IKEA acknowledges connectivity problems with budget Matter-over-Thread devices
Swedish self-assembly furniture giant IKEA has made an additional name for itself through its growing range of budget-priced smart home devices. But if you were thinking of picking up some of its new Matter-over-Thread products, you may want to wait a little while. There have been a number of frustrated posts from people experiencing connectivity problems with Apple Home and other smart home ecosystems, and IKEA has acknowledged the issues … more…

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FBI Couldn't Get Into Reporter's iPhone Because It Had Lockdown Mode Enabled
The FBI has been unable to access a Washington Post reporter's seized iPhone because it was in Lockdown Mode, a sometimes overlooked feature that makes iPhones broadly more secure, according to recently filed court records. 404Media: The court record shows what devices and data the FBI was able to ultimately access, and which devices it could not, after raiding the home of the reporter, Hannah Natanson, in January as part of an investigation into leaks of classified information. It also provides rare insight into the apparent effectiveness of Lockdown Mode, or at least how effective it might be before the FBI may try other techniques to access the device. "Because the iPhone was in Lockdown mode, CART could not extract that device," the court record reads, referring to the FBI's Computer Analysis Response Team, a unit focused on performing forensic analyses of seized devices. The document is written by the government, and is opposing the return of Natanson's devices. The FBI raided Natanson's home as part of its investigation into government contractor Aurelio Perez-Lugones, who is charged with, among other things, retention of national defense information. The government believes Perez-Lugones was a source of Natanson's, and provided her with various pieces of classified information. While executing a search warrant for his mobile phone, investigators reviewed Signal messages between Pere-Lugones and the reporter, the Department of Justice previously said. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

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Very late iPhone Fold display decision could mean fewer scratches than competition
Very late in the engineering process, Apple is reportedly considering using a premium display film for its first foldable iPhone, making it more scratch- and damage-resistant than phones from Samsung and others.Plans are afoot for a premium display film for the first foldable iPhone - Image Credit: AppleInsiderAccording to a new The Elec report, Apple is considering two different film materials that will sit atop the iPhone's foldable glass. The film is the component users actually touch, and is there to help prevent damage to the underlying display.While Samsung uses a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film on its foldable phones, Apple has other plans. It's reportedly considering using a transparent polyimide (PI) film instead. Rumor Score: 🤔 Possible Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Here’s how Apple may protect the display of the iPhone Fold
Apple appears to be working hard to ensure it doesn’t repeat Samsung’s mistakes when it launches the iPhone Fold. A new report says the company is considering the use of a new built-in screen protector with exceptional surface hardness and scratch resistance. It follows an earlier report on another move Apple is said to be making in order to maximize the robustness of the upcoming model … more…

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Apple Maps & Apple Ads aren't popular enough for the EU to regulate
The European Union has decided not to add Apple Maps or Apple Ads to list of online services sufficiently large enough to come under the purview of the Digital Markets Act.EU probe concludes that Apple Maps does not qualify to come under the Digital Markets ActWhen the EU first announced a list of gatekeepers, they included six Big Tech firms, ranging from Apple to ByteDance, then the owner of TikTok. In November 2025, the European Commission began investigating Apple Maps and also Apple Ads, to see if they meet this criteria.Now according to Reuters, the regulator has decided against designating either service as a gatekeeper. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Galaxy XR Is Impressive. The Problem Is Nobody Needs It (Yet)
The question is not whether the Galaxy XR is impressive, but whether it fits into everyday life enough to justify the cost, setup, and friction of wearing it. The post appeared first on TechNewsWorld.

