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Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open

Apple has announced that the Swift Student Challenge is now open. Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their “app playgrounds.” The challenge empowers students to join a worldwide community of...

Apple Original Films lands the global rights to ‘The Last First: Winter K2’ documentary

Apple Original Films has taken global rights to “The Last First: Winter K2,” a documentary hailing from Propagate, Ventureland and Object Studios, following its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. Here’s how it’s described: Helmed by Amir Bar-Lev, a director with...

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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 February 05
07:17 pm
Apple TV users get $2/month Peacock, including Super Bowl and Olympics | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple TV users get $2/month Peacock, including Super Bowl and Olympics
Peacock is about to air two of the biggest TV events of the year: the Super Bowl and the Olympics. And if you’re an Apple TV subscriber, you can add on Peacock for only $2/month. Here are the details. more…
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07:03 pm
Anthropic reveals new Opus 4.6 model with more autonomy and better focus | 9 to 5 Mac
Anthropic reveals new Opus 4.6 model with more autonomy and better focus
Anthropic has announced its latest AI model with Claude Opus 4.6. The new version arrives just two months after the previous model upgrade. more…
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06:51 pm
Apple will apply all the tech and power it has to make live F1 content a success | AppleInsider
Apple will apply all the tech and power it has to make live F1 content a success
Apple intends to use everything it has including its hardware, stores, services, and apps to add value to its Apple TV F1 streaming service — and don't rule out an F1 movie sequel, either.Apple has big plans for its F1 streaming service. Image source: AppleApple will pick up the streaming rights for F1 race weekends when the new season starts in March 2025. The deal will run for five years, and viewers can expect the company to go all out."We will bring everything Apple has to bear," Apple senior vice president of services, Eddy Cue, has said, speaking during an interview with the motorsport website Racer. Cue pointed at the depth of offerings Apple has that can put F1 in front of customers — whether they're existing F1 fans or not. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:47 pm
Apple was once ‘carpet bombing’ Tesla with recruiting calls, per Elon Musk | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple was once ‘carpet bombing’ Tesla with recruiting calls, per Elon Musk
Apple once had ambitions of building an electric car, and during that period, per a new interview with Elon Musk, the company was “relentlessly” trying to poach Tesla employees. more…
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06:30 pm
Apple Silicon supplier TSMC expands AI chip production to Japan | Mac Daily News
Apple Silicon supplier TSMC expands AI chip production to Japan
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), Apple Silicon supplier and the world’s leading chipmaker, is expanding production… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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06:30 pm
9to5Mac Daily: February 5, 2026 – The latest iPhone Fold specs and rumors | 9 to 5 Mac
9to5Mac Daily: February 5, 2026 – The latest iPhone Fold specs and rumors
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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06:22 pm
Apple's iPad gains in 2025 came from a market correction, not a breakthrough year | AppleInsider
Apple's iPad gains in 2025 came from a market correction, not a breakthrough year
Apple's iPad shipments climbed sharply in 2025, driven more by a market correction and vendor behavior than by product innovation.iPad shipments surged in 2025In 2025, global tablet shipments went up by 9.8% compared to the previous year, hitting around 162 million units. It was the best annual performance for the tablet market since the big jump in 2020 due to the pandemic.However, Omdia warned that the recovery wasn't consistent and was already showing some cracks. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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06:06 pm
Apple’s M5 Ultra secret may have been spilled | Macworld
Apple’s M5 Ultra secret may have been spilled
Macworld We’ve been waiting for Apple to release the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro for weeks, sometime after the release of macOS 26.3. Well, now that the release candidates for 26.3 are available, we should see those new MacBooks next week. But there’s another bit of intrigue: based on the code inside, some light was shed on another chip we’ve all been wondering about. According to a report by MacRumors, the iOS 26.3 release candidate includes references to the M5 Max and the M5 Ultra chips. The code doesn’t explicitly say “M5 Max” or “M5 Ultra,” but rather references model and platform codes that align with those chip families (T6051 and T6052 model numbers, with associated H17C and H17D platform names). The “17” is a reference to the M5 (H17G), while “C” and “D” refer to Max and Ultra chips, respectively. Curiously, the letter “S,” which is used for Pro chips, isn’t referenced in the code. Assuming that Apple didn’t change the coding system, this reveal lets us know that yes, Apple is testing a Mac with an M5 Ultra chip. Apple did not release an M4 Ultra for the Mac Studio back in March 2024. Instead, the company went with an M3 Ultra, which, despite being of an older generation, is currently Apple’s fastest chip. Apple never publicly explained why it went this direction, nor why the Mac Pro stuck with the M2 Ultra. At the time, the M3 Ultra left us wondering about the next Ultra chip: would it be an M4 or M5? Well, it looks like we now know. But what about the M5 Pro? It’s possible that Apple simply left out the reference and could add it later when the software is released. Another possibility is that Apple changed the names, and the “D” reference actually refers to the M5 Pro (which makes this whole article moot). The last possibility is that Apple is going to release an M5 Ultra MacBook Pro, which would be a first.
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06:01 pm
Today only: Samsung's 32-inch M8 USB-C monitor plunges to $329 | AppleInsider
Today only: Samsung's 32-inch M8 USB-C monitor plunges to $329
B&H's Flash Deal Zone offers a $370 price drop on Samsung's M8 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor, which pairs well with Macs.Grab Samsung's M8 for $329 today only.You can pick up the Samsung M8 Smart Monitor for $329.99 at B&H Photo today only during the retailer's Deal Zone savings event.Buy Samsung M8 for $329.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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05:59 pm
Apple gets win from EU over Apple Maps and Ads services | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple gets win from EU over Apple Maps and Ads services
Apple has been forced to make a lot of region-specific changes to the iPhone and iOS in the EU due to the Digital Markets Act (DMA). But the company just received good news from the EU commission regarding the DMA’s impact on two key services: Apple Maps and Ads. more…
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05:54 pm
No, Google didn’t just admit that Siri will run on its servers | Macworld
No, Google didn’t just admit that Siri will run on its servers
Macworld Ever since Apple and Google jointly announced a partnership to base the Siri voice assistant on Gemini tech, questions have been raised about user privacy. Apple has done its part to offer reassurance by insisting that Gemini-powered Siri will continue to run on-device or on the company’s own Private Cloud Compute (PCC) servers, rather than on infrastructure owned by Google. But doubts remain. At its triumphant Q1 earnings call late last month, CEO Tim Cook responded to a question about the Gemini partnership by saying, in part: “We’ll continue to run on the device, and run in PCC, and maintain our industry-leading privacy standards in doing so. In terms of the arrangement with Google, we’re not releasing the details of that.” As 9to5Mac points out, that’s worded in such a way that it could mean other Apple Intelligence features will be hosted in the way described, whereas the new version of Siri will be handled in some other way. I don’t think he was saying that (the “arrangement with Google” almost certainly refers to the financial aspect of the question), but it’s one possible, albeit tenuous, interpretation. Those doubts resurfaced on Wednesday following another earnings call, this time by Google. The company’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, mentioned the partnership in his remarks in the following way: “I’m pleased that we are collaborating with Apple as [its] preferred cloud provider and to develop the next generation of Apple Foundation Models, based on Gemini technology.” Hearing Google refer to itself as Apple’s “preferred cloud provider” while discussing the Gemini partnership is undoubtedly alarming, and I don’t blame pundits for drawing negative conclusions. One news site (9to5Mac, link above) interpreted this as Google “suggesting” Gemini-powered Siri will run on its servers; another (AppleInsider) said Apple and Google’s statements were “seemingly contradictory.” But once again, Pichai’s statement contains vague implications rather than a clear meaning, and I don’t think we should take this as a direct contradiction of Apple’s privacy claims–something which would in effect be a declaration of PR war. Much like Cook’s statement, there are multiple interpretations of what Pichai said. One is that Apple was lying through its teeth and Gemini-powered Siri will run on Google servers in a way that gives Google access to user data. Another is that Google is simply going to lease server hardware to Apple as part of the arrangement. They will be Apple Park servers running Apple software, but the hardware is “provided” by Google. That would likely fulfil Apple’s privacy pledge, even if the optics might not be great. And another is that Pichai was, clumsily and at the worst possible time, referring to the fact that Google already provides extensive cloud services to Apple in other areas, and that this latest partnership is merely one more example of the two tech giants working fruitfully together. In other words, the whole thing is frustratingly vague. What we have at the moment is a partnership with many details still to be decided, and the two partners have very different priorities in terms of public messaging. Apple wants to reassure its users at every point that their privacy will be safeguarded, while Google just wants everyone to know that its Gemini AI platform is more important and successful than ChatGPT. So the result is a lot of statements that differ in implication but don’t actually say very much. There is a fourth option, proposed by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. This is that Gemini-powered Siri will run, as Apple has consistently said, on-device or on Apple servers, but that another, more radical version of the voice assistant, a chatbot codenamed Campos, will launch later and run on Google servers. That’s going to be a tough sell, assuming Gurman is correct (and he says only that the two companies are discussing the idea). But Apple will at least have some more time to make the case to its users.
