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- Thursday May 14
- 03:29 pmDeals: Most affordable M5 MacBook Pro $1,499, base 16-inch M5 Pro $250 off, iPhone 16e from $449, more | 9 to 5 MacDeals: Most affordable M5 MacBook Pro $1,499, base 16-inch M5 Pro $250 off, iPhone 16e from $449, more
While Amazon is shipping MacBook Neo from $590 as early as tomorrow, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the most affordable M5 MacBook Pro you can buy back at $1,499 Amazon low ($300 off launch price), alongside the base model 16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro at $249 off and Apple’s 48GB M5 Pro MacBook Pro at $300 off. You can also land rare deals on iPhone 16e down as low as $449 at Amazon today and Apple’s 13-inch M4/M5 iPad Pro Magic Keyboard at 25% off. Just be sure to scope out the now live ecobee 2026 Memorial Day sale at up to $120 off and even more down below. more…03:03 pmiPhone bucks trend as US smartphone market stumbles
New data shows iPhone managing to buck the US smartphone sales slump in the first quarter of 2026. iPhone 17 has a lot to do with it. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)03:00 pmApple’s Liquid Glass design wins four Art Directors Club Awards
Apple’s groundbreaking new software design language, Liquid Glass, introduced with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.02:59 pmUnexpected US carrier joint venture fires up to expand iPhone cell coverage
Unlikely partners AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have announced a joint venture that will help ensure iPhone users can get a signal even in previous cellular dead spots.AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon are working together on coverageWorking together for once, the companies have announced an agreement in principle to use satellite-based technologies to help reduce their gaps in coverage. They expect those in unserved and underserved communities to benefit the most.Once up and running, the new venture should help people maintain a connection even in areas that normally have limited service. It's also hoped that the days of remote areas having no cell service will be a thing of the past. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:37 pmAnother OpenAI hack puts ChatGPT Mac users on an update deadline
OpenAI is forcing Mac users to update ChatGPT and other desktop apps soon, after a supply chain attack exposed signing certificates that Apple's security systems use to verify trusted software.OpenAI is forcing Mac users to update ChatGPTThe company disclosed the incident on May 13 and confirmed malware linked to the "Mini Shai-Hulud" attack infected two employee devices through the TanStack npm ecosystem. Investigators identified unauthorized access activity in a limited set of internal source code repositories connected to those employees.OpenAI rotated its signing certificates and re-signed affected apps to prevent potential misuse of the exposed credentials. The company found no evidence that customer data, production systems, or intellectual property were compromised during the incident.Apple's macOS security protections will block apps signed with the older certificates after June 12, which makes the update mandatory for affected Mac users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:31 pmCarPlay just gained two new audio apps to keep you entertained on your next trip
CarPlay continues to improve in two ways. iOS 26 gives the in-car experience new features like widgets and upgraded Music and Messages apps. Meanwhile, new third-party CarPlay apps are regularly added that enhance the platform. This week, two new audio apps arrive on CarPlay in time for your next summer road trip. more…02:30 pmToday in Apple history: Computer retail giant’s closure hits NeXT hard
On May 14, 1992, Steve Jobs' NeXT ran into trouble as it lost a crucial deal with Businessland after the giant retailer closed its stores. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)02:06 pmThieves are unlocking and making more money from stolen and locked iPhones
The theft of smartphones is big business, and new research has shown how iPhone thieves are able to defeat security measures designed to make stolen devices impossible to use.Thieves have new ways to gain access to stolen iPhonesApple has built various security features into the iPhone in an attempt to make thieves less likely to target its customers. At the core of those features is the Find My network, the system that makes it possible to locate lost (and stolen) devices.The Find My network allows iPhone owners to mark their device as stolen, preventing it from being used. Normally, a device marked as lost cannot be used until its rightful owner provides their credentials. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:05 pmApple has won a prestigious award for iOS 26’s Liquid Glass design
Apple was just recognized with a prestigious award for its Liquid Glass design in iOS 26. Here are the details. more…02:00 pmApple assembler Foxconn reports forecast-beating 19% jump in Q1 profit
