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Apple patent is for AirPower-like ‘wireless power transfer system and method’

Apple has been filed for yet another patent for a “wireless power transfer system and method.” It’s yet another patent filling that hints that the tech giant is still considering an AirPower-like charging system. What’s AirPower? The AirPower (pictured in an image...

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If you’re a horror fan and you’re not watching ‘FROM,’ you should be

I’m hesitate to recommend you subscribe to another streaming, but MGM+ alone is worth the US$5.99 per month just for the horror series, FROM. (Besides once you watch the series, you can cancel the subscription if you wish.) Here’s how “From” is described: “From...

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Thursday January 15
04:22 pm
Update: Verizon is paying $20 to anyone affected by Wednesday’s outage–here’s how to get it | Macworld
Update: Verizon is paying $20 to anyone affected by Wednesday’s outage–here’s how to get it
Macworld Update: Verizon has announced that customers affected by the outage will receive a $20 account credit. This article has been updated to reflect that. If you’re a Verizon subscriber, there’s a good chance your iPhone was without service yesterday. For much of the day, hundreds of thousands of U.S. customers were left without voice and data service so they couldn’t make calls, send texts, or access any Internet services when away from Wi-Fi. In a post on X Wednesday night, Verizon promised it would “make this right,” and followed up Thursday morning with some specific information: “To help provide some relief to those affected, we will give you a $20 account credit that can be easily redeemed by logging into the myVerizon app.” The company hasn’t offered any details about what caused the outage, though it seems to have been an avoidable issue rather than a hack or attack. Verizon has apologized and admitted that it “let many of our customers down.” An additional post reinterated that the credit “isn’t meant to make up for what happened. No credit really can. But it’s a way of acknowledging your time and showing that this matters to us. Verizon says customers will receive a text message when the credit is available in the myVerizon app. Users will then need to log in and claim the credit, which should show up on the following month’s bill. Verizon says the credit represents “multiple days of service.” Additionally, business customers who service multiple people will be contacted directly. According to Down Detector, East Coast cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Miami were among the most affected, though the outage also affected Houston, Los Angeles, and Chicago. The outage began around 1pm ET and lasted well into the night, with users seeing “SOS” displayed on their phones where the bars should be. While Verizon said the issue was resolved as of 11pm ET last night, Down Detector was still showing scattered reports of outages around the country, but the bulk of the affected customers appeared to have been restored. If you’re still showing “SOS” and not receiving service, try restarting your phone or toggling the cellular button in Settings > Cellular to restore the connection.
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04:15 pm
Apple Creator Studio might be exactly what I’ve been hoping for | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Creator Studio might be exactly what I’ve been hoping for
Apple Creator Studio was unveiled earlier this week as a new bundle of powerful creative apps. Despite pushback from some users tired of subscriptions, I think this new Apple offering could be exactly what many of us have long asked for. Here’s how. more…
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04:07 pm
Apple is Fighting for TSMC Capacity as Nvidia Takes Center Stage | Slashdot
Apple is Fighting for TSMC Capacity as Nvidia Takes Center Stage
Apple, which spent years as TSMC's undisputed top customer and helped the Taiwanese foundry become the semiconductor industry's most important manufacturer, is now fighting for production capacity as Nvidia's AI chip orders consume an ever-larger share of the company's leading-edge wafer supply. TSMC CEO CC Wei visited Cupertino last August to deliver unwelcome news: Apple would face the largest price increase in years and the iPhone maker would no longer have guaranteed access to production capacity across TSMC's nearly two dozen fabs. According to Culpium analysis and its supply chain sources, Nvidia likely overtook Apple as TSMC's largest customer in at least one or two quarters of 2025. TSMC's revenue climbed 36% last year to $122 billion, the company reported Thursday. Read more of this story at Slashdot.
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04:05 pm
Verizon will give you $20 credit for mass outage, here’s how to get it | 9 to 5 Mac
Verizon will give you $20 credit for mass outage, here’s how to get it
Yesterday’s widespread Verizon outage has officially been resolved, and the company has announced details for a $20 credit that will be given to those affected. Here’s how to get it. more…
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04:00 pm
You can use this tiny SSD anywhere — no adapter required [Review] ★★★★☆ | Cult of Mac
You can use this tiny SSD anywhere — no adapter required [Review] ★★★★☆
Discover the advantages of the Kingston Dual Portable SSD, a powerful storage solution when transitioning from USB-A to USB-C. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:48 pm
Setapp Mobile shuts down, blaming Apple’s complex EU marketplace terms | Cult of Mac
Setapp Mobile shuts down, blaming Apple’s complex EU marketplace terms
The Setapp Mobile marketplace gained life from EU regulation, but Apple's "still-evolving and complex business terms" apparently killed it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:41 pm
Apple AirTag 4-pack hits insanely low price of $64.98 on Amazon | Mac Daily News
Apple AirTag 4-pack hits insanely low price of $64.98 on Amazon
The popular 4-pack of Apple AirTag item trackers is currently selling for just $64.98, or 34% off its $99 list price… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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03:03 pm
Apple Bundles Pro Apps into New Creator Studio Subscription | TidBITS
Apple Bundles Pro Apps into New Creator Studio Subscription
The new Apple Creator Studio subscription bundles Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, and more for $129 per year, but one-time purchases remain available for the Mac versions, so it’s worth doing the math before subscribing.
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03:00 pm
Go retro: Turn your Mac mini into a classic Macintosh | Cult of Mac
Go retro: Turn your Mac mini into a classic Macintosh
You can easily transform your M4 Mac mini into a classic Macintosh. The Wokyis M5 dock bridges retro style and modern tech. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:48 pm
Sam Altman’s OpenAI could go bankrupt in the next 18 months | Mac Daily News
Sam Altman’s OpenAI could go bankrupt in the next 18 months
As OpenAI continues its meteoric rise — boasting billions in revenue from ChatGPT and API usage while dominating headlines — the company… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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02:30 pm
This mechanical keyboard is thin, quiet and on sale for $75 | Cult of Mac
This mechanical keyboard is thin, quiet and on sale for $75
The Keychron K3 wireless mechanical keyboard delivers real mechanical typing in a slim, quiet Apple-friendly design for just $74.99. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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02:25 pm
Gemini Personal Intelligence previews what we can expect from the new Siri | 9 to 5 Mac
Gemini Personal Intelligence previews what we can expect from the new Siri
The long-awaited launch of the new AI-powered Siri now looks much closer thanks to Apple’s partnership with Google. The company this week confirmed reports that many Siri features will be powered by Google’s Gemini models. We already knew some of the features we could expect from AI Siri thanks to the announcements at WWDC 2024 and a now-deleted iPhone 16 ad – and the launch of Gemini Personal Intelligence has now effectively provided a working preview … more…
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02:24 pm
Flexbar review: The Touch Bar replacement you’ve been missing | Macworld
Flexbar review: The Touch Bar replacement you’ve been missing
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Revives the Touch Bar experience Place it on top of your current keyboard Extremely customizable Works with macOS, Windows, and Linux High-quality build Cons Software is a bit clunky Touch Bar emulation has a few bugs Occasional reliability issues Wired-only connection Our Verdict Flexbar is a cool accessory for Mac nerds who miss the Touch Bar. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$179 Best Prices Today: Flexbar Retailer Price Enilinx $179 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket When Apple discontinued the Touch Bar from its MacBook Pro lineup, it left a small number of users nostalgic for the futuristic, context-sensitive control strip that divided opinions for years. Although the Touch Bar is gone for good, those who miss it can now have it back thanks to an accessory called Flexbar. I’ve been using Flexbar with my Mac for the past few months. Let’s look at how it compares to the original Touch Bar and whether it’s worth buying.  The rise and fall of Apple’s Touch Bar When Apple introduced the Touch Bar with the 2016 MacBook Pro, many users were skeptical about having physical keys replaced by virtual ones. The Touch Bar did not offer tactile feedback, so many complained about having to look at the keyboard to know where they were pressing. At the same time, the Touch Bar had its own software, which meant it was more prone to bugs or crashes. It’s no surprise that the final revision of the latest MacBook Pro with Touch Bar brought back the physical Esc key. The Flexbar includes a stand that props it up at an angle for better access.Filipe Esposito/Foundry Still, the Touch Bar introduced many cool concepts, some of which I miss to this day. You could select emojis with your fingers, choose suggested words as you typed, and customize which buttons you see for different apps. Apple didn’t opt for a middle ground. Instead, it killed the Touch Bar on all MacBooks. Luckily, the engineers and developers behind Flexbar found a way to bring the Touch Bar back. Flexbar requires a USB-C connection.Filipe Esposito/Foundry A Touch Bar you can place anywhere Essentially, Flexbar is an external Touch Bar that connects to your Mac (or Windows PC) via a USB-C cable. This alone offers a major advantage: you can use it with any keyboard you want, so you won’t lose the traditional function keys or the physical Esc key. It works as an add-on to the setup you already have. Thanks to the magnetic stand that comes included in the box, it’s super easy to place it on a desk, and it places the Flexbar at a comfortable angle for use. I placed my Flexbar above my Magic Keyboard. Another thing I like is the aluminum finish, which looks quite premium and Apple-like. Flexbar supports an animation rate of 30 fps.Filipe Esposito/Foundry The Flexbar itself features a high-resolution AMOLED display, which looks very similar to the panel used by Apple in the old MacBook Pro models with Touch Bar. The size is also nearly identical to a real Touch Bar, which makes the Flexbar sit perfectly alongside Apple’s wireless keyboard for Mac. Customizing Flexbar Flexbar relies on software called Flex Designer, which manages all the controls you see on the touch screen. You can deeply customize it with the buttons you want. This includes shortcuts to open apps, run specific tasks, and even execute Terminal commands. Flex Designer also includes a series of official and third-party widgets that let you monitor your computer’s hardware usage and even integrate with apps such as Photoshop and Final Cut. The software is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux, so you can use Flexbar with other operating systems. Flex Designer is a bit clunky, probably due to its cross-platform support and not being designed specifically for macOS. You can drag and drop buttons to add them to your Flexbar, and there are options to customize things like colors, icons, and actions. Flex Designer allows for customization of the Flexbar.Filipe Esposito/Foundry Touch Bar emulation changes everything But if you want to have the real Touch Bar experience instead of relying on Flexbar software, developers have come up with an incredible idea. Thanks to a new plugin called Touch Bar Emulator, Flexbar can run the official Touch Bar software on the latest Macs. This is possible because the software behind the Touch Bar is still in macOS, even on Macs that don’t have a Touch Bar. What the plugin does is run this software and show it on the Flexbar screen. But is the experience good? It works fine most of the time. I can access all interactions created for the Touch Bar, even in third-party apps. This includes controls such as adjusting volume and brightness, selecting emojis (one of my favorite Touch Bar features), and even scrolling through a project timeline in Final Cut Pro. However, since we’re talking about an accessory that “hacks” Apple’s official Touch Bar, you may notice some annoyances from time to time. It’s rare, but I’ve noticed the Touch Bar plugin becoming unresponsive sometimes, which requires me to close it and reopen it. Also, because Flexbar is limited to 30 fps, the animations don’t look as smooth. Again, you can use Flexbar with its own software (which is more reliable than the Touch Bar plugin) if you want. But this plugin is what really got me interested in Flexbar. For the future, I’d love to see a new version of Flexbar with a higher refresh rate display and perhaps a built-in battery to make it wireless. The community behind it seems genuinely committed to making the product work better with each software update, which is also a good thing. Should you buy Flexbar? If you’re like me and miss the Touch Bar, you’ll probably be happy with Flexbar, despite its limitations. It’s super fun to have the Touch Bar back in some form and be able to combine it with a conventional keyboard. Because you can use Flexbar’s own software to customize its interface the way you want, it also works as an alternative to accessories such as Stream Deck.
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02:22 pm
This Logitech MX Keys S keyboard and mouse combo is down to its best price ever | Macworld
This Logitech MX Keys S keyboard and mouse combo is down to its best price ever
Macworld Oh, wow! The Logitech MX Keys S combo keyboard and mouse for Mac is on sale for $155 at Amazon right now. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen by quite a bit. Let’s take things one by one. The Logitech MX Keys S keyboard is an absolutely insanely good keyboard. I have one, and I’m 100 percent going to get another one if this one eventually kicks the bucket. I’ve had it for over a year and a half, and everything is still working as if I took it out of the box yesterday, so there’s nothing to complain about. The keyboard has low-profile keys that make little noise, an aluminum frame, and a rechargeable battery that only requires a USB-C cable every couple of weeks or so. Then, there’s the Logitech MX Master 3S mouse with an 8K DPI sensor and a super-precise scroll wheel. It has programmable buttons on both the keyboard and the mouse, making it possible to automate your workload with ease. You can attach macros and use the Logi Options+ to program AI actions, launch a series of apps, and so on. This fantastic keyboard and mouse combo also comes with a wrist rest for that extra boost of ergonomics and comfort. Frankly, for $155, this Logitech MX combo is an absolute steal, so grab it before the deal is over. Buy now at Amazon
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02:18 pm
India issues final warning to Apple in long-running App Store antitrust probe | Mac Daily News
India issues final warning to Apple in long-running App Store antitrust probe
India's Competition Commission (CCI) has delivered a final warning to Apple, stating it will advance its antitrust investigation against the… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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01:59 pm
Setapp Mobile EU app store, CleanMyMac Business both close down for good | AppleInsider
Setapp Mobile EU app store, CleanMyMac Business both close down for good
MacPaw's has blamed Apple for the failure of its third-party iOS App Store in the EU, and at the same time, the company's mobile device management service is shutting down too.Setapp Mobile is closing downMacPaw's Setapp, which is continuing, is a single subscription for a suite of major Mac apps, but the company attempted to launch an EU-only iOS version in 2024. That was expressly to take advantage of how the European Union has forced Apple to allow rival stores on iOS.Now in a statement on its support pages, MacPaw says that this Setapp Mobile service is being shut down on February 16, 2026. It's "due to still-evolving and complex business term." Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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01:59 pm
If your iPhone was affected by the Verizon outage, you might be getting ‘account credits’ | Macworld
If your iPhone was affected by the Verizon outage, you might be getting ‘account credits’
Macworld If you’re a Verizon subscriber, there’s a good chance your iPhone was without service yesterday. For much of the day, hundreds of thousands of U.S. customers were left without voice and data service so they couldn’t make calls, send texts, or access any Internet services when away from Wi-Fi. In a post on X Wednesday night, Verizon promised it would “provide account credits and share updates soon.” The company hasn’t offered any details about what caused the outage, though it admitted that it “let many of our customers down and for that, we are truly sorry.” It is promising to “make this right” and said it would be reaching out to customers directly. According to Down Detector, East Coast cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Miami were among the most affected, though the outage also affected Houston, Los Angeles, and Chicago. The outage began around 1pm ET and lasted well into the night, with users seeing “SOS” displayed on their phones where the bars should be. While Verizon said the issue was resolved as of 11pm ET last night, Down Detector was still showing scattered reports of outages around the country, but the bulk of the affected customers appeared to have been restored. If you’re still showing “SOS” and not receiving service, try restarting your phone or toggling the cellular button in Settings > Cellular to restore the connection.