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Apple Arcade's 'Civilization VII' is good, but falls short of greatness
Civilization VII arriving on Apple Arcade shows how far Apple's gaming ambitions have come, and how poorly the service fits games designed to evolve over years rather than ship once and stand still.Civilization VII on iPad in Apple ArcadeCivilization has always been about long, immersive play where you think across centuries. The game rewards long-term planning and punishes short-sighted decisions.Over the years, each game in the series has evolved through expansions, updates, and overhauls, making growth a key part of its identity. Players now view each release as a starting point rather than the end. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Spotify is about to start selling physical books for some reason
Spotify is about to allow premium subscribers in the US and UK to buy physical books through the app, in a move the company expects to drive revenue for both itself and indie bookstores. It’s an expansion of the company’s partnership with bookshop.org on audiobooks, but it’s hard to see how the move makes any kind of sense … more…

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Low-cost MacBook on track for spring release, and $750 price
While the rumor mill has missed most of its guesses about the MacBook Pro release so far, it apparently feels confident about predictions for a low-cost MacBook coming in the spring.Apple could be looking to bring out a successor to its lower cost MacBookAs we approach the expected spring 2026 release of the low-cost MacBook, the rumor mill accelerates predictions, leaks and outright guess-work about the new unit. Mirror Daily throws its hat into the ring with not just specifications, but also expected order volumes for the unit.Specs that the publication claims for the unit aren't particularly revelatory. It assumes the A18 Pro processor will be used in the machine, as is the case with most of the rumors to date. Rumor Score: 🤯 Likely Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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From ‘1984’ to 2026: The complete history of Apple at the Super Bowl
Macworld You might have heard that the biggest football game of the year is happening this Sunday (“American football” for those in the U.K.). But it’s not just about the New England Patriots versus the Seattle Seahawks–the Super Bowl is the most-watched sporting event in the U.S. as much for the commercials as for the game. Apple made what is perhaps the most memorable commercial in Super Bowl history way back in 1984. This often leads to the thought that Apple and the Super Bowl go hand-in-hand, but actually, Apple’s history with the game is quite short. Still, every year we hope Apple uses the biggest stage to showcase or tease a new product. And every year we’re disappointed. But Apple Music does sponsor the Super Bowl halftime show, and this year it features pop superstar Bad Bunny. Suffice it to say, it will be watched by some 100 million people, one of the largest audiences Apple has ever had. It’s the fourth time Apple has sponsored the show, and, as with the previous shows, it will be a spectacle, though not really a showcase of Apple products. Before we get to Sunday, here’s a history of Apple at the Super Bowl. 1984 (1984) Apple’s “1984” ad is often called the greatest commercial in Super Bowl history. Directed by Ridley Scott of “Alien” and “Blade Runner” fame, the 60-second ad only aired once, as one of the first commercials in the third quarter of Super Bowl XVIII. Its theme was based on George Orwell’s novel, “1984,” and the commercial’s bleak, dystopian imagery struck a chord during an era of populist conservatism and the Cold War. It was designed to generate hype for the announcement of the Macintosh a couple of days later on January 24, 1984, and it certainly accomplished its goal. Scott’s direction left a lasting impression on popular culture, so much so that “Apple” and “Super Bowl” are synonymous–even though this ad didn’t feature a single Apple product. Lemmings (1985) In 1985, Apple–well aware of how effective “1984” was–aired a second ad during Super Bowl XIX. Titled “Lemmings,” the commercial was directed by Tony Scott, brother of Ridley, and features a similar tone to promote a new software suite called Macintosh Office, which was designed to connect a Macintosh to a printer and a file server. The ad tried to capture the tone of “1984” and it definitely left an impression on viewers–just not the one Apple intended. With a massive hype campaign that included seat cushions during the big game and full-page newspaper ads warning viewers to skip their fourth-quarter bathroom break–“Lemmings” didn’t sit well with viewers. People watching found the ad depressing and insulting, and nowhere near as enticing as “1984.” HAL (1999) After the “Lemmings” debacle, 15 years went by before Apple decided to debut a