M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pros and everything else coming from Apple this month
Macworld February is not often a very exciting month for Apple releases—the bigger spring releases generally come in March. But this year we have a couple of key products and updates worth anticipating in the shortest month of the year. We could get the first M5 Pro and Max products, and an iOS/iPadOS/macOS beta that finally includes the all-new Siri. That makes for a more exciting February than we usually get from Apple. New hardware releases On the hardware front, several tipsters are now telling us that the MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips is expected to ship during the macOS 26.3 timeframe, which we expect to enter wide release as soon as next week. The M5 Pro and Max will be unique in that they are expected to use a new “SoIC-MH” process that lets Apple put separate CPU and GPU dies on a single substrate in one package together. This could potentially let Apple mix and match CPU and GPU configurations, but it’s possible the company is only pursuing this technology to improve yields (and therefore costs) along with thermal performance. There might be more than new high-end MacBooks on the horizon as well. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman tells us that Apple has a new version of the Studio Display in the works and due in the first half of the year, and current supply in retailers is dwindling. That’s usually a sign that Apple plans to phase out the current model and replace it. The new Studio Display is expected to support ProMotion up to 120Hz and HDR. The M4 MacBook Air is also due for an update to the M5 soon, but stock levels of that product remain steady, so that update might land in March or April. Apps and software updates We got the new Creator Studio bundle at the end of January, and it came with updates to nearly all of the apps within—Final Cut Pro, Motion, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Keynote, Pages, Numbers, Freeform, Compressor, and MainStage. Hence, there’s not much in the way of new applications or major updates to existing ones expected in February. But the operating systems could get very interesting. We’re on the verge of the OS 26.3 releases, which only offer a few minor refinements along with bug fixes and security updates, as well as the launch of new MacBook Pros (see above). The release of 26.3 will be followed almost immediately by the 26.4 betas, which will be a big release. iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26.4 are supposed to give us the long-overdue new-and-improved Siri based on Google’s Gemini foundation model. It will reportedly use a custom build older than the latest Gemini 3 release that runs entirely on Apple’s servers (with some simple tasks running on-device). Beyond the change in AI models, Siri will be able to understand what is on your screen, build a personal context profile of you to deliver tailored responses, and take actions within apps. It should be a big leap. Siri will still be Siri, though: a phone, tablet, and PC assistant and not a full-scale chatbot with text input and back-and-forth conversations. In the OS 27 updates due this fall, Siri is expected to get both another big foundation model upgrade and evolve into that sort of chatbot. Services Apple TV+ Here are the shows, series, and movies we expect to release on Apple TV+ in February. If you want to know what’s coming later, check our full guide to upcoming Apple TV+ content. Eternity: In an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive. February 13 The Last Thing He Told Me (season 2): When Owen shows up after five years on the run, Hannah and her stepdaughter Bailey find themselves in a race to figure out how to reunite their family before the past catches up to them.  February 20 Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (season 2): Season two will pick up with the fate of Monarch — and the world — hanging in the balance. The dramatic saga reveals buried secrets that reunite our heroes (and villains) on Kong’s Skull Island. February 27 Apple Arcade Apple releases most Apple Arcade games on the first Friday of each month. Check our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full list of Apple Arcade games and more details on the service. Occasionally, games are released with no forewarning, but you’ll usually see next month’s releases listed in the Coming Soon section. Felicity’s Door: A rhythm game that takes you through Tom and Felicity’s magical world of dreams. February 5 Sid Meier’s Civilization VII: The Arcade editing is the full base Civ 7 game, the latest in the storied strategy series. February 5 I Love Hue Too+: Color-based puzzle game. February 5 Retrocade: Play 10 classic arcade games. The Vision Pro version lets you walk up to virtual arcade cabinets! February 5

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Lawsuit claims WhatsApp encryption is a lie; cryptography professor weighs in
Both the founders of WhatsApp and current owner Meta state that the app uses end-to-end encryption, meaning that nobody outside the chat can access the content. A lawsuit claims that this isn’t true and that anyone inside Meta can get full access to all of the messages sent or received by any WhatsApp user. Johns Hopkins University professor and cryptographer Matthew Green has weighed in with a blog post analyzing the claims and likely reality … more…