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05:34 pm
The M5 MacBook Pro just dropped under $1,500 | Macworld
The M5 MacBook Pro just dropped under $1,500
Macworld New MacBooks are right around the corner, but if you don’t need the power or price of an M5 Max processor, the entry-level M5 is a fantastic option. And today it’s cheaper than ever: The M5 MacBook Pro is now available at B&H Photo for $1,499, a generous $300 discount and the best price we’ve ever seen. With this configuration featuring 24GB of memory and a 512GB SSD, it’s an incredible value for a machine that’s barely been on the market for a handful of months. The M5 MacBook Pro delivers jaw-dropping performance, as we wrote in our 4.5-star review. We gave it our Editors’ Choice award, praising its improved GPU and SSD performance, which make it a standout for professionals and creatives alike. This model has a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display with 120Hz Pro Motion, crisp visuals, vibrant colors, and absolutely amazing 1,000 nits of brightness in any lighting condition. A slew of ports await your accessories, including Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, USB-C, and an SD card reader. And of course, it’s got a fantastic backlit keyboard and gorgeous slim design. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to upgrade, this is your chance to snag Apple’s best laptop at a fantastic price. Don’t miss out—grab the M5 MacBook Pro for $1,499 before the sale ends. Buy now at B&H
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05:17 pm
Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ is my most wanted product that’s coming soon | 9 to 5 Mac
Apple’s new ‘HomePad’ is my most wanted product that’s coming soon
Apple has a brand new Home product—potentially called ‘HomePad’ or ‘HomePod Touch’—that’s reportedly launching this spring. And out of the many products Apple has coming in the next few months, HomePad is easily the one I want most. more…
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05:13 pm
What Apple’s subscription model tells us about its future | 9 to 5 Mac
What Apple’s subscription model tells us about its future
You might have noticed that over the last several years, more and more companies have shifted to a subscription model for their products and services, and Apple has slowly begun to follow suit. As Apple hardware continues to improve, customers are keeping their devices for longer. Meaning that Apple is earning less per customer on their hardware purchases. This has pushed Apple to add more products to its services. Today, Apple offers subscriptions like cloud storage, media, productivity tools, AppleCare, and now products like Creator Studio. This suggests the company is willing to expand subscriptions into areas that were traditionally one-time purchases, a trend that we need to keep a close eye on. The easiest way to see how far Apple has leaned into subscriptions is to simply lay out everything the company currently offers. more…
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05:10 pm
Today in Apple history: Original iPhone goes large with 16GB of storage | Cult of Mac
Today in Apple history: Original iPhone goes large with 16GB of storage
On February 5, 2008, Apple released a new version of the iPhone with a substantial storage boost. The 16GB iPhone persisted until 2016. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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05:01 pm
EU: Apple Ads and Apple Maps should not be designated under Digital Markets Act | Mac Daily News
EU: Apple Ads and Apple Maps should not be designated under Digital Markets Act
The European Commission announced on Thursday that Apple’s Maps and Ads services will not be designated as gatekeepers under… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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04:58 pm
iPhone in space: NASA gives approval for personal iPhones to Artemis astronauts | AppleInsider
iPhone in space: NASA gives approval for personal iPhones to Artemis astronauts
"Shot on iPhone" is about to get a lot cooler, as NASA is now allowing astronauts to carry their own smartphones aboard two upcoming spaceflights.NASA is allowing its astronauts to take iPhone to spaceIt looks like NASA is getting ready to ease up on some of its longstanding rules surrounding what can and cannot be taken on spaceflights — and the iPhone is set to be a part of it.NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has publicly announced that the Crew-12 and Artemis II astronauts can carry their own iPhones to document the journey how they want. The announcement surfaced on X just shy of 11:00 pm ET on February 4. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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04:46 pm
Why your Apple smart home might quit on February 10 (and how to stop it) | Cult of Mac
Why your Apple smart home might quit on February 10 (and how to stop it)
In an email this week, Apple warns users to update Home app to avoid hassles as support for the older version expires. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:41 pm
Deals: iPad mini $100 off, M5 iPad Pro $230 off, Powerbeats Pro 2, Apple Watch bands $15, more | 9 to 5 Mac
Deals: iPad mini $100 off, M5 iPad Pro $230 off, Powerbeats Pro 2, Apple Watch bands $15, more
Alongside the ongoing $100 price drops on all Apple Watch Series 11 models, today we are turning our attention to iPad. The most affordable iPad mini is $100 off in all four colors while we also spotted a chance to land the least pricey M5 iPad Pro you can buy at $230 off the list price. Those deals also join some notable accessory offers, including Apple Solo Bands from $15, a major discount on ZAGG’s Pro Keys 2 for M4/M5 iPad Pro at $65 (57% off), Powerbeats Pro 2 up to $114 off, and more. Scope it all out below. more…
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04:33 pm
Longest-lasting smartphone? Two iPhones lead the pack in battery life. | Cult of Mac
Longest-lasting smartphone? Two iPhones lead the pack in battery life.
When it comes to the best smartphone battery life, nothing beats these two iPhones. One you can guess but the other might surprise you. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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04:31 pm
Game development diary: Planning, admin, and account flipping | AppleInsider
Game development diary: Planning, admin, and account flipping
With the main parts of my game "Character Limit" in place, efforts turn to planning the last bits of development and testing, with administration becoming a more important element as release approaches.A build of my game 'Character Limit' running on an iPhoneI think it's fair to say that the vast bulk of the core of the game's development is behind me. Getting systems in place for everything from picking letters to scoring, the main interface, and even multilingual support, are the most important elements of the game to make.That's not to say that Character Limit is close to completion. Far from it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
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03:56 pm
iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features
The iOS 26.3 RC debuted yesterday, which means the first iOS 26.4 beta will be dropping soon too. Here is every rumored new feature that iOS 26.4 is expected to bring. more…
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03:56 pm
iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features
The iOS 26.3 RC debuted yesterday, which means the first iOS 26.4 beta will be dropping soon too. Here is every rumored new feature that iOS 26.4 is expected to bring. more…
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03:56 pm
iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features | 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 26.4 is coming: Here are the rumored new features
The iOS 26.3 RC debuted yesterday, which means the first iOS 26.4 beta will be dropping soon too. Here is every rumored new feature that iOS 26.4 is expected to bring. more…
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03:34 pm
Formula 1 CEO teases ‘F1’ sequel at Apple TV Press Day | Mac Daily News
Formula 1 CEO teases ‘F1’ sequel at Apple TV Press Day
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali teased the possibility of a sequel to "F1," responding to fan questions about… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.
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03:30 pm
How Apple might toughen up iPhone Fold display | Cult of Mac
How Apple might toughen up iPhone Fold display
Apple may try a tougher iPhone Fold display than the film Samsung currently offers on its folding smartphones. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:15 pm
Back up whole-home power with new Anker Solix hybrid system | Cult of Mac
Back up whole-home power with new Anker Solix hybrid system
The new Anker Solix E10 power system is the company's first whole-home power backup rig. It's hugely customizable and endlessly expandable. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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03:00 pm
Best Apple Deals: Save on MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch & more | Macworld
Best Apple Deals: Save on MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch & more
Macworld The Best Apple deals: Updated February 5, 2026 Pick up a great deal on the Apple kit you want. These are the best deals we’ve seen this week: Top 10 U.S. Apple deals AirPods Max: $100 off at Amazon 512GB iPhone 16 Pro (unlocked) $180 off at Apple Refurbished 13-inch M3 iPad Air (256GB): $110 off at Amazon 13-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB): $150 off Amazon Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm): $100 off at Amazon 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/24GB): $200 off at Amazon 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $200 off at Amazon 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): $200 off at Amazon 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM) $300 off at Amazon M4 iMac (10-core GPU, 256GB): $250 off at Apple Refurbished Top 10 U.K. Apple deals AirPods Pro 2: £59 less than AirPods Pro 3 at Amazon iPhone Air 256GB: £150 off at Amazon iPad mini (A17 Pro, 256GB): £138 off at Amazon Apple Watch Series 11, 46mm: £70 off at Amazon 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £100 off at KRCS 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): £380 off at Apple Refurbished 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £279 off at Amazon 15-inch MacBook Air, M4 (512GB/24GB RAM): £149 off at Amazon Mac mini M4 Pro: £210 off at Apple Refurbished M4 iMac (10-core GPU, 256GB): £300 off at Apple Refurbished Prices updated 5 February 2026 In this frequently updated hub, we track the best Apple deals right now by comparing the lowest prices on Macs, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch, AirPods, and other accessories using our specialised tools that monitor prices constantly. If you’re shopping for a gift or picking something up for yourself, you will find the best prices right now on Apple products at Amazon, Best Buy, and other retailers in the U.S. and U.K. You can trust our recommendations. At Macworld we have been covering Apple products for over 40 years, we have extensive experience reviewing every major Apple product generation, we use Apple devices daily, and we purchase them with their own money. As a result, we have firsthand knowledge of what are the best Apple products to buy and what price would be considered good value. We also consider if a discount on an older model is truly worthwhile compared to the features of a newer one. In this article, you’ll find the top discounts we’ve seen. Plus, for even more deals, we’ve linked to our dedicated deals round-ups for each product category. Use the table of contents above to jump to the best deals right now for the Apple product you want to buy. Does Apple have sales? Apple rarely discounts its own products–even during its annual Black Friday shopping event, which runs every year from Black Friday to Cyber Monday it elects to give out gift cards rather than actual price reductions. However third-party retailers such as Amazon and Best Buy have deals on Apple products all year long. So if you want a new Apple device right now, there are plenty of discounts worth grabbing. Apple does offer year-round discounts to students, including a Back To School event where further-education students can get free AirPods or an Apple Pencil when purchasing certain Apple products from Apple. Apple’s higher education deal runs for about three months. It starts in Australia, New Zealand and other southern hemisphere countries in January, and runs in the rest of the world in June/July. There’s also the Apple Refurbished Store where you can often grab a bargain. Best AirPods deals The AirPods Pro 3 are out, but you can often pick up a deal on the AirPods Pro 2Foundry Apple released the AirPods Pro 3 (review) in September 2025, with a slightly new design, foam-infused eartips, and a heart-rate sensor. We gave them a near-perfect score in our review, but also noted that it’s a relatively small upgrade over the AirPods Pro 2, which has the same H2 chip and many similar features. Our recommendation is to look out for deals on the AirPods Pro 2, which have a new ‘unofficial’ price of $199/£199 now that the AirPods Pro 3 are here. Just note that the AirPods Pro 3 aren’t much more than that at $249 /£219, so it’s worth looking for bigger price drops. We’ve seen the AirPods Pro 2 drop to $169/£169, and a low of $139 over Black Friday! Right now they are out of stock at Amazon, though. The AirPods 4 (review) have been out for more than a year, but are still a fantastic pair of earbuds with or without ANC (active noise cancellation). They lack some of the AirPods Pro features, but are a good option if you are on a budget. Amazon