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- 08:00 amAdd the ports your MacBook is missing and raise your screen with this 8-in-1 hub stand for $35 off | MacworldAdd the ports your MacBook is missing and raise your screen with this 8-in-1 hub stand for $35 off
Macworld TL;DR: Grab the CASA HUB 8-in-1 hub stand for $93.99 to raise your MacBook, add essential ports, and clean up your desk with a single adjustable, 360º-swivel accessory. Your MacBook’s minimalist vibe is great until you’re stuck living the USB-C dongle life and craning your neck at a fixed-height screen. That’s why a lot of folks are opting for the CASA HUB MacBook stand with a built-in hub. For $93.99, it’s a tidy way to clean up your desk, cut the cable clutter, and save your shoulders from yet another marathon of laptop hunching. Laptop stands are nothing new, but this one’s neck is filled with ports to expand upon your MacBook’s lame USB-C input. Connect to the host plug and get USB-A, 4K HDMI, microSD/SD, an additional 3.5mm aux, and USB-C power delivery charging. Also, the stand isn’t fixed in a stationary position. The base rotates 360º, and you can adjust the angle from two different positions to get the perfect viewing height for working, writing, or even if you’re cooking and using your MacBook for a video tutorial. Many people also love this stand for their USB-C iPads. You can get the CASA HUB 8-in-1 hub stand for $93.99 (MSRP $129) for a limited time. Adam Elements CASA HUB 360 8-in-1 Aluminum Foldable USB-C Hub StandSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amThis Mac app unlocks 1,200+ hidden features without Terminal commands
Macworld TL;DR: Easily customize your Mac from a simple control panel with a MacPilot lifetime license, now $39.99 (MSRP $99). Want to customize your Mac but don’t know what’s possible, let alone how to use Terminal? MacPilot is an app that puts all of these complicated settings into a familiar interface where you can discover new features and turn them on and off. Customize your Mac without being an expert MacPilot is like having a hacker mode for your Mac. With a few clicks, you can: Reveal hidden system settings: Show hidden files in Finder, disable the startup chime, and tweak icon animations Supercharge your Dock: Add spacers, smart stacks, and hidden menu options Optimize performance: Run maintenance tools, clear cache, and repair system files Get deep system insights: View detailed specs on hardware, RAM speeds, network ports, and more An essential app for power users Whether you’re a developer, creative pro, or just someone who wants their Mac running at peak efficiency, MacPilot puts advanced customization at your fingertips without the headache of Terminal commands. Get MacPilot for just $39.99 and take full control of your Mac (MSRP $99). MacPilot Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.02:59 amHow to make your own external SSD: Boost your Mac's storage cheaply
Apple's storage prices can be rough. Why spend that kind of money for less, when you can get more by making your own high-speed external SSD. Here's everything you need to know about SSDs and the enclosures you need to buy.Orico ClearLink M.2, an example of a DIY SSD enclosureOne of the frequent criticisms Apple faces with its Mac and MacBook lineups is the sheer cost of storage. Adding more capacity for data can quickly turn a premium product into something that is too highly priced for the average person to consider.Even worse, outside of rare exceptions such as the Mac Pro or adventurous users upgrading the internal storage on a M4 Mac mini, you're not going to get a way to add more storage while still being reasonably possible to actually do. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums02:52 amM5 Apple Vision Pro production moved to Vietnam amid supply chain shift
The M5 Apple Vision Pro arrives with few surprises in its design or features. Behind the scenes, Apple has quietly moved production outside of China.The new M5-powered Apple Vision Pro — image credit: AppleApple's M5 Apple Vision Pro is set to roll out to customers on Wednesday, September 22. While ostensibly the second generation, it introduces little beyond the jump from M2 to M5But something else has changed — where the Apple Vision Pro is being made. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:46 amNew M5-powered Apple Vision Pro made in Vietnam as supply chain shift continues
When the updated Apple Vision Pro lands in stores tomorrow with the M5 chip and the new Dual Knit Band, its box label will also feature a key change from the original version: the words “Product of Vietnam”. Here are the details. more…01:00 amFake Homebrew Google Ads Push Malware Onto macOS
joshuark shares a report from BleepingComputer: A new malicious campaign is targeting macOS developers with fake Homebrew, LogMeIn, and TradingView platforms that deliver infostealing malware like AMOS (Atomic macOS Stealer) and Odyssey. The campaign employs "ClickFix" techniques where targets are tricked into executing commands in Terminal, infecting themselves with malware. Researchers at threat hunting company Hunt.io identified more than 85 domains impersonating the three platforms in this campaign [...]. When checking some of the domains, BleepingComputer discovered that in some cases the traffic to the sites was driven via Google Ads, indicating that the threat actor promoted them to appear in Google Search results. The malicious sites feature convincing download portals for the fake apps and instruct users to copy a curl command in their Terminal to install them, the researchers say. In other cases, like for TradingView, the malicious commands are presented as a "connection security confirmation step." However, if the user clicks on the 'copy' button, a base64-encoded installation command is delivered to the clipboard instead of the displayed Cloudflare verification ID. Read more of this story at Slashdot.12:44 amNomad Stratos Band review: Titanium & FKM is a winning combo for Apple Watch
Nomad has launched its latest Apple Watch accessory, the Stratos Band. It combines lightweight and durable titanium with FKM rubber for a breathable, comfortable, and durable watch band, unlike anything else I've tested.Nomad Stratos Band review: A flexible, stylish choiceIt's hard for accessory makers to come up with something new when it comes to Apple Watch bands. Most of them put out their spin on Apple's Sport Band or, on occasion, shamelessly rip off Apple's other unique designs.Industry favorite Nomad has a great collection of Apple Watch bands to date, but none of them are all that unique. The leather ones look great, the Sport Bands look a bit more "tough" than Apple's, and the Rugged Bands have stylish metal hardware. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:16 amOpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Atlas browser with built-in AI tools
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas brings AI-powered assistance directly into a standalone browser.OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Atlas with built-in AI toolsOpenAI has launched its first standalone web browser, which it has dubbed ChatGPT Atlas. It integrates ChatGPT directly into the browser.According to its launch page, users can open a ChatGPT sidebar in any window. From there, they can choose to summarize content, compare products, and analyze data. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums12:14 amApple returns to court to challenge App Store contempt ruling
Apple is asking a federal appeals court to overturn a judge's previous finding that it "willfully" ignored an order to let developers link to cheaper payment options outside the App Store.Credit: Epic GamesApple and Epic are headed back to court, again. And, once again, Apple is contesting the 2021 ruling demanding it allow outside links to cheaper payment options.The ruling wasn't enforced until 2024. When Apple did implement a system to allow external links, the system was considered prohibitively complicated by those who attempted to use it. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our ForumsTuesday October 2111:17 pmChatGPT Atlas browser puts AI right where you need it, but can you trust it?
