been asked to cut capacity by more than 80% between launch and early 2026, and the ‌iPhone Air‌ is now widely believed to be entirely out of production. The device's poor reception has reverberated across the industry. Xiaomi reportedly planned a "true Air model" to rival Apple's offering, while Vivo targeted thinness within its mid-range S series. Both companies are said to have halted related projects. Samsung similarly cancelled the Galaxy S26 Edge after the Galaxy S25 Edge sold poorly. Despite all of this, a separate leaker claimed last month that Apple will push ahead with at least two generations of the device regardless of sales performance. Reports are now aligned around a spring 2027 launch, with the delay attributed both to poor sales of the original and to Apple's new split launch strategy, which moves the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and ‌iPhone Air‌ 2 to a spring window while reserving fall 2026 for the iPhone 18 Pro, ‌iPhone 18 Pro‌ Max, and foldable iPhone. Reports from Nikkei Asia, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, and The Information all point to an early 2027 release. Apple is said to be significantly revising the ‌iPhone Air‌ 2 to address the main criticisms of the original. The Information reported that Apple is considering adding a second rear camera, likely an Ultra Wide lens to complement the existing 48-megapixel Fusion camera, along with lower pricing. Other rumored changes include reduced weight, vapor chamber cooling, and increased battery capacity. Apple is believed to have requested an ultra-thin Face ID module from suppliers to free up internal space for the additional camera. According to The Elec, Apple also plans to bring a thinner, brighter Samsung OLED technology called CoE (Color Filter on Encapsulation) to the ‌iPhone Air‌ 2, after debuting it first on the foldable iPhone.Related Roundup: iPhone AirTag: Digital Chat StationBuyer's Guide: iPhone Air (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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MacRumors 2026 Blood Drive | MacRumors
MacRumors 2026 Blood Drive
MacRumors is pleased to announce our Seventeenth Annual MacRumors Blood Drive, throughout the month of May 2026. Let's save lives together by encouraging donations of blood, platelets, and plasma, and signing up as bone marrow and organ donors. While most blood drives are specific to a geographic location, our blood drive is online and worldwide. Anyone can participate. Over the past 16 years, MacRumors Blood Drives have recorded donations of 1,795 units of blood, platelets, and plasma, cheered for donors, and celebrated new signups for the bone marrow and organ donor registries. We've heard from hundreds of forum members who donate or whose lives were saved by the donations of strangers. This year's featured donor is user m53rd. Not only is he a blood donor, registered as an organ donor, and registered as a bone marrow donor, but he's already been an organ donor, having donated a kidney and then 60% of his liver to people in need. It's a magnificent example how a single person can save many lives. Whether you're a regular donor or someone overcoming apprehension to donate for the very first time, we welcome and congratulate you. How to participate in the MacRumors Blood Drive If you are an eligible donor, schedule a blood, platelet, or plasma donation (FAQ) at any donation center near you. Post in the ! thread to tell us about it. Also post if you sign up for the bone marrow registry (FAQ) or register as an organ donor. We'll add all registrants to our Honor Roll. Not everyone is eligible to donate blood, due to their health status or based on risk factors that result in deferrals (see LGBTQ+ donor information). If you aren't eligible to donate blood, please encourage a friend or relative to make a donation, and let us know. If they donate, you'll both be added to our Honor Roll. Share our #MacRumorsBloodDrive message with friends, relatives, and followers. Help us thank the forum members who post in the ! thread. After the MacRumors Blood Drive ends on May 31, continue recording your blood, platelet, and plasma donations, from June 2026 through next April 2027, on our Team MacRumors 2026-2027 page (instructions). We'll tally your donations and count them for the MacRumors 2027 Blood Drive next May.Tag: MacRumors Blood DriveThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:39 pm
Apple's Q2 2026 Earnings Call: 11 Key Takeaways | MacRumors
Apple's Q2 2026 Earnings Call: 11 Key Takeaways
Apple held its earnings call for the second fiscal quarter (first calendar quarter) of 2026 today after announcing its best March quarter ever. Apple saw revenue of $111.2 billion with double-digit growth across every geographic segment and across every product category. Apple CEO Tim Cook and Apple CFO Kevan Parekh provided insight into iPhone sales, Mac sales, RAM supply issues, and more. We've rounded up the most interesting takeaways from the call. iPhone 17 Sales Apple attributed its success to the new iPhone models. Cook said "demand was off the charts," but Apple was facing supply constraints that impacted revenue. Had there not been supply issues, Apple would have seen higher revenue. The A19 and A19 Pro chips from TSMC proved to be a bottleneck because TSMC uses the same 3nm process for AI chips that are in high demand. Cook said iPhone constraints were "primarily driven" by the availability of the advanced nodes Apple's SoCs are produced on. According to Parekh, the iPhone 17 family is Apple's best-selling iPhone lineup to date. "The ‌iPhone 17‌ family is now the most popular lineup in our history... we believe we gained market share during the quarter," he said. iPhone revenue was $57 billion, up 22 percent year-over-year, which is a new March quarter record. Apple saw strong demand from upgraders and customers choosing an iPhone for the first time. Cook said Apple is "enormously pleased" with how the ‌iPhone 17‌ lineup has been received. Memory Costs Apple had higher memory costs during the March quarter, and the impact is expected to get worse as the year goes on. Apple CEO ‌Tim Cook‌ said that Apple is expecting "significantly higher memory costs" in the June quarter, and beyond June, memory costs will "drive an increasing impact" on Apple's business. Mac Sales Mac revenue was $8.4 billion, up six percent year-over-year. Cook said sales were impacted by supply constraints "driven by higher than expected levels of demand." The MacBook Neo that was introduced during the quarter was a hit, and Apple sold out. Shipping times for new machines reached several weeks. Apple also saw high demand for the Mac mini and the Mac Studio from people buying the machines for use with AI. Apple set March quarter records for upgraders and customers new to the Mac, leading to a new all-time record for the overall Mac install base. Apple is focused on customers new to the Mac and customers who have been holding onto their Mac for a long period of time, and the Neo is selling well to those customers. Apple expects Macs to face supply constraints in the June quarter due to continued high demand and "less flexibility in the supply chain." Mac Studio and Mac mini Supplies