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If Apple is richer than ever, why does it feel so broke?
Macworld First off, the Macalope would like to assure you that he is not in the Epstein files. Let’s just get that out of the way. The Macalope is letting you know because it seems like lately a lot of people are turning up in them, including one Tim Cook! Yes, Cook’s Lack of Good Sense Tour continues as the Apple CEO is caught, fortunately, with his pants up but his values down. The Macalope’s going to clue you in on a feature of iOS you may not be aware of, Tim. When someone calls whom you don’t want to talk to or just really should not, there’s a little button that says “Send to voicemail.” It’s a really handy feature when you get calls from spammers or annoying relatives or people who have been accused of multiple sex offenses. Epstein was contacting Cook on behalf of Steven Sinofsky, who was getting pushed out at Microsoft. Epstein, in addition to trafficking underage girls to the rich, also apparently connected the rich to conduct business, sort of like a disgusting LinkedIn. Okay, a more disgusting LinkedIn. This is the third accused sexual offender this week that Cook has been found to have consorted with, while X, Grok, and other apps that create non-consensual sexual images of women and minors continue to be hosted on the App Store, the safest store in the world, according to Apple. [Rainbow, star, jingle, “The more you know” catchphrase.] Surprising no one, the guy who runs both X and Grok, is also part of the Epstein files and in a much less passive, much more “Hey, buddy, when can we hang out?” way. (And, yes, the Macalope knows Bill Clinton and others are in there. Also gross.) One may think back quaintly to 2018, when Cook was doling out sage advice to Mark Zuckerberg: the way to avoid having to deal with the fallout of bad situations is to not get into them. Cook should have listened to himself. If you’d like to receive regular news and updates to your inbox, sign up for our newsletters, including The Macalope and Apple Breakfast, David Price’s weekly, bite-sized roundup of all the latest Apple news and rumors.Foundry We are experiencing a period of great angst in the Apple community, and most of it is the result of Tim Cook’s leadership. Cook has done a tremendous job over the years, building on Apple’s success and taking the company to new heights. For years, the Macalope skewered pundits who suggested Cook was a failure for not delivering a product as successful as the iPhone, as if it were reasonable to suggest he deliver another once-in-a-lifetime product. Cook’s tenure has been one of mature, stable stewardship, and over the more than decade and a half he’s led the company, Apple continued to ship hits like the Apple Watch and AirPods. But Apple has burned through a lot of goodwill with its biggest fans because of the company Cook has been keeping, its maniacal grip on the App Store (but it magically loosens for Elon Musk), some recent design choices (cough–Liquid Glass–cough–horrible icons–cough), and an inability to ship enhanced Siri. People who used to be counted as largely friendly to the company are having less of a good time being in its corner these days. Kevin Renskers says, “Tim Cook sold Apple’s soul”. Now, Kevin, while the U.S. Supreme Court has said that corporations are individuals, it has yet to grant them souls, so the Macalope will thank you to stop overreacting. Think of a corporation as you would a sexy vampire, such as Lestat, Spike, or two of the four guys in Vampire Weekend. Matt Gemmell decried “The Fallen Apple”. In a piece replete with spot-on zingers, Gemmell saves the zingiest for last: Heading for bankruptcy once more, in every sense except the financial. All of this after John Gruber’s “Something is Rotten in the State of Cupertino” last year (and many posts since). For years, pundits have told us this time it’s different because honk-honk blazzlefrozzle with jelly on it, and the Macalope made fun of them every time. And, indeed, to Gemmell’s point, no one is saying the company will feel any effect from this outpouring of dissatisfaction. More’s the pity. But while the game may still be going on and the home team may still be winning, the fans are leaving the arena. The cheering is dying down.

