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- 02:12 pmHurry, the A16 iPad just got a $140 price cut but stock is running out
Macworld Apple iPad A16 View Deal Go! Go! Go! The iPad A16 has never been cheaper than it is right now, and since it’s a limited-time deal, you have to hurry up. It’s only going to cost you $359.10 to get the version with 5G and 128GB of storage, a savings of $140 on its $499 price tag, a fantastic deal and by far the best we’ve ever seen. Yes, we know — it’s a weird price, but we assure you it’s not used or refurbished. We quite love this affordable tablet, enough that we gave it a four-star rating when we reviewed it. We appreciated the bright 11-inch screen, the high-quality design, overall build quality, and its strong performance. The one possible drawback to keep in mind when getting this A16 iPad is that the chip itself does not support Apple Intelligence. Of course, with the current state of Apple’s AI project, that’s not exactly a tragedy, and you can definitely still use browser-based AI tools like everyone else. While we wish it were more, you’ll get 128GB of storage, which should be more than enough. Even if you download a lot, that only means you’ll have to be a bit more selective about the apps you install since you won’t be using the tablet to take as many pics and vids as you would your iPhone. So hurry up and don’t miss out on the chance to get yourself the iPad A16 for $140 off at Amazon before stock runs out.01:57 pmApple ramps up MacBook Neo production to 10 million units as new laptop sells out rapidly | Mac Daily NewsApple ramps up MacBook Neo production to 10 million units as new laptop sells out rapidly
Apple's newly launched MacBook Neo, the company's most affordable laptop ever, has become an immediate hit, selling out quickly and… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:53 pmThat top Google result for Homebrew could infect your Mac
Malicious ads are pushing fake Homebrew installers to Mac users, and the attack relies on trusting the first Google search result.macOS TerminalAttackers are buying Google ads to place a fake Homebrew site above the real one, then trick users into running a malicious Terminal command. The tactic is effective because it leans on routine behavior instead of technical exploits.Developers and everyday Mac users rely on Homebrew to install software, which makes it a high-value target. The real installation process already involves pasting a command into Terminal, so the fake version doesn't immediately stand out. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:51 pmApple's AI home strategy, hands on with Sonos Play, and more on Smart Home Insider
On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we go hands on with the new Sonos Play speaker, test out Matter cameras, and discuss Apple's AI home plans.Smart Home Insider PodcastSitting in as guest host this week is Dan Turk. Dan is Vice President of Tech and Innovation at Max Borges Agency and is well-versed in the current state of the smart home.We get the episode going by recapping the week's news, including Apple's official announcement of WWDC 2026. We talk about the possible smart home-related announcements and how they revolve around the rumored new hardware. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:49 pmwatchOS 27 to reportedly offer two main Apple Watch upgrades
Apple will unveil iOS 27 and its companion software updates on June 8 at WWDC, and a recent Q&A with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed the two main upgrades coming with watchOS 27. more…01:43 pmApple's third co-founder insists he still owns 10% of Apple
Apparently Ron Wayne wasn't splitting hairs. Despite quitting after 12 days, and being paid off twice, the third Apple co-founder has doubled-down on his odd claim of still owning 10% of the company.Apple co-founder Ronald Wayne at the Computer History Museum — image credit: CHMWhen Ron Wayne first raised this point in March 2026 at the Computer History Museum, it sounded like splitting hairs. He said that he had never sold the 10% stake he originally had in Apple, but he appeared to want to clear up a point of pedantry.Since Wayne quit Apple, he strictly speaking didn't own the 10% and that's why he could never have sold it. This seemed like a tiny point of clarification, and no more. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:15 pmThe other geniuses: 16 unsung heroes from Apple’s first 50 years
We look beyond Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, Jony Ive and Tim Cook to 15 unsung heroes from Apple's first 50 amazingly successful years. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:15 pmThe other geniuses: 16 unsung heroes from Apple’s first 50 years
We look beyond Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, Jony Ive and Tim Cook to 16 unsung heroes from Apple's first 50 amazingly successful years. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:06 pmM5 MacBook Air review: Incremental update, but the best buy for most