has had the AirPods 4 for $99 and the AirPods Max with $100 off! U.S. Amazon, AirPods Pro 3: $230 ($19 off, MSRP $249) Amazon, AirPods 4 with ANC: $139.99 ($39 off, MSRP $179) Amazon, AirPods 4: $99 ($30 off, MSRP $129) Amazon, AirPods Max: $449.99 ($100 off, MSRP $549) U.K. In the U.K. there’s a great deal on the already discounted AirPods Pro 2. Amazon, AirPods Pro 2: £160 (£39 off, RRP £199, note: AirPods Pro 3 are £219) See our guide to which AirPods to buy and our comparison of the AirPods and AirPods Pro. Best iPhone deals You can save money on an iPhone if you know where to shop.Foundry | Alex Walker-Todd First up, some bad news if you are in the U.S. Most iPhone deals in the U.S. are through carriers and require a trade-in or adding a new line. Carriers will likely have enticing deals with trade-ins, but be wary of long-term contracts and terms. However, you can get some savings on unlocked iPhones at Apple’s Refurbished store. You can now pick up a refurbished iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max there, as well as an 15 Pro or 15 Pro Max. We advise you to avoid the iPhone 16 because the iPhone 17 offers more storage at the equivalent price. Similarly, we advise avoiding the iPhone 15 because it doesn’t support Apple Intelligence features. Apple Refurbished, 512GB iPhone 16 Pro (unlocked) for $1,019 ($180 off) Apple Refurbished, 1TB iPhone 16 Pro (unlocked) for $1,269 ($230 off) Apple Refurbished, 512GB iPhone 15 Pro (unlocked) for $929 ($270 off) Apple Refurbished, 512GB iPhone 15 Pro Max (unlocked) for $1,019 ($280 off) In the U.K. there are less limitations on the sale of iPhones, so you will be able to pick one up unlocked at a discount if you would prefer to buy an iPhone up front to use with an existing contract. Apple only launched the iPhone 17 lineup in September, but during Black Friday we saw £100 off the iPhone Air, if you thought that was good, the price has now dropped to £849, which is £150 off! The iPhone 16e has £100 off at Amazon, as it did over Black Friday. You might see a discount on the iPhone 16, but we’d recommend buying the iPhone 17 instead as you get twice as much storage. Should you see a deal on the discontinued iPhone 16 Pro or Pro Max that is worth consideration if its a big saving compared to the newer model. There are deals on the iPhone 16e, but with the iPhone 17e rumored to launch soon, we recommend waiting. These are the best deals we’ve seen so far: Amazon, iPhone Air 256GB: £849 (£150 off, RRP £999) Amazon, iPhone 16e (128GB): £499 (£100 off, RRP £599) Apple Refurbished, 256GB iPhone 15 Pro (unlocked) for £759 (£260 off) See our iPhone buying advice and our Best iPhone chart, and check out our best iPhone deals roundup. Best iPad deals Get more for your money with an on-sale iPad.Dominik Tomaszewski/IDG Apple updated the iPad Air with an M3 chip (review) and the iPad Pro with an M5 chip (review) in 2025. They’re both excellent tablets, and any buying decision comes down to preference and budget—if you’re largely using your tablet for consumption (streaming, surfing, games), get an Air, but if you have real work to do on it, get the Pro. We’re seeing $150 off the Pro right now, so grab a bargain from the list below while you can. As we noted in our review of the iPad mini, it’s the best tablet for its size and a great option for anyone who values ultra portability over screen size. There’s $100 off at Amazon. The standard entry-level iPad A16 (review) is the cheapest iPad you can buy new, and there’s $100 off, but it lacks a lot of the features of the other iPads and we’re hearing rumors that a new iPad is coming, so it’s worth holding on for the new model to launch. U.S. Amazon, 11-inch M5 iPad Pro (512GB): $1,099 ($100 off, MSRP $1,199) Amazon, 13-inch M5 iPad Pro (256GB): $1,149.99 ($150 off, MSRP $1,299)* Amazon, 11-inch M3 iPad Air (256GB): $589 ($110 off, MSRP $699)* Amazon, 13-inch M3 iPad Air (256GB): $779 ($110 off, MSRP $899)* Amazon, iPad (A16, 512GB): $599 ($50 off, MSRP $649)* Amazon, iPad mini (A17 Pro, 256GB): $699 ($100 off, MSRP $799)* U.K. The discounts are smaller in the U.K. aside from a decent £138 off the iPad mini. KRCS, 11-inch M5 iPad Pro (128GB): £979 (£20 off, RRP £999) KRCS, 13-inch M5 iPad Pro (128GB): £1,273 (£26 off, RRP £1,299) Amazon, 11-inch iPad Air (M3, 256GB): £654 (£45 off, RRP £699)* Amazon, 13-inch iPad Air (M3, 128GB): £760 (£39 off, RRP £799)* Amazon, iPad (A16, 256GB): £399 (£30 off, RRP £429) Amazon, iPad mini (A17 Pro, 256GB): £461 (£138 off, RRP £599) See our buying guide for picking the best iPad for you and our dedicated round-up of the best iPad deals. Best Apple Watch deals Don’t pay full price for an Apple Watch. Jason Cross/IDG Apple launched the Apple Watch Series 11 (review) in September 2025, but there weren’t many new features beyond better battery life and 5G networking. The two new health features, hypertension alerts and Sleep Score, are also available on the Series 10, so if we see a deal on the older model we’ll flag it below. The true hit of the 2025 Apple Watch lineup is the Apple Watch SE 3 (review), which got the biggest update of all three models, gaining an always-on display, temperature sensor, a faster chip, on-device Siri, and fast charging. We highly recommend it even at full price. At the high end, the Ultra 3 (review) has a slightly larger screen, satellite connectivity, and longer battery life than previously, but if we see a good deal on the Ultra 2 we will highlight it as a good alternative. U.S. Amazon, Apple Watch Series 11 (42mm): $299 ($100 off, MSRP $399) Amazon, Apple Watch Series 11 (46mm): $329 ($100 off, MSRP $429) Amazon, Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm): $219 ($30 off, MSRP $249)* Amazon, Apple Watch SE 3 (44mm): $249 ($30 off, MSRP $279) Amazon, Apple Watch Ultra 3: $768 ($31 off, MSRP $799) U.K. At launch in the U.K., Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 prices were cut by £30 and £50, respectively, compared to their predecessors. Keep this in mind when shopping, because some stores might make savings appear to be larger than they actually are. When we checked there were no deals on the Apple Watch Series 11, but take a look at our dedicated round-up of the best Apple Watch deals in case that changes. Amazon, Apple Watch Series 11, 42mm: £299 (£70 off, RRP £369)* Amazon, Apple Watch Series 11, 46mm: £329 (£70 off, RRP £399)* Amazon, Apple Watch Ultra 3: £729 (£20 off, RRP £749)* KRCS, Apple Watch SE 3 (40mm): £215 (£4 off, RRP £219) See our comparison of every Apple Watch for help deciding which one to buy. Best MacBook deals Save money on a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air.Foundry Apple released the new M5 MacBook Pro in October 2025, but still sells M4 Pro and M4 Max models. The new M5 MacBook Pro (review) was mostly a chip refresh, but it was a good one. We’ve already seen decent savings. From time to time we see good savings on the older M4 MacBook Pro, so we’ll highlight those deals if and when we see them. We are expecting Apple to update the MacBook Pro M4 Pro and M4 Max with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips in February, and we are already seeing low stock on the current models. If you don’t want to wait for that update there are still some deals, but they may be discounted even more once the new models launch. The MacBook Air M4 (review) is also seeing discounts, but the M5 MacBook Air is expected soon, so you might prefer to wait for that. U.S. Amazon, 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB): $849 ($150 off, MSRP $999) Amazon, 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/24GB): $1,249 ($150 off, MSRP $1,399)* Amazon, 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB/16GB): $1,050 ($149 off, MSRP $1,199) Amazon, 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/16GB): $1,249 ($150 off, MSRP $1,399) Amazon, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): $1,600 ($199 off, MSRP $1,799)* Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $1,799 ($200 off, MSRP $1,999) Apple Refurbished, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): $2,039 ($360 off, RRP $2,399) Amazon, 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): $2,239 ($260 off, MSRP $2,499) 13-inch M4 MacBook Air (512GB/24GB): $150 off at Amazon 15-inch M4 MacBook Air (256GB/16GB): $150 off at Amazon 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): $199 off at Amazon 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): $360 off at Apple Refurbished U.K. Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (256GB/16GB RAM): £876 (£123 off, RRP £999)* Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (512GB/16GB RAM): £1,089 (£110 off, RRP £1,199) Amazon, 13-inch MacBook Air, M4 (512GB/24GB RAM): £1,220 (£179 off, RRP £1,399) Amazon, 15-inch MacBook Air, M4 (256GB/16GB RAM): £1,079 (£120 off, RRP £1,199)* Amazon, 15-inch MacBook Air, M4 (512GB/16GB RAM): £1,275 (£124 off, RRP £1,399) Amazon, 15-inch MacBook Air, M4 (512GB/24GB RAM): £1,450 (£149 off, RRP £1,599) KRCS, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (512GB/16GB RAM): £1,519.05 (£80 off, RRP £1,599) KRCS, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/16GB RAM): £1,709.05 (£90 off, RRP £1,799) KRCS, 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £1,899.10 (£100 off, RRP £1,999) Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): £1,849 (£150 off, RRP £1,999)* Amazon, 14-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (1TB/24GB RAM): £2,120 (£279 off, RRP £2,399)* Apple Refurbished, 16-inch M4 Pro MacBook Pro (512GB/24GB RAM): £2,119 (£380 off, RRP £2,499) For advice on which model to buy read MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro. See our dedicated round-ups of the best MacBook Pro deals and the best MacBook Air deals. Best Mac desktop deals Grab a deal on an iMac.Simon Jary / Foundry The Mac mini M4 (review) last received an update in October 2024, with the Mac desktop getting a dramatic redesign that shrunk the case down to just 5 inches. The Mac mini M4 Pro version is a great low-cost way to get a really powerful Mac, and when you can get a good deal it’s worth grabbing. We don’t know when the Mac mini will be getting M5 (and M5 Pro) chips, but that could happen before the middle of 2026. The iMac M4 (review) was also updated in October 2024 and at the time we said it might be the best iMac ever. What would make it even better is an M5 chip and a bigger screen, but we don’t know when that will happen. U.S. Amazon, M4 Mac mini (256GB): $549 ($60 off, MSRP $599) Amazon, M4 Mac mini (24GB RAM, 512GB): $904 ($95 off, MSRP $999)* Apple Refurbished, M4 Pro Mac mini (24GB RAM, 512GB): $1,189 ($210 off, MSRP $1,399)* Amazon, M4 Pro Mac mini (24GB RAM, 512GB): $1,301 ($98 off, MSRP $1,399)* Apple Refurbished, M4 iMac (10-core GPU, 256GB): $1,249 ($250 off, MSRP $1,499) Amazon, M4 iMac (10-core GPU, 512GB): $1,552 ($147 off, MSRP $1,699)* U.K. Apple Refurbished, M4 Mac mini, 256GB/16GB RAM, £509 (£90 off, RRP £599) Amazon, M4 Mac mini, 512GB/16GB RAM, £729 (£70 off, RRP £799)* Amazon, M4 Mac mini, 512GB/24GB RAM, £949 (£50 off, RRP £999)* Amazon, M4 Pro Mac mini, 512GB/24GB RAM, £1,279 (£120 off, RRP £1,399) Apple Refurbished, Mac mini M4 Pro, £1,189 (£210 off, RRP £1,399) KRCS, M4 iMac (8-core GPU, 256GB), £1,234 (£65 off, RRP £1,299) Apple Refurbished, M4 iMac (10-core GPU, 256GB): £1,099 (£300 off, MSRP £1,399) For help choosing the best Mac for you read our Mac buying advice, and for more Mac deals check out our round-up of the best Mac Studio deals and the best Mac mini deals, plus our dedicated round-up of the best iMac deals. Apple accessories deals Mahmoud Itani / Foundry There are lots more Apple products you can buy to go with your new Mac, iPhone, or iPad. Whether it’s a mouse and keyboard for your Mac, an Apple Pencil or keyboard cover to go with your iPad, charging cables and adapters, we are keeping track of everything so you can grab a discount. In particular we are on the look out for deals on AirTags, especially now the new AirTag 2nd-gen (review) is here, price cuts on Apple Pencils and Apple keyboard and mice discounts. U.S. Amazon, Apple Pencil Pro: $95 ($34 off, MSRP $129) Amazon, Apple Pencil USB-C: $69 ($10 off, MSRP $79) Amazon, AirTag 1st-gen (4-pack): $70 ($29 off, was $99) Amazon, AirTag 1st-gen (single): $20 ($9 off, was $29) U.K. Amazon, AirTag (4-pack): £70 (£29 off, was £99) Amazon, AirTag (single): £26 (£10 off, was £29) Amazon, Apple Pencil Pro: £99 (£20 off, RRP £129) Amazon, Apple Pencil USB-C: £59 (£20 off, RRP £79) Amazon, Magic Keyboard: £84 (£15 off, RRP £99) Amazon, Magic Keyboard with Touch ID: £130 (£19 off, RRP £149) Amazon, Magic Keyboard with Touch ID & Numeric Pad: £170 (£9 off, RRP £179) FAQ 1. When are the best Apple deals? Apple deals are generally best during major retail events like Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day, or specifically for students during Apple’s annual “Back to School” promotion . While Apple itself rarely offers direct price cuts on new hardware, third-party resellers frequently discount products throughout the year. The optimal time to buy depends heavily on the product’s release cycle and the specific retailer, though: iPhones: The best time to buy is often in the spring or summer, several months after the September launch, when third-party resellers begin offering deeper discounts . Conversely, the worst time is August, just before new models arrive and trigger price drops on older generations. Macs and iPads: These see significant discounts during Black Friday (late November) and Amazon Prime Day (typically July and October). For students, the Back to School event (running June–September in the U.S. and July–October in the U.K.) is ideal, as Apple often bundles free accessories like AirPods or Apple Pencils with purchases. Apple Watch: Major savings are typically found during Black Friday and Prime Day events. 