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Apple @ Work Podcast: The reality of macOS malware in the enterprise
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage & protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. In this episode of Apple @ Work, Jaron Bradley from Jamf joins the show to talk about macOS malware and what IT teams need to know in 2026. more…

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Panther Lake proves once and for all: Apple was smart to dump Intel
Macworld In case you didn’t know, Intel has been having a rough time. But they’re taking steps in the right direction. Most recently, they made a major announcement at CES 2026, revealing their new Panther Lake chip for laptops. Our sister publication, PCWorld, got its hands on an Asus ZenBook Duo laptop outfitted with a Core Ultra X9 388H Panther Lake chip and ran several benchmarks. The results are encouraging for Windows users. But this is Macworld, and we’re interested in how the Intel chip compares to Apple’s M-series. Below is a chart of PCWorld’s results pitted against Apple’s family of entry-level M-series chips. Take your time and click through the charts. Intel Core Ultra X9 388H Panther Lake vs. Apple M-series

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iPhone Fold leak shows Apple borrowing design cues from iPad
A new leak provides more details about the foldable iPhone's design, pointing to several similarity with iPads. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)

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A lifetime subscription for this iOS scanner app is only $28 with this discount code (was $199.90)
Macworld TL;DR: iScanner is an iOS scanner app with a lifetime subscription on sale now for $27.99 with code SCAN. Desktop scanners are expensive, take up a whole lot of space, and they can break. If you need to scan documents regularly, iScanner can help. This iOS scanner app can digitize any document, and that’s just the start of what it can do. A lifetime subscription is also on sale now for $27.99 (reg. $199.90), but that won’t last much longer. iScanner turns your iPhone, iPad, or Android device into a portable scanner and document manager. You can scan contracts, tax forms, tickets, receipts, handwritten notes, or assignments, then export them as PDF, JPG, DOC, XLS, PPT, or TXT. AI-powered tools detect and adjust document borders, straighten pages, clean up noise, and recognize text in 20+ languages. There’s also a full PDF editor, so you can correct colors, add signatures, mark up documents, cover or blur sensitive text, add text to forms, and use templates to autofill common fields. A built-in file manager lets you organize folders, drag and drop files, lock private items with a PIN, merge or split documents, number pages, and add watermarks, headers, and footers. Specialized modes handle multi-page documents, ID cards and passports, math problems, measuring areas, counting similar objects, and scanning QR codes. Use code SCAN to get an iScanner lifetime subscription on sale for $27.99. Sale ends February 15 at 11:59 p.m. PT. iScanner App: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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The 13-inch M5 iPad Pro 256GB Wi-Fi Is $149 Off
The 13-inch iPad Pro is discounted by $149, making the jump to the next generation M5 Chip more affordable. Tackle professional projects and heavy workloads, even your most demanding tasks, with the speed and power of this iPad. M5 delivers a processing speed that’s much faster and battery that’s more efficient. It’s equipped with neural […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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M5 Pro and M5 Max Chips for the MacBook Pro could Roll Out with macOS 26.3
Mark Gurman from Bloomberg reports that Apple is planning M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models in line with the release of macOS 26.3. Currently, macOS 26.3 is still in beta but should be available globally soon with a February release date. The new models have J714 and J716 code names, and are apparently […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Mac Ordering Process Revamped
Apple has revamped the method for ordering Mac models like the Mac Pro, Mac Studio, iMac, Mac Mini, MacBook Pro and MacBook Air online. In the past, pre-made options were available for MacBooks, allowing you to upgrade the specs after you choose one of them. Now, consumers are to build their Mac from scratch as […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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Check Signed By Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs Sold For $2.4 Million
A check from Apple signed by Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs, the co-founders of the company, has been sold for $2.4 million during the auction that happened at RR this week selling for 4800x of the original value. The $500 check has a history, as it was issued to Howard Cantin, the designer of printed […] The post appeared first on iLounge.

