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- 07:59 pmApple Invites makes it easier to avoid surprise guests at events
The Apple Invites app was updated today with an option that allows guests to specify the number of adults and children they’re bringing to an event. more…07:32 pmMophie releases Juice Pack battery cases for iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro
Mophie has announced its iconic Juice Pack lineup of battery cases for the iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. There’s support for passthrough charging, audio, and more. more…07:32 pmParamount+ announces across-the-board price increases
Paramount+ prices are rising early next year. During the company’s latest quarterly earnings call, Paramount announced the increases… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.06:41 pmApple gift guide 2025: Best deals and buying advice for every product
As the holiday shopping season kicks into full swing, it’s important to make sure you’re buying the right Apple product and getting the best deal possible. Here’s everything you need to know about what to buy and how to score some big savings on the best Apple gifts of the year. more…06:39 pmParamount+ announces price increases for every streaming plan
TV streaming services continue to get more expensive, with the latest announcement coming from Paramount+, which will raise prices for all of its plans very soon. more…06:20 pmTiny, super-fast Planck SSD is perfect for recording iPhone video [Review] ★★★★★
Created specifically for iPhone, the 2TB Planck SSD is so small that it plugs into the handset’s USB-C port and practically disappears. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)06:06 pmiOS 26 has made Apple Passwords the only password manager I need
iOS 26 is packed with big and small changes, only a fraction of which most users have likely discovered. Three of those changes have enabled me to make Apple’s Passwords app my one and only password manager. more…06:01 pmLate to the party: Epic Games Launcher is finally Apple Silicon native
As Apple starts to close the door on Intel code support on the Mac, the Epic Games Launcher for macOS has added native support for Apple Silicon. Finally.Epic Games Store logoIt's been five years since Apple Silicon Macs shipped, five and a half years since the migration was announced at WWDC, and about 10 years since the first rumors of ARM Macs. Epic finally got the memo.The Epic Games Store is arguably more well known for being on iOS in Europe as an alternative to the App Store than being a gaming storefront for macOS. In November, the Launcher app received a much-needed update, enabling Apple Silicon support. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:55 pmLaunch in an F-18 from the USS Nimitz in the new Apple Vision Pro immersive experience | AppleInsiderLaunch in an F-18 from the USS Nimitz in the new Apple Vision Pro immersive experience
Apple has launched a new immersive experience for the Apple Vision Pro, taking viewers to the flight deck of a US carrier, and flying alongside its pilots.Detail from Apple's poster for "Flight Ready" — image credit: AppleJust days after it was reported that there would be more immersive experiences for the Apple Vision Pro, Apple has released one. Called "Flight Ready," it has been launched to mark Veterans' Day.As first spotted by 9to5mac, it is a 14-minute film that centers on the USS Nimitz and its F-18 fighter planes. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:35 pmiOS 26.1 brings Apple Intelligence to these eight new languages
iOS 26.1 launched last week to all users, and among new features for Apple Music and Fitness, an alarm slider, and AirPods Live Translation expanding, the update also brought Apple Intelligence support to eight new languages. more…05:28 pmToday in Apple history: iPad Pro makes its big debut
On November 11, 2015, Apple's 12.9-inch iPad Pro went on sale after months of speculation. Shock horror: It even worked with an Apple stylus! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:25 pmNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal] | 9 to 5 MacNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal]
I have been wondering when one of my favorite accessory brands was going to release a metal Find My Wallet card that actually looks like a premium credit card – Nomad just did. The new Tracking Card Pro just debuted on the official site at $39, or you can score two of them at 10% off. Details await below. more…05:25 pmNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal] | 9 to 5 MacNomad just debuted the new Find My Tracking Card Pro with metal credit card finish [Launch deal]