2. Are Apple refurbished deals worth it? Apple refurbished deals are widely considered worth it, particularly when purchasing directly from the official Apple Refurbished Store, where products are restored to a “like-new” condition. While third-party resellers often provide steeper discounts, Apple’s own process is uniquely rigorous, offering a balance of significant savings and the same protections as a brand-new purchase. Buying directly from Apple is often described as “almost indistinguishable” from buying new. According to our guide How much can you save at Apple’s Refurbished Store?, the company puts every device through a “stringent refurbishment process” that includes full functional testing, thorough cleaning, and inspection. Key benefits of the official Apple Refurbished Store include: Hardware Replacements: Refurbished iPads and iPhones receive a brand-new battery and outer shell . Warranty and Support: All products come with a standard one-year limited warranty, 90 days of technical support, and are eligible for AppleCare . Full Accessories: Devices are repackaged in a plain white box with all original manuals and cables . Savings: You can typically save around 15% off the retail price for recent models, with much higher discounts on older generations . 3. Is it better to buy Apple products from Amazon or Apple? Deciding whether to buy Apple products from Amazon or directly from Apple depends on whether you prioritize immediate cost savings or the specific perks and guarantees offered by the manufacturer. While Amazon often provides deeper discounts, Apple offers unique benefits like trade-in credits, education pricing, and the assurance of receiving the latest models. 4. Does Apple ever discount products directly? Apple rarely provides direct price reductions on its new products, preferring to maintain steady MSRP pricing throughout a product’s lifecycle. Instead of traditional discounts, the company typically utilizes alternative methods to provide value directly to consumers, such as gift card incentives during major shopping events, education pricing, and a dedicated refurbished store. While you will not often see a lower price tag on a new iPhone or Mac at the Apple Store, the company does offer several ways to save: Apple Shopping Events: During events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Apple typically offers gift cards rather than price cuts. For example, in the 2025 holiday season, Apple provided gift cards ranging from $25 to $250 for eligible purchases. Education Store: Students, teachers, and higher education staff can access year-round discounts on Macs and iPads . During the annual “Back to School” event, Apple often includes a “freebie” like AirPods or an Apple Pencil with qualifying purchases. Apple Refurbished Store: This is the primary way to get a direct price reduction from Apple. Products are fully reconditioned, come with a one-year warranty, and can be discounted by hundreds of dollars or pounds. Trade-In Program: Apple allows customers to trade in old devices to receive credit toward a new purchase, effectively lowering the out-of-pocket cost.
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Big screen, no cable: Belkin’s wireless HDMI adapter cuts the cord [Review] ★★★★☆ | Cult of Mac
Big screen, no cable: Belkin’s wireless HDMI adapter cuts the cord [Review] ★★★★☆
The Belkin ConnectAir Wireless HDMI Display Adapter promises for easy streaming without messy cables. Wireless connectivity made simple. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)
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iPhone Lockdown Mode is so good even the FBI can’t crack it | Macworld
iPhone Lockdown Mode is so good even the FBI can’t crack it
Macworld FBI tech specialists have been unable to gain access to a journalist’s iPhone because it was in Lockdown Mode, court filings reveal. As part of an investigation into the suspected leaking of classified data by a Pentagon contractor, the FBI last month raided the home of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson and confiscated a wide range of devices, including an iPhone 13 and two MacBook Pros. They were able to access one of the MacBooks by pressing Natanson’s fingertip on the Touch ID sensor (which was permitted under the terms of the search warrant), but they had no such luck with the iPhone. “The iPhone was found powered on and charging, and its display noted that the phone was in ‘Lockdown’ mode,” representatives of the FBI report in a filing (via 404 Media) which opposes the return of the devices. “Because the iPhone was in Lockdown mode, [the Computer Analysis Response Team] could not extract that device.” As 404 observes, the filing was made roughly two weeks after the raid, which implies that FBI specialists were unable to break through Lockdown Mode for that length of time. This gives us a rare glimpse into the feature’s effectiveness. Lockdown Mode is a niche and rarely discussed iPhone security feature, an ultra-high-privacy setting, which was added in the iOS 16 software update back in 2022. It’s intended for iPhone owners working in specialised fields, such as journalism and political activism, where they could be targeted by state-sponsored spyware. The mode disables many features and impacts performance, but makes your device much more difficult to target. While its principal aim is to thwart mercenary spyware attacks, Lockdown Mode can also prevent data from being extracted thanks to a change in the way the locked-down device interacts with external accessories: namely, that the iPhone has to be unlocked for an accessory to be connected. As 404 points out, many digital forensics tools used by law enforcement depend on making a physical connection in a way that Lockdown Mode prevents. It’s debatable how Apple will feel about making headlines in this way. On the one hand, the situation serves as a reminder that iPhones have excellent security features, and that Apple is so committed to device privacy that it has made enemies in law enforcement. There are echoes of the San Bernardino case in 2015/2016, when Apple refused to write a custom iPhone OS to help the FBI access a mass shooter’s communications. But on the other hand, Apple approaches the political establishment in a slightly more conciliatory way these days. How would Tim Cook react if the president posted messages to Truth Social complaining about Lockdown Mode and demanding it be removed in future versions of iOS? It’s hard to say, but I imagine he’d like to avoid that conversation.
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Wednesday January 28
12:22 pm
Apple Stops Signing Newly Released iOS Updates for Older iPhones | MacRumors
Apple Stops Signing Newly Released iOS Updates for Older iPhones
Apple has stopped signing several iOS updates released earlier this week, preventing users from installing them even if they still appear in Software Update. The affected versions include iOS 12, iOS 15, iOS 16, and iOS 18. On Monday, Apple released iOS 18.7.4, iOS 16.7.13, iOS 15.8.6, and iOS 12.5.8 for older iPhone models, along with iPadOS 15.8.6, iPadOS 16.7.3, and iPadOS 18.7.4 for iPad models. The updates were intended to keep core system services functioning on devices that no longer receive major iOS releases, as well as fix an issue preventing some devices from being able to make emergency calls. Affected iPhone models include the following: iPhone SE (1st generation) iPhone SE (2nd generation) iPhone 5s iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus iPhone X iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max iPhone XR iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max The following iPad models are also affected: iPad mini 2 iPad mini 3 iPad Air iPad Air 2 iPad mini 4 iPad Pro (9.7-inch) iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (1st generation) iPad (5th generation) iPad (7th generation) iPad (8th generation) None of the updates address security vulnerabilities or introduce new features. According to Apple's release notes for the iOS 12 and iOS 15 updates, the main purpose is to replace an expiring security certificate. Without that replacement, services such as iMessage, FaceTime, and Apple ID sign-in would stop working after January 2027, when the original certificate expires. Apple has not explained why it stopped signing the updates. In the past, however, the company has prevented installations of newly released iOS versions after discovering bugs or other issues, typically re-enabling updates once revised builds become available. We'll update this article when we learn more.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:01 am
iPhone 18 Pro Could Feature Teleconverter Alongside Variable Aperture | MacRumors
iPhone 18 Pro Could Feature Teleconverter Alongside Variable Aperture
Apple's rumored new variable aperture camera system for this year's iPhone 18 Pro models has reached the sampling stage, according to a new claim from a Chinese leaker. Posting on Weibo today, the account known as "Smart Pikachu" said the feature had entered late-stage engineering samples, while a teleconverter is also "under evaluation" for the device. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026. A variable aperture would give users manual control over how much light reaches the sensor, potentially reducing overexposure and offering new depth of field options beyond computational photography. Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said in December 2024 that the main rear camera on both iPhone 18 Pro models will offer variable aperture, which would be a first for the iPhone. A more recent report from October 2025 said Apple was moving ahead with plans to bring the technology to next-generation iPhones and was discussing components with suppliers. Today's teleconverter claim, meanwhile, is a new one. In typical DSLR cameras, teleconverters are optical elements that increase effective focal length, improving zoom reach at the cost of light intake. In this context, a teleconverter could improve mid-to-long range zoom quality while reducing the camera's reliance on digital cropping – and a variable aperture could help offset the light loss by opening wider when engaged. Apple's overall iPhone 18 Pro design will already be locked in at this stage in the development cycle. What Apple tends to continue doing at this point is evaluate specific features like camera modules. Apple may well be running parallel tests without committing any one feature to mass production, so there's still leeway for things to change. In this case, Apple is likely using the late-stage engineering samples to check the optical performance and reliability, as well as to gauge how easy the camera system is to mass produce, so it could always still drop the feature if it fails to meet Apple's quality standards. Variable aperture was in fact rumored for at least one iPhone 17 model, but it failed to materialize. Smart Pikachu is known for providing accurate details about Android products in advance of launch, but in terms of Apple rumors, they are a relative newcomer on the Chinese supply chain rumor scene, so these claims warrant caution. The leaker recently claimed that the upcoming iPhone 17e will feature a Dynamic Island and a downclocked A19 chip.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Smart PikachuRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:01 am
Apple CEO Tim Cook Responds After ICE Shootings in Minneapolis | MacRumors
Apple CEO Tim Cook Responds After ICE Shootings in Minneapolis
Apple CEO Tim Cook has responded to events in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after two people were shot and killed by U.S. federal immigration agents this month. In an internal memo to Apple employees, obtained by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Cook said he is "heartbroken by the events in Minneapolis." "This is a time for deescalation," added Cook. "I believe America is strongest when we live up to our highest ideals, when we treat everyone with dignity and respect no matter who they are or where they're from, and when we embrace our shared humanity. This is something Apple has always advocated for." Cook said he had a "good conversation" with U.S. President Donald Trump this week, in which he shared his views, but he did not elaborate. Here is Cook's full memo to Apple employees, per Bloomberg:Team, I’m heartbroken by the events in Minneapolis, and my prayers and deepest sympathies are with the families, with the communities, and with everyone that’s been affected. This is a time for deescalation. I believe America is strongest when we live up to our highest ideals, when we treat everyone with dignity and respect no matter who they are or where they’re from, and when we embrace our shared humanity. This is something Apple has always advocated for. I had a good conversation with the president this week where I shared my views, and I appreciate his openness to engaging on issues that matter to us all. I know this is very emotional and challenging for so many. I am proud of how deeply our teams care about the world beyond our walls. That empathy is one of Apple’s greatest strengths and it is something I believe we all cherish. Thank you for all that you do. TimCook was not specific, but he appears to be responding to the killing of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Pretti was fatally shot by U.S. federal immigration agents following an encounter in Minneapolis on Saturday. The incident has stoked public outcry in the country. 37-year-old poet Renée Good was also shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis on January 7. Cook was criticized by some for attending a private screening of the upcoming documentary film "Melania" at the White House on Saturday, just hours after Pretti was killed. Critics said that it was poor timing for Cook to attend the VIP gathering, given the events that had transpired in Minneapolis earlier in the day. Cook has maintained a working relationship with President Trump, and last year he gave him a gift containing a 24-karat pure gold bar.Tag: Tim CookThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Tuesday January 27