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How to downgrade an iPhone from iOS 26 to a previous iOS version
Macworld Apple updates iOS every year without fail, bestowing upon our iPhones a range of new features and security improvements as well as the occasional redesign. In September 2025 iOS 26 made its debut. Most iPhone users will move to the new platform pretty much straight away, and the majority are sure to love the changes. But what if you want to go back to an older version of iOS? Is that even possible? In this article, we explore what options you have when wanting to downgrade iOS on your iPhone. Update February 4, 2026: iPhone users for whom iOS 26.2.1 has caused crashes and connectivity issues, users were able to follow these steps to downgrade while Apple was signing iOS 26.2, but unfortunately it stopped doing so on February 3. PROMOTIONEaseUS |Downgrade iOS for free EaseUS iOS System Repair is to solve iOS/iPadOS system issues without data loss, including upgrading to a new iOS or rolling back to a previous iOS. With just one click, it lists out all the available firmware versions that Apple is still signing, so that you’re able to decide which version is your favorite or downgrade to any ideal version. The downgrade is completed without iTunes. Now 25% OFF by using code: MACWORLD25. Free Trial Buy and Save 25% Can I downgrade from a new version of iOS to an old one? The answer to this depends on whether you want to downgrade from a brand new version of iOS to an old version of iOS, a beta to a non-beta version, or just a point update within a few days of it being issued. In those scenarios, you can downgrade, but there is a time limit. If you are hoping to downgrade from iOS 26 to iOS 18, though, that’s not something you can do anymore. Even if you want to downgrade from iOS 26.2 to iOS 26.1 that won’t be possible either. The reason you can’t downgrade is that Apple is no longer ‘signing’ those versions of iOS, and these days Apple stops signing old versions of iOS within days of a new version or update being issued. But if you are quick enough you might be able to downgrade from a new version of iOS to the previous version, we’ll show you how. How to downgrade iOS: What you need 1) Find out whether Apple is still signing the older version of iOS The first thing you need to do is find out if Apple is still signing the version of iOS you need. To find out whether Apple is still signing the version of iOS you need visit this page and look up your iPhone to see which versions are still signed by Apple. Apple usually stops signing a version of iOS within one or two weeks of a new update. Is Apple still signing the version of iOS you want?Foundry If you are lucky and the old version is still being signed you will be able to downgrade. However, you still may prefer to stay on the new version because this process will wipe your iPhone. 2) Download the correct IPSW firmware files You will need the correct firmware for your iPhone model. To do this go to IPSW.me (on your Mac) and download the correct version of the iOS you want that matches your iPhone model. As said above, it needs to still be signed by Apple at the time you wish to restore that version, which can be a very narrow window indeed – days, not weeks. The software should start downloading to your Downloads folder. (Note, it can take a long time to download an iOS from the site). 3) A Mac or PC You will need to use the Finder (Mac) or iTunes/Apple Devices App (PC) to restore your iPhone. 4) An old backup from before the update The only way to reinstall an older version of iOS is to wipe the current one from your device. If you restore from a backup made after you updated, you will be putting the newer version of iOS back on to the device. Therefore we recommend restoring from an older backup. We explain how to do this in the steps below. How to downgrade iOS 26: Step-by-step guide We followed the steps below to downgraded from iOS 18 to iOS 17.6.1, but the process is the same for downgrading from iOS 26.2.1 to iOS 26.2, as long as you act quickly. [Note: Apple has stopped signing iOS 26.2 as of February 3]. WARNING: This process will wipe your iPhone! Beware that you could lose your data if you don’t have a backup from before the iOS update you are downgrading from. Download the correct version of iOS you require from IPSW.me. Note it must still be signed by Apple at the time you wish to restore it. On a Mac open the Finder. On a PC use the Apple Devices app. (Some PC users and those running macOS Catalina or older will need to use iTunes). Plug in your iPhone. Turn off Find My on your device because it enables Activation Lock, which could prevent you from erasing and downgrading the iPhone. Go to Settings > your name > Find My > Find My iPhone > Turn off. Enter your Apple ID password to confirm. Hold down the Option/Alt key and click on Restore iPhone. On a PC hold Shift and click on Restore iPhone. Select the version of iOS you wish to install on the iPhone from your downloads folder. Click on Open. A message will appear saying which version of iOS you will install – this should be the one you have selected. Click to confirm this and wait while your iPhone is restored. Do not disconnect the iPhone during this process. The phone will be wiped and the old version of iOS installed on the iPhone. When we did this the Finder wrongly identified the version, but it was the one we wanted. You now need to set up your iPhone again. Be aware that backups made on newer versions of iOS usually can’t be restored to older versions, so you may need to set up the iPhone as new. This is what it looked like when we downgraded from iOS 16.6.1 to iOS 16.6. The process is the same – as long as the