I have been wondering when one of my favorite accessory brands was going to release a metal Find My Wallet card that actually looks like a premium credit card – Nomad just did. The new Tracking Card Pro just debuted on the official site at $39, or you can score two of them at 10% off. Details await below. more…05:18 pmThe M4 Mac mini has completely changed how I view all other desktops [Video]
Believe it or not, the M4 Mac mini was released just over a year ago. Apple changed the footprint, design, and form factor to create a compact 5in x 5in x 2in aluminum box with a fan at the bottom. It was a nice upgrade from its predecessor. But, in all honesty, I was not expecting much. I figured it would be a fine computer, especially because Apple debuted it at a $599 price point ($499 now on Amazon). So I thought to myself, there has to be some limitation that everyday users would notice, right? But after using this for an entire year as my main desktop, it has completely distorted how I think about computers and what real value in tech should look like. more…05:12 pmEmergency SOS via Satellite comes to Mexico
Apple has rolled out its Emergency SOS via Satellite to Mexico, for users of the iPhone 14 or later, and the Apple Watch Ultra 3.Emergency SOS via Satellite is now available in Mexico - image credit Apple:Apple launched its emergency satellite system back in 2022, initially for the US and Canada only. By December 2022, it was available in Europe, and by 2023, it was rolling out across Australia and New Zealand.It's the feature that means iPhone users can contact emergency services when they need to, and regular cell calls or Wi-Fi are not available. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:03 pmNomad Tracking Card Pro review: Find My mixed with Apple Card aesthetics
On November 11, Nomad debuted its latest Find My-enabled accessory, the Tracking Card Pro. With a sleek new design and impressive battery life, it works hard to earn its name as a premium tracker.Nomad Tracking Card Pro review: A new premium Find My trackerIt took Nomad years to make a MagSafe wallet — and they're known for wallets. Nobody can call the company timely.Despite many other wallet-style tracking cards with Apple Find My now available, Nomad was also late to the party when it first hit the market. Now, though, Nomad is trying something different out. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:01 pmGoogle Photos ‘Help me edit’ coming to iOS with Nano Banana, ‘Ask Photos’ search goes global | 9 to 5 MacGoogle Photos ‘Help me edit’ coming to iOS with Nano Banana, ‘Ask Photos’ search goes global
Google Photos is getting more AI with big updates today for the conversational “Help me edit” experience and Ask Photos search. more…05:00 pmFlight Ready film brings immersive F-18 fighter pilot footage to Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro continues to be the best ticket to viewing incredible immersive video experiences. Coinciding with Veterans Day, Apple has released its latest Apple Immersive video format piece, a 14-minute documentary about F-18 fighter pilots. more…04:48 pmBest time to buy a Mac: Should you buy a Mac or MacBook now?
Macworld Whether you are updating your old MacBook laptop or planning to buy your first Mac part of the decision of which model to buy should be based on timing. Before you part with your money you should check that the model you are buying isn’t about to be upgraded by Apple. There is nothing worse than buying a new MacBook Air only to see Apple update the models a month later. Luckily you are here reading this article so the chance of you making a mistake like that is slim (although you should check the date this article was last updated!) In this article, we’ll tell you the best time to buy a MacBook, when to buy a Mac, at what time of year Apple usually updates its Macs, and whether an update is expected soon. We’ll also mention if there are any particular configurations to avoid. We will run through each Mac and MacBook Apple currently sells and assess whether now is a good time to buy one based on educated guesses as to when the next one will launch. Sometimes if you wait a month or two you can get more for your money – provided Apple keeps its prices the same. Before you make the decision of which Mac to buy you should also check out our Mac buying guide. Wondering which MacBook to buy, look at MacBook Pro vs MacBook Air. We also offer advice about how much storage, RAM and cores in How much MacBook RAM, SSD, GPU and CPU do you really need? If you are reading this around Black Friday, read our advice in our guide to the Best Black Friday MacBook and Mac deals. And if you want to know what other Apple products are discounted read Best Black Friday Apple deals. When will Apple launch new Macs? There are a couple of things that can help when predicting when a new model might land. One is to be aware of when Apple last updated the range. The other is to note when Apple has previously