Apple expects it to take months to reach supply/demand balance on the ‌Mac Studio‌ and ‌Mac mini‌, suggesting they are going to be hard to get for months to come. Apple underestimated demand for the ‌Mac mini‌ and the ‌Mac Studio‌. "Both of these are amazing platforms for AI and agentic tools and the customer recognition of that is happening faster than what we had predicted, and so we saw higher than expected demand," Cook said. John Ternus Cook addressed John Ternus, who will take over as Apple's CEO on September 1, 2026. As I have said, there is no one on this planet I trust more to lead Apple into the future than John Ternus. John is a brilliant engineer, a deep thinker, a person of remarkable character, and a born leader. I know he will push us to go further than we think is possible in order to deliver the greatest products and services for our users. I have been so proud to call him a colleague and a friend, and I will be even more proud to call him Apple's CEO. Ternus also spoke on the call, where he teased Apple's upcoming product lineup. As Tim mentioned, we have an incredible roadmap ahead. And while you're not going to get me to talk about the details of that roadmap, suffice it to say this is the most exciting time in my 25-year career at Apple to be building products and services. There are so many opportunities before us, and I couldn't be more optimistic about what's to come. For now, let me simply say I am deeply grateful to Tim, to the executive team and to everyone at Apple, and I look forward to all of the important work ahead with that. Wearables Wearables revenue was $7.9 billion, an increase of five percent year-over-year. Apple's wearables install base hit a new all-time high, and more than half of customers who purchased an Apple Watch during the quarter were new to the product. Services Apple's services revenue reached $31 billion, a new all-time revenue record. Apple has an install base of over 2.5 billion active devices, a new all-time high across all major product categories. Both transacting and paid accounts hit new all-time highs in the quarter. Retail Apple had a March quarter revenue record for retail, with "very high levels of store traffic throughout the quarter." AI Parekh said that AI is a "really important investment area" for Apple, and the company plans to continue to invest in AI "incrementally on top of" what it normally invests in its product roadmap. Apple's R&D spending accelerated during the quarter, and Cook said that Apple is investing in products and services. "We see opportunities in both of those," he said. "We could not be more excited about how the future is playing out." On the collaboration with Google, Cook said things are going well. "We're happy with where things are, and we're happy with the work that we're doing independently as well," he said. Tariffs From Q1 to Q2, Apple saw less impact from tariffs due to the reduction in IEEPA tariff rates, and the reduced global tariff rate under Section 122. Cook said Apple is following the established processes of applying for a refund of tariffs paid, and any amount received will be invested back into U.S. innovation and advanced manufacturing. Any investment of refunded tariff fees will be in addition to Apple's prior commitments in the U.S. Next Quarter Parekh said June quarter total revenue is expected to grow 14 to 17 percent year-over-year. Services revenue is expected to grow at a similar rate to what was reported in the March quarter. Parekh warned investors about iPad revenue because last year, Apple released the A16 ‌iPad‌. "Keep in mind, we face a difficult compare driven by the launch of the A16-powered ‌iPad‌ in the prior year," Parekh said. Apple's guidance for the June quarter relies on global tariff rates and policies remaining as they are today.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:59 pm
Apple Says Mac Studio and Mac Mini Will Be in Short Supply for Months | MacRumors
Apple Says Mac Studio and Mac Mini Will Be in Short Supply for Months
During today's earnings call for the second fiscal quarter of 2026, Apple CEO Tim Cook said that the Mac mini and Mac Studio could be hard to get for months to come. "We think, looking forward, that the ‌Mac mini‌ and ‌Mac Studio‌ may take several months to reach supply demand balance," Cook said. Apple underestimated demand for the ‌Mac mini‌ and the ‌Mac Studio‌. "Both of these are amazing platforms for AI and agentic tools and the customer recognition of that is happening faster than what we had predicted, and so we saw higher than expected demand," Cook said. Shipping delays for the ‌Mac mini‌ and the ‌Mac Studio‌ have been increasing over the last few months, and the waits for some models stretch into months. Apple stopped selling the ‌Mac Studio‌ with 512GB RAM entirely, and it stopped accepting orders for some models with higher amounts of RAM. As of last week, the base ‌Mac mini‌ was listed as "Currently Unavailable" from Apple's online store because it is out of stock.Related Roundups: Mac Studio, Mac miniBuyer's Guide: Mac Studio (Caution), Mac Mini (Caution)Related Forums: Mac Studio, Mac miniThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:48 pm
Apple Expects 'Significantly Higher Memory Costs' in June Quarter and Beyond | MacRumors
Apple Expects 'Significantly Higher Memory Costs' in June Quarter and Beyond
Apple had higher memory costs during the March quarter, and the impact is expected to get worse as the year goes on. Apple CEO Tim Cook said that Apple is expecting "significantly higher memory costs" in the June quarter, and beyond June, memory costs will "drive an increasing impact" on Apple's business. Cook said the higher memory costs have been partially offset because the company is selling existing inventory that it has stockpiled. As those supplies dwindle, Apple's costs will go up. According to Cook, Apple is going to look at a "range of options" and the company is "continuing to evaluate" the situation. Cook declined to provide more insight into how Apple plans to deal with the problem. Memory costs have been soaring due to global supply constraints caused by AI server demand. Chip makers are prioritizing memory for AI servers rather than consumer devices, causing prices to go up.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iPhone 17 Is Apple's Most Popular Lineup Ever | MacRumors
iPhone 17 Is Apple's Most Popular Lineup Ever
Apple's iPhone 17 models are its most popular iPhones to date, Apple CFO Kevan Parekh told the Financial Times. Both Parekh and Apple CEO Tim Cook attributed Apple's stellar Q2 2026 performance to iPhone sales. "The ‌iPhone 17‌ family is now the most popular line-up in our history... we believe we gained market share during the quarter," said Parekh. Cook told Reuters that iPhone demand was "off the charts," and that supply was constrained despite the impressive sales. "And there's just a little less flexibility in the supply chain at the moment for getting more parts," Cook said. Apple's iPhone sales were held back by the A19 and A19 Pro chips that it gets from TSMC, as TSMC also manufactures AI chips. Parekh said that memory had an "increasing impact" between the first and second quarters of 2026. Issues with chip supply and increasing problems acquiring RAM could potentially have an impact on the iPhone 18 lineup that Apple is expected to introduce this September. The lineup will include Apple's first foldable iPhone. The current ‌iPhone 17‌ family includes the ‌iPhone 17‌, iPhone 17 Pro, ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max, iPhone 17e, and iPhone Air.Related Roundups: iPhone 17, iPhone 17 ProTag: EarningsBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 (Neutral), iPhone 17 Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Reports Record-Breaking 2Q 2026 Results: $29.6B Profit on $111.2B Revenue | MacRumors