09:50 pm
One of Apple TV's Most Popular Shows Gets Renewal | MacRumors
One of Apple TV's Most Popular Shows Gets Renewal
Apple today announced that it has renewed "Shrinking" for a fourth season, just ahead of the beloved comedy-drama series returning for a third season tonight. "Shrinking" follows a grieving therapist (Jason Segel) who starts to be unconventionally candid with his clients. Harrison Ford plays Segel's mentor, Dr. Paul Rhoades, and other cast members include Christa Miller and Jessica Williams. Guest stars in the third season will include Cobie Smulders, Michael J. Fox, Jeff Daniels, Brett Goldstein, and others, according to Apple. The first episode of "Shrinking" season three will be out tonight, and one new episode will follow every Tuesday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time through April 7. The fourth season does not have a release date yet. "Shrinking" is one of the most popular shows on the Apple TV streaming service, and it has received multiple Emmy Award nominations.Tag: Apple TV ShowsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:53 pm
Apple Expands Apple Watch Hypertension Notifications to Six More Countries | MacRumors
Apple Expands Apple Watch Hypertension Notifications to Six More Countries
Apple today said that hypertension notifications are now available for Apple Watch and iPhone users in Australia, Malaysia, Colombia, Indonesia, South Korea, Brazil, and Turkey. Introduced last September, the hypertension detection feature uses the health sensors on the Apple Watch and custom-designed algorithms to determine if a user seems to be regularly experiencing high blood pressure. If hypertension is detected over a 30-day period, the Apple Watch is able to send an alert suggesting that the user opt in to more frequent blood pressure monitoring with the guidance of a doctor. According to Apple, hypertension is the leading modifiable risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease, impacting 1.4 billion adults globally. Hypertension does not have visible symptoms in most cases, so it can go undiagnosed. Apple Watch owners in the countries where Apple has added support can set up hypertension alerts in the Health app. Hypertension alerts are available with the Apple Watch Series 9 and later and the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:36 pm
Apple to Keep iPhone 18 Starting Price Steady Despite Rising Memory Costs | MacRumors
Apple to Keep iPhone 18 Starting Price Steady Despite Rising Memory Costs
DRAM shortages are set to impact smartphone manufacturers like Apple in 2026, but the company is going to try to keep iPhone 18 prices steady despite having to pay more for components, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Kuo says that Apple negotiates memory prices with suppliers on a quarterly basis, so price increases are expected in the second quarter of 2026. The upcoming price hike will be similar to the first quarter increase that has already seen Apple paying more for memory. Estimates suggest that prices are up 10 to 25 percent compared to last year. The higher memory cost will impact the iPhone's gross margins, but Apple is in a position to establish deals to get a steady supply, and it is able to absorb some of the increased cost. From Kuo: For most non-AI brands, even if you're willing to pay up, there's no guarantee you'll get the supply. The fact that Apple can lock in a deal like this shows just how much leverage they have. Higher memory costs will hit iPhone gross margins. But Apple's playbook is clear: use the market chaos to their advantage--secure the chips, absorb the costs, and grab more market share. They'll make it back later on the services side. Apple may need to address memory price increases during the January 30 earnings call covering the first fiscal quarter of 2026 (October to December 2025). Kuo expects that Apple will avoid raising prices "as much as possible," and that at least the starting price of the ‌iPhone 18‌ models will be flat. Apple has previously absorbed component costs, and was able to keep iPhone 17 pricing relatively steady. The base ‌iPhone 17‌ model did not go up in price and still starts at $799, though Apple did start charging $100 more for the iPhone 17 Pro because of the new 256GB minimum storage. Components other than memory could also be in short supply in the coming months, leading to further supply chain issues that could force price increases. LPDDR and NAND are currently facing shortages and higher prices because of demand from the AI industry. Chip manufacturers are prioritizing advanced memory for AI servers over the memory used in smartphones, and there has been speculation that the memory price increase will cause smartphone costs to rise across multiple brands.Related Roundup: iPhone 18Tag: Ming-Chi KuoRelated Forum: iPhoneThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:03 pm
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Public Beta Testers | MacRumors
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Public Beta Testers
Apple today seeded the third betas of upcoming iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and watchOS 26.3 updates to public beta testers, with the updates coming a day after Apple provided the third beta to developers. Anyone can download and install public betas, and all that's required is to sign up on Apple's beta site. Once you've opted in, the software can be downloaded through the Software Update section in the Settings app on each device. The latest iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, and watchOS 26.3 updates add support for the new second-generation AirTag, including Precision Finding on Apple Watch. iOS 26.3 also adds a new tool for transitioning from an iPhone to an Android device. Transfers can be initiated during the device setup process, and moving data from one device to another can now be done without having to download a specific app. The update includes changes to third-party wearables in the European Union, with more information available in our iOS 26.3 beta 2 feature list following yesterday's release to developers. Apple is expected to release iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to the public at the end of January.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:02 pm
Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.3 Public Beta | MacRumors
Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.3 Public Beta
Apple today provided public beta testers with the third release of an upcoming macOS Tahoe 26.3 update for testing purposes. The public beta comes a day after Apple provided the third beta to developers. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section in the System Settings app. We don't know about any new features in ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.3 as of yet, but Apple might introduce new capabilities in later beta releases. The beta is limited to developers and public beta testers at the current time, but we are expecting Apple to release the update at the end of January. Related Roundup: macOS TahoeRelated Forum: macOS TahoeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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06:00 pm
Google Brings Cheaper $7.99 'AI Plus' Plan to 35 Countries, Including U.S. | MacRumors
Google Brings Cheaper $7.99 'AI Plus' Plan to 35 Countries, Including U.S.
Google today announced that it is expanding its more affordable Google AI Plus subscription plan to 35 countries and territories, including the United States. In the U.S., Google AI Plus is priced at $7.99, giving Google Gemini users a more affordable option for accessing upgraded AI services. Prior to now, Google AI Pro was the most affordable AI subscription plan at $19.99 per month. Google AI Plus includes Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro in the Gemini app, as well as AI filmmaking tools in Flow, and access to research and writing assistance in NotebookLM. It also includes 200GB of storage, with benefits able to be shared with up to five other family members. For a limited time, Google is offering new AI Plus subscribers a 50 percent discount for the first two months of the subscription, dropping the price to $3.99. Customers will pay $3.99 for access for two months, before being charged the full $7.99 per month price. Google One Premium 2TB customers who pay $9.99 per month will automatically get access to the benefits of Google AI Plus in the coming days. Google AI Plus includes 200 monthly AI credits for video generation, which is 100 more credits than the free Google AI option. The free tier has limited access to Gemini 3 Pro, but subscribers will be able to use 3 Pro with fewer limitations, while also accessing Deep Research. The plan also offers limited access to Veo 3.1 Fast and Gemini in Chrome. The more expensive $19.99 per month Google AI Pro plan has even more benefits than the $7.99 plan. It offers a higher number of AI credits, more access to Flow and Whisk, Gemini 3 Pro in Google Search, higher daily limits for Gemini Code assist, Gemini in Google apps like Gmail and Docs, access to Google Home Premium, and 2TB storage. More information is available on Google's website.Tags: Gemini, GoogleThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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04:49 pm
Apple's iPad Turns 16 Today | MacRumors
Apple's iPad Turns 16 Today
Apple CEO Steve Jobs unveiled the original iPad 16 years ago today, marking over one and a half decades of the company's "revolutionary" tablet. Jobs unveiled the first-generation ‌iPad‌ at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco on January 27, 2010. Designed to fill the gap between smartphones and laptops, the original ‌iPad‌ featured a 9.7-inch LED-backlit multitouch display, Apple's first custom designed chip, a 30-pin dock connector, and up to 64GB storage. With a starting price of $499, it offered users a new way to browse the web, read eBooks, watch videos, and interact with Apple's growing app ecosystem. Jobs described it as "a magical and revolutionary device." iPad is our most advanced technology in a magical and revolutionary device at an unbelievable price. iPad creates and defines an entirely new category of devices that will connect users with their apps and content in a much more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. The ‌iPad‌ used a version of iOS tailored for its larger display, bringing a big-screen experience to familiar mobile apps like Safari, Mail, and Photos. It introduced the iBooks app and iBookstore as part of an effort to compete in the e-reading space dominated by Amazon's Kindle. Its design was characterized by thick black bezels, a physical home button, and a convex aluminum back. It weighed 1.5 pounds and offered 10 hours of battery life. The initial reception to the ‌iPad‌ was mixed. While many praised its lightweight computing and media consumption experience, others questioned its necessity and potential to replace laptops. Nevertheless, the ‌iPad‌ sold over 300,000 units on its launch day in April 2010 and one million within its first month. It catalyzed the creation of a new product category, sparking competition from rivals such as Samsung, Microsoft, and Amazon. By the end of 2010, Apple had sold over 15 million iPads, generating $9.5 billion in revenue and solidifying the device as a key pillar of the company's product lineup. The ‌iPad‌ has since become a tentpole device for Apple, expanding into product lines including the iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPad Pro and accessories such as the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard. Subsequent models introduced cameras, multitasking, different display size options, USB-C connectivity, and more. See Apple's original press release from 2010 for more information.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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iPhone Fold Rumored Display Size Has Samsung Preparing a Direct Rival | MacRumors
iPhone Fold Rumored Display Size Has Samsung Preparing a Direct Rival
Samsung aims to produce around 1 million units of its upcoming "Wide Fold" device, in an attempt to directly rival Apple's rumored foldable iPhone expected later this year. Samsung Wide Fold mockup (Image credit: UniverseIce) According to Korea's ETNews, the Wide Fold will see Samsung's largest initial production run for a special model in the past three years. The device is said to feature a 7.6-inch foldable OLED display with a 4:3 aspect ratio when unfolded, and a 5.4-inch cover screen. Apple is expected to introduce a foldable iPhone this fall with a similar 4:3 inner display ratio. When folded, users will interact with a 5.3-inch outer display that is shorter and wider than a typical iPhone screen, while unfolding it will reveal a larger 7.7-inch iPad-style screen, according to The Information. Industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo expects Apple to sell somewhere between 8 and 10 million units by the end of the year, assuming it launches in 2026 and isn't pushed back into early next year. Either way, it appears that by matching the device's aspect ratio, Samsung is wasting no time going after Apple in a space that the Korean tech giant has so far dominated. A source quoted in the report says the Wide Fold "is not considered dramatically harder to build than [the] TriFold," and Samsung may increase output depending on the market response. The upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold is expected to have only a limited run of around 200,000 units, compared to the Wide Fold's projected 1 million units. Samsung is expected to launch the TriFold device on January 30, starting at $2,899. Samsung Wide Fold mockup (Image credit: UniverseIce) ETNews reports that the Wide Fold will debut alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 at Samsung's Q3 Unpacked event in July. If so, that's a change from previous years, when Samsung staggered its special models to avoid cannibalizing sales from its main lineup. iPhone Fold: Launch, Pricing, and What to Expect From Apple's Foldable Samsung's overall foldable shipments reportedly exceeded 6 million last year, and the company expects that figure to climb with the Wide Fold joining its portfolio. Apple is expected to unveil its first foldable alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models in September.Tags: Foldable iPhone, SamsungThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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AirTag 2 Launching Later in These Countries | MacRumors