announced updates to that range. Apple updated the MacBook Pro with an M5 chip in October 2025. Prior to that the MacBook Air and Mac Studio gained an M4 in March 2025. The MacBook Pro update was only for the entry-level model, a move from M4 to M5. This means that the MacBook Pro M5 Pro and M5 Max are yet to launch. The M4 Pro and M4 Max MacBook Pro arrived in October 2024, as did the M4 Mac mini and iMac. The next update is expected to come in spring 2026, with Apple expected to introduce the M5 Pro & Max MacBook Pro and M5 MacBook Air. The Mac Pro is also expected to get an update soon, as it is long overdue. Take a look at our article about Apple Events and the new products expected from Apple to check that the outlook hasn’t changed since we last updated this article. Most recent/current Mac launches: 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 – October 2025 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air M4 – March 2025 Mac Studio, M4 Max and M3 Ultra – March 2025 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro, M4, M4 Pro and M4 Max – October 2024 24-inch iMac, M4 – October 2024 Mac mini, M4 and M4 Pro – October 2024 Mac Pro, M2 Ultra – June 2023 As for the times when a Mac launch is most likely. In the past, the most likely times to see Mac updates were: WWDC in June for professional Mac models (e.g. Mac Studio and Mac Pro) and October for consumer-focused Macs (e.g. MacBook Air and Mac mini). However, as you will see when you read on, this is not a rule that Apple abides by particularly, nor does Apple always launch new Macs at special events: it often just takes the Apple Store offline for a few hours and then when it returns new Mac models are available as it did in October 2025 and March 2025. We expect that updates for the following Macs are likely to arrive in the next few months. MacBook Pro, M5 Pro & Max: The MacBook Pro is expected gain M5 Pro and M5 Max options in spring 2026. MacBook, M5: The MacBook Air is expected to gain the M5 chip in the spring of 2026. Mac Pro, M4 Ultra: Like the Mac Studio, we hope for a update to the Mac Pro before June 2026. Mac mini, M5/M5 Pro: Update possible in June 2026. iMac, M5: Update possible in June 2026. Mac Studio, M5 Max: Update possible in June 2026. iMac Pro: Apple discontinued the larger-screened 27-inch iMac when the Mac Studio was introduced, but there are rumors that it could make a comeback. Read about the new iMac Pro. When can you get the best Mac deals? If you are thinking of buying a new Mac and the last few months of the year are approaching, you should hold on to take advantage of deals season. From October onwards is when we tend to see the most deals, with everyone saving their best discounts for the weeks around Black Friday at the end of November. If you are wondering whether to wait until Black Friday itself or take advantage of an early deal that’s marked as being ‘early Black Friday’ or similar, our advice is to just go for it! In the past lots of retailers have started their Black Fridays sales a long time before the day itself and promised that prices won’t go any lower on Black Friday itself. Apple never offers any discounts for Black Friday though. The company tends to offer vouchers with qualifying sales around Black Friday ( about what Apple does for Black Friday). You might be able to get money off Apple products from another reseller, though. We see many resellers offering Black Friday deals on Apple products, so come back around Black Friday and check out the best. But we don’t only see prices cut for Black Friday, we see deals on Apple products all year round – so don’t assume you can’t get money off a new Apple product when you need to buy one. Check out our round-ups of the best Apple deals: Best MacBook Air deals Best Mac Studio deals Best MacBook Pro deals Best Mac mini deals Best iMac deals There are other ways to save money too: How to get an Apple student discount at Apple’s Education Store Apple Back to School deal Why you should buy a refurbished Mac Best place to buy a refurbished Mac How much can you save at Apple’s refurbished store? Is it a good time to buy a Mac or MacBook? Let’s take a look at each Mac and MacBook on the market and assess if you should consider buying it now. Check the date at the top of the article to see when we last updated this information. Should I buy a 13-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $749.99 View Deal $799 View Deal $899 View Deal $999 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: March 2025 Next update: Spring 2026 The MacBook Air comes in two sizes, the 13-inch model and the 15-inch model. Both were updated in March 2025 and feature the M4 chip. This is the MacBook Air design that arrived in the summer of 2022, with MagSafe charging port, improved display and thinner bezels. There