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- 12:17 pm12th-gen iPad May Be Powered by A19 Chip Used in the iPhone 17
Macworld reports that they have discovered a document containing Apple’s internal code suggesting that the iPad 12, an upcoming budget-friendly iPad, will be equipped with the A19 chip that the company used for the iPhone 17. Past reports were based on a document showing that the device will be powered by an A18 chip. This […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:16 pmCode For Next-Gen Apple Studio Display Suggests A19 Chip, ProMotion, and Support For HDR
The next-generation Apple Studio Display is anticipated to be released in early 2026. A recent report surfaced where a few more details were leaked regarding the capabilities of the external monitor. There are code references that refer to “J527”, an identifier for the external display, which hints that the device will be equipped with the […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:15 pmThe Apple Watch Series 11 42mm GPS is 25% Off
Amazon has the Apple Watch Series 11 in 42mm size with GPS marked $100 off. The watch features a lightweight and thin design for comfortable all-day wear. You can even wear the watch while you’re sleeping, so you can know your sleep score and better understand and improve your sleep quality. Safety features offer live-saving […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:14 pmSafari Technology Preview 223 Released By Apple
An update for the Safari Technology Preview has been released by Apple. It is a test browser Apple introduced nine years ago in March of 2016. The company designed the experimental browser to let users test features that will be released in future Safari versions. Updates and fixes are included in the Safari Technology Preview […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:13 pmGet Free 3 Months of Apple Arcade When You Buy and Redeem an Apple Gift Card
Customers in the United States who buy an Apple Gift Card and redeem it can get two or three months of Apple Arcade at no cost. Holiday gift card transactions that will be made before January 6 of next year are eligible, and users can enjoy the free subscription to Apple Arcade as long as […] The post appeared first on iLounge.12:12 pmJeff Williams Joining Board Of Directors At Disney
Jeff Williams, a former chief operating officer at Apple, might join the board of directors of Disney soon. Williams received nominations from the company’s board of directors to become an independent director. He will be in the 2026 elections at the yearly shareholders meeting. Williams was with Apple for 10 years as the chief operating […] The post appeared first on iLounge.11:57 amiOS 26.4 features surface in new internal Apple leak
Thanks to a leaked internal iOS 26, we now know about several new features that Apple could introduce with iOS 26.4. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)08:00 amMake the move to subscription-free Microsoft Office for only $40
Macworld TL;DR: Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac for $39.97 (MSRP $229) and ditch monthly subscriptions for good. Your Mac may be powerful, but that doesn’t mean you need to hand over a chunk of your budget every month just to work on files. Even so, countless users are stuck in never-ending subscription cycles. Now, a growing number of Mac owners are ditching those fees thanks to a more affordable Office license that trades monthly payments for a one-time cost of $39.97. Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac gives you all the classic apps — Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote — for a fraction of the cost of newer versions, especially when you consider that Office 2024 doesn’t really add much unless you’re a productivity wizard who needs every cutting-edge update. And here’s the best part: it’s a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no monthly fees—just full access to Microsoft’s most reliable productivity tools for life. For small business owners, freelancers, students, or anyone who just wants a solid, no-nonsense Office suite, this is the perfect buy. It’s the same high-powered software that businesses around the world trust, just without the newest bells and whistles. Grab this lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac before we sell out of codes! It’s just $39.97 for a limited time (MSRP $229). Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for MacSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amGrab PromptBuilder for $39 and build perfect AI prompts in seconds