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01:42 pm
Setapp Mobile 3rd-party app store for iPhone fails, blames Apple | 9 to 5 Mac
Setapp Mobile 3rd-party app store for iPhone fails, blames Apple
EU antitrust legislation forced Apple to allow third-party app stores for iPhone within the bloc, with MacPaw’s Setapp Mobile one of the first to take advantage of this. The company has now announced that it is closing its iOS store, and blames Apple’s terms of business for the decision … more…
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12:56 pm
Spotify increases US pricing by 8%, makes at least some people happy | 9 to 5 Mac
Spotify increases US pricing by 8%, makes at least some people happy
The US was one of a number of countries to escape recent Spotify price increases, but that is now coming to an end. The streaming music service increased the price of its premium plans in a large number of other countries late last year, while US pricing remained unchanged. Predictably, that was only a temporary respite … more…
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12:31 pm
Wikipedia turns 25 today but faces more threats than ever before | 9 to 5 Mac
Wikipedia turns 25 today but faces more threats than ever before
Wikipedia is today celebrating its 25th birthday, but its long-term future has never been less certain due to a range of threats with the potential to become a perfect storm … more…
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12:28 pm
Unsurprisingly, iPhone 17e will get Dynamic Island, keep 60Hz screen | AppleInsider
Unsurprisingly, iPhone 17e will get Dynamic Island, keep 60Hz screen
The latest rumor regarding the forthcoming iPhone 17e is that despite an improved processor, the only difference coming to the display when compared to the iPhone 16e is a Dynamic Island.iPhone 16eHaving most recently claimed that there will be few visible changes to the iPhone 18 range, leaker Digital Chat Station is now saying the same about the iPhone 17e. Specifically, in a new leak on Chinese social media platform Weibo, he or she says that the iPhone 17e will keep the same screen as on the iPhone 16e.That means that it will be a 6.1-inch OLED display running at 60Hz. Which further means that the iPhone 17e will not get ProMotion, so it won't have an always-on display. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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12:15 pm
Why Apple’s M5 Pro and Max chips will be worth the long wait | Macworld
Why Apple’s M5 Pro and Max chips will be worth the long wait
Macworld When we reviewed the first Mac with an M5 processor—the 14-inch MacBook Pro—we were pleasantly surprised. While most of the laptop hadn’t changed much (outside of a much faster SSD), the leap from M4 to M5 resulted in a pretty big performance jump. Despite still employing a 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU as in the M4 before it, the M5 version of the MacBook Pro saw single-core CPU gains of around 13 percent, an even bigger multi-core boost of about 22 percent, and extremely impressive graphics performance uplift of 35-50 percent. This year, possibly in just a couple of weeks, we’ll meet the rest of the family, starting with the M5 Pro and M5 Max in the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros, likely followed by spring launches of the M5 Pro Mac mini and M5 Max and M5 Ultra in the Mac Studio. Here’s what we expect from those new chips. Same core count, but big improvements We don’t think Apple will increase the maximum number of CPU or GPU cores. Rather, we expect the M5 Pro to still have a maximum of 14 CPU cores, and the M5 Max will have a maximum of 16 cores. Some product configurations may have fewer, as Apple has always done. The GPU, similarly, will likely have a maximum configuration of 20 cores for the M5 Pro and 40 cores for the M5 Max. We expect other particulars, such as memory bandwidth, video encoders, and so on, to follow a similar pattern as we saw with the base M5. In other words, by looking at the leap in performance between the standard M4 and the M4 Pro/Max, and then applying that to the base M5, we can come up with a pretty good estimation of what the M5 Pro/Max performance will be.
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12:02 pm
Apple will pay billions for Gemini; OpenAI decided against Siri deal – FT | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple will pay billions for Gemini; OpenAI decided against Siri deal – FT
A new report on Apple’s partnership with Google to have Gemini power the new Siri appears to confirm speculation that the iPhone maker is paying around a billion dollars a year for the deal. It also claims that ChatGPT provider OpenAI made a conscious decision to decline the opportunity to provide the intelligence behind Siri … more…
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11:57 am
Grok now bans all undressing images — where it's forced to | AppleInsider
Grok now bans all undressing images — where it's forced to
Following worldwide pressure including bans in certain countries, Elon Musk's X has announced it will no longer allow Grok to create child porn and deepfake nudes. There is a catch.Grok on the App StoreUsers of Musk's AI tool Grok has been taking real-life photographs of women and children, and having it generate images that are pornographic. Musk originally described it as "way funnier," then later insisted that it was simply never happening — after he made it a paid premium feature.When we were looking into it, it took less than 10 seconds to find illegal content on X, generated by Grok. After Musk monetized the illegal porn generation, it took about 30 seconds, so it wasn't that effective a countermeasure. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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09:00 am
Opera One R3 rolls out with color-coded Tab Islands, dedicated soundscapes, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Opera One R3 rolls out with color-coded Tab Islands, dedicated soundscapes, more
The newest version of the Opera One browser improves on the interesting Tab Islands feature, brings a re-engineered AI assistant, and adds theme-specific soundscapes. Here are the details. more…
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08:13 am
Macworld Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2026, part 2 | Macworld
Macworld Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2026, part 2
Macworld Apple could release some major products that change how we think about the iPhone and MacBook Pro. Here’s what to expect in the second half of 2026. This is episode 966 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Watch episode 966 on YouTube Listen to episode 966 on Apple Podcasts
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08:00 am
Windows 11 Pro is just $9.97 right now (MSRP $199) | Macworld
Windows 11 Pro is just $9.97 right now (MSRP $199)
Macworld TL;DR: With the year still young, Windows 11 Pro is available for $9.97, making it an easy, low-cost upgrade to modernize your setup early. The year is still young, which makes this a practical moment to handle upgrades you know you’ll need eventually. One of the simplest is software: right now, a genuine Windows 11 Pro license is $9.97, down from its usual $199 price. For anyone running an older or sluggish PC, Windows 11 Pro can noticeably improve how your system feels day to day. Faster boot times, stronger built-in security, smoother multitasking, and better support for modern apps all come standard. Instead of replacing hardware, this upgrade helps extend the life of what you already own. Mac users also get added flexibility. A Windows 11 Pro license lets you run Windows alongside macOS using tools like: Boot Camp on Intel-based Macs Parallels Desktop or other virtualization software on Intel or Apple Silicon systems That setup makes it easier to access Windows-only software for work, school, or specific applications without committing to a second computer. Windows 11 Pro includes features aimed at power users and gamers, including DirectX 12 Ultimate, Auto HDR on supported displays, and DirectStorage for faster load times with compatible hardware. Combined with a cleaner interface and improved window management, it’s a noticeable step forward even on older machines. Get Windows 11 Pro for $9.97 and take care of the upgrade while the year is still young. Microsoft Windows 11 ProSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.
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01:12 am
As pressure mounts for Apple to pull the X app, xAI says Grok will stop undressing people | 9 to 5 Mac
As pressure mounts for Apple to pull the X app, xAI says Grok will stop undressing people
Hours after a coalition of digital rights, child safety, and women’s rights organizations asked Apple to “take immediate action” against X and Grok AI, xAI confirmed that Grok will no longer edit “images of real people in revealing clothing such as bikinis,” with significant carve-outs. Here are the details. more…
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Wednesday January 14
11:58 pm
Apple AI research shows how MLLMs understand, generate, search for images | AppleInsider
Apple AI research shows how MLLMs understand, generate, search for images
Apple's researchers continue to focus on multimodal LLMs, with studies exploring their use for image generation, understanding, and multi-turn web searches with cropped images.Apple's AI studies explore the use of multimodal LLMs with images.With iOS 18, Apple made it possible to generate images on an iPhone through local AI models. Image Playground lets you create cartoon-like photos of just about anything, all without a Wi-Fi connection.Now, the company is continuing its image-related endeavors through research that explores how multi-modal LLMs use, generate, and understand images. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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11:05 pm
9to5Mac Daily: January 14, 2026 – New details on Apple-Google deal | 9 to 5 Mac
9to5Mac Daily: January 14, 2026 – New details on Apple-Google deal
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by Stuff: Stuff helps you get everything out of your head and into a simple, elegant system—closing open loops and reducing mental stress. Use code 9TO5 at checkout for 50% off your first year. more…
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Monday January 05
04:00 pm
CES 2026: Anker Unveils Soundcore Sleep Earbuds, Eufy HomeKit Smart Lock and More | MacRumors
CES 2026: Anker Unveils Soundcore Sleep Earbuds, Eufy HomeKit Smart Lock and More
Anker is showing off a long list of new products under its Eufy and Soundcore brands at CES 2026, ranging from new camera options to new sleep buds. The $300 Matter-enabled Smart Lock E40 is able to integrate with Apple Home, and it offers 3D face recognition for unlocking a door with a facial scan. It includes a 2K HD camera so it doubles as a security camera complete with night vision and wide-angle coverage. There is a 15,000 mAh main battery in the E40, and an 800 mAh backup battery. The $280 Video Doorbell S4 is equipped with OmniTrack technology to detect and track people, adjusting the zoom to keep visitors in frame as they approach the door. It features a 180-degree horizontal and vertical field-of-view for panoramic surveillance, and the 3K camera allows for monitoring from up to 26 feet away. Eufy's $200 Solar Wall Light Cam S4 offers 4K color night vision and an f/1.6 lens for clear images even in low light. The camera can be adjusted vertically by up to 45 degrees to eliminate blind spots, and it can be charged with a 2W solar panel or a 10,000 mAh battery. Multiple lighting modes are available, including daily lighting, security lighting, and festive lighting. Under the Soundcore brand, Anker is debuting the $180 AeroFit 2 Pro, which it describes as dual-form earbuds that allow for open-ear listening and Active Noise Cancellation in one product. The earbuds are designed to cut down on noise in loud environments while still allowing users to remain aware of their surroundings. The $200 Soundcore Sleep A30 Special earbuds feature a triple noise reduction system that blends Active Noise Cancellation, passive isolation, and adaptive snore masking to cut down on sleep interruptions. Anker is partnering with Calm to make Calm Sleep Stories available through the Soundcore app. Anker's AeroFit 2 Pro and Sleep A30 Special earbuds are available from the Soundcore website starting today. The Smart Lock E40 is launching in the first quarter of 2026 at Home Depot, while the Video Doorbell S4 and the Solar Wall Light Cam S4 will be available from the Eufy website in the first quarter.Tags: Anker, CES 2026, SoundcoreThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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03:31 pm
Get $100 Off iPad Mini 7 in New Sale, Starting at $399 | MacRumors
Get $100 Off iPad Mini 7 in New Sale, Starting at $399
Amazon and Best Buy have a few discounts on the iPad mini 7 for the New Year, starting at $399.00 for the 128GB Wi-Fi tablet, down from $499.00. You'll also find a few deals on cellular models during this sale. 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. Additionally, you can get the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.00 and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $699.00, both $100 discounts and available in multiple colors. These sales are all solid second-best prices on the iPad mini 7. $100 OFF128GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $399.00 $100 OFF256GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $499.00 $100 OFF512GB Wi-Fi iPad mini 7 for $699.00 Deals on cellular models are a bit rarer on Amazon, with one color of the 128GB cellular iPad mini 7 on sale for $549.00 and a few colors of the 256GB cellular iPad mini 7 on sale for $649.00, both $100 off. Best Buy has more options for cellular models, with nearly every device on sale at $100 off this week. 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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02:53 pm
Apple Pencil Pro Hits New Record Low Price of $92.97 on Amazon | MacRumors
Apple Pencil Pro Hits New Record Low Price of $92.97 on Amazon
Amazon today discounted the Apple Pencil Pro to $92.97, down from $129.00. This is a new record low price on the Apple Pencil Pro that beats the previous low by about $2. 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. The Apple Pencil Pro is compatible with the M4 and M5 iPad Pro, M2 and M3 iPad Air, and the A17 Pro iPad mini. Right now, only Amazon is providing this best-ever price on the stylus accessory, and it could disappear fast so be sure to check it out if you didn't pick one up over the holidays. $35 OFFApple Pencil Pro for $92.97 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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11:44 am
CES 2026: Withings Unveils Body Scan 2 With Hypertension Detection | MacRumors
CES 2026: Withings Unveils Body Scan 2 With Hypertension Detection
Withings has announced the Body Scan 2, a new smart scale that the French health tech company says can track over 60 longitudinal biomarker measurements that enable the early detection of health issues and can even predict longevity. Unveiled at CES 2026, the Body Scan 2 builds on its 2023 predecessor by adding several advanced features including Impedance Cardiography (ICG) to monitor heart pumping efficiency, and Bioimpedance Spectroscopy (BIS) to assess cellular health and metabolic function. This version of the device also adds hypertension risk notifications. Withings says the all-in-one "longevity station" gets around the need for blood tests to track metabolic health, instead using foot sweat stimulation and cellular membrane analysis, though the company is keen to note that the features are meant to be early warning signs rather than being diagnostic. Body Scan 2 users receive a Health Trajectory score that synthesizes all of this biomarker data into a single metric representing predicted years of healthy life. The scale also tracks heart age, patterns of glycemic dysregulation – a potential precursor toward prediabetes – and artery elasticity. Users can customize what to monitor, and the tracking then happens automatically when they step on the scale, though the most extensive scans can take up to 90 seconds. One notable design change from the original moves the color display from the scale's base into the retractable handle, which houses four electrodes. Combined with eight EKG-capable electrodes on the scale's glass surface, the device creates a full-body circuit for what Withings claims are more accurate measurements than typical foot-only smart scales. The Body Scan 2 costs $600 and will launch in the second quarter of 2026, pending FDA clearance for its hypertension risk and atrial fibrillation detection features, with a launch also planned in the U.K., Australia and Europe. The original Body Scan remains available at $399. Withings says the device complies with GDPR and HIPAA privacy standards, with all health data encrypted.Tags: CES 2026, WithingsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:26 am
8bitDo Reveals Flip-Style iPhone Controller for Portrait Mode Gaming | MacRumors
8bitDo Reveals Flip-Style iPhone Controller for Portrait Mode Gaming
In time for CES 2026, gaming company 8BitDo is teasing a new controller designed for smartphone users who want to play games exclusively in portrait mode. The FlipPad connects to iOS and Android devices via the USB-C port, and snaps onto the bottom half of the screen via a hinge mechanism, reminiscent of a classic flip phone keyboard. The controller features a black D-Pad, red ABXY buttons, Start and Select buttons, and six white buttons along the top and on the bottom corners that are likely to be custom-assignable. Where mobile play unfolds.Introducing 8BitDo FlipPad — a flip-style gamepad designed for mobile gaming.Compatible with iOS and Android devices. Officially supported by Apple.Coming Summer 2026.Experience it first at @CES 2026.LVCC Central Hall · Booth #15641#FlipPad… pic.twitter.com/snddY5OaMx— 8BitDo (@8BitDo) January 4, 2026 8bitDo says the FlipPad is "officially supported by Apple" and will arrive in the summer, though the company has not yet revealed pricing information. Last month, 8bitDo teased the unveiling of a new "Pro" controller at CES 2026, so we might also get more details about the FlipPad in the coming week as the tech event in Las Vegas gets underway.Tag: CES 2026This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Sunday January 04