are some significant improvements with this generation: you can now plug in two or more external displays thanks to Thunderbolt 4 support, there’s a new Sky Blue color, and prices start at $999 for the current generation model (in the past the entry-level model was the previous generation). Is now a good time to buy a 13-inch MacBook Air? Yes It’s going to be a while before the MacBook Air gets an M5 chip so it’s a good time to buy one. The M4 MacBook Air is an excellent machine and, starting at $999, is the cheapest Mac laptop. You could get a cheaper Mac – the Mac mini costs $599, but for most of us a laptop is what we need. If you can, we recommend spending the $200 extra to get double the storage and better graphics. If you want to buy a MacBook Air check out our round-up of the Best MacBook Air deals and save money, beware that the previous generation cost $100 more for a comparable Mac, so if you are considering a discount on an older models take the new prices into consideration. The only reason not to buy is to wait for the M5 upgrade, probably arriving in the spring of 2026. Should I buy a 15-inch MacBook Air now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,199 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $949.99 View Deal $999 View Deal $1079.88 View Deal $1199 View Deal $1199 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: March 2025 Next update: Spring 2026 There is another MacBook Air to consider. The 15-inch MacBook Air is exactly like the 13-inch MacBook Air only with a bigger display and better speakers. It offers better battery life than the smaller model and offers a larger screen, and while it costs a bit more than the 13-inch model, it is much less than the other Mac laptops with larger screens. The 14-inch MacBook Pro starts at $1,599/£1,599, while the 15-inch MacBook Air starts at $1,199/£1,199, the lowest price the 15-inch MacBook Air has ever started at. If you prefer larger laptops then the 15-inch MacBook Air will save you thousands compared to the 16-inch MacBook Pro and even the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Is now a good time to buy a 15-inch MacBook Air? Yes Apple launched the 15-inch MacBook Air with M4 in March 2025. The only reason not to buy one now is if you want to wait for the M5 upgrade, probably arriving in the spring of 2026. Read our full Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (M4, 2025) review Should I buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,599 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1,538 View Deal $1549 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal $1599 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY (OR WAIT) Last update: October 2025 (M5) Next update: Spring 2026 (M5 Pro & Max) Apple upgraded the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 in October 2025. If that is the model you want then now is a good time to buy one. If you need something a bit more powerful than the entry-level model then you will want to consider the MacBook Pro with M4 Pro or M4 Max chip. Those models arrived in October 2024 and are expected to be updated in spring 2026. The M5 is a good update and the M5 Pro and M5 Max promise to be significant upgrades on the M4 Pro and M4 Max. Whether to wait for the new models depends on whether you want the absolutely fastest and most powerful MacBook, or if you would prefer to take advantage of the knocked down prices on the M4 Pro and Max models. When we reviewed the M5 MacBook Pro we were impressed, but the M4 Pro or M4 Max models offer more ports (including Thunderbolt 5) and superior power. In our review of the M4 Pro models we said they “have what it takes to conquer your processing demands”. Is now a good time to buy a 14-inch MacBook Pro? Yes At $1,599/£1,599 the price of the 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 is a high compared to the 15-inch MacBook Air, which you can get for $1,299/£1,299, but the latter still only offers the M4 chip and the M5 in the MacBook Pro is leaps ahead. So or recommendation right now is to buy the M5 MacBook Pro if you see a good deal. If it’s the M4 Pro or M4 Max edition you are after, our recommendation is buy one, you won’t be disappointed. Just keep in mind that the M5 Pro and Max models are likely to arrive towards the beginning of 2026. If you want to get the best price for a new MacBook Pro check out our round-up of the Best MacBook Pro deals. Read our full Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro (M5, 2025) review Should I buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $2,499 | $2,899 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $2,199 View Deal $2199 View Deal $2234.51 View Deal $2499 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Spring 2026 Back in October 2024, Apple introduced a 16-inch MacBook