AirTag 2 Launching Later in These Countries
The second-generation AirTag is available to order now in the U.S. and dozens of other countries, but it is launching later in some other countries. According to Apple's website, the new AirTag will be launching at a later date in these countries: Brazil Indonesia Malaysia The Philippines Singapore South Korea Taiwan Thailand VietnamIn South Korea, Apple will begin accepting orders for the new AirTag on January 28 (local time), so orders should begin imminently in that country. In many of the other countries listed above, however, Apple simply says the new AirTag is coming soon. The new AirTag features longer range for both Bluetooth and Precision Finding item tracking, a louder speaker, and some other minor changes.Tag: AirTagThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Nomad's Overstock Sale Takes Up to 49% Off iPhone 17 Cases, MagSafe Stands, and More | MacRumors
Nomad's Overstock Sale Takes Up to 49% Off iPhone 17 Cases, MagSafe Stands, and More
On the heels of the launch of its newest Stratos Band for Apple Watch with an icy blue glow color, Nomad this week has an overstock sale going on with major discounts across a few different product categories. This includes iPhone 17 cases, MagSafe-compatible charging stations, iPad folios, and much more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Nomad. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. All discounts in this sale have been automatically applied and do not require any coupon codes, and Nomad offers free shipping on orders that exceed $50 in value. You'll find a collection of iPhone 17 cases in this sale, including Nomad's Modern Case for $39 ($10 off), Modern Leather Case for $44 ($11 off), and Rugged Leather Case for $60 ($15 off). UP TO 49% OFFNomad Overstock Sale iPhone 17 Cases Modern Case - $39, down from $49 Modern Leather Case - $44, down from $55 Rugged Leather Case - $60, down from $75 Modern Leather Folio - $60, down from $75 Charging Stand One - $83, down from $119 Base One Max - $111, down from $159 iPad Cases Leather Folio for iPad Air - $63, down from $125 Apple Watch Bands Sport Slim Band - $39, down from $55 Rugged Case - $60, down from $119 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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iOS 26 Adoption Hits 50%, But Some Users Are Still Reluctant to Update | MacRumors
iOS 26 Adoption Hits 50%, But Some Users Are Still Reluctant to Update
iOS 26 adoption now hovers at around 50%, according to StatCounter, but some users are still cautious about updating. New data published by SellCell provides a look at how users have responded to the push to update to ‌iOS 26‌. The findings are based on a January 2026 survey of 2,000 U.S.-based adult iPhone users and focus on adoption status, update behavior, and perceived risks associated with installing ‌iOS 26‌. 78% of SellCell's respondents say they have updated their ‌iPhone‌ to ‌iOS 26‌, while 22% report that they are still running an earlier version of iOS. There have been other reports of low adoption for ‌iOS 26‌, so 78% would be unusually high and may indicate a disproportionate number of tech enthusiasts among respondents. Realistically, the actual number likely lies somewhere in between at around 50%, as StatCounter shows. SellCell stresses that the data reflects self-reported behavior rather than device-verified installation rates. Nevertheless, the survey highlights key reasons as to why some users have still not upgraded. 24.2% of respondents said they were concerned that ‌iOS 26‌ could negatively affect battery life, while 23.8% worried about overall performance. 17.5% of respondents said they disliked the design changes debuted with Liquid Glass, or found it harder to read, while an additional 8.6% said they were frustrated that new visual elements could not be fully turned off. 15% of respondents said they worried it would be difficult or impossible to revert to an earlier version of iOS once ‌iOS 26‌ was installed, while 11.4% cited reports of bugs or features breaking as a reason for hesitation. SellCell's data also suggests that adoption does not necessarily reflect confidence. When asked about their general response to iOS update prompts, only 38.8% of respondents said they typically update immediately when prompted. The remaining 61.2% reported some form of delay or deferral, including waiting to see whether other users report problems, assuming updates occur automatically, dismissing reminders, or postponing updates for weeks or months. A smaller share said they only update once an app stops working on their current version of iOS. In addition, the survey found that hesitation around ‌iOS 26‌ is widespread even among users who have already installed the update. Across the full sample of 2,000 respondents, 72% selected at least one concern that made them hesitant about upgrading, while only 28% said that nothing they had seen put them off installing ‌iOS 26‌. It is also notable that, of the 443 respondents who said they were still on an older version, 28% said they were unaware that ‌iOS 26‌ was available, 23.7% said they assumed updates would install automatically, and 23.3% said they simply had not gotten around to updating. Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Tag: SellCellRelated Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Precision Finding on Apple Watch Doesn't Work With the Original AirTag | MacRumors
Precision Finding on Apple Watch Doesn't Work With the Original AirTag
A new Apple support document and our own testing has confirmed that Precision Finding on the Apple Watch Series 9 and later and Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later works with the AirTag 2, but the original AirTag is not supported. Precision Finding can lead you to the exact location of an item with an AirTag attached to it, by showing you a directional arrow and your distance away from the item on a compatible iPhone, and now on a compatible Apple Watch too. Precision Finding already existed on the above Apple Watch models for finding an iPhone 15 or newer, but there was no Precision Finding on the Apple Watch for finding an AirTag until now. As we confirmed, however, Precision Finding on the Apple Watch still does not work with the first-generation AirTag released in 2021. To use Precision Finding to find a second-generation AirTag with a compatible Apple Watch, the watch must be running watchOS 26.2.1 or later. How to set up the feature, according to Apple: On your Apple Watch, go to Control Center. Scroll to the bottom and tap Edit. Tap the Add button. Scroll down to Find Items. Tap Find Items, then tap Find AirTag. Tap Choose, then choose an item. Tap the Done button, then tap Done.How to use the feature, according to Apple:On your Apple Watch, go to Control Center. Scroll down and tap the Find AirTag button. Follow the on-screen instructions and move around your space until your Apple Watch connects to your AirTag. Follow the distance and direction information on your Apple Watch. When you are close to your AirTag, the watch screen turns green.If you have an original AirTag, you can still find it with Precision Finding on an iPhone 11 or newer. With the AirTag 2, Precision Finding works at distances up to 1.5× farther away from an item compared to the original AirTag, but this longer range requires an iPhone 15 or newer, Apple Watch Series 9 or newer, or Apple Watch Ultra 2 or newer. To learn more about the new AirTag, read our coverage of Apple's announcement.Tag: AirTagThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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AirPod Pro 3 Return to $199 Record Low Price on Amazon, Plus AirPods 4 ANC at $119 | MacRumors
AirPod Pro 3 Return to $199 Record Low Price on Amazon, Plus AirPods 4 ANC at $119
Amazon today has a match of the record low price on the AirPods Pro 3, available for $199.00, down from $249.00. This is only the second time in 2026 that we've tracked the AirPods Pro 3 at this low price on Amazon, which matches the best deal we saw over the holiday season. 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 model of the AirPods Pro launched in September 2025 and has 2x better Active Noise Cancellation than the previous generation, better audio quality, a revised fit that's meant to improve comfort and stability, Live Translation for in-person conversations, and heart rate sensing for workouts. $50 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $199.00 Additionally, Amazon has the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancelation for $119.00, down from $179.00. This is a solid second-best price on the AirPods 4 with ANC, and both models have an estimated February 1 delivery date for free delivery options. $60 OFFAirPods 4 (ANC) for $119.00 Keep up with all of this week's best discounts on Apple products and related accessories in our dedicated Apple Deals roundup. 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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12:59 pm
Claude AI Now Lets You Use Slack, Figma, and Canva Within the Chat | MacRumors
Claude AI Now Lets You Use Slack, Figma, and Canva Within the Chat
Anthropic has announced new interactive tools in Claude that let users open and interact with other services and apps directly within the AI chat interface via the web and Mac app. The update offers real-time collaboration with third-party apps like Asana, Slack, Figma, Canva, and more without requiring users to switch between tabs or apps. The feature is powered by MCP Apps, a new extension to the Model Context Protocol that lets any MCP server deliver an interactive interface within supporting AI products. Anthropic open-sourced MCP last year as a universal standard for connecting tools to AI applications. Per Anthropic's announcement, here's what you can now do directly in Claude: Amplitude – Build analytics charts, then explore trends and adjust parameters interactively to uncover hidden insights. Asana – Turn chats into projects, tasks, and timelines your team can see and execute in Asana. Box – Search for files, preview documents inline, then extract insights and ask questions about your content. Canva – Create presentation outlines, then customize branding and design in real-time to produce client-ready decks. Clay – Research companies, find contacts with email and phone info, pull data like company size and funding, then draft personalized outreach directly in your conversation. Figma – Prompt to turn text and images into flow charts, Gantt charts, or other visual diagrams in FigJam. Hex – Ask data questions and get answers complete with interactive charts, tables, and citations. monday.com – Manage your work, run projects, update boards, smartly assign tasks, and visualize progress with insights. Slack (from Salesforce) – Search and retrieve Slack conversations for context, generate message drafts, format them your way, and review before you post. Interactive tools are available on web and desktop for Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans, with support said to be coming to Claude Cowork down the line. The integrations are similar to ChatGPT's Apps system, introduced last October, which allows users to interact with third-party tools inside the chat interface.Tags: Anthropic, claudeThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:07 pm
ChatGPT's Apple Health Integration Flaws Exposed in New Report | MacRumors
ChatGPT's Apple Health Integration Flaws Exposed in New Report
A reporter for The Washington Post has put ChatGPT's new optional Apple Health integration feature to the test by feeding it ten years of their Apple Watch data. The results were not encouraging, to say the least. Earlier this month, OpenAI announced the launch of ChatGPT Health, a dedicated section of ChatGPT where users can ask health-related questions completely separated from their main ChatGPT experience. For more personalized responses, users can connect various health data services such as Apple Health, Function, MyFitnessPal, Weight Watchers, AllTrails, Instacart, and Peloton. ChatGPT Health can also integrate with your medical records, allowing it to analyze your lab results and other aspects of your medical history to inform its answers to your health-related questions. With this in mind, reporter Geoffrey Fowler gave ChatGPT Health access to 29 million steps and 6 million heartbeat measurements from his Apple Health app, and asked the bot to grade his cardiac health. It gave him an F. Feeling understandably alarmed, Fowler asked his actual doctor, who in no uncertain terms dismissed the AI's assessment entirely. His physician said Fowler was at such low risk for heart problems that his insurance likely wouldn't even cover additional testing to disprove the chatbot's findings. Cardiologist Eric Topol of the Scripps Research Institute was likewise unimpressed with the large language model's assessment. He called ChatGPT's analysis "baseless" and said people should ignore its medical advice, as it's clearly not ready for prime time. Perhaps the most troubling finding, though, was ChatGPT's inconsistency. When Fowler asked the same question several times, his score swung wildly between an F and a B. ChatGPT also kept forgetting basic information about him, including his gender and age, despite it having full access to his records. Anthropic's Claude chatbot fared slightly better – though not by much. The LLM graded Fowler's cardiac health a C, but it also failed to properly account for limitations in the Apple Watch data. Both companies say their health tools aren't meant to replace doctors or provide diagnoses. Topol rightly argued that if these bots can't accurately assess health data, then they shouldn't be offering grades at all. Yet nothing appears to be stopping them. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration earlier this month said the agency's job is to "get out of the way as a regulator" to promote innovation. An agency commissioner drew a red line at AI making "medical or clinical claims" without FDA review, but ChatGPT and Claude argue they are just providing information. "People that do this are going to get really spooked about their health," Topol said. "It could also go the other way and give people who are unhealthy a false sense that everything they're doing is great." ChatGPT's Apple Health integration is currently limited to a group of beta users. Responding to the report, OpenAI said it was working to improve the consistency of the chatbot's responses. "Launching ChatGPT Health with waitlisted access allows us to learn and improve the experience before making it widely available,” OpenAI VP Ashley Alexander told the publication in a statement.Tags: Apple Health, ChatGPTThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:22 am