11:02 pm
CES 2026: Belkin Announces Magnetic Ring Power Bank, Modular Dock, and More | MacRumors
CES 2026: Belkin Announces Magnetic Ring Power Bank, Modular Dock, and More
Belkin today announced a range of new charging and connectivity accessories at CES 2026, expanding its portfolio of products aimed at Apple device users. UltraCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Magnetic Ring The lineup includes new Qi2 and Qi2.2 wireless chargers, magnetic power banks, a high-capacity laptop battery, and USB-C productivity accessories, with an emphasis on higher charging speeds, modular designs, and broader device compatibility. Most of the products are scheduled to launch across the first half of 2026. The key product announcements included: UltraCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Magnetic Ring ($99.99): A compact 10,000 mAh power bank supporting up to 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging and 30W wired USB-C charging simultaneously, featuring a secondary magnetic ring that allows accessories like wallets, grips, or stands to remain attached while charging. Includes pass-through charging, a built-in kickstand, and a digital display. Launches February 2026. UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock ($64.99): A Qi2.2-powered 3-in-1 charging dock that wirelessly charges a phone at up to 25W, earbuds on a secondary pad, and a smartwatch using a bring-your-own charging puck system with included spacers for the Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, and Google Pixel Watch models. Powered by a 45W USB-C adapter and designed for compact travel use. Launches Q1 2026. UltraCharge Modular Charging Dock BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank with Stand (5K) ($59.99): An ultra-slim magnetic power bank delivering up to 15W Qi2 wireless charging and 20W via USB-C, with a built-in stand for hands-free viewing, pass-through charging support, and a pocket-friendly design. Launches Q2 2026. BoostCharge Slim Magnetic Power Bank with Stand (10K) ($84.99): A higher-capacity slim magnetic power bank offering up to 15W Qi2 wireless charging and 30W USB-C output, while maintaining a thin, travel-ready form factor with an integrated stand and soft-touch exterior. Launches Q2 2026. UltraCharge Pro Laptop Power Bank 27K ($149.99): A high-capacity 27,000 mAh portable battery delivering up to 240W of total output, including a single USB-C output capable of up to 140W for fast-charging laptops such as a MacBook Pro, alongside an integrated braided USB-C cable, smart battery display, and airline-compliant design. Launches March 2026. UltraCharge Pro Laptop Power Bank 27K UltraCharge Pro 2-in-1 Convertible Charger ($99.99): A compact, foldable wireless charger that powers an iPhone at up to 25W via Qi2 while simultaneously fast-charging an Apple Watch using an integrated MFi-certified watch puck, with a 45W power adapter and 5 ft. USB-C cable included. Launches March 2026. ConnectAir Wireless HDMI Display Adapter ($149.99): A plug-and-play wireless HDMI solution that allows USB-C devices, including iPhones, iPads, and Macs that support DisplayPort Alt Mode, to mirror or extend displays at 1080p/60Hz with under 80ms latency, without requiring Wi-Fi, apps, or drivers. Supports up to eight transmitters for multi-user screen sharing. Launches Q1 2026. Connect 8-Port Dual Display USB-C Hub ($99.99): A productivity-focused USB-C hub for MacBooks and other laptops, supporting up to 100W power delivery passthrough, Ethernet, USB peripherals, and external displays, with dual 4K output on Windows or a single 4K display on macOS, plus a built-in monitor privacy button for instant screen disabling. Launches Q2 2026. UltraCharge Pro 2-in-1 Convertible Charger Availability will vary by market, and several products will ship in stages through the first and second quarters of 2026. Belkin says further details on regional availability and compatibility will be provided closer to launch via its website and retail partners.Tags: Belkin, CES 2026This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:04 pm
AirPods New Year's Deals Include Up to $99 Off AirPods Max, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4 | MacRumors
AirPods New Year's Deals Include Up to $99 Off AirPods Max, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4
Now that the calendar has flipped over into January, steep discounts on popular Apple products have become more rare after the holidays. However, if you didn't get a new pair of AirPods recently and are looking for a model on sale, Amazon does have a few solid second-best prices this week. 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. This includes the AirPods 4 for $99.00, down from $129.00, the AirPods Pro 3 for $219.99, down from $249.00, and the AirPods Max for $449.99, down from $549.00. Most of these AirPods will arrive around January 9 with free shipping options, but Prime members should see delivery dates within the next few days in most cases. $30 OFFAirPods 4 for $99.00 $29 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $219.99 $99 OFFAirPods Max for $449.99 It's also worth noting that if you prefer to shop at Best Buy, you'll find all of these sales being matched at that retailer right now. 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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01:00 pm
CES 2026: Govee Announces New Matter-Connected Ceiling and Floor Lights | MacRumors
CES 2026: Govee Announces New Matter-Connected Ceiling and Floor Lights
Govee today introduced three new HomeKit-compatible lighting products, including the Govee Floor Lamp 3, the Govee Ceiling Light Ultra, and the Govee Sky Ceiling Light. The Govee Floor Lamp 3 is the successor to the Floor Lamp 2, and it offers Matter integration with the option to connect to HomeKit. The Floor Lamp 3 offers an upgraded LuminBlend+ lighting system that can reproduce 281 trillion colors, and it supports 1000K to 10000K light temperature range. LuminBlend+ is a color management system that offers accurate, true-to-life colors across any setting thanks to proprietary Gamma calibration. It supports an ultra-wide spectrum of lighting moods, and will be coming to additional Govee lights in 2026. Govee's 21-inch Matter-compatible Ceiling Light Ultra has a 616-LED matrix that can render detailed patterns and scenes. Visuals can be created with up to eight distinct layers of motion, color, and shapes, plus there are 20+ presets to choose from. Govee says that it provides sufficient illumination for family areas while also offering a natural, true-to-life appearance across objects and skin tones. The light offers 5000 lumen brightness for spaces between 200 and 300 square feet, and there is a 2700K to 6500K tunable white range that can shift throughout the day. The 21-inch Sky Ceiling Light is meant to mimic natural daylight using a custom-engineered LED and gradient illumination to recreate sky tones from daytime blue to warm sunset gradients. It offers calming blue light that Govee says feels like looking up into a clear sky, with edge-mounted LEDs so that it looks like an architectural skylight. The light provides up to 5200 lumens of brightness, and it is designed to light spaces between 200 and 300 square feet. Like Govee's other lights, it supports Matter so it can be added to the Apple Home app. Govee is also announcing AI Lighting Bot 2.0, which uses generative models to create lighting that is more "expressive, intuitive, and emotionally responsive." Light strips and permanent lights are able to react to mood or context in real-time and learn behaviors. Graphic lighting can use AI Lighting Bot 2.0 to generate animated visuals, with the AI capabilities available across a range of Govee products. A new DaySync circadian lighting feature is also being incorporated into Govee lights. DaySync matches indoor lighting to the time of day with preset options that automatically adjust brightness, color, and color temperature for more natural home lighting. More information is available on Govee's website, with pricing and availability of the new devices set to be announced at a later date.Tag: CES 2026This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Saturday January 03
05:35 pm
Amazon Takes $50 Off Apple Watch SE 3, Starting at $199 | MacRumors
Amazon Takes $50 Off Apple Watch SE 3, Starting at $199
Amazon this weekend has the Apple Watch SE 3 on sale at all-time low prices, starting at $199.00 for the 40mm GPS model. These prices are matching the Black Friday discounts we tracked in November, but stock is low, particularly on the 40mm GPS model. 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 also get the 44mm GPS Apple Watch SE 3 on sale for $229.00, down from $279.00. The 44mm GPS device is available in Midnight and Starlight Aluminum at this price, while the 40mm GPS model is only available in Starlight. $50 OFF40mm GPS Apple Watch SE 3 for $199.00 $50 OFF44mm GPS Apple Watch SE 3 for $229.00 In addition to the Apple Watch SE 3 discounts, Amazon has $100 off the Apple Watch Series 11 right now, which are record low prices on the wearables. 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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02:00 pm
Top Stories: Apple's 2026 Plans, iPhone Fold Mockup Hands-On, and More | MacRumors
Top Stories: Apple's 2026 Plans, iPhone Fold Mockup Hands-On, and More
Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2026 with a look at everything we're expecting to see from Apple this year, including several new product categories, although hopefully Apple also has some surprises in store for us. We also went hands-on with a speculative 3D-printed mockup of one of those key new products, the so-called "iPhone Fold," while this week also saw Fitness+ updates for those New Year's resolutions, some unreleased early prototype AirPods cases in fun colors, and more, so read on below for all the details on these stories and more! Top Stories Everything Apple Is Releasing in 2026: iPhone Fold, LLM Siri, Low-Cost MacBook and More If rumors are accurate, 2026 is going to be a huge year for Apple. We're expecting the first foldable iPhone, an all-new home hub device, updated displays, and possibly, the first OLED MacBook Pro and the first AI smart glasses. Apple will split its iPhone launches, introduce a low-cost MacBook, and debut a much smarter, LLM-based version of Siri. In our 2026 guide, we've outlined everything we know about the new products coming from Apple this year, based on current rumors. Got a New iPhone 17? How to Use All the New Features Apple's iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max have been available to buy since September, and a fair few will have been gifted over the holidays. If you're the proud owner of one of these devices, then make sure to check out our overview of key features available in Apple's latest iPhone models. Whether you're upgrading from an older iPhone or completely new to the devices, our summary of how-tos will help you get the most out your new ‌iPhone‌. Hands-On With a Rough iPhone Fold Mockup Apple is rumored to be introducing a foldable iPhone in September 2026, and since it will bring the biggest form factor change since the ‌iPhone‌ was introduced in 2007, curiosity about the design is high. A 3D designer created an "iPhone Fold" design based on rumors, and we printed it out to see how it compares to Apple's current iPhones. The foldable ‌iPhone‌ is going to be smaller than any current ‌iPhone‌ when it's closed, and it'll be shorter than Samsung's Galaxy foldables. Rumors suggest it'll be somewhere around 5.4 inches, which would make it as small as the now-discontinued ‌iPhone‌ 13 mini. When unfolded, the upcoming ‌iPhone‌ Fold will be bigger than any ‌iPhone‌ to date, and not too far off in size from the original iPad mini. The current ‌iPad mini‌ has an 8.3-inch screen size, but the first models had a 7.9-inch display. This new form factor will necessitate some updates to iOS to optimize the user experience, but there are still many unknowns including whether or not the device will support the Apple Pencil. Apple Announces New Fitness+ Workout Programs, Strava Challenge, and More The Apple Fitness+ Instagram account this week teased that the service has "big plans" for 2026. In a video, several Apple Fitness+ trainers are shown holding up newspapers with headlines related to Apple Fitness+. On Friday, Apple announced a series of updates for Fitness+ and Apple Watch activity tracking, including a New Year's activity challenge, a "Quit Quitting" challenge in the Strava app, new multi-week Fitness+ programs to help users stick to their fitness resolutions for 2026, new artist spotlights for workouts, and new Time to Walk episodes. Apple Tested AirPods in Bright Colors Apple reportedly tested a version of the first-generation AirPods with bright, iPhone 5c-like colored charging cases. The images, shared by the Apple leaker and prototype collector known as "Kosutami," claim to show first-generation AirPods prototypes with pink and yellow exterior casings. The interiors of the charging cases and the earbuds themselves remain white. They seem close to some of the color options offered for the ‌iPhone‌ 5c, which came in blue, green, pink, yellow and white. Apple has only ever released AirPods in white. Report: Apple's AI Strategy Could Finally Pay Off in 2026 Apple's restrained artificial intelligence strategy may pay off in 2026 amid the arrival of a revamped Siri and concerns around the AI market "bubble" bursting, The Information argues. The speculative report argues that market sentiment toward AI spending is beginning to show signs of skepticism, with questions emerging over whether large investments by the likes of OpenAI, Google, and Meta can be justified by near-term revenue. Against that backdrop, Apple's decision to limit AI-specific capital expenditures has left it with more than $130 billion in cash and marketable securities, giving the company the option to pursue acquisitions or partnerships if valuations of AI startups fall. MacRumors Newsletter Each week, we publish an email newsletter like this highlighting the top Apple stories, making it a great way to get a bite-sized recap of the week hitting all of the major topics we've covered and tying together related stories for a big-picture view. So if you want to have top stories like the above recap delivered to your email inbox each week, subscribe to our newsletter!Tag: Top StoriesThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:33 am
Apple's 2026 Low-Cost A18 MacBook Pro: What We Know So Far | MacRumors
Apple's 2026 Low-Cost A18 MacBook Pro: What We Know So Far
Apple is planning to release a low-cost MacBook in 2026, which will apparently compete with more affordable Chromebooks and Windows PCs. Apple's most affordable Mac right now is the $999 MacBook Air, and the upcoming low-cost MacBook is expected to be cheaper. Here's what we know about the low-cost MacBook so far. Size Rumors suggest the low-cost MacBook will have a display that's around 13 inches in size. The ‌MacBook Air‌ has a 13.6-inch display, so the more affordable MacBook will likely be slightly smaller. It's sounding like it won't be too far off from the 13-inch ‌MacBook Air‌, though. There are no details on how thick it might be, but Apple probably won't prioritize a thin design for a machine optimized for a low price, even though some people are hoping that it will also be ultra thin. Ultra thin usually means more engineering work and higher-cost components for the display and other parts, but it can also sometimes be achieved by removing features. A thinner enclosure isn't entirely out of the question if Apple cuts features to reduce costs, but at the same time, reducing size leads to lower battery life, and Apple probably wants to have decent battery to compete with or outmatch cheap Windows laptops. Since the ‌MacBook Air‌ can run fine with an M-series chip and no fan in an enclosure that's 0.44 inches thick, there's no real reason for the MacBook to be any thicker than that, unless Apple wants to add a bigger battery. Design and Display The low-cost MacBook will have a standard LCD display with no mini-LED technology or ProMotion refresh rate. It won't be able to compete with higher-end laptops in terms of brightness or HDR support. It's probably best to think of it like the low-cost iPad, which offer excellent performance but uses much older display technology. Apple could make the low-cost MacBook in bright colors like the iMac to appeal to children and to clearly position it as a lower-cost device. There are no rumors of this, but it would also make some sense for Apple to return to the plastic casing of some of its original MacBook models. Rumors suggest the low-cost MacBook Pro could come in colors like silver, blue, pink, and yellow. A-Series Chip Apple is planning to use its A18 Pro chip in the MacBook, which is a chip that was first used in the iPhone 16 Pro. The A18 Pro is built on Apple's second-generation 3-nanometer process, featuring 8GB RAM and support for Apple Intelligence. It's fast and efficient, and more than capable of handling day-to-day tasks. In Geekbench 6 benchmarks, the A18 Pro offers single-core CPU performance scores at the level of the M3 Ultra, and multi-core performance scores higher than the M1 chip that Apple used in the first Apple silicon ‌MacBook Air‌. Metal scores that measure GPU performance are also similar to the ‌M1‌ chip Metal scores. The A18 Pro will be equivalent to the ‌M1‌ for some tasks, and faster for other tasks. Apple no longer sells the ‌M1‌ ‌MacBook Air‌ from its own store, but it has offered the machine through Walmart at a $599 price point. Capabilities With the A18 Pro chip, the low-cost MacBook would be able to do anything that can be done on an ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro. It would be a suitable replacement for the low-cost ‌iPad‌ paired with a keyboard, and it would also support ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features. As of now, an ‌iPad‌ is essentially the only option for a low-cost portable device that can serve as a computer, but the low-cost MacBook will add a solution that runs macOS instead of iPadOS. Tasks like browsing the web, watching videos, creating documents, editing photos, and even light video editing would be no problem. A low-cost MacBook with A18 Pro chip could play all of Apple's ‌iPad‌ and iPhone games, including Apple Arcade titles, but it would not work well with high-end system intensive games. It would also likely run apps like Final Cut Pro, but speeds for things like exporting video would not be as quick as with a more powerful Mac. Apple probably won't go all out on ports, and the MacBook is likely to get just a single USB-C port, though two like the ‌MacBook Air‌ is also possible. The A18 Pro chip is efficient, and there's a lot of space inside a 13-inch enclosure for a battery, so we could be looking at MacBook Air-level battery life or better. The ‌MacBook Air‌'s battery lasts for up to 18 hours when watching videos, or 15 hours when browsing the web. Price There are no specific details on price as of yet, but Bloomberg claims it will cost "well under $1,000." The ‌MacBook Air‌ is priced starting at $999, so the MacBook will need to be priced lower than that. Apple has a 13-inch iPad Air that has a display in the same range rumored for the low-cost MacBook, and it's priced at $799. The ‌iPad Air‌ has a higher-end M-series processor though, so the low-cost MacBook could be priced below the ‌iPad Air‌. The closest ‌iPad‌ approximation for the chip is the iPad mini, which has an A17 Pro and is priced at $499. A price somewhere between $499 and $799 could make sense looking at Apple's existing product lineup. Launch Timing Apple is expected to launch the low-cost MacBook in the first half of 2026. Updates are planned for the ‌MacBook Air‌ in early 2026, and the low-cost model could launch sometime in that same timeframe. If you're thinking about picking up a computer for lightweight tasks like document editing, web browsing, watching videos, and doing homework, you might want to wait to see what Apple has in store before buying a ‌MacBook Air‌, an ‌iPad‌, or a more affordable Windows machine or Chromebook. 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Friday January 02