new commercial during the Super Bowl. The ad starred HAL from “2001: A Space Odyssey,” and with Stanley Kubrick’s blessing, was part of a theme with the AI antagonist that included the Macworld San Francisco and WWDC keynotes. The ad came during a time when there was growing concern that computers would stop working in the new year because of the Y2K bug, since PCs couldn’t understand the year 2000, and chaos would ensue. Apple used the ad to promote the Mac’s immunity to the Y2K bug due to its ability to understand years up to 29,940. Even though the Y2K bug turned out to be much ado about nothing, Apple’s third and final Super Bowl ad became a cult hit among fans. I Fought the Law (2004) While not technically an Apple ad, Pepsi’s 2004 commercial to announce its partnership with iTunes certainly felt like one. Featuring a Green Day cover of Sonny Curtis’s “I Fought the Law,” the ad featured 16 teenagers who were sued by the RIAA for illegally downloading music from the internet during Napster’s popularity. Ironically, it’s the only Super Bowl ad here to actually feature an Apple product–not an iPod but an iMac G4. The ad and the promotional campaign were a hit and helped propel the iTunes Music Store, which was barely a year old at the time, to new heights. Rihanna (2023) After the HAL commercial, Apple didn’t have a direct presence during the Super Bowl. But Apple came back in 2023 as the major sponsor of the Super Bowl’s show within a show, the halftime presentation. Apple called it the Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show featuring Rihanna, who had not performed live in public since 2018. Apple hyped its new presence at the Super Bowl for weeks leading up to the game within Apple Music’s Road to Halftime section, which included radio shows, live broadcasts, interviews, and Apple Music playlists. Usher (2024) Apple’s sponsorship of the halftime show wasn’t a one-time thing. Apple came back the next year with the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show featuring User. Apple Music has a special section dedicated to the show, with a behind-the-scenes video (shot on iPhone, of course), the set list, Spatial Audio versions of songs, an interview, DJ mixes, and radio shows that were live from the Super Bowl. Kendrick Lamar (2025) The Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show featuring Kendrick Lamar during Super Bowl LIX got a lot of buzz because of the “rap beef” between Lamar and Drake that had been going on before the game. According to the NFL, Lamar’s performance attracted 133.5 million viewers, the most ever for a Super Bowl halftime show. That’s a lot of eyes seeing the Apple Music logo. You can relive the performance on Apple Music or on YouTube. Bad Bunny (2026) Even though Apple Music is the sponsor of the Super Bowl Halftime Show, the performer is chosen by Roc Nation, the entertainment company owned by rapper Jay-Z, according to The Athletic. This year, the pick is Bad Bunny, who hails from Puerto Rico (a U.S.-governed territory) and last weekend won several Grammy awards, including the coveted Album of the Year. The Bad Bunny Road to Halftime Apple Music site offers Spatial Audio, an interview, and a trailer; it will have more content leading up to and after the show. This year the Invites app has gotten into the fun too with an “exclusive visual featuring Bad Bunny. But will there be a new Apple ad during the big game as well? Thus far, there aren’t any rumors that Apple is running a commercial, but Apple would probably want to keep such a thing under wraps. Plus, it’s common for the halftime show sponsor to run an ad during the Super Bowl—Pepsi, Bridgestone, Sprint, AOL, and others all had separate ads in addition to the sponsorship. A Super Bowl spot is definitely possible, though it’s more likely that it’s a commercial in current rotation and not one that was specially made for the Super Bowl.

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Three ways Apple achieved the best iPhone sales in history in China
Apple reported record-breaking earnings in the final quarter of last year, and CEO Tim Cook highlighted growth in iPhone sales in China as a key reason for this. This was a dramatic reversal after 18 months of declining sales in the country, and analysts say there are three reasons for this … more…

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The Super Bowl wouldn’t be super without Apple