The new MacBook Air with M5 is no longer the entry-level MacBook in Apple's catalog. It's still the one most people should buy.M5 MacBook Air reviewThe new M5 MacBook Air launched into in era when Apple is taking big steps to adjust its lineup. With the introduction of the MacBook Neo, Apple has widened the potential customer base.This repositions the MacBook Air in the process. That's not a bad thing, though. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:05 pmApple shifts AI strategy toward App Store and search-like platform
Apple’s revamped AI and Siri strategy signals a clear recommitment to its proven core business model: selling premium hardware… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:04 pmIt's going to be a long wait for an OLED iMac
You're going to have to be patient if you want an OLED iMac, with the recent rumors suggesting that Apple is very early in the testing process.24-inch iMacAfter many years of using LED backlighting and using miniLED in some cases, Apple has gradually been moving its product lines to OLED. However, the expense of the technology means some products will get it far later than others.In the case of the 24-inch iMac, ZDNet Korea reports that Apple plans to bring the OLED iMac out by 2029 or 2030. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:00 pmAdobe Illustrator now lets you rotate 2D vectors in 3D space
Adobe Turntable is now generally available in Illustrator, allowing creators to generate multi-angle views from any vector illustration. Here’s how it works. more…12:52 pmOLED iMac in the works, but don’t hold your breath
A new supply chain report says that Apple has asked both Samsung and LG to supply samples of an OLED panel suitable for an iMac. The report says that the company is progressing plans to launch an OLED iMac, but it seems we shouldn’t expect it anytime soon … more…12:20 pmApple’s 50th anniversary finale may feature a legendary headliner
Over the last several weeks, Apple has held celebrations for its upcoming 50th anniversary around the world, including performances by Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central in New York City and Mumford & Sons at Apple Battersea in London. Now, new details have emerged about the finale of the Apple 50th anniversary festivities, set for this week. more…12:16 pmThe end of the Mac Pro was inevitable, but I still feel a little sad
I reluctantly accepted last year that the end of the line for the Mac Pro was an inevitability. It had already effectively been replaced by the Mac Studio, and a macOS 26 feature was another nail in its coffin. Yesterday was a day that had been coming since the first Apple Silicon Mac. I do think it’s the right call, but confess to still being a little sad to see it happen … more…12:01 pmGentler Streak’s Wellness section now features cardio fitness data
Starting today, Gentler Streak users can check VO₂ max estimate data, with trends and averages, for a more complete snapshot of their fitness. Here are the details. more…12:00 pmThe Edge of Tomorrow Takes Shape at HP
HP is advancing an edge-first AI strategy, focusing on running models locally across devices and workflows. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.11:41 amHere’s the most powerful charger worth buying for each Apple device
The charging brick that came with your Apple device – or the one recommended by Apple, in the case of iPhones – usually won’t get you the fastest charge. It can be worth spending a bit more money on a more powerful charger. Conversely, every Apple device has its own maximum charging rate, and buying a charger which exceeds this is just a waste of money … more…11:39 amApple Ireland appears to have broken sanctions on Russia
Apple's Ireland subsidiary has been fined half a million dollars by UK regulators who say the company probably broke sanctions against Russia.Moscow — image credit:WikimediaAfter Russia began its attacks on Ukraine in 2022, both the US and Europe imposed sanctions that, for example, meant Apple Pay no longer being available. Now according to the Financial Times, a UK regulator has fined Apple over payments to Okko, a Russian online video streaming service.The UK is not part of the European Union, but the payments were made via a UK-based bank. Consequently, the country's Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) had the authority to impose the fine of $517,946.25. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums11:15 amApple I to the Macintosh: 1976 to 1985