11:39 pm
Pebble Round 2 Brings Back Classic Smartwatch, Pre-Orders Now Open | MacRumors
Pebble Round 2 Brings Back Classic Smartwatch, Pre-Orders Now Open
Pebble today announced that it is bringing back the Pebble Time Round, one of its most iconic smartwatches from a decade ago. The new Pebble Round 2 builds on the Pebble Time Round, eliminating some of the compromises that had to be made with the original model. The Pebble Round 2 features a bezel-free 1.3-inch color e-paper display, and it comes in matte black, brushed silver, and rose gold. Advances in Bluetooth technology mean that it lasts for up to two weeks before needing to be recharged, and it remains as thin as the original. The device runs the open-source PebbleOS operating system, and it is designed to work with iOS and Android smartphones. It supports basic sleep tracking and activity tracking, but it is not a fitness watch, so there is no heart rate tracking. Pebble creator Eric Migicovsky brought back the Pebble brand earlier this year after Google released the source code for PebbleOS. After going bankrupt in 2016, Pebble was sold to Fitbit, and then Fitbit was bought by Google. Migicovsky has been vocal about how Apple's restrictions for third-party smartwatches limit how the Pebble works with an iPhone. He has complained that Apple makes it "nearly impossible" for third-party wearable developers to create an experience that mirrors the Apple Watch experience. The Pebble Round 2 can be pre-ordered from the rePebble website for $199, and it is set to ship out to customers in May.Tag: PebbleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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09:36 pm
Duolingo Used iPhone's Dynamic Island to Display Ads, Violating Apple Design Guidelines | MacRumors
Duolingo Used iPhone's Dynamic Island to Display Ads, Violating Apple Design Guidelines
Language learning app Duolingo has apparently been using the iPhone's Live Activity feature to display ads on the Lock Screen and the Dynamic Island, which violates Apple's design guidelines. According to multiple reports on Reddit, the Duolingo app has been displaying an ad for a "Super offer," which is Duolingo's paid subscription option. Apple's guidelines for Live Activity state that the feature cannot be used to display ads or promotions. From Apple's developer website: Don't use a Live Activity to display ads or promotions. Live Activities help people stay informed about ongoing events and tasks, so it's important to display only information that's related to those events and tasks. Apps that violate Apple's interface guidelines can be pulled from the App Store. We were not able to replicate the Live Activity ad, so it's possible that Duolingo stopped displaying it after user complaints.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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07:21 pm
CES 2026: Birdfy Debuts Hummingbird and 360-Degree Vista Feeders | MacRumors
CES 2026: Birdfy Debuts Hummingbird and 360-Degree Vista Feeders
Birdfy today debuted two new products, the Birdfy Feeder Vista and the Birdfy Hum Bloom, which join the company's line of camera-equipped accessories designed for bird watching. The Birdfy Feeder Vista is a 360-degree smart bird feeder that features two cameras able to capture 14-megapixel panoramic images and record 6K HD video. The Vista is a pole-based camera option that offers a bottom-up feeding system. There's an air pump that feeds seed into a sealed lower container to the feeding tray, so there is no seed hopper that blocks the view of the camera. Users are able to switch between the 360-degree perspective and a more traditional wide-angle view. As with other Birdfy feeders, the AI will identify birds that visit, but the Vista includes 120-fps slow-motion video for bird landings and flights. The camera is triggered via weight sensors instead of motion, so bird visits aren't missed. The Vista uses an LLM-powered AI that uses contextual understanding and biological reasoning to identify birds with greater accuracy. Birdfy says that the included air pump feeding system is able to control feed speed and portion size to cut down on waste and encourage healthier feeding habits. Seed is stored in an antibacterial seed container to minimize contamination and to cut down on refill frequency. The feeder is made from a high-strength nylon that is reinforced with glass fiber, and there is a snap-on modular system for adding accessories to attract more kinds of birds. Along with the Vista, Birdfy is debuting the Birdfy Hum Bloom, a feeder designed for hummingbirds. The feeder is able to capture 8 megapixel images or 120 fps slow-motion videos, and like the Vista, the Hum Bloom is designed not to obstruct the camera's view. A flower-shaped nectar bulb delivers nectar in a shape that's familiar to birds, with no visible feeding tray in images. Included sensors can track nectar level, sending an alert when a refill is needed. There's an included ant moat, and a solar panel for continuous power. Birdfy says that the feeder uses an AI model that's trained specifically on hummingbirds, a feature that sets it apart from other camera-equipped hummingbird feeders. More information about the feeders will be coming later this year. Tag: CES 2026This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:08 pm
Best Apple Deals of the Week: Start 2026 Off Right With a New Apple Watch Series 11 at Lowest-Ever Price | MacRumors
Best Apple Deals of the Week: Start 2026 Off Right With a New Apple Watch Series 11 at Lowest-Ever Price
It's 2026, and we're kicking off the New Year with all of the best Apple-related discounts you can find online this week. Many of these are matching the low prices we saw over the holidays, including AirTags, Apple Pencil Pro, and Apple Watch Series 11. 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. Apple Watch What's the deal? Take up to $100 off Apple Watch SE 3 and 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 The New Year is a great time to invest in an Apple Watch and all of its activity tracking features, and this week Amazon has record low prices on multiple Apple Watch Series 11 models. AirTag What's the deal? Take up to $34 off AirTag Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $10 OFFAirTag 1-Pack for $19.00 $34 OFFAirTag 4-Pack for $64.98 Apple's AirTag 4-Pack returned to the low price of $64.98 this week on Amazon, down from the original price of $99.00. If you're shopping for a single AirTag, Amazon has the AirTag 1-Pack for $19.00, down from $29.00. Jackery and Anker What's the deal? Take up to 65 percent off Jackery and Anker accessories Where can I get it? Jackery and Anker Where can I find the original deal? Right here UP TO $3,600 OFFJackery New Year's Sale UP TO 65% OFFAnker SOLIX New Year's Sale Anyone shopping for portable power stations can find up to 65 percent off Anker and Jackery's best accessories this week. Each retailer is hosting a New Year's sale for its most popular charging accessories, with major savings on these high-priced power stations that match Black Friday prices in many cases. Apple Pencil Pro What's the deal? Take $34 off Apple Pencil Pro Where can I get it? Amazon $34 OFFApple Pencil Pro for $94.97 Apple Pencil Pro is still available for its all-time low holiday price of $94.97 this week on Amazon, down from $129.00. This has been one of the more consistent deals of the holiday season, and we aren't sure how long it will stick around into the new year. Samsung What's the deal? Save sitewide on Samsung TVs, monitors, and more Where can I get it? Samsung Where can I find the original deal? Right here $1,200 OFF75-Inch The Frame Pro for $1,999.99 Samsung is holding a New Year's sale this week, introducing great deals on monitors, storage accessories, TVs, Galaxy smartphones, and home appliances. Many of these deals are the exact same all-time low prices we tracked during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. TVs 55-inch QLED QEF1 Smart TV - $359.99, down from $599.99 55-inch QLED Q7F Smart TV - $399.99, down from $529.99 55-inch QLED Q8F Smart TV - $699.99, down from $749.99 55-inch OLED S95F Smart TV - $1,999.99, down from $2,299.99 75-inch The Frame Pro - $1,999.99, down from $3,199.99 85-inch Neo QLED QN90F Smart TV - $2,999.99, down from $4,499.99 Monitors 27-inch Odyssey OLED G6 Gaming Monitor - $649.99, down from $899.99 49-inch Odyssey G9 Gaming Monitor - $777.99, down from $1,299.99 55-inch Odyssey Ark 2nd Gen - $1,299.99, down from $2,699.99 57-inch Odyssey Neo G9 Curved Gaming Monitor - $1,499.99, down from $2,299.99 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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Low-Price 12.9-Inch MacBook With A18 Pro Chip Reportedly Launching Early This Year | MacRumors
Low-Price 12.9-Inch MacBook With A18 Pro Chip Reportedly Launching Early This Year
Apple plans to introduce a 12.9-inch MacBook in spring 2026, according to TrendForce. In a press release this week, the Taiwanese research firm said this MacBook will be aimed at the entry-level to mid-range market, with "competitive pricing." TrendForce did not share any further details about this MacBook, but the information that it shared lines up with several rumors about a more affordable MacBook, which is expected to be equipped with a version of the iPhone 16 Pro's A18 Pro chip. Apple is expected to release the laptop by March or April of this year. In the U.S., the entry-level MacBook is expected to have a starting price between $599 and $899, with $699 or $799 being most likely. It would slot in below the MacBook Air, which starts at $999 (but is frequently on sale on Amazon for as low as $749). A18 Pro specs include a 6-core CPU, a 6-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. The chip's performance is similar to the M1 chip, so this new MacBook could effectively be a replacement for the old MacBook Air with the M1 chip, which Apple still sells through Walmart for $599 and even as low as $549 during a recent Black Friday sale. With an A18 Pro chip, this MacBook might have only 8GB of RAM, whereas all current MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models start with at least 16GB of RAM. The chip also lacks Thunderbolt support, so the new MacBook would likely be equipped with regular USB-C ports, with slower data transfer speeds and external display limitations. Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo was first to reveal that Apple is allegedly planning a more affordable MacBook. In June, he said the laptop will have around a 13-inch display, and the A18 Pro chip. Kuo said potential color options include silver, blue, pink, and yellow, so it could come in bright colors like the iMac. Taiwanese supply chain publication DigiTimes later exclusively reported that this MacBook will be equipped with a 12.9-inch display like some current or past iPad Air and iPad Pro models, whereas the MacBook Air has a slightly larger 13.6-inch display. TrendForce appears to be siding with the 12.9-inch display size. The lower-cost MacBook could have a lot in common with the discontinued 12-inch MacBook, including an ultra-thin and lightweight design. Hopefully, it is announced within the next few months, following endless rumors from several sources.Tag: MacBook (A18 Pro)This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Announces New Fitness+ Workout Programs, Strava Challenge, and More | MacRumors
Apple Announces New Fitness+ Workout Programs, Strava Challenge, and More
Apple today announced a number of updates to Apple Fitness+ and activity with the Apple Watch. The key announcements include: New Year limited-edition award: Users can win the award by closing all three Activity Rings for seven days in a row in January. "Quit Quitting" Strava challenge: Available in Strava throughout January, users who log 12 workouts anytime in the month will win an Apple Watch badge in the app. New multiweek programs: From January 5, the "Make Your Fitness Comeback program" will be available for Strength, HIIT, and Yoga. Each week builds on the previous one to help users progress. Fitness+ Artist Spotlight returns: New workouts featuring music from KAROL G and, from February 5, Bad Bunny. New Time to Walk episodes: Starting January 19, new episodes feature actor and producer Penn Badgley, Spice Girls member, singer, songwriter, and TV personality Mel B, and actor Michelle Monaghan. Apple added that many people abandon New Year's fitness resolutions by the second Friday of January, known as "Quitter's Day," but Apple Watch users appear far more likely to stay on track. An analysis of four years of data from around 100,000 participants in the Apple Heart and Movement Study found that, after a seasonal dip in activity during November and December, average daily exercise minutes rise sharply in January and continue increasing into spring. More than 60% of users boosted their exercise by over 10% in the first two weeks of January compared with December levels. Nearly 80% of those users maintained the increase through the rest of January, and 90% of that group sustained higher activity levels through February and March. The findings are based on participants who consistently wore an Apple Watch and shared Activity data as part of the long-running study conducted with major U.S. health institutions.Tag: Apple Fitness PlusThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Report: Apple Vision Pro Is Still Failing to Catch On | MacRumors
Report: Apple Vision Pro Is Still Failing to Catch On
Apple's Vision Pro headset is still failing to see appeal among consumers, according to a new report from the Financial Times. Data from IDC claims that Apple shipped 390,000 Vision Pro units in 2024. IDC expected Apple to ship just 45,000 new Vision Pro units in the latest quarter of 2025. The Financial Times stressed that this compares to millions of iPhones, iPads and MacBooks sold each quarter. Luxshare, the Vision Pro's assembler, apparently halted production of the headset at the start of 2025. According to Sensor Tower, Apple has apparently reduced digital advertising spending for the Vision Pro by more than 95% over the past year in key markets including the United States and United Kingdom. The report also noted that Apple did little to expand the device's international rollout in 2025. Morgan Stanley analysts told the Financial Times that "the cost, form factor and the lack of VisionOS native apps are the reasons why the Vision Pro never sold broadly." Since the device's debut in 2024, critics have highlighted practical shortcomings such as the device's weight, discomfort during extended use, and limited battery life. Apple is said to be struggling with a platform adoption problem, with an insufficient number of users to motivate developers and insufficient apps to attract users. Apple says around 3,000 apps are designed specifically for Vision Pro, a figure that lags far behind the rapid growth of the iPhone App Store after its launch in 2008. Appfigures notes that this total likely includes niche and industry-specific software. The challenges facing the Vision Pro reflect broader weakness in the virtual reality market. According to Counterpoint Research, global VR headset shipments declined 14% year on year. Meta still dominates the sector, accounting for around 80% of sales with its Quest headsets, which are significantly cheaper than the Vision Pro but less technologically advanced. Even so, Meta has reportedly scaled back its own marketing spend for VR hardware, suggesting limited consumer momentum across the category.Related Roundup: Apple Vision ProTags: Financial Times, IDC, Sensor TowerBuyer's Guide: Vision Pro (Buy Now)Related Forum: Apple Vision ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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'Clicks Communicator' Unveiled — Will You Carry This With Your iPhone? | MacRumors
'Clicks Communicator' Unveiled — Will You Carry This With Your iPhone?