Macworld Computers and sports–two things that should never be appreciated together, if you accept the high-school stereotypes about jocks versus nerds. Today we live in a post-Moneyball world where nerds with computers have quantified every aspect of athletic performance. But back in 1984, who would have expected that the big winner of the Super Bowl would be… Apple Computer? But it’s true: Apple and the Super Bowl have been making milestones for decades. It’s a nerds-and-jocks love story for the ages, except these days it’s more about musicians than jocks. Let’s look at Apple’s long history with the Super Bowl. The commercial era Of course, we begin with the most famous commercial in Super Bowl history: Apple’s “1984” ad. It aired during Super Bowl XVIII, in which the Los Angeles Raiders defeated the Washington Redskins 38 to 9. (That game kicked off a run of five straight Super Bowl blow-outs. It wasn’t a very good Super Bowl Era.) But Apple’s ad, directed by Ridley Scott, got everyone talking–and extended beyond the game, with news stories discussing its surprising impact. I can’t say for sure, but it feels like the cultural impact of the “1984” ad helped create the entire concept of the tentpole Super Bowl commercial, high-concept and high-priced productions designed to get people talking outside the game itself. These days, those kinds of ad campaigns are everywhere. In the weeks before the Super Bowl, ads begin to appear that are merely trailers for forthcoming Super Bowl ad campaigns. In the months afterward, those Super Bowl ads often get chopped up into smaller bits and recycled to help make the economics work. Apple’s “1984” ad wasn’t like that. While it was designed to tease the introduction of the original Macintosh–and what a modern concept that is, an ad that’s teasing the future release of an unannounced product–it was meant to stand alone. Scott’s commercial, featuring gray faces in rows listening to a Big Brother rant as a woman in colorful clothes runs in slow motion, chased by jack-booted thugs, played on (and amplified!) Apple’s reputation as a different kind of company. It seems like Apple’s board and its CEO, John Sculley, hated the ad. Steve Jobs loved it, because it was exactly his vibe: Apple as iconoclastic rebel, changing the world through the release of a very different kind of computer, the Mac. Of course, the next year, Apple blew it. As the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl XIX, Apple aired the baffling ad “Lemmings,” directed by Ridley Scott’s brother Tony. It’s got the same discordant soundtrack, the same grim production design…it’s very clear that the brief was “let’s do that ‘1984’ ad again.” The ad features a bunch of blindfolded people in business attire marching in a sort of suicidal conga line until they plunge over a cliff one at a time, all while whistling off-key “High-Ho” from “Snow White.” The “Lemmings” voiceover, designed to mirror the voiceover at the end of “1984,” instead introduces something called The Macintosh Office. Don’t fret if you’ve never heard of the Macintosh Office, because it never really shipped. Besides, it was just a business bundle consisting of Macs, a file server (that never materialized), and a LaserWriter. Pause for a moment and marvel at just how badly the corporate suits misunderstood the power of “1984,” which showed a dystopia waiting to be disrupted by a revolutionary new product. They took the trappings of that ad and instead made it about a complicated business hardware bundle and portrayed the potential buyers as lemmings walking mindlessly over a cliff. A business hardware bundle! Why! What a disaster! The Apple Music era Please pause while we fast-forward from the era of Joe Montana to the era of Patrick Mahomes. (Yes, I’m skipping over the “HAL” commercial that aired during Super Bowl XXXIII in 1999.) Years later, Apple re-engaged with America’s big game, as the title sponsor of the Super Bowl halftime show beginning with Super Bowl LVII in 2023. (For the record, it was a taut 38 to 35 win for Kansas City over the Philadelphia Eagles.) Apple replaced the previous title sponsor, Pepsi, using the halftime entertainment showcase to link prominent artists with its own music streaming service. The headliner of the first halftime was Rihanna, and it won two Emmy awards. Since then, the Apple Music Halftime Show has just sped onward. In 2024, Usher headlined (and Kansas City beat the 49ers, 25 to 22 in overtime). In 2025, it was Kendrick Lamar (and the Eagles gained their revenge by beating Kansas City by 18 points). Which brings us to this year. Apple’s special halftime guest is Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, who will become the first Spanish-language performer to headline a Super Bowl halftime. As you might expect, Apple enjoys having its brand be a major part of such a big event, and Apple executives are frequently spotted at the game. Last year, CEO Tim Cook and Apple Music chief Eddy Cue [hung out in the French Quarter ahead of the game at the Caesar’s Superdome in New Orleans, and two years ago they were in Las Vegas hanging out with, among other people, Bad Bunny! The plot thickens. This year, Apple will undoubtedly be all over the event, because the Super Bowl is taking place at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, only about six miles away from Apple Park as the crow flies. The real question is, will there be a fancy party at Apple Park for the NFL and music crowd? I wouldn’t put it past Eddy Cue.