Macworld Apple’s first decade is filled with products that are iconic, not just within Apple’s own history, but the history of technology. Apple is often cited as the originator of personal computing, releasing products that empowered generations of users and set the example for how technology can be used by the masses. This era saw three different computing platforms come from Apple–that’s how uncertain the future was. By the end of the decade, the Macintosh would emerge as the primary focus for Apple, which would eventually form the basis for iOS, watchOS, visionOS, and tvOS. Here’s how the first 10 years of Apple, 1976-1985, shaped the future. April 1976: Apple I Foundry The computer that started it all didn’t even come with a case–the Apple I was just a circuit board, and buyers had to bring their own case, which resulted in some unique setups that would make Jony Ive cringe. (“Wood? Bollocks.”) Apple made about 200 computers that had a 1.02MHz CMOS Technology 6502 microprocessor and 4K of RAM, and introduced the Apple I at $666.66, which was later reduced to $475. Because of its rarity and historic influence, the Apple I sometimes becomes available through auctions, and the bidding reaches the hundreds of thousands of dollars. But the value of the Apple I in tech history can’t be measured–while other computers came before it, the Apple I sparked the personal computing revolution and firmly established Apple as a tech company not just for business people but for everyone. June 1977: Apple II RR Auction Apple’s second computer, the Apple II, was its first mass-market success. It was designed to appeal to everyday folks, not just the hobbyists who invested in an Apple I. Steve Wozniak made improvements that heightened its utility, and even though its $1,298 price tag was higher than competitors’, the Apple II was a huge hit. How huge? The Apple II is often cited as one of the greatest computers of all time, if not the greatest. Apple continued with the Apple II line for 16 years, and while the Macintosh eventually became the company’s main platform, the Apple II blazed a trail that even today’s Macs still follow. January 1983: Apple Lisa Computer History Museum The Apple Lisa (officially Local Integrated Software Architecture ) was the first personal computer with a graphical user interface, which used a document-centric approach and even allowed files to have the same name (which was unheard of in early computer interfaces). Its all-in-one design had a 5MHz Motorola 68000 CPU, support for up to 2MB of RAM, and a 12-inch monochrome display. Named after Steve Jobs’ estranged daughter, it was originally priced at $9,995. Lisa’s legacy is as complicated as the relationship Jobs had with its namesake, but there’s no denying its importance. In 1980, Steve was kicked off the Lisa project and latched into the Macintosh group, which borrowed many of Lisa’s attributes, namely its GUI. Bruce Daniels, who played a major role on both the Lisa and Macintosh development teams, once said, “All the Mac groups were willing to say that if there had not been a Lisa, there never would have been a Mac.” December 1983: ImageWriter The Centre for Computing History Apple had released printers before 1983, but the ImageWriter was the first that worked with both the Apple II and Macintosh (which wouldn’t arrive for another month). It was one of the first dot-matrix printers, so it could print low-resolution graphics; a lot of other printers used daisy-wheel mechanisms that were meant to produce only text. It wasn’t until ImageWriter II in 1985 that the project took off and Apple finally discontinued it after 11 years. The ImageWriter II had a sleeker, more refined design, better speed and print modes, and could print in color if you changed the ribbon. By the mid-1980s, laser printers were beginning to transform publishing, and the Apple LaserWriter became the industry standard. January 1984: Macintosh 128K Foundry The Macintosh 128K set into motion the core of Apple’s business and empowered users everywhere. But the Macintosh was, at first, considered a research project at Apple; the company was more focused on the Apple Lisa. That all changed when Steve Jobs, determined to “make a dent in the universe,” took over the Macintosh team. Here’s why 1984 wasn’t like 1984: The first Macintosh arrived with an 8MHz Motorola 6800 CPU, supported up to 1MB of RAM, and had a built-in 9-inch monochrome display. System 1.0 ran off a 400K floppy disk, and Disk Swapper’s Elbow became a badge of honor that bonded those early users. It’s been 40 years since its debut, but the core features of System 1—the Finder, menu bar, and Control Panel—are still a part of today’s macOS 26, a testament to the versatility of the original idea. March 1985: LaserWriter Gammal trotjänare. Wikipedia When the Macintosh was introduced, it was immediately apparent how it was built for creative work, but it needed an affordable device to satisfy professionals who wanted high-quality prints or their creations. The Apple LaserWriter did that, and ushered in what Paul Brainerd termed “desktop publishing.” The LaserWriter introduced the world to PostScript, Adobe’s page description language that enabled printers to reproduce graphics at the quality that professionals demand. It was also networkable, so that several Macs could connect to it and print. This networkability helped to offset its $6,995 price. This is part one of a five-part series exploring 50 years of Apple product releases. Stay tuned to Macworld all week as we explore all five decades, continuing tomorrow with 1986-1995.