The company behind the BlackBerry-like Clicks Keyboard accessory for the iPhone today unveiled a new Android 16 smartphone called the Clicks Communicator. The purpose-built device is designed to be used as a second phone alongside your iPhone, with the intended focus being communication over content consumption. It runs a custom Android launcher that offers a curated selection of messaging apps like Telegram, WhatsApp, Slack, and Gmail directly on the home screen. "Communicator is to a smartphone what a Kindle is to an iPad," said Jeff Gadway, Chief Marketing Officer at Clicks Technology, in a press release. "It's a complementary product that stands on its own, optimized for a specific purpose. In the case of Clicks Communicator, that means communicating with confidence in a noisy world." "The two-phone lifestyle is becoming more common," added Michael Fisher, co-founder of Clicks Technology and host of the tech-focused YouTube channel MrMobile. "Some people need a second phone for work, others want to be more intentional about how they use technology. At a time when everything is fighting for our attention, your phone should excel at helping you take action, not feeding distraction." Like the Clicks Keyboard, the Clicks Communicator device itself has a physical keyboard. The device also features a so-called "Prompt Key" button on the side of the device that you can press and hold to dictate a text message. The device is equipped with a USB-C charging port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a 4,000 mAh battery, 256GB of built-in storage, a microSD slot for up to 2TB of additional storage, a 50-megapixel rear camera, a 24-megapixel front camera, and more. It has both a physical SIM card tray and eSIM support, with global support for 5G and LTE. In the U.S., the Clicks Communicator will be available in the colors Smoke, Clover, and Onyx for an introductory price of $499. However, if you make a $199 deposit before February 27, you can lock in a discounted $399 price. Clicks Communicator is expected to begin shipping later this year, according to the press release. However, we strongly recommend exercising caution with pre-ordering a device like this prior to shipments beginning. Clicks Communicator will be showcased at CES 2026 in Las Vegas next week.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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What Do You Want to See From Apple in 2026? | MacRumors
What Do You Want to See From Apple in 2026?
As we shared in our annual What to Expect Guide yesterday, 2026 is going to be a busy year for Apple. There are a lot of firsts in development, including the first foldable iPhone and the first OLED MacBook, plus an all new home hub device that will kick off Apple's major expansion into smart home devices and robotics. We'll get new M5 Macs and new iPads early in the year, along with an updated ‌iPhone‌ 17e. In the spring, we're expecting iOS 26.4 with the revamped version of Siri, and the home hub, a new Apple TV, and a new HomePod mini could launch in that same timeframe. We're aware of what's likely to launch based on rumors and past release information, but we'd love to hear from the MacRumors community. What do you want to see Apple release this year? Are you excited for the new version of ‌Siri‌? Planning to get an ‌iPhone‌ Fold? What do you want to see from iOS 27 and macOS 27? Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and take a look at our What to Expect guide for an overview of the current rumors. We'll be hearing a lot more about Apple's 2026 plans in the coming months, and you can count on us to have in-depth coverage of every rumor that surfaces. If you want to discuss Apple's 2026 products, our MacRumors forums are an excellent resource, plus they're a great place to get help on current Apple products and software, or to find like-minded folks in the Apple community. Our readers and our forum members continue to make MacRumors the number one source for Apple news, rumors, and advice, so thank you for being here! MacRumors celebrated its 25th birthday this year, thanks to the MacRumors community. We're looking forward to another year of rumors and product launches in 2026, and we hope you are too. Happy New Year!This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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No iPhone 18 Launch This Year, Reports Suggest | MacRumors
No iPhone 18 Launch This Year, Reports Suggest
Apple is not expected to release a standard iPhone 18 model this year, according to a growing number of reports that suggest the company is planning a significant change to its long-standing annual iPhone launch cycle. Despite the immense success of the iPhone 17 in 2025, the ‌iPhone 18‌ is not expected to arrive until the spring of 2027, leaving the ‌iPhone 17‌ in the lineup as the latest standard model for over 18 months. This would mark the first time Apple skips an entire calendar year without releasing a new generation of its flagship non-Pro ‌iPhone‌. For more than a decade, Apple has introduced its mainline ‌iPhone‌ lineup in the fall, with all core models launching simultaneously in September. That pattern is expected to change this year, when the company is widely rumored to split its upcoming ‌iPhone‌ releases across two distinct release windows rather than unveiling the entire lineup at once. Under this strategy, Apple is expected to prioritize higher-end models in the fall while delaying lower-cost or standard models until the following year. As a result, Apple is not expected to ship the ‌iPhone 18‌ in 2026. Instead, reports indicate that Apple plans to launch the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro, ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max, and foldable ‌iPhone‌ in the usual fall timeframe, while holding the standard ‌iPhone 18‌ back until the spring of 2027, where it will launch alongside the ‌iPhone‌ 18e and iPhone Air 2. The rumored change is tied to Apple's expanding ‌iPhone‌ lineup. With the introduction of the iPhone 16e and ‌iPhone Air‌ in 2025, the expected debut of the first foldable ‌iPhone‌ in 2026, and the continued presence of older models like the iPhone 16 and ‌iPhone 16‌ Plus, there could be at least eight distinct ‌iPhone‌ models on sale from Apple by the end of 2026. A staggered release schedule would allow the company to further differentiate its models, give them a longer sales window without internal competition, and spread ‌iPhone‌ launches more evenly across the year. Supply chain analysts have also pointed to manufacturing and logistics benefits as a factor behind the rumored shift. By spacing out launches, Apple could reduce production bottlenecks, better manage component supply for advanced technologies, and smooth revenue recognition across fiscal quarters rather than concentrating ‌iPhone‌ sales in a single period.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Shares 'Detectives' Ad Promoting iPhone 17 Pro Camera | MacRumors
Apple Shares 'Detectives' Ad Promoting iPhone 17 Pro Camera
Apple today shared a new "Shot on iPhone" ad promoting the 8x optical zoom feature on the iPhone 17 Pro and ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max. The ad includes a series of quick zooms to show off what the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ models can do. Apple's video description highlight the 200mm focal length of the lens. With an equivalent 200 mm focal length, the 8x optical-quality zoom makes this our longest iPhone Telephoto ever. So you can get dramatically closer with iPhone 17 Pro. 8x zoom is a new feature this year, exclusive to the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ and the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ Max. The prior iPhone 16 Pro models were limited to 5x optical zoom.Tag: Apple AdsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Everything Apple Is Releasing in 2026: iPhone Fold, LLM Siri, Low-Cost MacBook and More | MacRumors
Everything Apple Is Releasing in 2026: iPhone Fold, LLM Siri, Low-Cost MacBook and More
If rumors are accurate, 2026 is going to be a huge year for Apple. We're expecting the first foldable iPhone, an all-new home hub device, updated displays, and possibly, the first OLED MacBook Pro and the first AI smart glasses. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Apple will split its ‌iPhone‌ launches, introduce a low-cost MacBook, and debut a much smarter, LLM-based version of Siri. In our 2026 guide, we've outlined everything we know about the new products coming from Apple in 2026, based on current rumors. iPhones While we'll get a low-cost ‌iPhone‌ 17e in 2026, the iPhone 18 that's normally sold alongside the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models is supposedly being held back until 2027, which means there won't be a standard ‌iPhone 18‌ in 2026. September 2026 will see Apple launching the foldable ‌iPhone‌ and the Pro ‌iPhone‌ models, so be prepared to spend some cash if you want a brand new ‌iPhone‌ in 2026. iPhone 17e (Early 2026) An ‌iPhone‌ 17e is expected in early 2026. It could have a refreshed design with slimmed down bezels and a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, giving it a more modern look that's more in line with the iPhone 17 lineup. Another rumor says that it will have slimmer bezels but no ‌Dynamic Island‌, so it is not clear if it will have a notch or a ‌Dynamic Island‌. While the iPhone 16e did not include a magnetic ring to allow it to attach to MagSafe chargers, the ‌iPhone‌ 17e could include ‌MagSafe‌ compatibility. iPhone 18 Pro (September 2026) The ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models will look a lot like the iPhone 17 Pro models, but there could be some changes to the display thanks to new Face ID technology. We're expecting the same 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch size options, with the same bezel, display quality, and rear camera setup with the camera plateau that was introduced in 2025. Apple may have finally figured out under-screen ‌Face ID‌, so 2026 could be the year that the ‌Dynamic Island‌ disappears, allowing for more screen space. Rumors suggest that the ‌Face ID‌ components will be under the display, but there will be a hole-punch camera cutout at the top left corner of the screen. It will be a noticeably different look compared to the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ models, and if the ‌Dynamic Island‌ is indeed going away, there will be some loss of functionality. Apple uses the ‌Dynamic Island‌ to display Live Activities and other important notifications. Rumors suggest the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro Max could be slightly thicker than the 17 Pro Max, and there's also a chance Apple could use a frosted glass material for the ‌MagSafe‌ charging area to reduce the two-tone appearance between the glass and the aluminum frame. Rumored color options include burgundy, brown, and purple, but Apple is expected to choose just one to go along with more traditional colors like silver. With the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models, Apple is expected to introduce its first chip built on a new 2-nanometer node, the A20. With an updated process, the A20 chip could be up to 15 percent faster than the A19, and up to 30 percent more power efficient, perhaps leading to battery life improvements. Apple is also rumored to be implementing a new packaging technology (Wafer-Level Multi-Chip Module, WL-MCM). Apple currently uses an SoC that integrates the CPU, GPU, Neural Engine, Secure Enclave, and other supporting components like the Image Signal Processor onto a single die, but RAM is a separate chip that's stacked on top of the SoC during the packaging process. If the A20 is upgraded with WL-MCM technology, RAM will be added at the wafer level (before the wafer is cut into chips) instead of the packaging level (after the wafer is cut), reducing interconnect delays. With WL-MCM, RAM is more closely integrated with the other chip components, improving memory bandwidth, reducing latency, and boosting efficiency. The ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models will continue to feature a triple-lens rear camera setup with Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto lenses, but the main wide-angle lens could get an upgrade. Rumors suggest Apple will add a variable aperture, which would allow users to control the amount of light that's hitting the lens for better performance in low lighting conditions and more control over depth of field. All prior iPhones have had fixed apertures. Apple might tweak the Camera Control button, eliminating the swipe-based touch gestures and the haptic feedback. It is easy to accidentally change image parameters when taking a photo because of the Camera Control button's swipe controls. Apple added a setting to disable the swipe functionality in iOS 26 after user complaints, but the button might be better off without it. The ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro could get Apple's C1X modem, or an upgraded C2 modem that supports mmWave 5G. Current ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌ models use Qualcomm modems, but Apple is ready to expand its in-house modem technology to the entire ‌iPhone‌ lineup. An N1 networking chip with combined Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread is expected. Foldable iPhone (September 2026) The first foldable ‌iPhone‌ is on track to launch in September 2026, coming seven years after Samsung released its first foldable smartphone. Naming hasn't been announced, but rumors have taken to calling it the "‌iPhone‌ Fold." Apple is going with a book-style design, so the ‌iPhone‌ Fold will open and close like a book. When the display is open, it will be around 7.6 inches, and when it's closed, it will be around 5.3 inches. It's said to look similar to an iPad mini when it is unfolded, and it will use OLED display technology. Apple is prioritizing thinness, and so the foldable ‌iPhone‌ could be just 4.5mm when it's open, making it Apple's thinnest device by far. When closed, it could be between 9mm and 9.5mm. The foldable ‌iPhone‌ won't have a notch or a ‌Dynamic Island‌, and rumors suggest that it might not have ‌Face ID‌ at all. Apple could instead use a Touch ID side button, similar to an iPad. There will be a camera in the top-left corner of the display for taking selfies, and there will also be a pair of rear cameras. Apple has been focused on ensuring the ‌iPhone‌ Fold doesn't have a noticeable crease when it's open, a problem that the company has reportedly solved with display improvements and a strong, durable hinge made from Liquidmetal. The crease is said to be "nearly invisible" when the ‌iPhone‌ is unfolded. Apple will use the 2-nanometer A20 chip for its fall 2026 iPhones, including the foldable ‌iPhone‌. The ‌iPhone‌ Fold isn't going to be cheap, and rumors suggest the price will be between $2,000 and $2,500. The most recent information is on the higher end of that range. iPads Several iPads are getting updates in 2026, but most will be minor refreshes. The ‌iPad mini‌ is an exception, because rumors say it could get an OLED display. There's no iPad Pro rumored for 2026, with the next update expected in 2027. iPad (Spring 2026) A 12th-generation ‌iPad‌ could come out in spring 2026, likely around March. There are no changes expected for the design, so it will continue to have an 11-inch edge-to-edge display, ‌Touch ID‌ Side Button, USB-C, and thicker bezels than other ‌iPad‌ options. The next low-cost ‌iPad‌ is expected to use Apple's A19 chip, which is the chip that Apple used for the ‌iPhone 17‌. It is built on a 3-nanometer process and it will offer major speed and efficiency improvements over the A16 chip that's in the current model. The A16 chip that Apple used in 2025 does not support Apple Intelligence, but the A19 does, so that will mark a major update for Apple's affordable tablet. The 2026 model should be able to support ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features that are unavailable with the 2025 model. The A19 also offers hardware-accelerated ray tracing and similar features for improved gameplay. The 11th-generation ‌iPad‌ has 6GB RAM, but Apple will need to bump that up to 8GB for ‌Apple Intelligence‌. It is unusual for Apple to use such a new chip in its most affordable device, but the company may want to ensure that the ‌iPad‌ is able to keep up with all of the ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features coming in 2026, such as the new version of ‌Siri‌. iPad Air (Spring 2026) The iPad Air will get an early 2026 update, around the March/April timeframe. No design changes are rumored for the ‌iPad Air‌, so we can expect the same 11-inch and 13-inch size options. Apple will upgrade the ‌iPad Air‌ to the M4 chip. The M4 CPU is up to 30 percent faster than the M3 CPU, while the GPU is up to 21 percent faster. In actual use, you may not see much of a difference between the M3 and M4 on the ‌iPad Air‌, though you might experience modest improvements with system intensive games and tasks like video editing. The ‌iPad Pro‌ was upgraded with fast charge functionality with the update to the M5 chip, and that's something that could trickle down to the ‌iPad Air‌. The ‌iPad Air‌ could get the N1 networking chip and the C1X modem. iPad mini The next-generation version of the ‌iPad mini‌ is rumored to feature a major technology upgrade, with Apple set to adopt an OLED display. The ‌iPad mini‌ will be the second tablet to adopt OLED after the ‌iPad Pro‌. Along with an OLED display, the ‌iPad mini‌ 8 is expected to have a more water resistant design that better holds up to splashes and even submersion in water. Apple is creating a vibration-based speaker system that uses the display or chassis to produce sound, eliminating the need for a traditional speaker. With the surface vibration speaker, Apple could remove the speaker holes in the ‌iPad mini‌, making it better able to withstand exposure to moisture. Leaked Apple code suggests that the ‌iPad mini‌ will feature the A20 Pro chip. That's the next-generation chip that we're expecting Apple to use in the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro models, so if the ‌iPad mini‌ is using the same chip, it could come out around the same time as the ‌iPhone 18‌ Pro. If Apple ends up going with the A19 Pro instead, the ‌iPad mini‌ could launch earlier in the year. With OLED display technology and the more water resistant design, the ‌iPad mini‌ 8 could be $100 more expensive than the current model. Macs Apple will refresh the Mac lineup with M5 chips early in the year, plus there's a new low-cost model. Later in the year, there's a possibility we'll get an M6 OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌. Low-Cost MacBook (Early 2026) Apple is going to release a low-cost MacBook in 2026, with the device set to be more affordable than the $999 MacBook Air. With the affordable notebook, Apple is aiming to better compete with cheap Chromebooks and Windows PCs. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes the low-cost MacBook will have a display that's around 13 inches in size. The ‌MacBook Air‌ has a 13.6-inch display, so the more affordable MacBook could be slightly smaller. It's sounding like it won't be too far off from the 13-inch ‌MacBook Air‌, though. There are no details on how thick it might be, but Apple probably won't prioritize a thin design for a machine optimized for a low price. Since the ‌MacBook Air‌ can run fine with an M-series chip and no fan in an enclosure that's 0.44 inches thick, there's no reason for the MacBook to be any thicker than that. The low-cost MacBook will have a standard LCD display with no mini-LED technology or ProMotion refresh rate. It could come in bright colors like the iMac, with Kuo suggesting Apple will offer it in silver, blue, pink, and yellow. Apple is planning to use its A18 Pro chip in the MacBook. We first saw the A18 Pro in the iPhone 16 Pro models. The chip is built on Apple's second-generation 3-nanometer process, featuring 8GB RAM and support for ‌Apple Intelligence‌. It's fast and efficient, and more than capable of handling day-to-day tasks. In Geekbench 6 benchmarks, the A18 Pro offers single-core CPU performance scores at the level of the M3 Ultra, and multi-core performance scores higher than the M1 chip that Apple used in the first Apple silicon ‌MacBook Air‌. Metal scores that measure GPU performance are also similar to the ‌M1‌ chip Metal scores. The A18 Pro will be equivalent to the ‌M1‌ for some tasks, and faster for other tasks. Apple no longer sells the ‌M1‌ ‌MacBook Air‌ from its own store, but it has offered the machine through Walmart at a $599 price point. There are no specific details on price as of yet, but Bloomberg claims it will cost "well under $1,000." The ‌MacBook Air‌ is priced starting at $999, so it would need to come in under that. Apple could launch the low-cost MacBook in the first half of 2026. Updates are planned for the ‌MacBook Air‌ in early 2026, so the low-cost model could launch sometime in that same timeframe. MacBook Air (Early 2026) Apple is working on an updated ‌MacBook Air‌, and rumors suggest that it will come out in the first few months of 2026. It's going to get the M5 chip, but no other new features are rumored. The design will remain the same, and we'll get the same 13-inch and 15-inch size options. Based on updates to the 14-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌, it could also get a faster SSD, and there might be a new color option to replace the light blue from 2025. MacBook Pro (Early 2026) 14-inch and 16-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌ models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips are expected to join the M5 ‌MacBook Pro‌ that came out in October 2025. The M5 Pro and M5 Max will have more CPU cores and better GPUs for improved performance, with the chips available in both 14-inch and 16-inch machines. Apple is also expected to add faster SSDs to the new machines. As with the ‌MacBook Air‌, no design changes are expected for the early 2026 refresh, with a major overhaul coming in the final months of 2026 or the early months of 2027. Mac mini (Mid-2026) There is a new version of the Mac mini in development, with M5 and M5 Pro chips. So far, there are no rumors of design changes or other updates, but the ‌Mac mini‌ could get the same SSD improvements as Apple's 14-inch ‌MacBook Pro‌. Mac Studio (Mid-2026) The Mac Studio could come out in the same timeframe as the ‌Mac mini‌. Apple didn't release an M4 Ultra chip, but there will be an M5 Ultra. Sometime around the middle of 2026, the ‌Mac Studio‌ will get M5 Max and M5 Ultra chip technology. The M5 Max will offer much faster CPU and GPU performance than the M5, and the M5 Ultra will double the M5 Max. We haven't heard rumors of design changes or any other updates for the ‌Mac Studio‌ as of yet. Mac Displays (Early to Mid-2026) Apple hasn't released a new display since the Studio Display launched in 2022, but there are apparently two new models that are in development and slated for release in 2026. The next-generation version of the Studio Display could feature the same 27-inch screen size, but with mini-LED technology instead of LCD. mini-LED means better HDR, brightness, contrast, and colors. The current Studio Display has an A-series chip inside, and the next-generation version could get the A19 Pro that Apple used in the ‌iPhone 17 Pro‌. There are actually two displays in development, but it's unclear if that's the next Studio Display in two sizes, or a Studio Display and a more expensive Pro Display XDR successor. OLED MacBook Pro (Late 2026/Early 2027) Apple is developing a revamped touchscreen OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌ that uses next-generation M6 chip technology. It's not yet clear if the machine will come out in late 2026 or early 2027, but 2026 is a possibility. If Apple does debut the OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌ in late 2026, it will be a year with two ‌MacBook Pro‌ refreshes. Apple has done that once before when the M2 Pro and ‌M2‌ Max chips launched in early 2023 followed by M3 chips later in the year, but it is a rare occurrence. Rumors suggest that the OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌ will feature a hole-punch camera without a notch, maximizing the available display area. The design could be closer to the ‌iPhone‌'s ‌Dynamic Island‌, but there is no sign that Apple plans to adopt ‌Face ID‌ on the Mac. Touch integration will be added to the Mac's screen for the first time, and Apple plans to adopt a reinforced hinge that stays stationary when the display is touched, and cuts down on any vibration associated with touch-based gestures. OLED technology offers better brightness, a higher contrast ratio with deeper blacks and whiter whites, better colors, and less power usage for battery improvements. The design of the MacBook will also be updated, and it will have a thinner, lighter chassis. There will be a keyboard and trackpad as usual, with the touch gestures augmenting existing functionality. The M6 could be built on TSMC's 2-nanometer process, introducing speed and efficiency improvements for impressive gains in battery life without compromising power. The OLED ‌MacBook Pro‌ could also be the first MacBook to incorporate 5G connectivity, with Apple including a C2 chip in the device. The C2 chip is Apple's rumored second-generation in-house modem that will support mmWave and sub-6GHz 5G speeds. With an OLED display and touchscreen technology, the ‌MacBook Pro‌ could see a price increase. Apple may also limit the features to higher-end, more expensive models. M5 iMac (Timing and Status Unknown) The ‌iMac‌ could get an M5 chip at some point in 2026, but timing isn't clear. We haven't heard anything about the ‌iMac‌ in some time, and there are no rumors of design changes or major updates on the horizon. There have been nebulous rumors of an ‌iMac‌ with a larger display, but there's no sign that such a Mac is still in active development. M5 Max iMac (Timing Unknown) Leaked internal software suggests that Apple is developing a new version of the ‌iMac‌ that includes an M5 Max chip. Max chips are typically reserved for "Pro" machines, so it's entirely possible that Apple is planning to launch a new ‌iMac‌ Pro at some point in 2026. Nothing else is known about this mysterious ‌iMac‌, and it could also be a machine that Apple uses exclusively for internal testing. If there is a larger-screened ‌iMac‌ in the works, it could feature mini-LED display technology, similar to the rumored Studio Display 2. Sizing is unclear, but it would presumably be larger than the standard 24-inch ‌iMac‌. Mac Pro (Timing Unknown) Apple is probably going to release a new Mac Pro at some point, but it's unclear when. Bloomberg originally said a ‌Mac Pro‌ would come before the end of 2025 with some kind of M4 chip, but that didn't happen, so now 2026 or later is the only option. It's possible the ‌Mac Pro‌ will get a refresh with the M5 Ultra chip when the ‌Mac Studio‌ does, but we haven't heard confirmation of that and Bloomberg says it's not going to happen. The ‌Mac Pro‌ is reportedly on the back burner at Apple, so no new model could come at all. If Apple refreshes the ‌Mac Pro‌ this year, it will get Thunderbolt 5, and it will likely support at least 512GB RAM and 16TB storage, because that's what the M3 Ultra chip supports. Home Products We didn't get a new HomePod mini or Apple TV in 2025, so those are expected in 2026, plus Apple is working on a new home hub device. Home Hub (March/April 2026) Apple is working on a home hub or "command center" that will serve as a centralized location for controlling smart home products, listening to music, making video calls, getting the weather, looking things up with ‌Siri‌, displaying photos, making notes, viewing calendar events, and more. The device has an all-display design that resembles an ‌iPad‌, with a 7-inch display. It's said to be similar in size and shape to two iPhones placed side-by-side, but Apple is designing two variants. The first version is designed to be mounted on a wall, while the second version has a speaker base that looks similar to a ‌HomePod mini‌ and can be placed on a desktop or countertop. The home hub will have its own operating system, and while there won't be an App Store, Apple apps will be available as widgets. Built-in sensors will be able to determine when someone is near the home hub, and the features displayed will change based on presence. If no one is by the hub, it might show information like the time and temperature, but if someone approaches, it could shift to an interface for adjusting the temperature. Presence detection will enable features like turning on the lights when someone enters the room, and it might also be able to tell one person from another. The home hub will play music, and it does have a camera that can be used for video calls. Touch-based interactions will be available for widgets, but the hub will be heavily reliant on ‌Siri‌ voice commands. ‌Siri‌ could have a personified look on the hub, with one design described as a version of the Mac Finder icon. While screen-based smart home devices like the Echo Show are available for under $200, Apple could price the home hub somewhere around $350. Price could vary for the version with the speaker base and the wall-mounted version without it. Apple is aiming to launch the home hub sometime in the March to April 2026 timeframe. HomePod mini (Early 2026) A new ‌HomePod mini‌ is ready to launch, and it could launch in early 2026. The ‌HomePod mini‌ 2 will get an updated S-series chip based on the Apple Watch S10, and there will be new color options. We haven't heard anything about other features that could come to Apple's small speaker, but no design changes are expected. Apple TV (Early 2026) Like the ‌HomePod mini‌, the next ‌Apple TV‌ 4K won't look any different, but it will get an updated A-series chip, like the A17 Pro or A18. The new chip will support ‌Apple Intelligence‌, so the next-generation ‌Apple TV‌ could be more capable than before. Apple is expected to add the N1 networking chip to the ‌Apple TV‌ with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread support. The ‌HomePod mini‌ and the ‌Apple TV‌ are linked to Apple's smart home platform and serve as smart home hubs for Matter, the cross-platform protocol that opens up the number of smart home accessories that are compatible with HomeKit. AirTag 2 (Early 2026) The AirTag 2 supposedly isn't getting a new design, but it will have an updated Ultra Wideband chip and a speaker that's harder to remove to prevent tampering. Leaked Apple code suggests it will get improved pairing, more detailed battery level reporting, and improvements to tracking AirTags that are moving and in crowded places. Apple Security Cameras (Late 2026) Rumors suggest that Apple is designing its own indoor security cameras that will connect to ‌HomeKit‌ and interface with the planned home hub. Cameras designed directly by Apple would offer unique integrations with Apple devices, and would offer greater privacy than competing devices because of Apple's dedication to privacy and security. The first cameras could come out as soon as late 2026, and we could see other accessories like doorbells follow. Wearables Apple could introduce AI smart glasses as soon as 2026, plus we're expecting new Apple Watch models. Apple Watch Series 12 (September 2026) No big design updates are expected for the 2026 Apple Watch, and another major design refresh isn't planned until 2028 at the earliest. There are no health features that are ready to go, though Apple is working on non-invasive blood glucose monitoring. It's been a long time since the Apple Watch got a major processor update, and with the ‌iPhone‌ shifting to a 2nm chip, 2026 could also be the year that the Apple Watch gets a speed boost. Apple could introduce a new S12 chip. Apple Watch Ultra and Apple Watch SE Apple doesn't update the Apple Watch Ultra and the Apple Watch SE on an annual basis, so it's not clear if we're going to get new models in 2026 yet. AI Smart Glasses (Late 2026 Introduction) Apple is working on smart glasses that will rival Meta's AI Ray-Bans, and we could see them as soon as 2026. Rumors suggest that Apple will show off the glasses late in the year, but a launch won't happen until 2027. Previewing devices and features early has not worked out well for Apple with the canceled AirPower and the delayed ‌Apple Intelligence‌ ‌Siri‌ implementation, so it's still not clear if an early introduction will happen. The smart glasses are expected to include cameras, speakers, sensors, and AI integration, but no displays will be included. The glasses will let users do things like take photos, listen to audio, make phone calls, and get answers to questions. Processing will be done on the ‌iPhone‌, and Apple is aiming to make the glasses a fashion accessory with multiple material and frame options. AirPods Pro (Late 2026) Even though the AirPods Pro 3 were just released in 2025, Apple analyst ‌Ming-Chi Kuo‌ believes that another AirPods Pro update is coming in 2026. The AirPods Pro could get an infrared camera for enhanced spatial audio with the Vision Pro and support for in-air gestures. It's possible the AirPods Pro won't be a new version, but a higher-end update to the ‌AirPods Pro 3‌. Software We'll get iOS 27 at WWDC as usual, but the next major update will actually happen in spring when Apple releases iOS 26.4. iOS 26.4 with LLM Siri (March/April 2026) Right around March or April, Apple will release iOS 26.4, an update that's expected to introduce some major changes to ‌Siri‌. The software is supposed to include the smarter, more capable version of Siri that Apple debuted way back in June 2024. Apple has held off on launching the home hub because it is waiting to debut the smarter, more capable version of ‌Siri‌ that's been in the works since ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features launched in iOS 18. The original plan was for a better version of ‌Siri‌ to come out in an iOS 18 update, but Apple decided ‌Siri‌ just wasn't good enough to do what it wanted. ‌Siri‌ was delayed so Apple could overhaul the underlying architecture that powers the personal assistant. The new ‌Siri‌ will be more similar to ChatGPT or Claude than the ‌Siri‌ of today, incorporating large language models to answer complex queries and complete more complicated tasks. Here's what Apple originally promised ‌Siri‌ would be able to do with ‌Apple Intelligence‌: Personal Context With personal context, ‌Siri‌ will be able to keep track of emails, messages, files, photos, and more, learning more about you to help you complete tasks and keep track of what you've been sent. Show me the files Eric sent me last week. Find the email where Eric mentioned ice skating. Find the books that Eric recommended to me. Where's the recipe that Eric sent me? What's my passport number? Onscreen Awareness Onscreen awareness will let ‌Siri‌ see what's on your screen and complete actions involving whatever you're looking at. If someone texts you an address, for example, you can tell ‌Siri‌ to add it to their contact card. Or if you're looking at a photo and want to send it to someone, you can ask ‌Siri‌ to do it for you. Deeper App Integration Deeper app integration means that ‌Siri‌ will be able to do more in and across apps, performing actions and completing tasks that are just not possible with the personal assistant right now. We don't have a full picture of what ‌Siri‌ will be capable of, but Apple has provided a few examples of what to expect. Moving files from one app to another. Editing a photo and then sending it to someone. Get directions home and share the ETA with Eric. Send the email I drafted to Eric. This summer, Apple software engineering chief Craig Federighi said that transitioning ‌Siri‌ to new architecture was a success, and that the personal assistant is going to be an even bigger update than expected. "The work we've done on this end-to-end revamp of ‌‌Siri‌‌ has given us the results we needed," Federighi told employees. "This has put us in a position to not just deliver what we announced, but to deliver a much bigger upgrade than that we envisioned." Apple decided to use AI technology from Google, so ‌Siri‌ will in part be powered by a Google Gemini model that Google designed for Apple. ‌Siri‌ will be as capable as Gemini since it is using the same underlying technology, but Apple will run the model on its own Private Cloud Compute server with no information provided to Google. The new version of ‌Siri‌ is expected to be ready for an iOS 26.4 update planned for the same March or April timeframe rumored for the home hub. iOS 27, macOS 27 and More New versions of iOS, macOS, and Apple's other software platforms will be previewed in June at WWDC before launching in September. New ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features are expected thanks to the improved ‌Siri‌ that Apple will be rolling out in the months ahead of WWDC. ‌Apple Intelligence‌ could be used for nutrition planning and medical suggestions, as part of a new paid Health+ service that's coming out next year. We don't know specifics yet, but ‌Apple Intelligence‌ features could also expand to additional apps. With iOS 27, Apple could update Siri's design. ‌Siri‌ will get its major overhaul in iOS 26.4, but a new visual look is supposedly planned for iOS 27. There are no specifics about what the redesign might entail, but rumors linked to Apple's upcoming tabletop robot suggest that the company might introduce a version of ‌Siri‌ that's more animated, similar to the Mac Finder logo. That more animated version of ‌Siri‌ could also come to the ‌iPhone‌ and ‌iPad‌. Apple is working on several new satellite features for the ‌iPhone‌, and some of these could come in iOS 27, though timing is unclear. Apple Maps via satellite Photos in Messages via satellite Satellite API framework for third-party apps Satellite over 5G Satellite connectivity without the need for a view of the sky. Some of these features could require new hardware, but options like ‌Apple Maps‌ via satellite would not require components beyond what's available now. There will be new iOS 27 features that are designed for the foldable ‌iPhone‌, such as interfaces and experiences made for a larger screen. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has described iOS 27 as a "Snow Leopard" update, suggesting that Apple will focus on improving underlying performance and quality rather than introducing major new functionality. Read More Make sure to follow MacRumors.com and the MacRumors roundups and guides over the course of 2026 to keep up with all of the rumors we're hearing. Bookmark our What to Expect Guide and our Events Guide to see a continually updated overview of what's on the horizon.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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What's Happening With the Mac Pro? | MacRumors
What's Happening With the Mac Pro?