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Alogic Edge 40-inch 5K2K Review: One high-res monitor that beats two
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 5120 x 2160 ultrawide screen Accurate color Apple-sensitive styling Built-in USB hub Cons Lower pixel density than standard screen Our Verdict With its ultrawide display and greatly increased resolution and resulting pixel density, the good-looking and flexible 40-inch 5K2K Alogic Edge creates a more ergonomic alternative to having two monitors side by side, but with a similarly convenient working screen space. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Price When Reviewed$1,499.99 Best Prices Today: Alogic Edge 5K 40-inch Ultrawide Monitor Retailer Price Alogic $1349.99 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket When I reviewed the first iteration of the Alogic Edge 40-inch Ultrawide Monitor I noted that it had the potential to replace a two-monitor desktop setup with its enormous dimensions, but that the QHD’s display pixel density was stretched to such an extent that some would find the crispness of text lacking. I was therefore delighted to test this latest version of the Alogic Edge Ultrawide Monitor that offers a “5K resolution” compared to the original 40-inch Edge’s QHD. Later, we’ll look at whether this monitor’s resolution is true 5K or something known as 5K2K, but first we should look at the monitor’s physical attributes. Then we’ll get into the details of resolution talk. Who the Alogic Edge Ultrawide Monitor is for: Mac productivity users, spreadsheets, timelines, multitaskers Who the Alogic Edge Ultrawide Monitor isn’t for: Pixel-perfection designers, gamers chasing high refresh rates Apple-friendly design The new 5K Edge boasts the same fine design as the QHD Edge, which is available in both 40-inch and 34-inch models. First, 40 inches is a lot of monitor. If your desk is a narrow one, you might want to reconsider an ultrawide monitor, but this near-meter-long screen will certainly not waste any space. The stand’s base measures 17.6 inches (45cm) wide— about as wide as a full-size Apple keyboard. It measures between an adjustable 22.4 inches (57cm) to 27.3 inches (69.5cm) tall, 37 inches (94.1cm) wide, and 9.6 inches (24.5cm) deep. Without the stand—you can attach the monitor to an arm via a 100×100 VESA mount—it measures 37 x 16.5 x 1.6 inches (94 x 42 x 4cm). It weighs 25.6lbs (11.6kg) with stand. The Edge continues Alogic’s pedigree of fantastic looking monitors. It matches Apple’s aesthetic and so looks great looming over a Mac Studio or Mac mini, or next to one of Apple’s MacBooks. Although its price of $1,299 looks expensive, compare that to the $1,599 of Apple’s 27-inch 5K Studio Display. The Studio Display price rises to $1,999 when you add the Tilt and Height Adjustable stand to match Alogic’s super stand. Alogic Edge 40-inch Ultrawide Monitor in Space Gray..Alogic It is available in either Silver or Space Gray to match your Mac. The Edge’s frame at its top is fine at just 8mm thin—about the same width an iPhone. Steve Jobs once joked that the back of Apple’s products looked better than the competition, and you could say the same about Alogic’s. The back of the screen’s tempered glass looks great, too, although it’s more than likely facing a wall. The back of the Edge monitor is made from tempered glass.Simon Jary Setting up the monitor is simple, but you’ll need some strength—the robust machined aluminum stand’s base weighs 9.3lbs (4.2kg) to bear the ultrawide screen with no wobble. The machined aluminum stand design is a two-piece that you’ll quickly put together with a single thumb screw connecting the stem and base, which then clicks into the rear of the display. My standard two-screen setup offers much but suffers in the center and takes up a lot of deskspace.Simon Jary Can one 40-inch ultrawide really replace two monitors? A wide screen might well mean you don’t need a dual screen setup, which would be wider still and take up even more desk space: two 27-inch screens side by side add up to a combined width of 4.1 feet (1.25m). Standard monitors, like Alogic’s own 27-inch Clarity displays, have an aspect ratio of 16:9. The ultrawide Edge has an aspect ratio of 21:9, so is much longer horizontally. That extra width is perfect for keeping lots of things onscreen in the same view and not layered under each other. Normally, you’d need a couple of monitors side by side to achieve this, and you should weigh up the pros and cons of a single monitor versus two side by side. It’s true that a two-screen setup offers some benefits that you don’t get with a single wide screen. You can sit straight in front of your main screen and angle the second to your left or right as your preference. Simon Jary But with one wide display, there’s less painful neck swivelling, and everything is on one screen and not rudely cut between the two at the center—although side-by-side monitors provide something of a natural separation if you are managing multiple applications. The single workspace makes for a smoother workflow, but the pixel density on each of the separate displays is likely to be better than with one ultrawide screen. I think the pixel density on this 5K2K model of Edge is enough for productivity tasks, which there is more of a question about with the 40-inch QHD model. Adding