Pro with M4 Pro or M4 Max. When we reviewed the M4 Pro 16-inch MacBook Pro model we described it as “a powerful workstation and Apple makes the package even better with Thunderbolt 5, the 12MP Center Stage camera, and the Nano-texture glass display option”. If you need the ultimate in processing muscle, you really want an M4 Max chip, but if a $3,499/£3,499 laptop is out of your budget, the M4 Pro models have what it takes to conquer your processing demands. The larger 16-inch model costs more than it’s smaller sibling (above), but if you need more battery life and a bigger screen then this is the model for you. Is now a good time to buy a 16-inch MacBook Pro? Yes The 16-inch MacBook Pro was updated in October 2024, which is a while ago, but it is still a very powerful Mac. The update isn’t expected until spring 2026. Prices are frequently cut by third-party retailers, including Amazon, so our recommendation is that if you can find a good deal then buy one. If it’s power you need and portability isn’t a factor, you may also want to consider the M4 Pro in the Mac mini and a display as a much cheaper option than the 16-inch MacBook Pro. Read our full Apple 16-inch MacBook Pro (M4 Pro, 2024) review Should I buy a 24-inch iMac now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $1,299 | $1,499 | $1,699 | $1,899 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1169.56 View Deal $1,171.06 View Deal $1182.1 View Deal $1299 View Deal $1299 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Spring 2026 The 24-inch iMac is eye-catching, both in terms of the quality of the 4.5K display and the colorful case. The M4 model arrived in October 2024 with each model available in blue, green, orange, pink, purple, yellow, and silver, with all but silver offering a bold tone on the back that is complemented by a paler version on the front. On the inside the differences are impressive. As we said in our review, “the new 16GB RAM standard, the implementation of Thunderbolt across the board, the improved FaceTime camera, and the Nano-texture glass option are all winning moves by Apple.” The M4 chip inside is the same as you can find in the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro and Mac mini. The iMac is less expensive than the MacBook Pro, starting at $1,299/£1,299 compared to $1,599/£1,599 for the MacBook Pro, but the MacBook Pro is better equipped, with a 10-core GPU, rather than the 8-core GPU found in that entry-level iMac. There’s also double the storage in the MacBook (512GB compared to 256GB). If you are looking for the best value though, the Mac mini is much cheaper than the iMac, starting at $599/£599 for the same spec. Is now a good time to buy a 24-inch iMac? Yes While we feel that it is overpriced, we accept that there are places for which the iMac is ideal–reception desks, living rooms, and so on. If If you’re looking for a new, complete Mac setup– a computer, display, and input devices–the M4 iMac is a great choice. If you do want to buy one then do not pay full price, check our round-up of the best iMac deals. If you need an iMac that is designed with creative pros in mind you should look at the Mac mini with M4 Pro. Read our full Apple iMac (M4, 2024) review Should I buy a Mac mini now or wait? Price When Reviewed: $599 | $799 | $999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $499 View Deal $599 View Deal $699 View Deal $720.92 View Deal $799 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide View more prices Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: October 2024 Next update: Spring 2026 Apple introduced the M4 Mac mini and M4 Pro Mac mini in October 2024. The Mac mini with M4 or M4 Pro is the long awaited successor to the M2 Mac mini and M2 Pro version. The Mac mini is now even smaller, but it’s just as powerful as any other M4 equipped Mac. The performance and value on offer for just $599/£599 is excellent, if you are trying to spec up a machine to meet higher demands we found that can be expensive, but that is the case with all of Apple’s build-to-order options. The pro version of the Mac mini does much to fill the gap left by the removal of the 27-inch iMac, as long as you have a decent monitor you can use. Is now a good time to buy a Mac mini? Yes We recommend the M4 Mac mini. It offers the same specs as the other M4 Macs for much less money, the only difference being the absence of a screen. But since you can buy a decent 4K display for less than £300/$300 we don’t think that is a big problem. See our round-up of the best monitors for Mac. The M4 Pro Mac mini is a great option for anyone who needs affordable power. The only reason to hold off buying is if you want to wait for Apple to update the Mac Studio with M2 Max and M2 Ultra. However, the Mac Studio starts at $1,999/£2,099, while the M2 Pro Mac mini offers much