old version is still signed. Foundry How to downgrade from an iOS beta If you want to downgrade from an iOS beta the process can be simple, or difficult, depending on whether you just want to start using the official version of iOS rather than the beta. If you want to stop getting beta updates of iOS 26 and instead use the standard version of iOS 26 then you just need to turn off Beta Updates so that you don’t receive them on your device. Open Settings on your iPhone. Tap on General. Tap on Software Update. Tap on Beta Updates. Tap on Off. Tap on Back. It is also possible to revert from the beta version installed on your iPhone to the version of the previous iOS. But as above, you will wipe your iPhone or iPad in doing so. If you want to receive beta updates again in the future just go back to this screen and select the ones you want. We cover the whole process in our how to remove an iOS beta from your iPhone guide. FAQ 1. Why can’t I downgrade to an older version of iOS? As we said above, there is a very small window in which you can downgrade. When software is made available by Apple the company includes a signature that confirms its authenticity. This is for security reasons, so that you won’t accidentally install bogus software that claims to be iOS and then find yourself in a world of pain as all your data is stolen. Whereas in the past Apple would leave the signature valid on previous versions of iOS for a short time, in recent years the signature has been removed within days of, and sometimes almost simultaneously with, the release of the newer version. This isn’t a new scenario. At an Apple shareholder meeting back in 2016, the company’s senior vice president of software engineering, Craig Federighi, was reported as saying that Apple did “not provide a way to downgrade largely because each iOS update improves the security of your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. To downgrade iOS means that your device would be less secure, and easier for hackers to get into.” If the version of iOS you wish to reinstall doesn’t have this signature then you will not be able to install it on your iPhone or iPad. 2. Is there another way to go back to a previous version of iOS if this doesn’t work? If you simply must have a certain version of iOS, perhaps because an old app is stuck on that version and hasn’t been updated since, then there is a somewhat drastic solution. Buy an old iPhone. It sounds silly, but it’s probably the easiest way to ensure that you have the iOS version you need. We’d recommend scouring eBay or some of the refurbished outlets like Amazon Renewed (or Back Market, MusicMagpie, or Amazon Renewed in the U.K.) to see if someone is selling an older model still running the iOS you want. Needless to say, you should specifically ask the buyer to confirm this–don’t just assume that the iPhone will still be running the version of iOS that was current when it launched. But bear in mind, finally, that there’s a reason why Apple wants people using its latest software. Not only does this mean you get the newest features and design, but it should also be the safest one available as it has the latest updates. There are also third-party tools that can offer easier workflows, additional automation, or support for unsigned firmware. Examples include EaseUS iOS System Repair, AnyFix, Tenorshare ReiBoot, and TinyUmbrella. 3. How long does Apple allow you to downgrade iOS after an update? Apple typically provides a very narrow window for downgrading your iPhone’s operating system. This limitation exists because Apple is required to “sign” an older version of iOS to confirm its authenticity and security before it can be installed on a device. Once Apple stops signing an older version, which often happens within days of a newer release, that version becomes unavailable for installation. Apple’s official stance, as explained by senior vice president of software engineering Craig Federighi, is that downgrading is restricted because “each iOS update improves the security of your iPhone… To downgrade iOS means that your device would be less secure, and easier for hackers to get into.” 4. Can you downgrade iOS without a computer? Downgrading an iPhone or iPad to an older version of iOS typically requires a computer, as Apple does not provide a native “rollback” feature within the device’s settings. While you can perform certain actions like removing a beta profile directly on your device, a true downgrade to a previous stable version generally necessitates a PC or Mac to install the necessary firmware files. If you are currently running a beta version (such as the iOS 26 beta) and want to return to the standard release, you can do so without a computer by removing the configuration profile, as explained above. 5. Will downgrading iOS erase my iPhone? Yes, downgrading iOS will typically erase your iPhone. The standard process for moving to an older version of the operating system requires a complete wipe of the device’s current data to ensure the older software can be installed cleanly. Because of this, having a backup is critical. However, there is a significant limitation regarding compatibility: backups made on a newer version of iOS (such as iOS 26) cannot be restored to a device running an older version (such as iOS 18) . To get your data back after a downgrade, you must use a backup that was created while the device was still running that older version or earlier. While official methods via Apple’s Finder involve wiping the device, some third-party software claims to offer “no data loss” downgrades. For instance, the program Tenorshare ReiBoot is described as a tool that allows you to downgrade iOS 26 to 18 without data loss on your iPhone or iPad.