more screen space can enhance your productivity by having multiple applications, documents or websites open side by side and therefore more accessible. This could be a boon for content creators when editing, planning and reviewing a lot of content. Having such a wide screen helps with editing timelines with previews and tools above it. With more screen space it’s easier to switch between tasks without cluttering your screen or desk-based workspace. There’s enough room to split apps into three sections or four quads, for example. With one ultrawide screen there is less of an issue with matching specs, meaning you avoid potential color, brightness, and display quality discrepancies if the two monitors have different specifications. This simplifies the management of display settings compared to a dual monitor setup. Ultrawide monitors also offer the advantage of viewing movies in full size without letterboxing. Two monitors don’t just swallow up physical desk space, they require multiple video connections—often meaning you need to use a MacBook docking station. You can recreate the breadth of two side by side monitors with a single-cable, neater and more ergonomic widescreen display. Many ultrawide monitors, often aimed at gamers, are curved. A flat 40-inch ultrawide display is more appropriate to productivity jockeys. It’s probably not for graphics users who demand the very crispest detail, but the ultrawide aspect ratio makes it ideal for multitasking and working comfortably with multiple windows open in one view. Simon Jary Its stand remains one of the best we’ve tested, offering both tilt and height adjustment: 10 degrees Up/Down, and 45 degrees Left/Right. You have to do that adjustment only once with a single display. Is this really 5K – and does the difference matter One of the downsides of an ultrawide screen can be its pixel density. It’s something all ultra widescreen monitors must be judged on. The 40-inch QHD (3440×1440 or 4,953,600 pixels) Edge has a pixel density of 94 pixels per inch (ppi), which some declared not crisp enough when displaying text. With its 5120×2160 or 11,059,200 pixels, it has an extra 6,105,600 pixels to play with. As a result of that 123% increase, it’s pixel density is a significantly crisper 139ppi. That’s still not as super-sharp as the 27-inch Alogic Clairty 4K’s 163ppi or the 5K Apple Studio Display’s 218ppi, but it’s a noticeable improvement on the lesser-pixelled QHD model and is even higher than the 110ppi of the 34-inch widescreen Edge. If you are upgrading from an HD screen, you’ll be pleasantly surprised as that type of screen has a pixel density of just 82ppi. For an ultrawide screen, the 139ppi is noticeably superior to that of displays with lower resolutions. My graphic designer wife turned her nose up at the QHD Edge but was delighted by the 5K model. The new 40-inch Edge has what is known as a “5K2K” resolution: that’s 5120×2160 pixels (approximately 5K pixels by 2K pixels), which is fewer compared to a standard 5K’s 5120x 2880 pixels. That’s down to the ultrawide aspect of the monitor: 21:9 compared to a standard 16:9 aspect ratio. This monitor has a horizontal resolution of 5K (5120 pixels) but the vertical resolution of 4K (2160 pixels). Some call it “4K Ultrawide” but that’s confusing as there’s no 4K anywhere near the number of pixels. 5K2K is the best that resolution geeks have got to calling it, although WUHD (Wide Ultra High Definition) is also used to describe a 5120×2160 display. The ultrawide screen favors the longest Excel sheets—you can keep so much data in view without endless scrolling back and forth. The 40-inch width allowed me to fit almost four A4-wide Word docs side by side. The full 5120×2160-pixel resolution does, however, make the text too small to use without a magnifying glass. I found a 3840×1620 resolution easier on the eye. Alogic Screen features The screen uses In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology that can deliver great color accuracy when being viewed from different angles with minimal diminishment of image quality. Here are the all-important technical screen specifications. Maximum Resolution: 5120×2160 pixels (5K2K) Refresh Rate: 60Hz or 100Hz Response Time: 14ms Pixel Density: 139ppi Aspect Ratio: 21:9 Viewing Angle: 178°(H) / 178°(V) Brightness: 400 nits Contrast Ratio: 1200:1 Color Saturation (DCI-P3): 99% Color Saturation (sRGB): 100% Color Saturation (Adobe RGB): 94% Color Saturation (NTSC): 89% While the 100Hz refresh rate is superior to the standard 60Hz seen with 4K displays, gamers will demand higher and should look towards dedicated gaming displays, such as the curved 120Hz 40-inch LG UltraFine 5K2K WUHD Nano IPS Black Monitor, although that has a higher MSRP of $1,799 / £1,399. Alogic claims that its Edge 5K is “the first 5K2K designed for Apple users”, which I guess adds a level of subjectivity as to what “for Apple users” means. The LG UltraFine is a similar 5K2K Monitor that is compatible with macOS, but we have read some online complaints that it isn’t a perfect match with the Apple operating system. I haven’t tested the LG monitor so can’t compare it here. I do have several years’ experience working with Alogic displays and haven’t had any problems with my Mac mini and MacBook setups. The LG is similar in screen specs, aside from its higher refresh rate. Gamers will