Apple Reports Record-Breaking 2Q 2026 Results: $29.6B Profit on $111.2B Revenue
Apple today announced financial results for the second fiscal quarter of 2026, which corresponds to the first calendar quarter of the year. For the quarter, Apple posted revenue of $111.2 billion and net quarterly profit of $29.6 billion, or $2.01 per diluted share, compared to revenue of $95.4 billion and net quarterly profit of $24.8 billion, or $1.65 per diluted share, in the year-ago quarter. Services revenue again reached an all-time high during the quarter, while company revenue, earnings per share, and iPhone revenue all set March quarter records. Gross margin for the quarter was 49.3 percent, compared to 47.1 percent in the year-ago quarter. Apple's board of directors also authorized an additional $100 billion for share repurchases and declared an increased dividend payment of $0.27 per share, up from $0.26 per share. The dividend is payable May 14 to shareholders of record as of May 11."Today Apple is proud to report our best March quarter ever, with revenue of $111.2 billion and double-digit growth across every geographic segment," said Tim Cook, Apple's CEO. "iPhone achieved a March quarter revenue record, fueled by such extraordinary demand for the iPhone 17 lineup. During the quarter, Services achieved yet another all-time record, and we were excited to introduce remarkable new products to our strongest lineup ever. That included the addition of the iPhone 17e and the M4-powered iPad Air, along with the launch of MacBook Neo, which is captivating customers all around the world." Apple will provide live streaming of its fiscal Q2 2026 financial results conference call at 2:00 pm Pacific, and MacRumors will update this story with coverage of the conference call highlights. Conference call starts at 2:00 p.m. Pacific - No need to refresh Loading live updates... var reportinglive = new reportinglive_module;reportinglive.init();Tag: EarningsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Discover Dropping Two Apple Wallet Features | MacRumors
Discover Dropping Two Apple Wallet Features
Discover is planning to eliminate some of the Apple Wallet integrations that it introduced in 2023, according to letters that cardholders are receiving. As of June 4, 2026, Discover users will no longer be able to see their total card balance and transaction history in the iPhone's Wallet app, or use the Pay with Rewards feature in Apple Pay. Apple has a Connected Cards feature that allows credit cards from participating companies to display balances and recent transactions when they're added to the Wallet app. Discover has supported the feature for nearly three years, as have many UK banks, but other credit card companies in the U.S. did not add support. Pay with Rewards, which is also being eliminated, allows Discover cardholders use their cashback bonuses toward ‌Apple Pay‌ purchases. Discover says that while several ‌Apple Pay‌ features are being eliminated, Discover users will still be able to use the Discover card to make ‌Apple Pay‌ purchases in retail locations and online. Here's a full list of the changes Discover is making: Enrollment Cancellation - If applicable, your enrollment in Connected Account and Pay with Rewards with ‌Apple Pay‌ from Discover will be canceled on June 4, 2026. Access to Information - You will continue to have full access to your account, rewards, balances, transactions and payments on Discover.com, the Discover mobile app, and on your monthly statements. Starting June 4, 2026, you will no longer have access to such details within your Apple Wallet. You will continue to see your ‌Apple Pay‌ transactions in your wallet. Pay with Rewards - Starting June 4, 2026, you will no longer be able to use rewards to cover an ‌Apple Pay‌ purchase directly at digital checkout. Your options for redeeming your Discover rewards otherwise remain the same. Terms - Connected Accounts and Pay with Rewards with ‌Apple Pay‌ cancellation does not affect any other terms of your Discover accounts and agreements. Eligibility, service, and cancellation are subject to the ‌Apple Pay‌ terms. It is not clear if these features are being eliminated because Apple is ending the integrations, or because Discover is opting out. The changes will go into effect on June 4, 2026.Tags: Apple Wallet, DiscoverThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 3 | MacRumors
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 3
Apple today released new firmware for the AirPods Pro 3. The firmware has a version number of 8B40, up from 8B39. There is no word on what's included in the new firmware, but Apple has a support document with limited notes. Most updates are limited to bug fixes and performance improvements. To get the updated firmware, make sure your AirPods Pro are in range of your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and are connected via Bluetooth. From there, connect your Apple device to Wi-Fi, put your AirPods in the Charging Case, and connect the Charging Case to power. Keep the case closed and wait at least 30 minutes for the firmware update to install. After that, check the version number and repeat the process if the update hasn't been installed.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Tag: AirPods Pro 3Buyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Porsche Celebrates Apple's 50th Anniversary With Throwback Race Car Livery | MacRumors
Porsche Celebrates Apple's 50th Anniversary With Throwback Race Car Livery
Porsche today announced a new collaboration with Apple that will see two Porsche 963 vehicles outfitted with an Apple Computer-inspired wrap in round four of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship at Laguna Seca. The event is set to take place on Sunday, May 3. Porsche says that the one-time design is meant to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Porsche Motorsport and the 50th anniversary of Apple's founding. The wrap pays homage to the Porsche 935 K3, which competed in the 1980 season and raced at Le Mans. In a statement, Apple Music, Sports, and Beats Vice President Oliver Schusser said that Apple is proud to once again partner with Porsche. We've enjoyed a longstanding relationship with Porsche, going back to 1980 when a Porsche race car first carried the Apple logo. That moment marked the beginning of a shared passion for innovation and creativity that continues to define our collaboration today. As Apple celebrates its 50th anniversary, we're proud to once again partner with Porsche on a design that pays tribute to that original 1980 livery. Porsche Motorsport Vice President Thomas Laudenbach said Porsche and Apple are both "icons that stand for innovation and continuous development by experts in Zuffenhausen, Weissach and Cupertino." The Laguna Seca Raceway is located 80 miles south of the Apple Park campus, and the fourth round is set to last for two hours and 40 minutes. The No. 6 Porsche 963 will be shared by France's Kévin Estre and Belgium's Laurens Vanthoor, while the No. 7 car will be shared by France's Julien Andlauer and Brazil's Felipe Nasr. The No. 7 vehicle currently leads the IMSA championship standings after winning the opening two rounds at Daytona and Sebring. Earlier this year, Porsche featured an Apple Music-themed livery for the third round of the IMSA Championship at Long Beach. (Thanks, Greg!)Tag: PorscheThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Pay Users Can Get $20 Off Flowers for Mother's Day | MacRumors