Apple hasn't updated the Mac Pro since 2023, and according to recent rumors, there's no update coming in the near future. In fact, Apple might be finished with the ‌Mac Pro‌. Bloomberg recently said that the ‌Mac Pro‌ is "on the back burner" and has been "largely written off" by Apple. Apple apparently views the more compact Mac Studio as the ideal high-end pro-level desktop, and it has almost replaced the ‌Mac Pro‌. Apple is working on an M5 Ultra chip that will come out next year, but Bloomberg says the company is only planning to use it in the ‌Mac Studio‌, and not in an updated ‌Mac Pro‌. Apple has no plans to update the ‌Mac Pro‌ in 2026 in a "significant way." If we are truly at the end for the ‌Mac Pro‌, will we see Apple discontinue it when the next-generation ‌Mac Studio‌ launches? The current ‌Mac Studio‌ has a newer, higher-end M3 Ultra chip that supports more CPU cores, more GPU cores, more maximum storage (16TB vs. 8TB), and more maximum unified memory (512GB vs. 192GB). The ‌Mac Studio‌ can support up to four 8K displays, while the ‌Mac Pro‌ is limited to three, and the ‌Mac Pro‌ doesn't have Thunderbolt 5. The ‌Mac Pro‌ has fallen behind, and the gap will only increase with the launch of an M5 Ultra ‌Mac Studio‌. The only benefit that the ‌Mac Pro‌ offers over the ‌Mac Studio‌ is PCIe expansion slots. It's heavier, bulkier, and more expensive than the ‌Mac Studio‌ when comparing equivalent RAM and storage. For most people, there's no reason to choose a ‌Mac Pro‌ over a ‌Mac Studio‌, but some of Apple's high-end customers still need the space for things like RED capture cards and specialized audio interfaces. Over the years, Apple has struggled with meeting the needs of pro users who want a desktop. The now-infamous "trash can" ‌Mac Pro‌ that came out in 2013 prioritized design over functionality, and the machine ended up being a failure. Apple was criticized for misunderstanding its pro user base because there was no space for internal upgrades like additional GPUs. Apple was never able to update the trash can ‌Mac Pro‌ because it wasn't thermally capable of supporting rapidly evolving GPUs. In 2019, Apple unveiled a modular ‌Mac Pro‌ that had a more traditional enclosure able to support expansion with eight PCIe slots and three impeller fans. Apple did update the ‌Mac Pro‌ a couple of times after that, but it has once again been sidelined. Apple is still selling the M2 Ultra version of the ‌Mac Pro‌ and it hasn't been discontinued or removed from the company's website. Until it's officially discontinued, there's a chance we could get another ‌Mac Pro‌ at some point in the future, but it doesn't sound like 2026 will be the year. Related Roundup: Mac ProBuyer's Guide: Mac Pro (Neutral)Related Forum: Mac ProThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Apple Says Final Intel MacBook Air and Apple Watch Series 5 Now 'Vintage' | MacRumors
Apple Says Final Intel MacBook Air and Apple Watch Series 5 Now 'Vintage'
Apple today added the final 13-inch MacBook Air powered by Intel processors, the Apple Watch Series 5, and additional products to its vintage products list. The iPhone 11 Pro was also added to the list after the iPhone 11 Pro Max was added back in September. The full list of products added to Apple's vintage and obsolete list today: MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020) iPhone 8 Plus 128GB - other capacities were already vintage iPhone 11 Pro iPad Air 3, Wi-Fi + Cellular - Wi-Fi-only models not yet vintage Apple Watch Series 5, Aluminum, 40mm Apple Watch Series 5, Aluminum, 44mm Apple Watch Series 5, Ceramic, 40mm Apple Watch Series 5, Ceramic, 44mm Apple Watch Series 5 Hermes, 40mm Apple Watch Series 5 Hermes, 44mm Apple Watch Series 5 Nike, 40mm Apple Watch Series 5 Nike, 44mm Apple Watch Series 5, Stainless Steel, 40mm Apple Watch Series 5, Stainless Steel, 44mm Apple Watch Series 5, Titanium, 40mm Apple Watch Series 5, Titanium, 44mm The final Intel MacBook Air was introduced in March 2020 and featured a 1.1GHz dual-core Intel Core i3, 1.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i5, or 1.2GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor, depending on configuration. It only remained on the market for eight months before it was discontinued when Apple debuted the M1 MacBook Air in November of that year as part of its initial Apple silicon launch. Apple considers a device to be vintage after more than five years have passed since the company stopped distributing it for sale. Apple and Apple Authorized Service Providers may offer repairs for vintage devices, but only if parts remain available. In addition to the newly vintage products, Apple today shifted the special-edition Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones released in 2018 to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Mickey Mouse from the vintage list to the obsolete list. Apple considers a device to be obsolete once more that seven years have passed since it was offered for sale, and hardware service is generally unavailable for those devices. Mac laptops are, however, eligible for an extended battery-only repair period of up to 10 years from the date of discontinuation, subject to parts availability.Tag: Vintage and Obsolete Apple ProductsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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IAD (Ashburn) on 2026-01-12 | CloudFlare
IAD (Ashburn) on 2026-01-12
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GRU (São Paulo) on 2026-01-13
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 13, 05:00 - 09:00 UTCJan 7, 22:18 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in GRU (São Paulo) datacenter on 2026-01-13 between 05:00 and 09:00 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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Call Failures to a subset of Twilio Numbers in Thailand | Twilio
Call Failures to a subset of Twilio Numbers in Thailand
Jan 7, 13:46 PSTInvestigating - We are observing . We are currently working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We expect to provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 7, 17:30 - 20:15 PSTJan 7, 11:52 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting a planned maintenance from 07 January 2026 at 17:30 PST until 07 January 2026 at 20:15 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Vodafone United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes, Lookup Identity MatchWe are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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PDX (Portland) on 2026-01-15 | CloudFlare
PDX (Portland) on 2026-01-15
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GRU (São Paulo) on 2026-01-15
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DFW (Dallas) on 2026-01-14
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MCP endpoints returning 500 or 503 errors | Zapier
MCP endpoints returning 500 or 503 errors
Status: MonitoringFrom 00:45 AM UTC to 3:17 PM UTC we experienced a service disruption affecting MCP tool executions. During this time, some requests were temporarily unavailable and returned 500 or 503 errors. Our systems automatically restarted the affected services, and we worked to restore normal operation as quickly as possible.Affected components MCP (Degraded performance)
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Account Security Carriers Partners Maintenance – | Twilio
Account Security Carriers Partners Maintenance –
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 13, 08:00 PST - Jan 14, 01:00 PSTJan 7, 07:01 PSTScheduled - Our carriers partners are conducting a planned maintenance from 13 January 2026 at 08:00 PST until 14 January 2026 at 01:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for customers.Impacted Products: Verify Silent Network Auth, Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributes
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SMS Delivery Delays to Orange Network in Cameroon | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Orange Network in Cameroon
Jan 7, 07:04 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing . Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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02:54 pm
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone | Twilio
United Kingdom Account Security Carrier Partner Maintenance – Vodafone
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 7, 16:30 - 19:15 PSTJan 7, 06:48 PSTScheduled - Our carrier partner Vodafone United Kingdom is conducting an emergency maintenance from 07 January 2026 at 16:30 PST until 07 January 2026 at 19:15 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent API request failures for Vodafone United Kingdom customers.Impacted Products: Lookup SIM Swap, Lookup Identity Match, Legacy Identity MatchAndAttributesWe are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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Zapier Copilot Not responding when using Canvas | Zapier
Zapier Copilot Not responding when using Canvas
Status: InvestigatingCopilot isn’t working in Canvas. Attempts to use Copilot result in an error message, and the service does not respond. The team is currently investigating this. We will keep you posted on the progressAffected components Canvas (Partial outage)
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Italy SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
Italy SMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 7, 17:00 - 20:00 PSTJan 7, 01:04 PSTScheduled - Our SMS carrier partner in Italy is conducting a planned maintenance from 07 January 2026 at 17:00 PST until 07 January 2026 at 20:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS from TIM Italy handsets via Italy long codes.We are aware of the short notice and are working with our Carrier Partners to provide earlier notification where possible.
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07:23 am
United States SMS and MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
United States SMS and MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 13, 20:00 PST - Jan 14, 03:00 PSTJan 6, 23:13 PSTScheduled - Our SMS and MMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 13 January 2026 at 20:00 PST until 14 January 2026 at 03:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering SMS and MMS to and from United States handsets via subset of United States long codes.
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06:42 am
SMS Delivery Delays to Google Voice in United States of America via Subset of Shortcodes | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Google Voice in United States of America via Subset of Shortcodes
Jan 6, 22:42 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS Delivery Delays to Google Voice in United States of America via Subset of Shortcodes. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hours or as soon as more information becomes available.
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01:31 am
SMS Delivery Delays to Vinaphone in Viet Nam | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Vinaphone in Viet Nam
Jan 6, 17:31 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Vinaphone in Viet Nam. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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12:22 am
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-12 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-12
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 12, 17:30 - 23:30 UTCJan 7, 00:12 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter on 2026-01-12 between 17:30 and 23:30 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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Tuesday January 06
10:39 pm
SMS Delivery Delays to Tigo in Colombia | Twilio
SMS Delivery Delays to Tigo in Colombia
Jan 6, 14:39 PSTInvestigating - We are experiencing SMS delivery delays when sending messages to Tigo in Colombia. Our engineers are working with our carrier partner to resolve the issue. We will provide another update in 1 hour or as soon as more information becomes available.
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Nikon J1 is solid, compact, mirrorless digital camera

By Laura Excell

Nikon (www.nikonusa.com) has entered the mirrorless camera market with a strong start by introducing their new Nikon 1 system (which starts at US$649.95 in pricing), which includes the J1 and V1 cameras.

Portable Seagate Backup Plus a great companion for latest Macs

Now that the entire Mac line — except for the long-in-the-tooth Mac Pro — sports USB 3.0 connectivity, Mac users have access to a wide range of inexpensive, back-up/secondary drives. The Backup Plus portable from Seagate Technology (http://www.seagate.com) is one of the best such products.

Perfect365 offers instant face lifts, makeovers

By Bruce Bicknell

Beauty in a box? Believe it or not, here’s an interesting program that really allows you to do complete makeovers on your images with the click of a button and Intensity sliders. Perfect365 — a free download from ArcSoft (www.arcsoft.com) allows you to see results quickly with standard tricks such as face reshaping, teeth whitening, and blemish removal. But it’s really more, so let’s take a look.

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Friday November 28
04:01 pm
Black Friday Apple Watch Deals: Take up to $100 off models at Amazon | MacPrices.net
Black Friday Apple Watch Deals: Take up to $100 off models at Amazon
Amazon is offering a $100 discount on several Apple Watch Ultra 3 models as part of their Black Friday sale. Their discounts are the first significant sales for these new Watches. Shipping is free: - Apple Watch Ultra 3 (Black Titanium Case/Black Ocean Band): $699, $100 off MSRP - Apple Watch Ultra 3 (Rugged Titanium Case/Anchor Blue Ocean Band): $699, $100 off MSRP Amazon is offering a $60 discount on new Apple Watch Series 11 models. Shipping is free: - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $339, save $60 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $369, save $60 - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $439, save $60 - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + 5G: $469, save $60 Amazon has Apple Watch SE 3 models on sale for $50 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - 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 For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.