better value at $1,299/£1,299. If you want to buy a Mac mini now check out our round-up of the Best Mac mini deals. Should I buy a Mac Studio now or wait? Price When Reviewed: £1,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $1899 View Deal $1999 View Deal $1999 View Deal $2199 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket BUY Last update: March 2025Next update: 2026 The Mac Studio arrived in March 2022, was then updated in June 2023, and has now been updated again for 2025. We have always been impressed by the Mac Studio’s processing power, port flexibility and price, and feel that for many it is a suitable replacement for an Intel Mac Pro. The only point of contention with the Mac Studio in 2025 is the slightly confusing existence of the M3 Ultra and M4 Max together in the line up at the same time. Rather than introducing a M4 Ultra Apple is selling a M3 Ultra version. This is still going to be more powerful than the M4 Max, but it won’t be as powerful as the M4 Ultra, which we assume will eventually turn up in the Mac Pro. In our review of the model that arrived in June 2023, we said that: “The Mac Studio is the ideal Mac–it’s powerful, priced appropriately, has lots of ports for connecting devices, and it won’t take up a lot of desk space,” and described it as a “complete package of processing power, features, and design”. Is now a good time to buy a Mac Studio? Yes After a long wait Apple updated the Mac Studio in March 2025. The M4 Max model is a fraction of the price of the M4 Max MacBook Pro, so we recommend it if you need a powerful Mac and don’t need to carry it around with you. If you need a powerful Mac and don’t want to wait for Apple to update the Mac Pro then the M3 Ultra version is sure to meet your needs, and it will cost a lot less than the Mac Pro will when Apple updates it with an M4 Ultra chip. Take advantage of the Best Mac Studio deals, because we do see some big discounts on these models. Read our full Apple Mac Studio (M2 Max, 2023) review Should I buy a Mac Pro now or wait? Price When Reviewed: From $6,999 Best Prices Today: Retailer Price $6999 View Deal Check Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket WAIT Last update: June 2023 Next update: Spring 2026 Apple launched the Mac Pro M2 Ultra in June 2023, three and a half years after the range was last updated in December 2019. That was the first update since December 2013 (which was a wait of six years!) It’s more than two years since the last update to the Mac Pro, which given Apple’s track record isn’t that bad… The main benefit of the 2019 Mac Pro design is shared by the design of the 2023 Mac Pro: it offers PCIe expansion slots (seven in total) and its modular design should mean that there is the potential for SSD upgrades down the line (although RAM won’t be upgradable and nor will the GPU or CPU). The Mac Pro has a lot of competition in the form of the Mac Studio, which offered the exact same spec as the Mac Studio for less money. In March 2025 Apple shook this situation up by updating the Mac Studio with an M4 Max and M3 Ultra chip, suggesting that when the M4 Ultra Mac Pro does eventually launch there will be a clearer distinction between it and the Mac Studio. For now, the Mac Pro brings an extra fan, more ports and there is a rack-mounted option, but until Apple updates it the Mac Pro is not the company’s fastest Mac. Is now a good time to buy a Mac Pro? No The disadvantage is that Apple hasn’t updated the Mac Pro since mid 2023. Since then the M4 Pro has more than caught up with the M2 Max, the M4 Max has edged ahead of the M2 Ultra, and now the M3 Ultra has arrived on the Mac Studio taking the Mac Pro’s prize as the most powerful Mac. If you need power then the Mac Pro isn’t looking as attractive next to its siblings right now. When the Mac Pro is finally updated we expect it to leap ahead, so our recommendation it to wait. We expect an update at, or before, WWDC 2026. For buying advice on the best Windows laptops, see our sister site PCWorld.04:44 pmDeals: M5 MacBook Pro $140 off, Apple Watch SE 3 all-time low, Nomad MagSafe stand 30% off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: M5 MacBook Pro $140 off, Apple Watch SE 3 all-time low, Nomad MagSafe stand 30% off, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready to roll, combining a long list of Apple Singles’ Day 2025 deals with the early Black Friday offers. We have the best prices ever on M4 MacBook Air and AirPods 4, M4 Mac mini from $499, and much more, but Amazon is also now offering its best price yet on the new M5 MacBook Pro at over $140 off. All of those offers join the first price drop on the new 44mm Apple Watch SE 3 Midnight model at $230 and clearance pricing on Nomad’s gorgeous metal and glass MagSafe charging stand at 30% off. Everything awaits in detail below. more…