Premium Subscriptions Coming to Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp | MacRumors
Premium Subscriptions Coming to Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp
Meta plans to test premium subscriptions across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, the company has told TechCrunch. The subscriptions will reportedly include exclusive features to aid creativity, productivity, and expanded AI capabilities. Meta says each app will have its own distinct set of premium features, giving users "more control over how they share and connect, while keeping the core experiences free." However, it sounds as if Meta hasn't yet settled on what each sub will offer, with the company planning to experiment with various bundles. For Instagram, for example, premium subscribers could create unlimited audience lists, see which followers don't follow them back, and view Stories anonymously. Paid features on WhatsApp and Facebook are likely to provide equivalent functionality. Meta also intends to incorporate Manus, an AI agent it recently acquired for a reported $2 billion, into its subscription plans. The company will continue selling Manus subscriptions to businesses separately. AI-powered video appears to be another upcoming offering, courtesy of Meta's Vibes feature, which targets creators and businesses with verification badges and priority support. Vibes has been free since it launched last year, but Meta now plans to offer freemium access to Vibes video creation, with the option to subscribe to unlock additional video creation opportunities each month. It won't be the first time a social platform has adopted subscription-based access. X (Twitter) has its paid-for tiers, and Snap has shown that the model can work, with Snapchat+ gaining 16 million subscribers at $3.99 per month. Tag: MetaThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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01:28 am
10+ Things to Know About the New AirTag 2 | MacRumors
10+ Things to Know About the New AirTag 2
After a five year wait, Apple finally unveiled the next-generation version of the AirTag earlier today. The AirTag 2 looks exactly like the original ‌AirTag‌, and the functionality is similar, but there are still some differences worth knowing about. Here's everything new. UWB 2 - The ‌AirTag‌ 2 adopts Apple's second-generation Ultra Wideband (UWB) chip. Longer Range - UWB upgrades mean that Precision Finding works from 1.5x further away than before. Precision Finding is the feature that allows an ‌AirTag‌ to be precisely located in a close-range indoor area. It is able to lead you directly to the ‌AirTag‌ with a compatible device. Precision Finding on Watch - Precision Finding was previously limited to the iPhone, but it now works on the Apple Watch Series 9 and later and Apple Watch Ultra 2 and later, as these devices have UWB chips. Louder Speaker - The ‌AirTag‌ 2's speaker is up to 50 percent louder than the speaker in the original ‌AirTag‌. The upgrade will make it easier to hear when playing a sound, plus it is an additional anti-stalking measure because it will be more difficult for sound to be masked. Better Bluetooth - Apple is using a newer Bluetooth specification with increased range. New Internal Design - To accommodate the updated speaker, Apple revamped the internals. Rumors suggested Apple would make it harder to tamper with the ‌AirTag‌ to remove the speaker, but we'll need to wait for a teardown for confirmation. Updated Weight - The ‌AirTag‌ 2 weighs 0.42 ounces or 11.8 grams. it is seven percent heavier than the original ‌AirTag‌. Revamped Text - The text on the back of the ‌AirTag‌ is now all in capital letters, which is a good way to determine whether an ‌AirTag‌ is the first-generation model or the new model. The text also now lists IP67 water and dust resistance, plus it mentions NFC and Find My support. These features aren't new, but aren't listed on the back of the original ‌AirTag‌. Still Not For Pets - Apple's ‌AirTag‌ 2 announcement and product page specifically state that the device is for tracking objects, and not people or pets. Despite this, many people use AirTags for tracking their animals. Reset Process - To reset an ‌AirTag‌ 2, you need to remove the battery, leave it out for at least five seconds, and then insert the battery again. The process has to be repeated four times. Apple says that it can take up to 12 seconds to hear the final tone. With the first ‌AirTag‌, there was no need to wait after removing the battery before reinserting it. Requires iOS 26.2.1 - If you want to use an ‌AirTag‌ 2, you're going to have to update your device to iOS 26.2.1. The ‌AirTag‌ 2 requires the latest Apple software, which means it won't work with devices that aren't able to run iOS 26. The ‌AirTag‌ 2 does everything that the original ‌AirTag‌ does, taking advantage of the ‌Find My‌ network. When the ‌AirTag‌ is not in Bluetooth range of your own device, it is able to ping Apple devices owned by others to relay its location back to you for long distance tracking. It also supports Lost Mode, with an NFC feature for discovering who a lost item belongs to, plus it has options for sharing item location with someone else (useful in airports with participating airlines), and it continues to use a CR2032 coin cell battery. Apple says the battery "works for more than a year" before needing to be replaced. The ‌AirTag‌ 2 is still priced at $29, with a pack of four available for $99. Free engraving is also included in the price point. The new ‌AirTag‌ can be purchased today, with orders set to be delivered starting on Wednesday, January 28.Tag: AirTagThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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Video: iPhone 17 Pro Long Term Review | MacRumors
Video: iPhone 17 Pro Long Term Review
It's been four months since Apple launched the new iPhone 17 models, and MacRumors' videographer Dan Barbera has an updated review with his thoughts on the iPhone 17 Pro after getting to spend a good chunk of time with it. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. Dan covers how the new aluminum frame has held up, whether the updated display has been as resistant to scratching as promised, the usefulness of the upgraded front-facing camera, and what he thinks of the performance with the new vapor chamber cooling system. This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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12:59 am
TikTok Faces Outage and Censorship Concerns Days After U.S. Ownership Deal Closes | MacRumors
TikTok Faces Outage and Censorship Concerns Days After U.S. Ownership Deal Closes
TikTok last week finalized a deal to hand over its U.S. operations to a majority American-owned venture, and things aren't exactly running smoothly for the new U.S. company so far. Over the weekend, some U.S. TikTok users were unable to upload videos, which TikTok attributed to a power outage at a U.S. data center. TikTok users found they were unable to upload videos related to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Saturday shooting in Minneapolis, leading to concerns over censorship. Users saw their videos put into a review process, or experienced fewer than expected video views. Some users received messages that their posts related to the shooting had been flagged as "Ineligible for Recommendation," while others were temporarily suspended. This evening, TikTok said that it is still working to resolve the infrastructure issue, which apparently caused a "cascading systems failure" leading to a long list of bugs. TikTok users may see slower load times, timed-out requests, and 0 views or likes on videos. The ongoing outage and the accompanying censorship fears have caused some TikTok users to abandon the platform for UpScrolled, an alternative video sharing social platform. UpScrolled is currently the number eight free app in the U.S. App Store, but it was as high as number two earlier today. Users have also expressed concerns about an updated TikTok privacy policy that suggests it collects "citizenship or immigration status" along with precise user location information, but the prior TikTok privacy policy also included that wording. The new TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC is 80.1 percent owned by U.S. and global investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake, and Abu Dhabi-based MGX. The three companies each own 15 percent as managing investors, and other U.S. stakeholders include the Dell Family Office and affiliates of Susquehanna International Group. TikTok parent company ByteDance continues to hold a 19.9 percent stake. A seven-member majority-American board of directors is operating the U.S. version of TikTok, with Adam Presser, TikTok's former global head of operations serving as CEO. Under the agreement, the venture handles U.S. data protection, content moderation, and algorithm security. TikTok's recommendation algorithm is being retrained and updated on U.S. user data, and it has been secured in Oracle's cloud environment.Tag: TikTokThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:56 pm
iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch | MacRumors
iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch
Alongside iOS 26.2.1, Apple today released an updated version of iOS 12 for devices that are still running that operating system update, eight years after the software was first released. iOS 12.5.8 is available for the iPhone 5s and the ‌iPhone‌ 6, meaning Apple is continuing to support these devices for 13 and 12 years after launch, respectively. The ‌iPhone‌ 5s came out in September 2013, while the ‌iPhone‌ 6 launched in September 2014. According to Apple's release notes for the update, iOS 12.5.8 extends the certificate required for features like iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation, so they will continue to work after January 2027. Originally, certificate-limited functions like device activation would have ceased when the certificate expired, but now key features on the two older iPhones will continue to work in the years to come. Prior to now, the ‌iPhone‌ 5s and ‌iPhone‌ 6 last received software updates in January 2023, when Apple released important security fixes. Apple has publicly committed to providing a minimum of five years of security updates for an ‌iPhone‌ from the time that it launches, but it often offers vulnerability fixes for an even longer period of time. The ‌iPhone‌ 6s, for example, was released 11 years ago, but it received a security update in September 2025 with the launch of iOS 15.8.5. The device received an iOS 15.8.6 update just today, adding the same certificate extension. Apple also released new versions of iOS 18 and iOS 16.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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11:33 pm
iOS 26.2.1 Addresses Emergency Call Problems on Older iPhones in Australia | MacRumors
iOS 26.2.1 Addresses Emergency Call Problems on Older iPhones in Australia
The iOS 26.2.1 update that Apple released today further addresses an issue preventing some older mobile phones from being able to make emergency calls. In an updated support document, Apple says that iPhone users with an ‌iPhone‌ 12 or earlier should install the latest software updates to ensure that their mobile devices are able to make emergency 000 calls. Apple released iOS 18.7.4, iOS 16.7.13, iOS 15.8.6, and iOS 12.5.8 for older iPhones today. Back in December, there was a technical failure in Australia that prevented the ‌iPhone‌ 12 models from being able to make emergency calls, which Apple addressed with the iOS 26.2 update. The additional software updates released today should help prevent further issues on other older devices in the future, as well as cellular Apple Watch models. watchOS 26.2.1, also available today, addresses any potential issues with the Apple Watch Series 6 and later. Apple says that Australian mobile network operators are continuing to improve support for emergency calling on their networks, which led to the ‌iPhone‌ 12 technical failure. While carriers are working to mitigate further issues, there is a possibility that some older mobile phones might still run into problems.In the rare event that these exceptional circumstances affecting mobile operators' networks were to happen again, some older mobile phones might still encounter the same issue reaching emergency services through an alternate available network. Software updates are available for the following iPhone and Apple Watch models that might be impacted by this network issue. You are encouraged to update your devices to the latest software version. Apple says that the following iPhones and Apple Watch models should be updated to the latest software version to prevent issues: ‌iPhone‌ SE (1st generation) ‌iPhone‌ SE (2nd generation) ‌iPhone‌ 6 and ‌iPhone‌ 6 Plus ‌iPhone‌ 6S and ‌iPhone‌ 6S Plus ‌iPhone‌ 7 and ‌iPhone‌ 7 Plus ‌iPhone‌ 8 and ‌iPhone‌ 8 Plus ‌iPhone‌ X ‌iPhone‌ XS and ‌iPhone‌ XS Max ‌iPhone‌ XR ‌iPhone‌ 11, ‌iPhone‌ 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max ‌iPhone‌ 12, iPhone 12 mini, ‌iPhone‌ 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max Apple Watch SE 2 Apple Watch Series 6 Apple Watch Series 7 Apple Watch Series 8 Apple Watch Series 9 Apple Watch Series 10 Apple Watch Ultra Apple Watch Ultra 2 More information is available in Apple's support document covering emergency calls in Australia.This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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10:38 pm
iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking | MacRumors
iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking
With iOS 26.3, Apple is adding a new "limit precise location" setting that reduces the location data available to mobile networks to increase user privacy. Mobile networks determine location based on the cellular towers that a device connects to, but with the setting enabled, some of the data typically made available to mobile networks is being restricted. Rather than being able to see location down to a street address, carriers will instead be limited to the neighborhood where a device is located, for example. According to a new support document, iPhone models from supported network providers will offer the limit precise location feature. In the U.S., only Boost Mobile will support the option, but EE and BT will offer support in the UK. Germany: Telekom United Kingdom: EE, BT United States: Boost Mobile Thailand: AIS, True This new location limiting feature also only works with devices equipped with the Apple-designed C1 or C1X modems, which includes the iPhone Air, iPhone 16e, and cellular M5 iPad Pro. iOS 26.3 or iPadOS 26.3 are required. You can enable the setting on a compatible device by opening the Settings app, tapping on your cellular service, tapping on Mobile Data Options, and then toggling on Limit Precise Location. You'll need to restart your device when turning the setting on or off. Apple says that reducing location precision will not impact signal quality or user experience, and it does not affect the precision of location data provided to emergency responders during an emergency call. It also only limits the location data available to mobile networks, and it does not have an effect on location data shared with apps through Location Services. The new feature is available in iOS 26.3, which is being beta tested right now. The iOS 26.3 update will launch to the public in the coming weeks.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums
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The iPhone Snap Case combined with its snap-on wallet/stands can eliminate the need for a wallet (for some folks)

Moft’s US$31.99 Snap Case for the iPhone is a solid, reasonably-priced case for iPhone 13 and 14 models. At first glance, there seems to be nothing special about it, but it works with Moft’s MagSafe-compatible, snap-on wallets that will help some folks eliminate the...

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Kensington has expanded its portfolio of data protection solutions with the launch of three new privacy screens. I’ve been testing the US$64.99 MagPro Elite Magnetic Privacy Screen for MacBook Pro 16”. There’s a lot to like about the screen, but my...

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Friday January 23
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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-02-03 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-02-03
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 3, 16:00 UTC - Feb 4, 01:00 UTCJan 23, 00:22 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-02-03 16:00 and 2026-02-04 01:00 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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Thursday January 22
10:21 pm
Multiple Services – Outlook and Microsoft 365 | GoToMeeting
Multiple Services – Outlook and Microsoft 365
Jan 22, 22:21 UTCUpdate - We are aware of an incident impacting Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Outlook users.Microsoft has acknowledged the incident and is actively investigating on their side. Microsoft's incident channel is https://status.cloud.microsoft/m365/referrer=serviceStatusRedirect We will continue to update this incident as more information becomes available.Jan 22, 22:19 UTCUpdate - We are aware of an incident impacting Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Outlook users.Microsoft has acknowledged the incident and is actively investigating on their side. Microsoft's incident channel is https://status.cloud.microsoft/m365/referrer=serviceStatusRedirect We will continue to update this incident as more information becomes available.Jan 22, 22:19 UTCUpdate - We are aware of an incident impacting Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Outlook users.Microsoft has acknowledged the incident and is actively investigating on their side. Microsoft's incident channel is https://status.cloud.microsoft/m365/referrer=serviceStatusRedirect We will continue to update this incident as more information becomes available.Jan 22, 22:10 UTCIdentified - We are aware of an incident impacting Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Outlook users.Microsoft has acknowledged the incident and is actively investigating on their side. Microsoft's incident channel is https://status.cloud.microsoft/m365/referrer=serviceStatusRedirect We will continue to update this incident as more information becomes available.
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Parser service disruption affecting mailbox access | Zapier
Parser service disruption affecting mailbox access
Status: InvestigatingWe’re currently experiencing an issue where the parser backend service is unavailable, which may prevent users from accessing their mailboxes. The following functionality may be affected: • Accessing mailboxes that rely on the parser service • Processing of incoming emails sent to those mailboxes Incoming emails may be delayed while the service is unavailable. We’re actively investigating and will provide an update by 2:30 PM PT / 10:30 PM UTC. If you need help, contact Support: https://zapier.com/app/get-helpAffected components Instant Triggers (Degraded performance)
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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:52 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:50 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:38 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:42 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:41 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:44 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:46 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:24 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:48 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:36 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:34 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:32 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:30 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:28 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:26 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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United States MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance | Twilio
United States MMS Carrier Partner Maintenance
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Feb 5, 01:00 - 03:00 PSTJan 22, 11:51 PSTScheduled - Our MMS carrier partner in the United States is conducting a planned maintenance from 05 February 2026 at 01:00 PST until 05 February 2026 at 03:00 PST. During the maintenance window, there could be intermittent delays delivering MMS to and from United States handsets via subset of United States short codes.
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SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29 | CloudFlare
SIN (Singapore) on 2026-01-29
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Jan 29, 16:00 UTC - Jan 30, 01:00 UTCJan 22, 19:14 UTCScheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SIN (Singapore) datacenter between 2026-01-29 16:00 and 2026-01-30 01:00 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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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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Wednesday January 21
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Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping | DealNews Accessories
Used Apple Smart Keyboard for iPad for $21 + free shipping
Use promo code "VIPOUTLET2026" to drop it to the best price we've seen in any condition. Buy Now at eBay
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Monday January 19
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Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – FWUG3LL/A – $1,099.00 | Refurb Tracker
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU – Pink – FWUG3LL/A – $1,099.00
Refurbished 24-inch iMac Apple M4 Chip with 8-Core CPU and 8-Core GPU - Pink – FWUG3LL/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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Friday January 16
08:33 pm
Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping
This first-gen iPad Pro 9.7″ comes with a pre-installed screen protector, snap-on case, and a 90-day warranty. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping
This first-gen iPad Pro 9.7″ comes with a pre-installed screen protector, snap-on case, and a 90-day warranty. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping
This first-gen iPad Pro 9.7″ comes with a pre-installed screen protector, snap-on case, and a 90-day warranty. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro 128GB (2016) for $175 + free shipping
This first-gen iPad Pro 9.7″ comes with a pre-installed screen protector, snap-on case, and a 90-day warranty. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Refurbished Apple iPad Pro 9.7″ 128GB WiFi Tablet (2016) Bundle for $220 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurbished Apple iPad Pro 9.7″ 128GB WiFi Tablet (2016) Bundle for $220 + free shipping
That's tied with the best price we've seen for the 128GB bundle - which includes a pre-installed tempered glass screen protector, snap-on case, charger and cable. A 90-day warranty is provided. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Refurb Apple MacBook Pro M1 Pro 14″ Laptop for $688 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Pro M1 Pro 14″ Laptop for $688 + free shipping
That's $4 under our previous best ever mention, from December. You'd pay $2,000 brand new. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
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Apple MacBook Air M4 13.6″ Laptop (2025) for $799 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Air M4 13.6″ Laptop (2025) for $799 + free shipping
It's $200 off and the lowest price we could find. Buy Now at Best Buy
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Thursday January 15
07:06 pm
Refurb Apple 10.2″ 128GB iPad (7th Gen; 2019) for $160 | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 10.2″ 128GB iPad (7th Gen; 2019) for $160
That's the best price we could find for a refurb by $42. It comes with a 90-day warranty. Buy Now at UntilGone
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Tuesday January 13
04:54 pm
Refurb Apple MacBook Pro i7 15.4″ Laptop (2015) for $245 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Refurb Apple MacBook Pro i7 15.4″ Laptop (2015) for $245 + free shipping
That's the best price we've seen for the 2015 model. It's covered by a 90-day warranty. Buy Now at UntilGone
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04:33 pm
Refurb Apple 10.5″ 256GB iPad Pro (2017) for $200 + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Refurb Apple 10.5″ 256GB iPad Pro (2017) for $200 + free shipping
That's at least $47 less than you'd pay for a refurbished model alone - this bundle adds a screen protector and case. A 90-day warranty is provided. Buy Now at UntilGone Features includes pre-installed tempered glass screen protector snap-on case Model: MQDW2LL/A
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Monday January 12
02:09 pm
Apple MacBook Air M4 13.6″ Laptop (2025) for $799 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Apple MacBook Air M4 13.6″ Laptop (2025) for $799 + free shipping
It's $200 off and the lowest price we could find. Buy Now at Best Buy
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Best Buy iPad Pro Winter Deals: Up to $200 off + free shipping | DealNews iPads
Best Buy iPad Pro Winter Deals: Up to $200 off + free shipping
Save on over 20 models, with prices starting from $949. We’ve pictured the Apple iPad Pro 11″ 512GB WiFi Tablet for $1,099 ($125 low). My Best Buy members get free shipping. (It’s free to join. Shipping is free for everyone over $35. Pickup may also be available.) Shop Now at Best Buy
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Best Buy MacBook Winter Deals from $799 + free shipping | DealNews Laptops
Best Buy MacBook Winter Deals from $799 + free shipping
Save on close to 40 models, with prices starting from $799 and a savings of $150 to $350. We’ve pictured the Apple 14″ MacBook Pro M4 Pro Laptop (2024) for $1,749 ($250 savings). My Best Buy members get free shipping. (It’s free to join. Shipping is free for everyone over $35. Pickup may also be […]
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