Taiwan's Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker and Apple's top iPhone assembler, reported on Thursday a 19% rise in… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:50 pmNew luggage tracker is the loudest reason to ditch AirTags for travel [Review] ★★★★★
The Knog Scout Travel is a tracker tag that stands out with an 85 decimal motion-sensitive alarm. Put it on your suitcase, and if someone moves it, the tag will let everyone nearby know it. And it supports Apple’s Find My network, so the tag (and your luggage) can be tracked down almost anywhere if […] (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:45 pmiPhone 17 Pro has the fastest charging speed of 33 phones tested
Of 33 current smartphones tested, the iPhone 17 Pro offered the fastest overall charging speed, when wired and wireless charging times are averaged. Apple also took four out of the five top places when it came to wireless charging speeds specifically, with manufacturing precision the likely reason … more…01:43 pmYour iPhone might soon have zero dead zones thanks to a new carrier joint venture
The top three wireless service providers in the US are teaming up to eliminate coverage dead zones. AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile are forming a joint venture that will involve satellites, though the announcement is light on specifics. more…01:42 pmShrinking season 4 just got a big release timing update
Shrinking concluded its third season just last month, but thanks to a new update from star Harrison Ford, it sounds like the wait for season 4 could be surprisingly short. more…01:23 pmTwelve South PowerClip: An emergency charger you might actually carry 24/7
Forgot your backup charger again? The tiny new Twelve South PowerClip solves that problem and saves you from battery drain. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:15 pmMacBook Neo review, two months later: Almost a MacBook Pro beater
The MacBook Neo is not only the Apple laptop that the majority should buy, but it's also almost good enough to recommend to some MacBook Pro buyers as well.MacBook Neo review: The Mac laptop for most peopleI've been using a $599 Blush (read, pink) MacBook Neo for a few weeks now, and I'm in love. It's a wonderful little laptop whose iPhone-powering chip belies its capabilities.I'm going to cut to the chase right out of the gate. Any worries about the performance of the Neo's A18 Pro chip were allayed within five minutes of unboxing the thing. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:12 pmPSA: A security breach means you must update the ChatGPT Mac app
If you use the ChatGPT desktop app on Mac, you’ll be forced to update it sometime between now and June 12. That’s due to a security breach involving two OpenAI employee devices … more…01:02 pmXi Jinping warmly welcomes U.S. CEOs on first day of President Trump’s China visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping warmly welcomed a delegation of U.S. CEOs on Thursday, the first day of President Trump’s visit to China… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.01:00 pmHow you can stop the endless madness of iPhone notifications
If your phone is always blowing up with junk, you can stop notifications dead in their tracks and entirely disable notifications per-app. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)12:56 pmGet an unlocked iPhone 16e with extra storage for under $500 today
Macworld Renewed Premium Apple iPhone 16e, 256GB View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text = this.closest("#sticky-promo-block").querySelector("p.promo-title").textContent; const data = { event: "stickyConversionUnitClick", eventCategory: "Sticky Conversion", eventAction: "Click", eventLabel: text }; if(debug)console.log("Sticky Conversion CLick - pushing to dataLayer: ", data); dataLayer.push(data); return true; }); })(); Getting a brand new iPhone is absolutely fantastic, but budgets are tight these days. So, if you don’t care that someone tried out the phone before you did, a Renewed Premium iPhone 16e is only going to cost you $484 at Amazon right now, more than $200 off its original $699 retail price. This refurbished phone was marked as “Premium,” which means there are no visible scratches or dents from 12 inches away, the battery has at least 90 percent health, and it comes with all its accessories. Amazon even offers a 30-day return policy and a 12-month warranty. The phone is also fully unlocked, so you won’t have to worry about connecting it to any specific network. The iPhone 16e isn’t Apple’s newest phone, but it’s still a stellar budget-friendly phone with a 6.1-inch XDR OLED display, 1,200 nits of peak brightness, and an excellent battery. The A16 chip under the hood means this phone is perfectly ready for any Apple Intelligence tasks and then some. Plus, it’s also super fast to launch apps, swap between them, and generally do your bidding, and you’ll get support for years and years to come. When we reviewed this phone last year, we praised its performance and battery life, as well as its Apple Intelligence support, but balked a bit at the price, which is why we love this deal so much. So, if you’ve been searching for a decently-priced iPhone, this near-perfect renewed 16e for $484 is a fantastic pick.