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03:49 pm
Black Friday MacBook Low Price Alert: Walmart has 13-inch M1 MacBook Airs on sale for only $549 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday MacBook Low Price Alert: Walmart has 13-inch M1 MacBook Airs on sale for only $549
Walmart has clearance, but new, Apple 13" M1 MacBook Airs (8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) available online for $549, $450 off original MSRP, in Space Gray, Silver, and Gold colors. These are new MacBooks for sale by Walmart directly, not a third-party seller. It's the cheapest new MacBook available this Back Friday shopping period! These sale prices are available for online orders only. Order online, and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available). Note that stock status may vary, check Walmart's site for availability. For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker, updated daily.
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03:35 pm
Black Friday: Take $75 off Apple’s A16 11th-generation iPads, prices start at only $274 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday: Take $75 off Apple’s A16 11th-generation iPads, prices start at only $274
Apple retailers have Apple's 11th-generation A16 iPads on Black Friday sale for $75 off MSRP with prices available starting at $274. These are the lowest iPad prices available this Black Friday: (1): Amazon has iPads on Black Friday sale for up to $75 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - 11" 11th-generation 128GB WiFi iPads: $274 $75 off MSRP - 11" 11th-generation 256GB WiFi iPads: $374 $75 off MSRP - 11" 11th-generation 512GB WiFi iPads: $579 $70 off MSRP (2): Walmart is offering a $75 discount on Apple's 11" A16 WiFi iPads as well. Sale prices for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 11" 128GB WiFi A16 iPad: $274, $75 off MSRP - 11" 256GB WiFi A16 iPad: $374, $75 off MSRP - 11" 512GB WiFi A16 iPad: $579, $70 off MSRP For the latest prices & deals, keep an eye on our iPad Price Tracker, updated daily.
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02:39 pm
Black Friday: Apple AirPods on sale for up to $150 off MSRP, prices start at only $69 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday: Apple AirPods on sale for up to $150 off MSRP, prices start at only $69
Official Black Friday prices for Apple AirPods are now live at Amazon and Walmart. Both retailers are offering AirPods models for up to $150 off Apple's MSRP. These are the best deals on AirPods this year: (1): Amazon has Apple AirPods on Black Friday sale for up to $150 off MSRP, including free shipping: - AirPods 4: $69, $60 off - AirPods 4 with ANC: $99.99, $80 off - AirPods Pro 3: $219.99, $30 off - AirPods Max: $399.99, $150 off (2): Walmart has Apple AirPods on Black Friday sale on their online store for up to $150 off MSRP. Order online and choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - AirPods 4: $69, $60 off - AirPods 4 with ANC: $109.99, $70 off - AirPods Pro 3: $219.99, $30 off - AirPods Max: $399.99, $150 off Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
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02:30 pm
Black Friday: M4 Mac minis on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP, prices start at $479 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday: M4 Mac minis on sale for up to $200 off Apple’s MSRP, prices start at $479
Apple retailers are offering Black Friday discounts ranging up to $200 off MSRP on M4 Mac minis. These are the lowest prices currently available: (1): Amazon has M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis on Black Friday sale starting at only $479 and ranging up to $200 off MSRP. Shipping is free: - Mac mini M4 (16GB/256GB): $479, $120 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 (16GB/512GB): $669, $130 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 (24GB/512GB): $869, $130 off MSRP - Mac mini M4 Pro (24GB/512GB): $1199.99, $200 off MSRP (2): B&H Photo has M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis on Black Friday sale for up to $150 off Apple's MSRP, each including free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - M4 Mac mini (16GB/256GB): $479, $120 off MSRP - M4 Mac mini (16GB/512GB): $669, $130 off MSRP - M4 Mac mini (24GB/512GB): $869, $130 off MSRP - M4 Pro Mac mini (24GB/512GB): $1249, $150 off MSRP These are the lowest Black Friday prices currently available on Mac minis. For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Mac mini Price Tracker, updated daily.
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02:21 pm
Best Black Friday MacBook Deal: Take $150 off all M4 MacBook Airs, prices start at only $749 | MacPrices.net
Best Black Friday MacBook Deal: Take $150 off all M4 MacBook Airs, prices start at only $749
Amazon has all 13" M4 MacBook Airs and 15" M4 MacBook Airs on Black Friday sale for $250 off Apple's MSRP, starting at only $749. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party: - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $749, $250 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $949, $250 off - 13" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB): $1149, $250 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/256GB): $949, $250 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB): $1149, $250 off - 15" M4 MacBook Air (24GB/512GB/): $1349, $250 off Their prices are the lowest available for new M4 MacBook Airs anywhere and represent one of the best Black Friday deal on Apple products so far this Holiday shopping season. For the latest sales & prices, see our 13" MacBook Air Price Tracker and 15" MacBook Air Price Tracker, both updated daily.
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02:15 pm
Black Friday: Take $250 off Apple’s new 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros, prices start at only $1349 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday: Take $250 off Apple’s new 14-inch M5 MacBook Pros, prices start at only $1349
Amazon is now offering $250 discounts on new 14" M5 MacBook Pros as part of their Black Friday 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): $1599.99, 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 this Black Friday. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
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02:11 pm
Black Friday: 14-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros for up to $500 off Apple’s MSRP | MacPrices.net
Black Friday: 14-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros for up to $500 off Apple’s MSRP
Apple retailers are offering Black Friday sale prices on 14" M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros ranging up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. Here at the lowest prices currently available: (1): Amazon has Apple's 14-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros (Silver and Black colors) on Black Friday sale for up to $500 off MSRP. Shipping is free. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller: - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1749, $250 off MSRP - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2099, $300 off MSRP - 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2699, $500 off MSRP (2): B&H Photo is offering 14-inch MacBook Pros with M4 Pro or M4 Max CPUs for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB): $1749, $250 off MSRP - 14" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB): $2099, $300 off MSRP - 14" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB): $2699, $500 off MSRP These are the lowest Black Friday prices currently available on these models. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 14-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
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01:59 pm
Black Friday: Take $500 off 16-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros | MacPrices.net
Black Friday: Take $500 off 16-inch M4 Pro/M4 Max MacBook Pros
Apple retailers have 16-inch M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pros on Black Friday sale this weekend for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. Here are the lowest prices currently available: (1): Amazon has 16-inch MacBook Pros Black Friday sale for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. Shipping is free. Be sure to select Amazon as the seller, rather than a third-party seller: - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Black): $2189, $310 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Silver): $2189, $310 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Black): $2535.07, $364 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Silver): $2535.07, $364 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Black): $3059, $440 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Silver): $3059.76, $440 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Black): $3499, $500 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Silver): $3499, $500 off MSRP (2): B&H Photo has 16-inch MacBook Pros on Black Friday sale for up to $500 off Apple's MSRP. B&H offers free 1-2 day shipping to most US addresses: - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Black): $2199, $300 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/512GB/Silver): $2189, $310 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Black): $2539, $370 off MSRP - 16" M4 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/512GB/Silver): $2539, $370 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Black): $3059, $440 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (36GB/1TB/Silver): $3099, $400 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Black): $3499, $500 off MSRP - 16" M4 Max MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB/Silver): $3499, $500 off MSRP These are the lowest Black Friday prices available for new 16" MacBook Pros among the Apple retailers we track. For the latest sales and prices, keep an eye on our 16-inch MacBook Pro Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Wednesday November 26
10:17 pm
Black Friday Deal at Verizon: iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, or 17 Pro Max all for free, no trade-in required | MacPrices.net
Black Friday Deal at Verizon: iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, or 17 Pro Max all for free, no trade-in required
Verizon has rolled out their Black Friday iPhone deals running through at least December 1, 2025, featuring major offers on the iPhone 17 lineup. Customers who switch to Verizon can get a base-model iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, or 17 Pro Max, no trade-in required. Free means $0/month for a 36 month term through which Verizon will credit your account the normal monthly price of the phone. Should you leave early, you would be responsible for paying off the balance of the phone. Verizon will also include a free Apple Watch 11 and 11th-generation A16 iPad for the same 36 month term, should you so desire. Details at Verizon here. For the latest prices and deals, see our iPhone Price Tracker, updated daily.
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03:16 am
Black Friday Deal: AirPods Max headphones on sale for $150 off Apple’s MSRP, only $399 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday Deal: AirPods Max headphones on sale for $150 off Apple’s MSRP, only $399
Amazon has Apple AirPods Max headphones in stock and on Black Friday sale for $150 off MSRP (27%) on their online store. Shipping is free: - AirPods Max: $399.99, $150 off Their price is the lowest Black Friday price currently available for Apple AirPods Max. Keep an eye on our AirPods Price Tracker for the latest prices and deals, updated daily.
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Tuesday November 25
06:27 pm
Black Friday Deal: $60 off Apple Watch Series 11 models, prices start at $339 | MacPrices.net
Black Friday Deal: $60 off Apple Watch Series 11 models, prices start at $339
Sams Club has Apple Watch Series 11 models on Black Friday sale for $60 off Apple's MSRP through December 2, 2025. Sams Club Membership required. Note that sale prices are for online orders only, in-store prices may vary. Choose free shipping or free local store pickup (if available): - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + Cellular: $439 $60 off MSRP - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + Cellular: $469 $60 off MSRP - 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $339 $60 off MSRP - 46mm Apple Watch Series 11 GPS: $369 $60 off MSRP Sams' prices are currently among the lowest for Series 11 Watches anywhere. For the latest prices and sales, keep an eye on our Apple Watch Price Tracker, updated daily.
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Tuesday December 02
01:09 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Silver – G1EH0LL/A – $1,439.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Silver – G1EH0LL/A – $1,439.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Silver – G1EH0LL/A $1,439.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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01:09 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet – Blue – G1E50LL/A – $1,129.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet – Blue – G1E50LL/A – $1,129.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet - Blue – G1E50LL/A $1,129.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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01:09 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Silver – G1K17LL/A – $1,779.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass – Silver – G1K17LL/A – $1,779.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet, Nano-texture glass - Silver – G1K17LL/A $1,779.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 512GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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01:09 am
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Silver – G1EJ0LL/A – $1,609.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Silver – G1EJ0LL/A – $1,609.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Silver – G1EJ0LL/A $1,609.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 1TB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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Monday December 01
09:54 am
Apple iPad mini A17 Pro Doorbusters at Best Buy:: Up to $150 off + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Apple iPad mini A17 Pro Doorbusters at Best Buy:: Up to $150 off + free shipping
As part of its Cyber Monday doorbusyers, Best Buy has dropped the price on lots of versions of this 2024 iPad mini, with discounts as high as $150. Lots of these are at best-ever prices. Shop Now at Best Buy
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09:50 am
Apple iPad mini 128GB A17 Pro 8.3″ WiFi Tablet (2024) for $349 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Apple iPad mini 128GB A17 Pro 8.3″ WiFi Tablet (2024) for $349 + free shipping
It's $50 under the lowest price we've ever seen for this 2024 iPad. You'd still pay $399 for it at Amazon. Buy Now at Best Buy
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09:34 am
Apple MacBook Air M2 13.6″ Laptop (2022) for $599 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Air M2 13.6″ Laptop (2022) for $599 + free shipping
As one of Best Buy's Cyber Monday doorbusters, you can get this 2022 MacBook Air at its best ever price. It's another $50 drop since Black Friday week. You'd pay at least $738 for this model at Amazon today. Buy Now at Best Buy
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Friday November 28
02:50 pm
Apple Black Friday Deals at eBay: Up to 70% off + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Apple Black Friday Deals at eBay: Up to 70% off + free shipping
During Black Friday, eBay has a large selection of mostly certified refurbished Apple iPhones, watches, AirPods, iPads, and more. Select deals may be eligible for coupon code "CYBERWEEK20" (eligible products will be marked on the product page). Refurbished items include a 1 or 2-year Allstate warranty. Shop Now at eBay
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02:50 pm
Apple Black Friday Deals at eBay: Up to 70% off + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple Black Friday Deals at eBay: Up to 70% off + free shipping
During Black Friday, eBay has a large selection of mostly certified refurbished Apple iPhones, watches, AirPods, iPads, and more. Select deals may be eligible for coupon code "CYBERWEEK20" (eligible products will be marked on the product page). Refurbished items include a 1 or 2-year Allstate warranty. Shop Now at eBay
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09:51 am
Apple Black Friday Sale: Up to $250 gift card w/ purchase + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Apple Black Friday Sale: Up to $250 gift card w/ purchase + free shipping
Get an Apple gift card ranging from $25 to $250 with select purchases in Apple's Black Friday sale. We've listed the top deals below, although there are more to browse on the sale page. The deals:$250 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or Max chip)$200 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 15"$175 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 13"$150 Apple gift card w/ iMac$100 Apple gift card w/ Mac mini$100 Apple gift card w/ iPad Air$75 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16$75 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Max$50 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Pro 3$50 Apple gift card w/ Apple Watch Series 11 or SE 3$50 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16e$50 Apple gift card w/ iPad A16 or iPad mini$25 Apple gift card w/ AirPods 4 Shop Now at Apple
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09:51 am
Apple Black Friday Sale: Up to $250 gift card w/ purchase + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple Black Friday Sale: Up to $250 gift card w/ purchase + free shipping
Get an Apple gift card ranging from $25 to $250 with select purchases in Apple's Black Friday sale. We've listed the top deals below, although there are more to browse on the sale page. The deals:$250 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or Max chip)$200 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 15"$175 Apple gift card w/ MacBook Air 13"$150 Apple gift card w/ iMac$100 Apple gift card w/ Mac mini$100 Apple gift card w/ iPad Air$75 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16$75 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Max$50 Apple gift card w/ AirPods Pro 3$50 Apple gift card w/ Apple Watch Series 11 or SE 3$50 Apple gift card w/ iPhone 16e$50 Apple gift card w/ iPad A16 or iPad mini$25 Apple gift card w/ AirPods 4 Shop Now at Apple
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08:51 am
Apple 14″ MacBook Pro M5 Laptop w/ 16GB RAM (Late 2025) for $1,350 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple 14″ MacBook Pro M5 Laptop w/ 16GB RAM (Late 2025) for $1,350 + free shipping
As one of its Black Friday Doorbusters, Best Buy drops this M5 MacBook Pro to $50 under Amazon's price. (It's a $250 savings in total.) Also, if you're a Best Buy Plus or Total member, you'll get a $25 Best Buy gift card with this purchase. Buy Now at Best Buy
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Thursday November 27
09:15 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – FWUC3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Silver – FWUC3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Silver – FWUC3LL/A $1,099.00 $1,299.00 −15% Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 16GB unified memory 256GB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Two Thunderbolt / USB 4 ports Product page on the Apple Store…
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Wednesday November 26
02:35 pm
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Blue – G1K53LL/A – $2,119.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Blue – G1K53LL/A – $2,119.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 10-Core CPU and 10-Core GPU, Gigabit Ethernet- Blue – G1K53LL/A $2,119.00 Originally released October 2024 24-inch 4.5K Retina display² 24GB unified memory 2TB SSD¹ 12MP Center Stage camera with support for Desk View Four Thunderbolt 4 ports Gigabit Ethernet Product page on the Apple Store…
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Apple MacBook Air 13″ M1 Laptop (2020) for $549 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Air 13″ M1 Laptop (2020) for $549 + free shipping
That's within $9 of the lowest-ever price we've seen for it. Buy Now at Walmart
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