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How to watch Super Bowl LX on Apple devices, streaming, cable & antenna
The 2026 Super Bowl is streaming on NBC and Peacock, but Apple users have multiple ways to watch. Here's how to stream Super Bowl LX on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV.How to watch Super Bowl LX on Apple devicesSuper Bowl LX will take place on Sunday, February 8, with NBC holding exclusive U.S. broadcast rights. Peacock serves as the primary streaming platform, which has direct implications for how the game can be watched across Apple devices.For Apple users, the practical questions are straightforward — which devices are supported and which apps actually work. You'll also want to know if watching requires a paid subscription or a TV provider login. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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You can no longer downgrade to iOS 26.2
Following last week’s release of iOS 26.2.1, Apple has now stopped signing iOS 26.2. Here’s what that means. more…

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Logic Pro 12.0
Professional audio app updated with new AI Session Player and a lengthy list of improvements. ($199.99 new or $129.99 annually with Apple Creator Studio subscription, free update, 2.68 GB, macOS 15.6+)

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Timing 2026.1
Brings some handy improvements to the time and productivity tracking app. ($108/$132/$192 annual subscriptions, free update, 31.7 MB, macOS 11+)

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DEVONthink 4.2
Document and information manager updated with full support for macOS 26 Tahoe's Liquid Glass design. ($99 new, free update, 89.7 MB, macOS 13+)

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Acorn 8.4.1
Makes tweaks to how Animated GIF, Animated PNG, and SVG previews are rendered on export. ($29.99 new, free update, 87.4 MB, macOS 14+)

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Apple Maps gets a ‘Drops of God’ wine guide curated by actor Tomohisa Yamashita
To help promote the second season of Apple TV’s Drops of God, the company has released an Apple Maps guide with some of actor Tomohisa Yamashita’s favorite wineries in Europe and the US. Here are the details. more…

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Mimestream 1.9.10
Updates the Gmail-specific email app to fix a 100% CPU utilization loop issue. ($49.99 annual subscription, free update, 12.4 MB, macOS 12+)

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New Apple study shows how grouping similar sounds can speed up AI speech generation
A group of Apple and Tel-Aviv University researchers figured out a way to speed up AI-based text-to-speech generation without sacrificing intelligibility. Here’s how they did it. more…

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SuperDuper 3.12
Brings an important security update to the backup app . ($27.95 new, free update, 9.2 MB, macOS 10.13+)

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Mactracker 8.1.1
Adds detailed information about recent hardware and operating system, including iPhone 17 models and macOS 26 Tahoe. ($Free, 260.9 MB, macOS 11+)

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Agenda 22
New features for Premium users and a number of improvements for both standard and Premium editions. (Free or $34.99 annual subscription for Premium features, free update, 174.3 MB, macOS 10.14+)

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SoundSource 6.0.3
Audio control utility makes updates to volume sliders and corrections to interface inconsistencies. ($49 new, free update, 52.2 MB, macOS 15+)

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Keynote 15.1, Numbers 15.1, and Pages 15.1
Productivity suite upgraded with new features as part of Apple Creator Studio bundle. ($129.99 annual Apple Creator Studio subscription, various sizes, macOS 15.6+)

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Final Cut Pro 12, Compressor 5, and Motion 6
Variety of feature additions, improvements and bug fixes for the three professional video apps. ($299.99/$49.99/$49.99 new or $129.99 annually with Apple Creator Studio subscription, free update, various sizes, macOS 15.6+)

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Do You Use It? TidBITS Reader Subscription Habits Revealed
How many subscriptions do you pay for, and are you typical? Our poll results reveal surprising patterns in subscription spending, along with thoughts about why different subscription types provoke such different reactions.

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Apple posts biggest sales quarter in China in four years
Apple reported $25.5 billion in sales from its Greater China segment for the fiscal first quarter ended December 27, 2025, marking a 38%… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.