Apple Pay Users Can Get $20 Off Flowers for Mother's Day
Mother's Day is coming up on Sunday, May 10, and for those who want to order flowers, Apple has a $20 discount available. Apple Pay users in the U.S. can get $20 off a purchase from 1-800-Flowers when spending $49.99 or more on a Mother's Day flower bouquet and other select merchandise. The discount is available through May 9 with the promo code APPLEPAY. To get the deal, iPhone users will need to make a purchase on the 1-800-Flowers website and pay with ‌Apple Pay‌. Apple also has a Mother's Day gift guide on its website with suggestions for those who want to get their mom a Mac, iPhone, iPad, or AirPods.Related Roundup: Apple PayTag: Apple Pay PromoRelated Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Some iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air Users Experiencing a Charging Issue | MacRumors
Some iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air Users Experiencing a Charging Issue
Earlier this week, 9to5Mac's Benjamin Mayo reported on an apparent charging issue affecting at least some of Apple's latest iPhone models. In short, Mayo said that when he attempted to charge his iPhone Air with a USB-C cable just seconds after the device ran out of battery, it failed to turn on and did not display the usual red battery icon that indicates charging is occurring. Mayo subsequently realized that several users have posted about this issue across websites such as Reddit and iFixit Answers, but it is unclear what the root cause is or how widespread it is. Apple has yet to publicly comment on the matter, and the issue does not appear to be fixed in the latest iOS 26.4.1 and iOS 26.4.2 software releases. As far as I can tell, I also experienced this issue with my iPhone 17 Pro Max earlier this month. While staying at a hotel, I accidentally forgot to charge the device one night, leading it to shut off on me when I woke up the next morning. Naturally, I plugged in a USB-C cable, but the screen remained black with no battery icon for many minutes. At the time, I thought that maybe the hotel's outlets were not working correctly, but I knew something was up after I tried a variety of different outlets and chargers without success. Just like Mayo, I was eventually able to get my iPhone to turn on by placing it on a MagSafe charger and waiting about 10 to 15 minutes. In my case, it was a MagSafe battery pack from Anker that I carry with me while traveling. A few Reddit users said the standard iPhone 17 model is also impacted. All in all, it would appear that the new iPhones have a hit-or-miss charging problem when they fully run out of battery, but there is no guarantee that everyone will experience it. With the issue now receiving attention on 9to5Mac and MacRumors, hopefully Apple is made aware and provides a fix in an upcoming iOS version.Related Roundups: iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone AirBuyer's Guide: iPhone 17 Pro (Neutral), iPhone Air (Buy Now)Related Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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'AirPods Ultra' Rumored to Feature a Major Upgrade Over AirPods Pro | MacRumors
'AirPods Ultra' Rumored to Feature a Major Upgrade Over AirPods Pro
In a social media post this week, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reiterated that Apple is planning to release new AirPods with cameras "for Siri." Last month, Gurman said these AirPods will likely be priced above the current AirPods Pro 3, which Apple sells for $249. As a result, he said Apple is likely considering using "AirPods Ultra" branding for the camera-equipped AirPods. "AirPods Ultra" would not have typical cameras for capturing photos and videos. Instead, Gurman previously reported that the earbuds will be equipped with infrared cameras that use computer vision to feed data about a user's surroundings to Siri. The cameras should help to enhance the Visual Intelligence feature on the iPhone 15 Pro and newer. This would be similar to the infrared camera built into the Face ID system on iPhones. In June 2024, Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said AirPods with cameras would potentially enable "in-air gesture control." In his post this week, however, Gurman said he does not expect the AirPods to support hand gestures. It was initially rumored that the camera-equipped AirPods would be a higher-end AirPods Pro 3 configuration, much like the AirPods 4 are available in variants with or without active noise cancellation. However, it is increasingly sounding like the earbuds will instead be "AirPods Ultra" positioned above the AirPods Pro entirely. Macworld's Filipe Espósito recently reported that Apple plans to release an "iPhone Ultra" and a "MacBook Ultra" within the next year, so "AirPods Ultra" would be part of a trio of new "Ultra" devices. Apple already uses "Ultra" branding for the Apple Watch Ultra, CarPlay Ultra, and the M1 Ultra to M3 Ultra series of chips. It is not entirely clear when the "AirPods Ultra" will arrive, but September of this year is a possibility if Apple plans to announce them alongside the "iPhone Ultra," its long-rumored foldable iPhone. A redesigned "MacBook Ultra" with an OLED display and touch-screen capabilities is expected to follow by early 2027.Related Roundup: AirPods Pro 3Tags: AirPods Ultra, Mark GurmanBuyer's Guide: AirPods Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: AirPodsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Leads Global Market for Satellite-Connected Smartphones | MacRumors
Apple Leads Global Market for Satellite-Connected Smartphones
