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- 07:20 pm‘Breaking Bad’ stars unite in new Apple TV ‘Pluribus’ promo – Drew Barrymore and Carol Burnett, too | Mac Daily News‘Breaking Bad’ stars unite in new Apple TV ‘Pluribus’ promo – Drew Barrymore and Carol Burnett, too
It's got "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul" devotees are buzzing as Apple TV has dropped an inventive 100-second teaser ad for "Pluribus." The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:01 pmYour iRobot vacuum is in danger as the company bleeds out
The continued existence of iRobot is questionable, as it is spending the last of the money it has to keep its already-sold products alive in the hopes of finding more cash or a buyer.Roomba - Image Credit: iRobotThe third-quarter financial results for iRobot were a disaster, with the company reporting it had cash and cash equivalents under $25 million. This is a considerable step down from its balance sheet in June, which said it had over $40 million available to it.A drop in revenue in the quarter saw it bring in just $145.8 million for the period, versus $193.4 million in the year-ago quarter. The cash went down because of the reduced revenue, forcing it to rely on its cash reserves. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums06:49 pmNew AirPods Pro could introduce three unique changes for Apple
Apple just launched AirPods Pro 3 this fall, but rumors for the next model of AirPods Pro are already coming, highlighting three unique changes Apple may have on the horizon. more…06:41 pmApple TV execs dismiss introducing an ad tier, buying Warner Bros. Discovery
Apple execs say Apple TV shows and movies are about "emotional" experiences.06:19 pmPSA: watchOS 26 might keep changing your Apple Watch’s volume
watchOS 26 adds a variety of improvements to your Apple Watch, like watch face hints, a new Notes app, and more. There’s also a new feature that’s meant to ensure sounds from notifications, Siri, and more aren’t too loud or too quiet at any time. more…06:01 pmiPod changed the world in 2001 — before being killed by the iPhone
If the iMac saved Apple, the iPod that shipped on November 10, 2021 launched it into the stratosphere, changing this recovering computer firm into a giant one that revolutionized the music business.You wanted an iPod so badly — image credit: AppleWe still have podcasts because of it, but otherwise if you see the word "iPod" now, you think it's a typo and was supposed to be "iPad." yet back on November 10, 2001, the first iPod went on sale, with its then extraordinary ability to store up to 1,000 songs, and changed the world.That isn't the hyperbole it sounds, since the iPod went on to be everywhere, owned by everyone, and those white earbuds became a fashion statement across the world. Plus at the same time, the iPod led to the iTunes Store, and it led to the total revamp of how music was sold. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums05:45 pmThe Mac is Apple’s weak spot — but that’s about to change
The Mac isn’t carrying its weight. It’s Apple’s lowest-selling product line, sitting behind even the Apple Watch. Apple needs a fresh angle. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:30 pmToday in Apple history: Microsoft reveals its plans for Windows 1.0
On November 10, 1983, Microsoft told the world about a new product it planned to launch called Windows 1.0. Apple faced a brand-new rival! (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)05:19 pmMacSurfer is back! Beloved Apple news aggregator revived under passionate new ownership | Mac Daily NewsMacSurfer is back! Beloved Apple news aggregator revived under passionate new ownership
MacSurfer.com, the venerable daily roundup of Apple news that once served as a morning ritual for Apple Mac enthusiasts, is officially back… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.05:04 pmWhoa! Forget Black Friday, the AirPods 4 just dropped to a new best price
Macworld Well, well, well, it looks like there’s no need to wait for Black Friday if you were planning on getting the Apple AirPods 4 earbuds because they just dropped to a brand new, lowest price of $85 at Amazon. The AirPods 4 are absolutely fantastic, and they’re some of our favorite earbuds. When we reviewed the ANC version of these earbuds, we gave them a 4.5-star rating, loving just how great the audio quality is. It also doesn’t hurt that these earbuds are now sweat and water-resistant, so they’ll survive your workouts just fine, and that they come with a USB-C charging case. The battery life on these earbuds, when charging them with the case, is about 30 hours of play time, which is fantastic, and the buds hold about 5 hours of power before needing to be thrown back into the case for a bit. The H2 chip inside the buds improves the quality of phone calls, reduces background noise, and delivers an overall better experience both when chatting with friends and when listening to music. You also get access to Siri, asking her to make calls, play songs, and so on, which is always great to be able to do. Stop wasting time and get the Apple AirPods 4 for $85 while they’re still down to their best price. AirPods 4 get best price ahead of Black FridayBuy now at Amazon04:59 pmApple could open iPhone satellite features to third-party apps
Apple wants to expand iPhone satellite connectivity beyond emergencies, adding support for third-party apps and offline navigation in Maps. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)04:55 pm2026 is shaping up to be the year of the Mac