prefer its curved format, which makes for a more immersive experience and better peripheral coverage with fewer distractions. However, curved screens may introduce some image distortion with straight lines (hello, Excel) appearing curved. They are also tricky to wall mount, which is not a problem with the Edge. Hub and connections That ultrawide resolution matches the working comfort that I get from my usual two 27-inch display setup, but I need only one connection from my Mac mini to the single monitor’s hub. Compared to the Clarity monitor’s onboard hub, the Edge’s hub port configuration drops USB-A and USB-B (always a strange one anyway) as options and one HDMI for a DisplayPort option. Gigabit Ethernet and an audio port remain. Simon Jary Hub specs 1x USB-C to Host Connection with 90W Charging and Data 1x HDMI 2.0 port 1x DisplayPort 1.4 port 2x USB-C ports (USB 2.0, 5W Charging) 1x 3.5mm Audio Output 1x Gigabit Ethernet port You may well use one of the spare USB-C ports to connect a webcam, as the Edge lacks its own. The two spare USB-C ports are primarily for light charging purposes as the data-transfer speed is USB 2.0’s measly 480Mbps rather than the USB-C to host connection’s 5Gbps speed. They are fine for connecting a wired keyboard and mouse or giving power to low-input devices such as your Apple Watch or AirPods. This is not a Thunderbolt dock replacement. Alogic’s own Illuminate Light Bar Webcam perches on top of the Edge, providing light and a 12-megapixel (4K) webcam.Simon Jary Alogic recommends its own $189 / £119 Illuminate USB-C Light Bar Webcam that includes a light you can dim and adjust color temperature. This works well, although I can never remember how to turn the thing off and there’s no obvious button to do so. Also, the Edge doesn’t pull as low as smaller monitors so you’ll need to seriously angle the webcam to fit in the picture. In its defence, the Illuminate is easy to angle, but I’d have preferred the Edge to go a little lower. It also comes with a neat magnetic wireless light dial. The 5Gbps USB-C connection to host is underpowered compared to the Mac’s own 40-80Gbps Thunderbolt 4 or 5 so if you need multiple fast ports you should invest in a premium dock or more affordable hub. See Macworld’s recommended best Mac docking stations and best Mac USB-C hubs. The similar LG Monitor mentioned earlier features a much beefier 80Gbps Thunderbolt 5 connection plus four 10Gbps USB-C ports. It lacks a power brick, which is a plus in some ways but a major minus in another: there are some user complaints that the built-in power supply means a noisy fan. In comparison, the Alogic Edge is silence itself. Importantly, the Edge’s hub is powerful enough for the key video connection, and you can choose between USB-C, HDMI or DisplayPort. Edge doesn’t require the extra bandwidth DisplayPort can offer over HDMI, so users can connect with either cable knowing they’re getting the full visual experience. There are no advantages to using HDMI or DisplayPort instead of USB-C. Mac users could use one of the other connections if they’re already using the USB-C ports on their computer or want to connect multiple host devices to the monitor. The Edge doesn’t support monitor daisy chaining, where you can run a second display from the hub’s ports. To be honest, the 40-inch Edge is all the monitor you probably need but it is a feature found on some other displays. It’s likely that even if it could connect another display from the 5Gbps Edge that second one would only mirror rather than extend the screen. Using USB-C means you can passthrough power your laptop by up to 90W, which is enough for most MacBooks, and take advantage of the ports in the hub at the back of the Edge display, such as the wired Gigabit Ethernet connection. The Edge includes built-in 3W speakers that are fine for video/voice calls but not what you’d enjoy using to listen to music or a movie. There’s a 3.5mm audio port that can be used to attach wired headphones or speakers, but not an audio-in microphone. Alogic Edge 40-inch Ultrawide Monitor in Silver..Alogic Price The 40-inch 5K2K Edge is priced at $1,499.99 / £1,299.99. Compared to buying two displays, this is an affordable price for the huge amount of screen real estate on offer. For more options we have reviewed the best Mac monitors in various sizes and forms. There’s no way you could describe the Edge as portable, but we’ve reviewed the best Mac portable displays if you want to pack up or pick up your monitor. At $1,799.99, the similar LG 40-inch Ultrafine is a noticeable jump up in price but does boast a higher refresh rate and superior hub of ports. Again, we haven’t tested that model, and its curvature may put off non-gamers. If a webcam is important to you (and who doesn’t use one at least occasionally?) the $189.99 Illuminate Light Bar adds (significantly) to the cost although you can pick a more affordable option from any of the best Mac webcams we recommend. Should you buy the Alogic Edge Ultrawide 5K Monitor? With its ultrawide display and greatly increased resolution and resulting pixel density, the good-looking and flexible 40-inch 5K2K Alogic Edge creates a more ergonomic alternative to having two monitors side by side, but with a similarly convenient working screen space. This ultrawide monitor is a credible, Mac-friendly replacement for two monitors.