Macworld TL;DR: PromptBuilder gives you lifetime access to fast, optimized prompts for 10 AI models—just describe what you need, and it builds the perfect prompt in seconds for only $39. If you’ve ever stared at a blinking cursor wondering how to phrase the perfect AI prompt, here’s your easy fix: PromptBuilder, now available for lifetime access at just $39. This clever tool turns plain-language ideas into polished, professional prompts tailored for today’s top AI models—including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Llama, and more. With support for 10 AI models and 1,000+ expert templates, PromptBuilder helps you skip the trial-and-error and jump straight to high-quality results. Need a social media caption? Done. A detailed image prompt? Easy. SEO copy, code help, product specs, or customer support replies? Just describe what you want, and PromptBuilder handles the hard part. You can even optimize your existing prompts, organize your best performers with tagging, and generate platform-specific content for Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. Whether you’re writing, designing, researching, building products, or automating workflows, PromptBuilder keeps everything fast, consistent, and surprisingly fun to use. If you want smarter prompts and better output—without spending hours fine-tuning—this deal may be the best shortcut you grab this year. Get lifetime access to PromptBuilder for a one-time payment of $39 (MSRP $324). PromptBuilder – AI Prompt Engineer: Lifetime SubscriptionSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.01:34 amOS 26.2 Adds Reminder Alarms, Edge Light, Podcast Chapters, and Enhanced Safety Alerts
Adam Engst walks you through Apple’s OS 26.2 updates, highlighting new alarms in Reminders, auto-generated chapters in Podcasts, Enhanced Safety Alerts, and Edge Light for Mac video calls—along with urgent fixes for two actively exploited WebKit vulnerabilities.01:34 amA Suspicious Encounter Abroad Highlights iPhone Security Features
Was it a sophisticated iPhone hack, a pickpocketing distraction, or just a weird coincidence? After a TidBITS reader’s suspicious encounter with a lost tourist, we examine the security of modern iPhones and offer practical tips for travelers who want to help strangers without becoming targets.Friday December 1211:31 pmPluribus becomes Apple TV’s most watched show ever
After touting Pluribus as its biggest drama launch ever, Apple has now confirmed another milestone for the hit series. more…11:12 pmSecret trick will stop your iPhone from updating to iOS 26 — forever!
You can stop the iOS 26 update in its tracks if you want. This trick will keep your iPhone on iOS 18 forever. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:47 pmTP-Link Deco BE14000 review: more capable whole-home tri-band mesh Wi-Fi 7
The TP-Link Deco line offers Wi-Fi 7 at a reasonable price, and the BE68 is a tri-band unit with 10Gbps Ethernet, wired backhaul, and a 6 GHz band for more advanced users.TP-Link Deco BE14000 reviewMy home networking setup has evolved twice in 2025, first to move away from an aging Linksys setup, then a second time to test a more powerful tri-band system. While the first upgrade was a night and day improvement, the second was more incremental, if welcome.I had a lot of success using TP-Link's $250 BE5000 dual-band mesh routers, but I knew I'd benefit from something higher up in the lineup. Many, if not most, users won't need to make the jump, but I've been testing the BE14000 system and it has smoothed out the wrinkles. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums10:16 pmNew Powerbeats Pro 2 ad is all about Speed, stability, and a kung-fu master troll
IShowSpeed stars the new Beats ad, going head-to-head with a kung fu master. Watch it below. more…09:55 pmiOS 26.2 adds new way for your iPhone to make notifications pop
iOS 26.2 arrived today, packed with changes for Apple’s system apps, and also a hidden new feature for notifications that can help ensure you don’t miss any alerts. more…09:30 pmApple TV has five big premieres coming in 2026, new video teases
Apple TV’s biggest premiere of the year just arrived, but the streamer is already teasing what’s ahead in early 2026. Here are five big Apple releases coming soon, per a new highlight video. more…09:27 pmApple spends $216 million on two office buildings in Cupertino
Apple has expanded its company real estate with the addition of two office buildings in Cupertino, which ended up costing the company $216 million.Apple now owns two additional office buildings in Cupertino. Image Credit: Google Street View.In 2025 alone, the iPhone maker has spent more than $1 billion on property acquisition. In June 2025, Apple added a $350 million campus to its growing list of Bay Area properties, with a Cupertino office complex worth $160 million following only days later.Now, Apple has acquired yet another piece of real estate, and this time it's two office buildings worth an impressive $216 million. As the publication SiliconValley.com points out, the buildings in question are on Stevens Creek Boulevard in Cupertino, the city that also famously houses Apple Park. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:19 pmApple CEO Tim Cook takes 7 hours to out-earn the average American’s salary
Some of America's highest-paid CEOs earn more in a few hours than the typical U.S. worker makes in an entire year. Apple CEO Tim Cook… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.08:50 pmScore a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac for just $50
Get a Microsoft Office for Mac lifetime license (2021 Home and Business edition), with essential productivity apps Word, Excel and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)