Macworld The holiday shopping season is upon us, and it’s a popular time of year to shop for a new Mac. Apple’s selection right now is as good as it’s ever been; however, if you’re buying a Mac more because you want to and less because you need to, there are very good reasons to wait until next year. The latest report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reiterates Apple’s big plans for the Mac in 2026. In the first half of the year, Apple plans to ship the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro. Apple usually ships these high-end laptops along with the base M-series MacBook Pro, but it changed its release cycle this year when the M5 MacBook Pro was released about three weeks ago, sans the Pro and Max models. According to a previous report, the delay was caused by Apple’s redesign of the M5 Pro and Max, which separates the CPU and GPU blocks, allowing for more customization of cores. The M5 MacBook Air will be released, too, though it’s not clear if it will be at the same time as the new MacBook Pro. And then there’s the rumored affordable MacBook that uses an iPhone chip, made to compete with Chromebooks and cheap Windows PCs. Gurman then says that in the middle of 2026 (we’re guessing between May and WWDC26 in June), Apple will update two desktop Macs. The Mac mini will get the M5 and M5 Pro, and the Mac Studio will get the M5 Max and M5 Ultra. Then, around this time next year, the M6 MacBook Pro will be released. That’s a pretty big Mac release schedule, but Apple has even bigger plans. Previous reports indicate that Apple is planning a major overhaul of the MacBook Pro, featuring an OLED display, a thinner design, and a touchscreen in the M6 Pro and M6 Max models. Gurman thinks these laptops will be released late next year or in early 2027. Conspicuously missing from the schedule are the iMac and the Mac Pro. Both of these are low-volume sales machines for Apple, so it’s not surprising that they are on longer update cycles. The iMac currently has an M4, so it seems feasible that Apple could upgrade it to an M5 or skip a generation and wait for the M6; no reports have been made about an iMac chip or design update. The Mac Pro, however, tops out with an M2 Ultra chip, which has been eclipsed by the M4 Pro, M4 Max, and M3 Ultra in terms of CPU performance. We haven’t heard any solid reports have been made about the Mac Pro, though perhaps the aforementioned high-end M5 chip block redesign will play a role in the tower Mac’s release.04:45 pmDeals: AirPods 4 hit $85 all-time low, M4 Max MacBook Pro up to $699 off, Apple 240W USB-C cable 38% off, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: AirPods 4 hit $85 all-time low, M4 Max MacBook Pro up to $699 off, Apple 240W USB-C cable 38% off, more
The official Week 2 Black Friday month deals are now live at Best Buy, Target, Amazon, and elsewhere. Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is starting with what is arguably the most notable deal of the lot – AirPods 4 have hit a new Amazon all-time low down at $85 shipped. That’s a current-generation set of AirPods at under $90 and a seriously notable discount. This offer also joins the ongoing all-time lows on the M4 MacBook Air lineup, a massive $699 off this M4 Max MacBook Pro, and the best Amazon price ever on Apple’s 2-meter 240W USB-C cable. Head below for everything include the official Amazon Black Friday 2025 sale details that were just announced this morning. more…04:24 pmIkea's new Matter lineup, smart home maintenance and more on HomeKit Insider
On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your host talks about the massive Ikea Matter smarthome launch, reviews Apple's new OS updates, and gives some maintenance tips for your smart home.HomeKit Insider PodcastSince the last HomeKit Insider episode, Apple released all of its 26.1 OS updates. And, we got the first betas for the 26.2 versions of all the different platforms too!With the 26.1 update, Apple introduced a rebrand for Apple TV+, getting rid of the plus sign. There is a new intro bumper for Apple TV content that was shot with practical effects, and a colorful new app icon to go with the rebrand. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums04:04 pmBig Tech may benefit as EU considers easing AI regulations
Apple, Meta Platforms, and other tech giants could gain a reprieve from the EU's AI regulations, as the European Commission considers… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.03:47 pmM5 Mac mini and Mac Studio launch timing revealed in new report
Last week we learned that Apple plans to release new M5 Mac mini and Mac Studio models next year, but now thanks to a new report we have a much better idea of when to expect each launch. more…03:41 pmAirPods 4 fall to record low $84.99 at Amazon before Black Friday
After launching a sale on AirPods 4 this weekend, Amazon has gone one step further and slashed the price to an all-time best $84.99 as the countdown to Black Friday begins.Amazon has dropped AirPods 4 to the lowest price ever before Black Friday.Early Black Friday deals are heating up on Apple gear, and today we're following a steeper price drop on AirPods 4 to the tune of 34% off.Buy AirPods from $84.99 Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums03:20 pmBundle Hunt Black Friday 2025 up to 90% off: 35+ Mac apps – build your own bundle from $2.50 | 9 to 5 MacBundle Hunt Black Friday 2025 up to 90% off: 35+ Mac apps – build your own bundle from $2.50
The 2025 Bundle Black Friday deals is now live. This offer can make for a notable chance to shore up your macOS (or Windows) setup at some seriously discounted prices – you’re looking at a collection of 35 apps (more on this below) from developer tools and a host productivity helpers to analytic suites for power users, and PDF editors, just for starters, many of which at giant price drops. Get a closer look below. more…03:09 pmThree reasons you might have to wait for Car Key support
Apple’s Car Key might seem like a no-brainer. Ditch your bulky and expensive-to-replace car fob and instead simply use your iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock your car. But while you might expect iPhone owners to be eager to use it, and car makers keen to meet this demand, a new report suggests that there are three barriers to wider adoption … more…03:01 pmApple’s 20th Anniversary iPhone to feature front-facing camera hidden under display | Mac Daily NewsApple’s 20th Anniversary iPhone to feature front-facing camera hidden under display
A Chinese leaker claimed today that Apple will hide the front-facing camera under the display in its 2027 iPhone, supporting reports that… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.