OpenAI's AI-powered web browser for Mac brings the power of ChatGPT to every website you visit. Here's what ChatGPT Atlas can do. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)10:16 pmApple returns to court in Fortnite dispute over App Store rules
A few days ago, Apple doubled down on its accusations that Epic Games is trying to undermine the App Store model and profit from Apple’s ecosystem without contributing to it. Today, the company returned to court to try to make its case. more…10:15 pmiOS 26.1 to Add Optional Opacity to Liquid Glass
Responding to widespread criticism of Liquid Glass’s excessive transparency, Apple has added an opacity control in iOS 26.1 beta 4 that significantly improves interface readability. While not a complete solution, it’s a welcome acknowledgment of user feedback.09:42 pmApple TV’s thriller series ‘Hijack’ returns for season two on January 14, 2026
Today, Apple TV revealed a first look and premiere date for the highly anticipated second season of “Hijack,” starring Idris Elba… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.09:31 pmProtect all your devices from hackers, trackers and other online creeps
Get a three-year subscription to Surfshark VPN for $67.20 (reg. $430). It covers unlimited devices on macOS, iOS, Windows, Android and more. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)09:27 pmBeats Solo 4 and Solo Buds both gain Walmart-exclusive color options
Walmart now has the Beats Solo 4 and Beats Solo Buds available in new retailer-exclusive colorways, which were previously not offered in the United States.The Beats Solo 4 and Beats Solo Buds are available in new Walmart-exclusive color options.In addition to the standard Black, Cloud Pink, and Slate Blue variants, the Beats Solo 4 can now be purchased in an all-new Drenched Gray color. They're available only through Walmart in the United States, as are the Beats Solo Buds, in a new Ivory color.This move follows Apple's earlier decision to offer the Ivory-colored Beats Solo Buds in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom in September 2025. In these countries, the Ivory color option was similarly offered through select retail partners. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums09:07 pmApple TV has one of its all-time best thrillers coming back soon
Apple TV has its fair share of strong thrillers, but one of my all-time favorites is easily Hijack, starring Idris Elba. And Apple has just announced the release date for Hijack season 2. more…09:05 pmApple's Planned Foldable iPad With 18-inch Screen Hits Development Snags
Apple's effort to reinvent the iPad by adding a giant foldable screen has hit development hurdles, potentially delaying the planned launch. Bloomberg: The company has been working on the device -- projected to cost around $3,000 -- for several years and had most recently aimed for a 2028 release. But engineering challenges tied to weight, features and display technology have pushed its potential debut to 2029 or later, according to people familiar with the matter. Apple is working with Samsung Display Co. to develop the roughly 18-inch panel for the device, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the work isn't public. The screen minimizes the crease seen on foldable displays, matching an approach that Apple is also using with its upcoming foldable iPhone. The iPad project is part of a broader push to bring more innovative devices to market. Apple just introduced its first new iPhone design in years -- the ultrathin $999 Air model -- and is working on everything from smart glasses to a tabletop robot device. Read more of this story at Slashdot.09:00 pmHands-on: Dual Knit Band can make your old Apple Vision Pro feel new and improved
Curious about the new M5 Apple Vision Pro? Chance Miller spent the last week with the upgraded hardware, including the new strap, which you can read about in his review for 9to5Mac. Separately, I’ve spent the last few hours using my M2 Apple Vision Pro with the Dual Knit Band, which you can purchase separately from Apple for your existing Apple Vision Pro. more…08:51 pmHow to use Apple Watch’s hypertension feature in watchOS 26
One of the flagship new features of Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Series 11 is hypertension notifications. But in a welcome surprise, watchOS 26 brings the new hypertension feature to select older Apple Watch models too. Here’s how to set it up, and which models are compatible. more…08:48 pmiOS 26 gives Apple’s Calendar app a convenient new advantage
iOS 26 is a huge update for iPhone, with a Liquid Glass design and lots of new features for built-in apps like Wallet, Messages, and Music. One popular app—Apple Calendar—mostly got overlooked this year, but it did gain one key new advantage: event creation via screenshots. more…