Apple remains the top manufacturer of satellite-capable smartphones globally, with such devices projected to reach 46% of all smartphone shipments by 2030, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research. The firm's Smartphone Satellite Connection Report finds that Apple kickstarted the satellite phone trend when it partnered with Globalstar to bring Emergency SOS via satellite to the iPhone 14 in 2022 and has maintained a clear lead since. Samsung leads the Android ecosystem, while Huawei and Google also follow a proprietary approach. Other Android players, including Xiaomi, OPPO, HONOR, and vivo, have aligned with the 3GPP non-terrestrial network (NTN) standard to enable broader scalability and interoperability. The market is currently dominated by the premium segment, with the lack of compelling everyday use cases limiting broader adoption. 3GPP Release 17 supports only SOS messaging and basic location sharing. Release 18 is expected to expand adoption further across premium brands, but mass-market penetration in the mid-price segment is not anticipated until Release 19. Qualcomm leads among Android vendors with its Snapdragon X80 and X85 modems, with MediaTek, Samsung, Google, and Huawei all increasing competition. North America is the leading region for adoption, driven by carrier partnerships including T-Mobile with SpaceX, AT&T with AST Mobile, and Rogers with SpaceX, alongside Apple's Globalstar arrangement. Amazon's acquisition of Globalstar is seen as a notable development, potentially opening new connectivity-as-a-service revenue streams. Counterpoint expects Apple, Google, and Samsung to lead in overall market penetration toward 2030, with Android brands targeting entry-level and mid-range price points seeing slower uptake. Apple recently agreed a new satellite deal with Amazon following its acquisition of Globalstar, and has several new satellite features in development, including Maps via satellite, photos in Messages via satellite, and a satellite API for third-party apps.Tags: Counterpoint, Emergency SOS via Satellite, iPhone Satellite FeaturesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Watch Series 11 Hits $100 Off Nearly Every GPS Aluminum Model, Plus $130 Off Cellular | MacRumors
Apple Watch Series 11 Hits $100 Off Nearly Every GPS Aluminum Model, Plus $130 Off Cellular
Amazon this week has all-time low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11, with up to $130 off numerous models of the smartwatch. This sale includes nearly every aluminum model of the Series 11 on sale at a record low price, plus new steep markdowns on cellular models. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $299.00, down from $399.00, and the 46mm GPS model for $329.00, down from $429.00. On Amazon, you'll find four of both the 42mm and 46mm GPS models on sale at these all-time low prices. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 A new highlight of Series 11 deals is on the 46mm cellular model, which has hit $399.00, down from $529.00. This is a big $130 discount on the cellular Apple Watch, and it's available in three colors. You'll also find $100 off the 42mm cellular model right now. $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm Cell) for $399.00 $130 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm Cell) for $399.00 Head to our full Deals Roundup to get caught up with all of the latest deals and discounts that we've been tracking over the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Launched AirTag 5 Years Ago Today | MacRumors
Apple Launched AirTag 5 Years Ago Today
Apple's AirTag item tracker turns five years old today, with the $29 accessory having spent half a decade as the best-selling item tracker in the world. The ‌AirTag‌ launched on April 30, 2021, alongside the M1 iMac, a new iPad Pro, and a new Apple TV 4K. The coin-shaped accessory has a polished stainless steel back, IP67 water resistance, and a U1 Ultra Wideband chip that powers Precision Finding, a feature that combines haptic, visual, and audio feedback to guide users to a lost item's precise location with the iPhone 11 and later. Setup works by bringing the tag close to an iPhone, with each ‌AirTag‌ appearing in the Items tab of the Find My app. The ‌Find My‌ network, which relies on Bluetooth signals from nearby Apple devices to relay location data, allows a lost item to be tracked even when out of direct range. The ‌AirTag‌ is priced at $29 for a single tag or $99 for a four-pack, with free engraving available. Reports of the AirTag being misused for stalking and vehicle theft surfaced within months of launch, with its small size, low price, and the breadth of the ‌Find My‌ network making it an attractive tool for bad actors. Apple released a statement in February 2022 saying incidents of misuse were "rare; however, each instance is one too many," and introduced setup warnings making clear that using an ‌AirTag‌ to track people without consent is a crime in many regions. A class-action lawsuit filed in California in December 2022, later expanded to include more than three dozen plaintiffs, alleged that the product's accuracy and affordability made it well-suited for misuse, and a federal judge allowed certain claims to move forward in March 2024. Apple and Google later aligned on cross-platform specifications so that Android users receive automatic unwanted tracking alerts alongside iPhone users. Despite the controversy, Apple says the ‌AirTag‌ became its best-selling item tracking accessory, citing user stories of recovering lost luggage, bicycles, and bags in the years since launch. Apple released the second-generation AirTag in January 2026. The updated model features a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip with Precision Finding working from up to 50% farther away, an upgraded Bluetooth chip, and a speaker 50% louder than the original. For the first time, Precision Finding also works with Apple Watch Series 9 models and later. A teardown revealed that the speaker magnet is more firmly secured in the second-generation model, making it harder to remove, a modification that had previously been used to silence unwanted tracking alerts. Pricing remains $29 for a single tag and $99 for a four-pack.Related Roundup: AirTagBuyer's Guide: AirTag (Buy Now)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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YouTube Bringing Free Picture-in-Picture to iPhone Users Outside the U.S. | MacRumors
YouTube Bringing Free Picture-in-Picture to iPhone Users Outside the U.S.
YouTube's picture-in-picture mode on the iPhone and iPad is expanding to more users worldwide, YouTube said today. Picture-in-picture (PiP) will be rolling out globally, so it will no longer be limited to those in the U.S. and Premium subscribers. Non-Premium users worldwide will be able to use PiP for longform, non-music content on iOS and Android. This has already been available in the U.S. and to Premium subscribers globally, so there will be no change for those users. Premium Lite members can still use PiP for longform, non-music content, and Premium members can use PiP for music and non-music content. Picture-in-picture shrinks a video into a small player that can be used alongside other apps. To use PiP, swipe up to exit the YouTube app, and the video will continue to play in a small window that can be moved anywhere on the display. The PiP changes are rolling out "in the coming months," according to YouTube.Tag: YouTubeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Addressing API Maintenance | CloudFlare
Addressing API Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT May 4, 00:00 - 01:00 UTCMay 1, 05:57 UTCScheduled - Cloudflare will be performing scheduled maintenance on the Addressing API. During this window, the API will be intermittently unavailable and configuration updates to IP prefixes may not succeed. Existing prefix advertisements and traffic are not impacted.