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MagSafe Monday: LISEN’s new desk charger brings 25-watt MagSafe charging with a built-in cooling fan
One of the most significant limitations of MagSafe charging is heat management. As induction coils transfer energy, they generate waste heat, which causes your iPhone to throttle its charging speeds if it gets too hot to protect the battery. You especially see this in the outdoors during the summer. LISEN is attempting to fix the normal thermal bottleneck with its new 3-in-1 MagSafe station. By adding an active cooling fan and the Qi2.2, LISEN claims it can sustain 25-watt charging speeds that really does wired charging. This is my current daily driver on my desk, and I really like it thus far. more…

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Walmart if offering a $100 Apple Watch Series 11 Holiday discount this weekend
Walmart is now offering a $100 online discount on new Apple Watch Series 11 models as part of their Holiday sales. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 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 Holiday sale 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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Apple Watch SE 3 on sale this weekend for $50 off MSRP, prices start at $199
Walmart has Apple Watch SE 3 models on sale on their online store for $50 off MSRP as part of their ongoing Holiday savings. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $199, $50 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS: $229, $50 off MSRP - 40mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $249, $50 off MSRP - 44mm Apple Watch SE GPS + 5G: $279, $50 off MSRP These are the lowest Holiday prices 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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AirPods Pro 3 on Holiday Sale for $50 off Apple’s MSRP, now only $199
Amazon has Apple AirPods Pro 3 on Holiday sale for $50 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods Pro 3: $199, $50 off Their price is the lowest we've seen so far for these new AirPods Pro models. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.

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Holiday Sale: 24-inch iMacs for $150-$170 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple's 24-inch M4 iMacs on Holiday sale for $150-$170 off MSRP, starting at $1149, each including free shipping: - 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1149, $150 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD): $1349, $150 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (10-Core CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1549, $150 off MSRP - 24-inch M4 iMac (8-Core CPU, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD): $1729-1749, $150-$170 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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Holiday Sale: Apple 11-inch M3 iPads for $100-$50 off MSRP
Take $100-$50 off 11-inch M3 iPad Airs at Amazon as part of their ongoing Holiday sale. Shipping is free: - 11" 128GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $499, $100 off MSRP - 11" 256GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $599, $100 off MSRP - 11" 512GB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $824.99, $75 off MSRP - 11" 1TB WiFi M3 iPad Air: $1049, $50 off MSRP Be sure to order from Amazon itself rather than a third-party seller. These are the lowest prices currently available for new 11" M3-powered iPad Airs. For the latest prices & sales, keep an eye on our iPad Air Price Tracker, updated daily.

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27-inch 5K Studio Displays back in stock and on Holiday sale starting at $1368, up to $231 off MSRP
Amazon has Apple Studio Displays (Standard Glass) back in stock and on Holiday sale starting at $1368, up to $231 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - Studio Display (Tilt Adjustable): $1368 $231 off MSRP - Studio Display (Tilt & Height Adjustable): $1849 $150 off MSRP Their prices are the lowest available for Studio Displays among the retailers we track, and $1368 is the lowest price we've seen for a new Studio Display for the past few months. For the latest prices and sales, see our Studio Display Price Tracker, updated daily.

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2nd generation Apple HomePods on sale for $20 off MSRP with free 1-2 day shipping
B&H Photo has Apple's 2nd generation full-size HomePods (White or Midnight) on sale for $20 off MSRP. This is the steepest discount available on 2nd-gen HomePods among the Apple retailers we track. In addition, B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping on these models to most US addresses: - HomePod (White): $279, save $20 - HomePod (Midnight): $279, save $20 See our HomePod Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals from Apple and its resellers.

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Update: Apple’s new 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros on Holiday sale again for $250 off MSRP, prices start at $1349
Amazon is now offering $250 discounts on new 14" M5 MacBook Pros as part of their Holiday sales, each including free shipping: - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Black): $1349, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/512GB/Silver): $1349, MSRP $1599 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Black): $1549, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB/Silver): $1599.00, MSRP $1799 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Black): $1749, MSRP $1999 - 14" M5 MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB/Silver): $1749, MSRP $1999 These are the lowest prices available for new M5 MacBook Pros right now. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.

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The latest AirPods Holiday sales: Take $80 off AirPods 4 w/ANC, $30 off AirPods Pro 3
Amazon has Apple AirPods 4 with ANC and AirPods Pro 3 on Holiday sale for up to $80 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods 4 with ANC: $99.99, $80 off - AirPods Pro 3: $219.99, $30 off These are currently the lowest Holiday sale prices available for these AirPods models. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.

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Lowest Holiday Sale Price Alert! Apple Watch Series 11 models for $100 off MSRP
Amazon is now offering a $100 discount on new Apple Watch Series 11 models as part of their Holiday sales. 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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