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This viral AI phone editing app is a steal for Apple users right now
Macworld TL;DR: Luminar Mobile gives iPhone users pro-level photo editing tools powered by AI, without the complexity or subscription, now $19.99 for a lifetime subscription (MSRP $47.99). The latest iPhones already take phenomenal photos, but that doesn’t mean every shot comes out perfect. Lighting can be off, skies can look flat, and portraits sometimes need a little polish. That’s where Luminar Mobile comes in, offering a surprisingly powerful way to elevate your photos right on your iPhone or iPad—no desktop or pro experience required. Designed for iOS (and Android), Luminar Mobile uses smart AI tools to make advanced edits feel effortless. Start with a single tap using EnhanceAI, which automatically adjusts color, tone, and clarity. From there, tools like SkyAI can swap dull skies for dramatic ones, while RelightAI lets you rebalance exposure after the shot, something even advanced camera apps can’t always fix. Portraits get special treatment, too. SkinAI smooths and refines naturally, while BodyAI subtly reshapes areas without looking artificial. If you want more control, manual tools like Curves, Details, Erase, and RAW editing let you fine-tune every image. Get a Luminar Mobile lifetime subscription for iOS or Android at $19.99 (MSRP $47.99). Luminar Mobile for iOS & Android: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

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Macworld Podcast: Apple and the Super Bowl
Macworld In the U.S., the biggest sports spectacle happens on Sunday, February 8: Super Bowl LX. Apple has a rich history with the game, and on this week’s Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s relationship.   This is episode 969 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross,  and Roman Loyola.  Watch episode 969 on YouTube Listen to episode 969 on Apple Podcasts

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How to use filtering in Messages on iOS 26
If your Messages inbox is catching a lot of stray, unwanted messages, we'll show you how to filter, report, and block spam messages on iOS 26.Learn how to filter, report, and block messages on iPhoneAt WWDC 2025, Apple announced that it would be bringing enhanced message filtering capabilities to Messages. As promised, they rolled out as part of iOS 26, released in September 2025.The new features are designed to help manage the onslaught of texts everyone seems to get these days. Here's how to do it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Latest macOS 26.3 beta adds to signs that new M5 MacBook Pros are imminent
If you’re among the growing number of users hoping to see updated MacBook Pro versions with new M5 chips sooner rather than later, today’s macOS 26.3 RC brings some great news. Here are the details. more…

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iPad shipments jump in Q4 2025, but memory constraints loom for 2026: report
Research firm Omdia has released a new report on worldwide tablet shipments for the last quarter of 2025, as well as a roundup for the full year. Here’s how the iPad did. more…

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Google & Apple CEOs offer seemingly contradictory statements regarding AI partnership
Apple will be using Google technologies to level up Apple Foundation Models, but the details of exactly how are still vague. While speculation is still wild, a true answer is emerging from the noise.Apple Intelligence will get a boost after training with Google GeminiThere is one concrete fact that we have about the Apple and Google partnership on artificial intelligence development, and it is that we're not going to be told more publicly. Apple CEO Tim Cook did say that Apple won't change its privacy stance while working with Google and indicated that Apple Intelligence and Siri will work on-device and via Private Cloud Compute (PCC).That statement seems cut and dry on its own, but Google CEO Sundar Pichai and CBO Philipp Schindler shared seemingly contradictory statements during the Google earnings call. They both used the phrase "preferred cloud provider" when discussing Google's relationship with Apple. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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Xreal One Pro review: Fancy smart glasses you can use with your iPhone
The Xreal One Pro isn't the full smart glasses experience you want, but it does still give you a decent spatial computing experience — assuming you're fine with a cable snaking down to your pocket.Xreal One Pro reviewThere have been rumors about Apple introducing its smart eyewear for years, but it still seems like a long time away from becoming a reality. While Apple is taking it's time — as it always does — on perfecting the form, others have hit the market.The latest installment from Xreal has arrived, in the form of the Xreal One Pro. Following on from the Xreal One from earlier in 2025, the Xreal One Pro goes a few steps further by upping the game on the display. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

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