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LHR (London) on 2026-05-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT May 6, 00:30 - 07:00 UTCMay 1, 05:46 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in LHR (London) datacenter on 2026-05-06 between 00:30 and 07:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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LHR (London) on 2026-05-07 | CloudFlare
LHR (London) on 2026-05-07
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT May 7, 00:30 - 07:00 UTCMay 1, 05:46 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in LHR (London) datacenter on 2026-05-07 between 00:30 and 07:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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Analytics – Web Analytics Delays | CloudFlare
Analytics – Web Analytics Delays
Apr 30, 23:26 UTCResolved - This incident has been resolved.Apr 30, 23:23 UTCIdentified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented.Apr 30, 23:23 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare Web Analytics processing is running behind. This affects timely delivery of customer data. These delays do not impact analytics for DNS and Rate Limiting.
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Durable Object and D1 Analytics Delayed | CloudFlare
Durable Object and D1 Analytics Delayed
Apr 30, 23:04 UTCIdentified - The storage totals shown in the dashboard for Durable Objects and D1 are currently delayed.
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Load Balancing health monitoring impacted | CloudFlare
Load Balancing health monitoring impacted
Apr 30, 22:49 UTCMonitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results.Apr 30, 22:31 UTCInvestigating - Cloudflare is currently investigating issues with its Load Balancing Health Monitoring services. During this time there may be a delay in responding to endpoint health changes.
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Issues with reporting | Reddit
Issues with reporting
Apr 30, 12:32 PDTInvestigating - Users may experience issues when trying to report posts, comments, or user details.
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Schedule Maintenance Thursday April 30th – Blogger Service | IFTTT
Schedule Maintenance Thursday April 30th – Blogger Service
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 30, 12:00 - 13:00 PDTApr 30, 11:32 PDTScheduled - We will be performing routine maintenance on the Blogger service today, Thursday April 30th, between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM PST.During this time, Applets that use the Blogger service will be temporarily paused and will not run. Applets using the Blogger service will resume once maintenance is complete.
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Desktop Authenticator Enrollment Degradation | Duo Security
Desktop Authenticator Enrollment Degradation
Apr 30, 14:07 EDTResolved - The issue has been resolved. Services have returned to normal operation, and customers should no longer experience delays or failures.We apologize for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience.Apr 30, 13:57 EDTMonitoring - Mitigation actions have been implemented. The service has stabilized and recovery is underway. We will continue to monitor to ensure full resolution.Apr 30, 13:54 EDTIdentified - We are currently addressing an issue impacting desktop authenticator enrollments .A subset of customers may experience intermittent delays or failures during desktop authenticator enrollment. Mitigation actions are in progress and are helping to reduce impact. Core authentication, SSO, and delivery services remain fully operational.
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MSP (Minneapolis) on 2026-04-30
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Increased HTTP 5xx Errors in South Korea region | CloudFlare
Increased HTTP 5xx Errors in South Korea region
Apr 30, 14:47 UTCResolved - Some Cloudflare customers in South Korea region may have observed an increased rate of 5xx errors from 12:40 to 13:00 UTC.
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Possible Network Congestion in United States Eastern and Central regions | CloudFlare
Possible Network Congestion in United States Eastern and Central regions
Apr 30, 13:30 UTCResolved - Cloudflare customers maybe be observing possible network congestion in the United States Eastern and Central regions, from 13:30 to 14:55 UTC.
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SYD (Sydney) on 2026-05-06 | CloudFlare
SYD (Sydney) on 2026-05-06
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SYD (Sydney) on 2026-05-04 | CloudFlare
SYD (Sydney) on 2026-05-04
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DLP API Currently Unavailable | CloudFlare
DLP API Currently Unavailable
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Cloudflare Access experiencing delays with audit logs | CloudFlare
Cloudflare Access experiencing delays with audit logs
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UPDATE: **Title:** Investigating issues with Classroom. **Description:** We are experiencing an issue with Classroom beginning at Wednesday, 2026-04-29 11:30 PDT. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2026-04-29 13:00 PDT. **Symptoms:** Affected users may experience issues accessing classroom. **Workaround:** No workarounds available at this time. | Google Apps
UPDATE: **Title:** Investigating issues with Classroom. **Description:** We are experiencing an issue with Classroom beginning at Wednesday, 2026-04-29 11:30 PDT. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2026-04-29 13:00 PDT. **Symptoms:** Affected users may experience issues accessing classroom. **Workaround:** No workarounds available at this time.
Incident began at 2026-04-29 18:30 (times are in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)).Title: Investigating issues with Classroom. Description: We are experiencing an issue with Classroom beginning at Wednesday, 2026-04-29 11:30 PDT. Our engineering team continues to investigate the issue. We will provide more information by Wednesday, 2026-04-29 13:00 PDT. Symptoms: Affected users may experience issues accessing classroom. Workaround: No workarounds available at this time. Affected products: Classroom
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05:23 pm
LHR (London) on 2026-04-30 | CloudFlare
LHR (London) on 2026-04-30
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Apr 30, 01:00 - 06:00 UTCApr 29, 17:01 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in LHR (London) datacenter on 2026-04-30 between 01:00 and 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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12:15 pm
CLE (Cleveland) on 2026-04-29 | CloudFlare
CLE (Cleveland) on 2026-04-29
Apr 29, 12:15 UTCIn progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary.Apr 29, 12:01 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in CLE (Cleveland) datacenter on 2026-04-29 between 12:15 and 15:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.
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09:22 am
Emerging Service Issue – Object Storage | Linode
Emerging Service Issue – Object Storage
Apr 29, 09:22 UTCInvestigating - We are aware that some customers have been experiencing 403 (InvalidAccessKeyId) errors when attempting to access object storage, beginning yesterday evening. We will share additional updates as we have more information.
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New flagship flash, transmitter from Canon changes the game

By Michael Corsentino

It’s an exciting time for the Canon Speedlite community. Canon’s new radio-enabled 600EX-RT Speedlite and companion ST-E3-RT radio transmitter are a quantum leap forward in wireless E-TTL handheld flash technology. It’s a safe bet other handheld flash manufactures will soon follow suit.

Sigma SD1 Merrill offers medium-format resolution in a DSLR

By Kevin Ames

The latest DSLR camera from Sigma Corporation is the SD1 Merrill, named for Richard “Dick” Merrill, inventor of the X3F CMOS chip, which uses a type of layering that splits light into red, green, and blue at every one of the 4,800×3,200 photo sites on the sensor.

PG-02 Full Gimbal Head a fine piece of craftsmanship

By Laurie Excell

When the folks at Really Right Stuff (www.reallyrightstuff.com) put their mind to a new product, they don’t just do it halfway. And their new PG-02 Full Gimbal Head (US$800) is no exception! I decided to order one for myself after seeing it in use on a field trip to Florida.

Fusion Drive now available on entry-level iMacs

Apple’s Fusion Drive Apple is available as a build-to-order option for the 21.5-inch, 2.7GHz 21.5-inch iMac model. Previously, it was only offered for the high-end 21.5-inchers and the 27-inch iMac.

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Thursday March 26
03:19 am
MacBook Pro M5 Sale Prices — $50 Off 14″ & 16″ Models at Amazon | MacPrices.net
MacBook Pro M5 Sale Prices — $50 Off 14″ & 16″ Models at Amazon
Amazon is offering an early $50 discount on select 14-inch and 16-inch M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models, with free shipping included. This is one of the first price drops we’ve seen on Apple’s latest MacBook Pro lineup, though availability varies by configuration and color. You can check the current deals here: 👉 14-inch MacBook Pro deals at Amazon 👉 16-inch MacBook Pro deals at Amazon Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, as some listings may be from third-party sellers with different pricing. For a full comparison of prices across all retailers, including additional discounts and daily updates, see our MacBook Pro Price Tracker.
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Wednesday March 25
03:17 pm
Find the best price on a new iPhone using our exclusive Price Tracker | MacPrices.net
Find the best price on a new iPhone using our exclusive Price Tracker
We've updated our iPhone Price Tracker with the latest carrier information on Apple's iPhone 17 family of smartphones as well as previous models including the iPhone 16, 16e, and 15. Use our price tracker to find the best deal on an iPhone from major carriers such as Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile as well as numerous MVNOs such has Boost, Mint, and many others. We also show you the lowest prices for base unlimited plans for each carrier, helping you decide which carrier is right for your needs. We update our iPhone Price Tracker continuously as information comes in from wireless providers.
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03:13 pm
Updated MacBook Price Trackers | MacPrices.net
Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Our Apple award-winning MacBook Price Trackers are continually updated with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability for the new MacBook Neo, 16" and 14" M5, M5 Pro, & M5 Max MacBook Pros, along with 13" and 15" M5 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 $50+ off MSRP for new MacBook Airs and $50+ off MacBook Pros: - 16" MacBook Pros - 14" MacBook Pros - 15" MacBook Airs - 13" MacBook Airs - MacBook Neos
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03:05 pm
Updated iPad Price Trackers | MacPrices.net
Updated iPad Price Trackers
We've updated our Apple award-winning iPad Price Trackers with the latest information on 11th-generation A16 iPads as well as M4-powered 11" & 13" iPad Airs and 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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Tuesday March 24
06:59 pm
24-inch M4 iMacs on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP at Amazon | MacPrices.net
24-inch M4 iMacs on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP at Amazon
Amazon has Apple's 24-inch M4 iMacs on sale this week for $107-$200 off MSRP, starting at $1192, each including free shipping: - 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1192, $107 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1324.30, $175 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1571.94, $128 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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06:00 pm
Apple Watch SE 3 models on sale for $30 off MSRP, prices start at $219 | MacPrices.net
Apple Watch SE 3 models on sale for $30 off MSRP, prices start at $219
Amazon has Apple Watch SE 3 models on sale for $30 off MSRP, shipping included: - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $219, $30 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $249, $30 off MSRP - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $249, $30 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $299, $30 off MSRP These are the lowest sale prices currently available for Apple Watch SE 3 models. For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.
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04:38 pm
Amazon is offering a $100 discount on Apple Watch Series 11 models | MacPrices.net
Amazon is offering a $100 discount on Apple Watch Series 11 models
Amazon is offering a $100 discount on new Apple Watch Series 11 models right now. Shipping is free: - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $299, save $100 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $329, save $100 - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $399, save $100 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $429, save $100 These are the lowest prices available for Apple Watch Series 11 models. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Saturday March 21
01:14 pm
Switch to Metro by T-Mobile and get a free iPhone 16e or $250 off the iPhone 17e | MacPrices.net
Switch to Metro by T-Mobile and get a free iPhone 16e or $250 off the iPhone 17e
New! Switch to Metro by T-Mobile, and choose a free Apple iPhone 16e or get $250 off an iPhone 17e with service. The fine print: "Your iPhone 17e is $349.99 via instant discount at checkout plus any applicable sales tax. You’ll need to bring your number & pay for the first month of your plan (eligible plans start at $55 your first month & $50 after with AutoPay). Qualifying port-in required. This offer isn’t available if you’re currently with T-Mobile or have been with Metro in the past 180 days. You can get this deal on up to 2 lines." For the iPhone 16e: "Your iPhone 16e is $99.99 via instant discount at checkout plus any applicable sales tax and ON US via $100 virtual prepaid Mastercard after your 3rd month of service. You’ll need to pay for the first month of your plan (eligible plans start at $55 your first month & $50 with AutoPay). After your third month of service with your new line, you’ll need to properly complete a form for your virtual prepaid Mastercard, which you can use online or in stores; no cash access & expires in 6 months." For the latest prices and deals, see our iPhone Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Friday March 20
05:53 pm
Switch to Visible and get a free iPhone 17e | MacPrices.net
Switch to Visible and get a free iPhone 17e
Purchase an iPhone 17e (256GB) on the Visible+ plan on Verizon's low-cost carrier Visible, and they’ll give you $25/mo in service credits for 24 months. That’s $600 in savings, making the iPhone 17e itself free. Free overnight delivery is available on all new phones. The fine print: "New members, save up to $600 via monthly service credits with the purchase of Apple iPhone 17e. The $45/mo Visible+ Pro plan is required. 1. Join Visible on a new line of service 2. Purchase an eligible device on device payment or at full retail price 3. Select the monthly Visible+ Pro plan 4. Pay the applicable sales tax on the pre-credit price and activate your service within 30 days" Visible uses Verizon's 5G nationwide network and offers plans with unlimited data for $35 per month. For the latest prices and deals, see our iPhone Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Tuesday March 17
10:13 pm
Get AirPods Pro 3 for only $199 right now, $50 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
Get AirPods Pro 3 for only $199 right now, $50 off Apple’s MSRP
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 currently available for AirPods Pro 3. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
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07:33 pm
Clearance 16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pro on sale for $700 off original MSRP | MacPrices.net
Clearance 16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pro on sale for $700 off original MSRP
B&H Photo is offering a $700 discount on the Clearance, Space Black, 16-inch M4 Max MacBook Pros (48GB/1TB) right now. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Black): $3199, $700 off MSRP Their price is the lowest available for this configuration. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Monday March 16
05:41 pm
13-inch M5 iPad Pros on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
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: $1199 $100 off MSRP - 13" 512GB M5 iPad Pro: $1397 $102 off MSRP - 13" 1TB M5 iPad Pro: $1749 $150 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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Tuesday April 28
03:33 pm
Apple Accessory Discount w/ Mac Computer Purchase: 15% off + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple Accessory Discount w/ Mac Computer Purchase: 15% off + free shipping
When you buy select Mac computers at Best Buy, save 15% off Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse, or Magic Trackpads. There is a limit of one accessory discount per order. This deal ends June 27. Shop Now at Best Buy
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09:10 am
Apple iPad Air 11″ M3 512GB WiFi + Cellular for $799 + free shipping w/ Prime | DealNews iPads
Apple iPad Air 11″ M3 512GB WiFi + Cellular for $799 + free shipping w/ Prime
That's the best price we've ever seen, at $50 under our October mention. Buy Now at Amazon
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12:24 am
Refurbished 2nd-Gen Apple iPad Air 9.7″ 16GB WiFi Tablet (2014) for $86 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurbished 2nd-Gen Apple iPad Air 9.7″ 16GB WiFi Tablet (2014) for $86 + free shipping
DailySteals has the Refurbished 2nd-Gen Apple iPad Air 9.7″ 16GB WiFi Tablet (2014) for $85.99 after coupon code “BPAD8”. That’s $213 below the original price. It includes a 90-day warranty. Shipping is free. Deal ends May 7. Buy Now at dailysteals
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Monday April 27
12:05 pm
Refurb Apple MacBook Pro 12th-Gen. i5 13.3″ Laptop for $282 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Pro 12th-Gen. i5 13.3″ Laptop for $282 + free shipping
These are typically over $300 elsewhere right now. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Shipping is free. Buy Now at eBay
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11:59 am
Refurb Apple iPad Air 7 M3 11″ 256GB WiFi Tablet (2025) for $574 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple iPad Air 7 M3 11″ 256GB WiFi Tablet (2025) for $574 + free shipping
Bag this $125 savings right now. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Shipping is free. Buy Now at eBay
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11:40 am
Refurb Apple 11″ iPad Pro 3 128GB (2021) for $455 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 11″ iPad Pro 3 128GB (2021) for $455 + free shipping
Bag this one better than half off right now. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Shipping is free. Buy Now at eBay
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Sunday April 26
02:01 pm
Apple iPad Air 13″ M2 128GB WiFi Tablet (2025) for $499 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Apple iPad Air 13″ M2 128GB WiFi Tablet (2025) for $499 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLETAPR26" to drop the price. That makes for a really strong deal, it's the best we've seen and around $200 less than the going rate elsewhere today. Shipping is free. Coupon ends April 30 2026. Buy Now at eBay
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Friday April 24
12:23 pm
Refurb Apple MacBook Air 13.3″ M1 Laptop (2020) for $302 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Air 13.3″ M1 Laptop (2020) for $302 + free shipping
That's a savings of $597. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
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Wednesday April 22
10:34 pm
Apple Mac Trade-In Deals at Best Buy: Up to $775 off | DealNews Laptops
Apple Mac Trade-In Deals at Best Buy: Up to $775 off
Get up to $775 in trade-in value toward an M5 Series MacBook Air or MacBook Pro when you trade in a qualifying Mac laptop (M1, M2, or M3). Trade-in values may vary and are subject to change at any time. You'll receive your credit via a Best Buy Gift Card. Shop Now at Best Buy
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08:08 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Purple – FWUH3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Purple – FWUH3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Purple – FWUH3LL/A $1,099.00 $1,299.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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08:08 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Purple – FWUH3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Purple – FWUH3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Purple – FWUH3LL/A $1,099.00 $1,299.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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12:32 pm
Apple Device Accessory: 10% off w/ Trade-in + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple Device Accessory: 10% off w/ Trade-in + free shipping
Trade in your old iPhone, iPad, Mac or watch and bag a 10% discount on a wide selection of accessories. View the full list of eligible trade-in and promotional items on page. Shipping is free Shop Now at Apple
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Tuesday April 21
02:13 pm
TabletKeyer A16 11″ Magic Keyboard for iPad for $35.90 + free shipping | DealNews Accessories
TabletKeyer A16 11″ Magic Keyboard for iPad for $35.90 + free shipping
Apply coupon code "9L9NJ4X6" for a savings of $36. Buy Now at Amazon Features Compatible Devices Floating Cantilever Design: Your Personal Viewing & Typing Station Precision Touchpad & Shortcut Keys: Master Your Workflow 7-Color RGB Backlit & Breathing Light: Type in Style, Day or Night
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02:13 pm
TabletKeyer A16 11″ Magic Keyboard for iPad for $35.90 + free shipping | DealNews Accessories
TabletKeyer A16 11″ Magic Keyboard for iPad for $35.90 + free shipping
Apply coupon code "9L9NJ4X6" for a savings of $36. Buy Now at Amazon Features Compatible Devices Floating Cantilever Design: Your Personal Viewing & Typing Station Precision Touchpad & Shortcut Keys: Master Your Workflow 7-Color RGB Backlit & Breathing Light: Type in Style, Day or Night
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11:06 am
Refurb Apple iPad Pro 11″ 256GB WiFi Tablet (2018) for $255 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple iPad Pro 11″ 256GB WiFi Tablet (2018) for $255 + free shipping
At eBay, get the Refurb Apple iPad Pro 11″ 256GB WiFi Tablet (2018) for $255. You’d pay $25 more elsewhere. Shipping is free and it’s backed by a 1-year Allstate warranty. Buy Now at eBay
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